Pivot To Prosper: Mastering Small Business Change Management Workshop Series
A 4-Part Workshop Series Presented by: Rev. Shanise Talia Williams of House of Elevation Coaching & Consulting
DESCRIPTION:
This workshop series blends proven organizational change frameworks with real-world application, storytelling, and mindset principles to help participants pivot with purpose and prosper under pressure.
Workshop Objectives include:
- Understanding the psychology and stages of change within organizations
- Learning to identify resistance and develop strategic responses
- Building adaptive leadership capacity
- Integrating practical tools for planning and implementing change initiatives
- Exploring how mindset mastery and vision alignment support change efforts
Key Takeaways include:
- A Change Management Toolkit with templates and guides
- Strategies to boost team buy-in and engagement during transitions
- Access to replay recordings and digital resources
- A clear understanding of the foundational theories and models of change management
- Insight into the psychological and emotional impact of change on individuals and teams
- Practical knowledge of how to assess organizational readiness and map out change strategies
- Techniques for effective communication and stakeholder engagement during periods of transition
- Awareness of common pitfalls and resistance patterns, and how to address them strategically
- Knowledge of how to align change initiatives with organizational vision, values, and culture
SESSION DETAILS:
- Sessions: 4 individual sessions on May 16th, June 17th, July 15th, and August 12th (YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH SESSION SEPARATELY)
- Duration: 1:00-2:30 PM
- Format: Virtual, interactive workshops via Zoom - link will be sent upon registration
WORKSHOP SERIES SESSION BREAKDOWN:
May 16, 2025
Session 1: The Chaos Factor: Why Change Feels Messy (and Why That’s Okay)
Session 1 Objectives:
- Break down Chaos Theory and how unpredictability plays out in business and life
- Learn why messy moments often spark the biggest breakthroughs
- Identify your natural response to change (fight, flight, freeze, or flow)
- Reflect on how to ground yourself when everything feels like it’s spinning
June 17, 2025
Session 2: Make a Plan, But Hold It Loosely: Mapping Your Moves
Session 2 Objectives:
- Create a flexible roadmap for navigating change (with space for the unexpected)
- Explore how to balance structure and spontaneity without losing momentum
- Use scenario planning to prep for the best, worst, and most likely outcomes
- Understand the power of pivot points—when to stay the course and when to shift gears
July 15, 2025
Session 3: Embrace the Shift: Keeping Your People (and Yourself) Motivated
Objectives:
- Discover ways to reignite passion and energy when the road gets tough
- Learn communication hacks that keep your team engaged and on board
- Talk through real-world resistance moments and how to move through them
- Tap into your why and align it with your team’s purpose to fuel collective motivation
August 12, 2025
Session 4: Build It In: Making Change Stick Without Burning Out
Objectives:
- Explore how to embed change into your daily grind so it feels natural, not forced
- Learn how to celebrate progress without waiting for the finish line
- Develop sustainable systems that grow with you and your team
- Recognize when to pause, reflect, and reset to avoid burnout and keep thriving
Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to learn, grow, and transform your business.
Sign up today!
If you have any questions regarding this workshop series, please contact Kathy Deacon at kathy.deacon@sbsd.virginia.gov.
