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The key to developing a resilient strategy is preparing for changes to your situation and base assumptions. Use our "Four Views Scenario Planning" worksheet to help you create “what if?” action plans should conditions change from your current assumptions.

Four Views Scenario Planning Worksheet | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting < Worksheets Four Views Scenario Planning This worksheet will help you create "what if?" action plans should conditions change from your current assumptions.The key to…

Q: I’ve invested a lot of time and resources to create a new strategy for my organization. How do I bring my vision to life?

A: Design a strategy ex*****on plan to pave the way and get people onboard. Six steps and a few tips and tools are all it takes.

How to Design a Strategy Ex*****on Plan | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting How to Design a Strategy Ex*****on Plan by Aric Wood December 23, 2020 CHANGE, ACTIVATION, TOOLS Q: I’ve invested a lot of time and resources…

Need to tackle a mission-critical strategy, visioning, or team-building initiative but can’t swing an in-person meeting? Unlock the magic of virtual offsites! Learn how to foster team collaboration and innovation from anywhere.

The Unexpected Magic of Virtual Offsites | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting Needing to tackle a mission-critical strategy, visioning, or team-building initiative but can’t swing an in-person meeting? Welcome to the world of the virtual offsite! Flexible…

Want to achieve clarity, alignment, and yes — even enthusiasm! — around your vision, strategy, or change effort in record time? Check out our six surefire ways to engage key decision-makers.

Get Outcomes Faster: 6 Ways to Quickly and Effectively Engage Stakeholders | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting Want to achieve clarity, alignment, and yes — even enthusiasm! — around your vision, strategy, or change effort in record time? Check out our six…

Whether you are innovating from scratch, facing an internal challenge, or aligning disparate parties to move forward, in this ebook, you will find 15 of XPLANE’s tried and true recipes for facilitating transformation. https://hubs.ly/Q02DMgJ50

Streamline meeting planning and empower employees at every level with XPLANE's Method Cards. With 42 method cards and access to supplemental resources, leading high-performing teams has never been easier. Transform how you plan meetings —order a deck now!

Method Cards | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting < SHOP Play Previous Next Method Cards — $26 XPLANE's Method Cards are the ultimate toolkit for facilitators. With over 30 years of facilitation experience, XPLANE…

Become a more effective communicator and engaging presenter with one skill: Storytelling. Led by two experienced storytellers, our Storytelling For Change course will teach how to craft memorable stories that spark change. Registration closes July 18th—don't miss out!

Storytelling for Change | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting STORYTELLING FOR CHANGE Develop a compelling story that moves your team to action https://vimeo.com/830656704/fc05668788?share=copy July 22, 24, 26, 20248:00 AM – 10:00 AM PDT Price: $695Log…

Meetings are an integral part of our professional lives, yet they often become sources of frustration and inefficiency. Turn frustration into productivity using a strategic approach and powerful tools.

Transform Your Meeting Culture: Strategies and Tools for Engaging and Productive Sessions | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting Revolutionize your meetings. Turn frustration into productivity using a strategic approach and powerful tools. Meetings are an integral part of our professional lives, yet they…

One of the keys to running a successful workshop is having good facilitation that guides participants toward achieving the goals while nurturing an engaging environment. Use these 10 tips to effectively lead more productive workshops.

Ten Tips for Running a Successful Workshop | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting A workshop or offsite can be a very powerful tool for collaboratively sharing information, generating new ideas, and/or aligning people on goals. One of the…

Data storytelling is a powerful tool in driving transformational change, and one of the most difficult to master. With the over-abundance of data at your fingertips, how do you choose what will reach the hearts and minds of your audience and inspire action? Here’s one approach.

A Human-Centered Approach to Effective Data Storytelling | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting Data storytelling is a powerful tool in driving transformational change, and one of the most difficult to master. With the over-abundance of data at your…

New quarter, new opportunities! Stay ahead of the game with our 30/60/90-day worksheet. 📈 Clearly identify priorities, set actionable goals with your team, and crush your quarterly targets. Download your free copy today!

30/60/90-Day Road Mapping Worksheet | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting < Worksheets 30/60/90-Day Road Mapping This worksheet helps you assemble and identify priorities into a picture that shows the order in which you'll attack various…

Make your presentations captivating and persuasive—especially during times of change—using five key storytelling secrets that can elevate your communication style. Dive into our latest blog post for for full insights.

Trying to Lead Through Change? Tap into 5 Storytelling Secrets to Improve Your Presentations | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting For leaders aiming to make a memorable mark, unlock the power of storytelling techniques in your presentations to connect deeply with your audience and drive…

Transform dull virtual calls into dynamic discussions! Discover the superskill that boosts meeting engagement and productivity.

Make Your Virtual Meetings More Engaging with This Mighty Superskill | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting Updated June 11, 2024 It’s like clockwork. Three minutes into any phone conversation, my 90-year-old father cheerfully proclaims, “I’m all talked out.” And he’s out.…

Virtual offsites aren't just budget-friendly; they're a powerhouse for strategic planning and engagement. Learn how virtual gatherings can foster deeper connections and streamline collaboration across any distance.

The Unexpected Magic of Virtual Offsites | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting Needing to tackle a mission-critical strategy, visioning, or team-building initiative but can’t swing an in-person meeting? Welcome to the world of the virtual offsite! Flexible…

Ready to transform dull slides into dynamic presentations? Learn three powerful storytelling techniques to elevate your presentations in our June 20th webinar. Gain insights, practical tips, and the confidence to overhaul your approach. Join us!

Storytelling CPR: Three Effective Tips to Revive Ailing Presentations | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting < WEBINARS Storytelling CPR: Three Effective Tips to Revive Ailing Presentations Whether you’re trying to get stakeholders to embrace a new change initiative, teaching your…

Successfully align on a compelling vision of the future by focusing on aspirations rather than obstacles. Use our Vision Map worksheet to document your organization’s current state and create a bridge to the future. Download our worksheet now!

Vision Map Exercise Worksheet | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting < Worksheets Play Previous Next Vision Map Use this exercise to explore possible new futures. A quick documentation of the CURRENT STATE allows reflection on…

Boost your presentation skills with five proven storytelling techniques that will help you deliver powerful presentations that captivate and persuade your audience. Check out our new blog post for the full insights.

Trying to Lead Through Change? Tap into 5 Storytelling Secrets to Improve Your Presentations | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting For leaders aiming to make a memorable mark, unlock the power of storytelling techniques in your presentations to connect deeply with your audience and drive…

Are your presentations in need of a lifeline? Join us June 20th for an exclusive webinar where we'll share three powerful storytelling tips to revive your presentations and keep audience's hooked. Spots are filling up—register now!

Storytelling CPR: Three Effective Tips to Revive Ailing Presentations | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting < WEBINARS Storytelling CPR: Three Effective Tips to Revive Ailing Presentations Whether you’re trying to get stakeholders to embrace a new change initiative, teaching your…

When it comes to change, does your organization have a fairly good grip on things or does it feel more like you’re on Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? No matter where you are today, you can learn to drive change to the fantastic future you envision. Here’s how.

Four Steps to Drive Positive Organizational Change | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting When it comes to change, does your organization have a fairly good grip on things or does it feel more like you’re on Mr. Toad’s…

Successfully align on a compelling vision of the future by focusing on aspirations rather than obstacles. Use our Vision Map worksheet to document your organization’s current state and create a bridge to the future.

Vision Map Exercise Worksheet | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting < Worksheets Play Previous Next Vision Map Use this exercise to explore possible new futures. A quick documentation of the CURRENT STATE allows reflection on…

In today’s world of unrelenting change, organizations and leaders that will thrive are those mindfully building core capabilities around change. Want to enhance your change leadership skills? Use these tips to help you lead change with finesse.

Seven Principles and Five Steps to Confidently Lead Organizational Change | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting In today’s world of unrelenting change, organizations and leaders that will thrive are those mindfully building core capabilities around change. Want to enhance your change…

Sketching your idea isn't just about doodling—it's a powerful tool for communication. With visuals, you cut through the noise, making complex concepts crystal clear. We'll show you how to effectively wield the power of drawing to captivate your audience.

How to Draw Your Idea and Move People to Action: An Exercise in Visual Communication | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting Want to help people understand and move ideas to action quickly? It may be time to try your hand at drawing your ideas. Visual communication…

Ready to revolutionize your employee experience? Dive into our on-demand webinar for game-changing insights.

Webinar Recording: Mapping the Employee Experience: Visual Tools to Improve Engagement and Retention | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting < WEBINARS Webinar Recording: Mapping the Employee Experience: Visual Tools to Improve Engagement and Retention While customer journey mapping has become an essential means of…

Data storytelling is a powerful tool in driving transformational change, and one of the most difficult to master. With the over-abundance of data at our fingertips, how does one choose what will reach the hearts and minds of our audience and inspire action? Here’s XPLANE’s approach.

A Human-Centered Approach to Effective Data Storytelling | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting Data storytelling is a powerful tool in driving transformational change, and one of the most difficult to master. With the over-abundance of data at your…

Great stories have a magical way of captivating audience's hearts and minds. Problem is, no one teaches us how to tell a good story. To assemble a story with impact, consider starting with these seven basic steps.

Seven Steps to Creating a Story That Connects With Your Audience | XPLANE | Organizational Change Management Consulting We’ve all sat through ho-hum presentations full of boring data and far too many slides. How can we turn a “ho-hum” message into a “heck,…