A ChangeAgent is someone who is irritating enough to cause an organization to change, but not so irritating that s/he gets thrown out. ----- After the good joke, we must understand that a ChangeAgent is: * A pattern for a manager to use to implement change. * A recommended form of behavior from many consultants to improve your career. * A consulting specialization. * Hype. ----- '''9 tips for Change Agents.''' (From: http://www.fastcompany.com/online/05/changetips.html) 1.Be open to data at the start 1.Network like crazy 1.Document your own learning 1.Take senior management along 1.No Fear 1.Be a learning person yourself 1.Laugh when it hurts 1.Know the business before you try to change anything 1.Finish what you start ---- See TrainTheTrainer, http://home.att.net/~nickols/change.htm, ChangeYourOrganizationTactics ------- CategoryChange