New Work - successfully shaping the new world of work

Self-reflection

• Change begins with you: What gives you stability in uncertain times?
• "Are you doing what you really want to do?" – Meaning as a driver for change.
• What role do you want to play as a designer of New Work?

The basics of New Work

• What is behind New Work? Understanding its history and core values.
• Current drivers: BANI world, AI and automation, demographic change, generational change.
• What is hype, and what is relevant for your company?
• Stages of corporate development and the importance of culture vs. structure.
• Recognize practical aspects for your own context.

Assessing the current status of "New Work"

• Cultural analysis: Recognize values and practices in your company.
• What are the biggest levers for change? 
• Realistic assessment: what is possible now, what later?

New forms of leadership and work: concrete rather than abstract

• From hierarchy to greater self-organization—small experiments instead of major upheavals.
• Agile leadership: Leadership in uncertainty and with participatory decisions.
• How is leadership changing as a result of AI tools?
• Practical examples: Sociocracy, holacracy, collegial leadership—which one is right for you?

Shaping transformation: the journey is the destination

• A step-by-step approach instead of a major change program.
• The transformation team: Who should be involved?
• Security in transition: balancing stability and experimentation.
• Success factors and common stumbling blocks.

Transfer: concrete next steps

• Develop an initial target image for your own company.
• Elegant next steps that you can implement right away.
• How do I argue for New Work to management/the works council?