Navigating Change Management in IT, with Meridith Fix

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In this episode of the IT Matters podcast, host Keith Hawkey delves into the complexities of change management with Meridith Fix, the former CIO of Lendlease. Meridith shares her extensive experience and unique perspectives on how organizations can successfully navigate technology changes from a human-centric approach.
Conversation Highlights:
[00:00] Introducing our guest, Meridith
[03:34] Building the foundations for a technology change
[06:32] Navigating organizational changes
[09:46] Cultivating continued learning
[15:35] Understanding communication styles
[24:59] Generative AI and change management
[27:43] Meridith's message to IT leaders
Notable Quotes:
"People resist change out of fear, out of fear and distrust because our brains are wired to keep us safe. We have this sort of natural inclination to lean towards the status quo to prioritize the present." Meridith Fix [04:58]
"One of my favorite quotes of all time is 'Be the change you want to see in the world.' I think that's what I would encourage IT leaders to be, really any leader." Meridith Fix [28:12]
Connect With Meridith Fix
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meridithfix/
The IT Matters Podcast is about IT matters and matters pertaining to IT. It is produced by Opkalla, a technology advisory firm that helps their clients navigate the confusion in the technology marketplace and choose the solution that is right for their business.

Chapter

1. Introducing our guest, Meridith (00:00:00)

2. Building the foundations for a technology change (00:03:34)

3. Navigating organizational changes (00:06:32)

4. Cultivating continued learning (00:09:46)

5. Understanding communication styles (00:15:35)

6. Generative AI and change management (00:24:59)

7. Meridith's message to IT leaders (00:27:43)