Dealing with Uncertainty
Jessica Van Derven Jessica Van Derven

Dealing with Uncertainty

Right now, many companies and everybody I know is experiencing some pain in the second phase of a transition – The Neutral Zone – between The End and The Beginning. It’s tough, we are still feeling some of the loss of how it used to be without a clear picture of how it will be.

Read More
What do National Anthems and Organizational Change Have in Common?
Jessica Van Derven Jessica Van Derven

What do National Anthems and Organizational Change Have in Common?

National anthems are powerful symbols representing a country's identity, history, and values.

Therefore, it is only fitting that on National Anthem Day (March 3), I pay homage to the most underrated, overlooked, and, in my humble opinion, equal lever in change adoption—Symbols of Change.

Read More
Vision Boards: A Success Hack?
Jessica Van Derven Jessica Van Derven

Vision Boards: A Success Hack?

When leading a transformation, the most impactful visions are multisensory. Instead of the usual flat outcome statements, consider a more dynamic approach

Read More
Is “Enable” Really the Right Word?
Jessica Van Derven Jessica Van Derven

Is “Enable” Really the Right Word?

I often work with functional/enterprise organizations that support and “enable” the company’s strategic priorities. There seems to be a mad love for the word “enable.” You see it in job titles, objectives, and everyday conversations. In my practice, I've become highly attuned to this word, noticing when and why it's used.

Read More