John P. Kotter
Professor Emeritus at Harvard Business School
Renowned leadership expert and professor emeritus at Harvard Business School, John P. Kotter, joined us to discuss how organizations can lead through change and adapt to a fast-moving world. Kotter is best known for his pioneering work on change management and his influential 8-step process for leading change, which he introduced in his bestselling book Leading Change (1996). This process has become a global framework for successful transformations in businesses.
Kotter’s expertise spans over four decades, during which he has authored 21 books, including The Heart of Change and Our Iceberg is Melting, both of which build on his change management philosophy by emphasizing the emotional and human sides of organizational change. His work goes beyond just managing change; it highlights the importance of visionary leadership and strategic thinking to inspire action and achieve meaningful results Wikipedia Harvard Business School The Speaker Handbook
Golden Principles of Change Management : How Can Organizations Thrive in an Era of Rapid Flux
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Biography
John Kotter was born in 1947 and received his education from MIT and Harvard, joining the Harvard Business School faculty in 1972, where he became one of the youngest full professors at the age of 33. He later founded Kotter International, a consulting firm that helps companies implement successful strategies for leadership and change. Over his career, Kotter’s insights on leadership have shaped the strategies of some of the world’s most successful organizations. The Speaker Handbook Ondertexts
Thought Leadership in Change Management
Kotter's 8-step model for change management is one of the most widely respected frameworks in the world. It includes key principles like creating a sense of urgency, forming a powerful guiding coalition, and generating short-term wins to maintain momentum. Kotter’s work has been instrumental in shifting how organizations view and manage change, with his books collectively selling over 3 million copies in more than 150 languages. People Development Magazine The Speaker Handbook
John Kotter’s contributions continue to inspire leaders globally, emphasizing that successful change requires not just managing processes but also motivating people to embrace a shared vision.