Leading and managing change is a critical skill for a successful accountancy firm.

Change management entails thoughtful planning, sensitive implementation and above all consultation with, and involvement of, the people affected by the changes.

If you force change on your team, then problems will arise. Change must be realistic, measurable and achievable.

So what approach can you take to make the inevitable changes coming your way as pain-free as possible?

And how can you ensure that your team will both logically understand and emotionally buy-in those changes?

Changing behaviours in your team is made easier when you adopt a 3-part memorable change pattern or plan.