Anne Bang Sommer

For long organizations have treated change as if it were an isolated project: something with a beginning, middle, and an end. We plan, we launch, we celebrate—and then we assume we’re “done.” But the reality is that change is more constant than ever and therefore we must ‘change our approach to change’.

Change has been a constant theme in my professional experiences. Initially, I thought I was solely working within Human Resources, dealing with talent and leadership development, and organizational development. However, the underlying element was always change. Even in my managerial roles, change management was a significant aspect. While this connection may appear clear retrospectively, it wasn’t immediately obvious at the time.

Yes, we are talking about collaboration as a key skill moving forward. In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected, and constantly evolving business world, collaboration is a strategic necessity. Yet, despite its critical importance, collaboration remains one of the most underdeveloped and undervalued capabilities in many organizations.