The psychology of digital change

From resistance to acceptance

This training is held in German.
Digitalization is essential for companies to remain successful in increasingly digital markets. This not only has an impact on the use of new technologies, but also on human behavior. The tried and tested ways of acting and decision-making patterns that once promised us success no longer apply in today's volatile world. Our 'software of the mind' needs an update! In this practical workshop, you will learn about the relevant psychological foundations of digital change and develop new ways of thinking and acting in order to understand and support the digital transformation on a mental level.

Contents

Fundamentals and effects of digitalization on people 

  • Consequences and consequences of digitalization for people. 
  • Interests, motivations and digital affinity. 
  • Typical emotions and how they arise.  
  • What fears and challenges do your Employees face?  
  • Coping strategies against digital stress. 
  • Avoiding reactance: maintaining freedom and self-determination. 

Digital reflection based on practical examples 

  • Challenges of digital transformation in your own day-to-day work. 
  • Recognize and classify decision-making and behavior patterns. 
  • Typical resistance in digital change. 
  • Identify your own special resources for supporting the digital transformation. 
  • Discussion of possible solutions based on own case studies. 

Transition to digital-affine thought and action patterns 

  • Learning and unlearning: How old experiences can hinder us. 
  • Two-systems theories: Intuition versus consciousness. 
  • The limits of objectivity: How our thoughts change our reality. 
  • How stable are our thought and action patterns? 
  • Neuroplasticity of the brain: conditions for mental adaptability. 
  • Tips and tricks for developing and reinforcing new, digital-savvy behaviors. 

Learning environment

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Your benefit

  • You know the challenges of digitalization with regard to human behaviour and you understand the basic psychological models behind it. 
  • They have a toolbox at their disposal to train and reinforce new, digital-savvy behaviors. 
  • You will understand important psychological mechanisms that will help you to see through the background and causes and react appropriately, especially in difficult situations. 
  • You will reflect on your own role in the digital transformation of your organization and identify possible fields of action. 

Methods

In-person events

trainer, group and individual work, discussion in plenary, case studies, processing of participants' practical concerns. 

Live online events

trainer, group and individual work, discussion in plenary, case studies, processing of participants' practical concerns. 

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Recommended for

Specialists and managers from IT, research and development, HR, strategy, business development, management, consulting and all those who want to position themselves as change agents in the context of digital transformation through comprehensive know-how in two intensive days. 

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Munich Municipal Drainage

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Karlsruhe Chamber of Crafts

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Consulting Lennartz

"The highlight was always when the theoretical material could be geared towards a current professional situation."

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Coca-Cola Europacific Partners

"I particularly liked the interaction within the team and the moderation."

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Haufe Akademie

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Transfer coaching bookable
2 hours of transfer coaching - live and online with your trainer ensures that you can put what you have learnt into practice in your day-to-day work.
If you book at the same time as your training, you save 10 % on the price of the transfer coaching of € 390,- excl.
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€ 1.540,- plus VAT.
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Transfer coaching bookable
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If you book at the same time as your training, you save 10 % on the price of the transfer coaching of € 390,- excl.
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