The next Book Business Club meeting is happening on April 30 — and this time, it’s more than just a book discussion.
We’ll use the book Leading Change by John Kotter as a foundation, but the session will be a hands-on workshop featuring a special guest: Richard Wunakott, a diplomat from the U.S. Embassy in Vilnius with a background in global management and business.
Richard won’t just talk about the book — he’ll share real-world examples from his experience in California state government, where Kotter’s ideas helped drive meaningful change.
What to expect
1. Short Lecture (20–30 min)
We’ll break down Kotter’s key idea: why 70% of change initiatives fail, and the difference between managing change and leading change.
You’ll also get a clear overview of Kotter’s 8-step framework — a system designed to create momentum and real results.
2. Practice Session (20–30 min)
Interactive group work with a twist: instead of discussing how to succeed, we’ll explore how to fail at change — and then figure out how to prevent it.
This approach helps uncover real risks and blind spots.
3. Review & Discussion (20–30 min)
Each group will present their insights in a short “breaking news” format.
We’ll discuss which strategies actually work — and which ones just look good on paper.
Key takeaway
Change is not about processes or spreadsheets — it’s about people, behavior, and perception.
Join us if you want more than a book discussion — if you want to actually build your ability to lead change.
🗓️ April 30 at 19:00 (Minsk time)
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