Top 3 misconceptions about OCM
What is not worth the investment?
OCM
What about change causes fear?
Unknown, lack of understanding, future
How much does an Oscar weigh?
The Oscar statuette weighs 8 1/2 pounds, and stands 13 1/2 inches high.
Who is OCM there to assist?
Project Manager
What is challenging for staff while having to meet day to day responsibilities?
Engaging and learning new processes, Change Management activities
Has any Oscar winner had Oscar-winning parents?
The only Oscar winner with Oscar-winning parents is Liza Minnelli. Her mother Judy Garland received an Honorary miniature Oscar in 1939, and her father Vincente Minnelli won Best Director in 1958. Liza Minnelli won Best Actress in 1972.
What is an incorrect belief regarding OCM's approach to a project?
There is only one way to do it. Same/one approach will be effective in all environments.
Lack of confidence, poor communication, unrealistic timelines, information overload
Who are the Oscars named after?
The show was named by Margaret Herrick, the Academy librarian, who remarked in 1931 (upon seeing the statuettes), "Why, it looks like my Uncle Oscar!"
What do some people believe is the only part of Change Management?
Change Management is only training. Change Management is only communication. OCM is the last step in the Project Plan
What causes a lack of confidence in Change Management Consultants?
Learning future state from outside consultants who don't understand the organization.
Which actor has been nominated for the most Oscars?
Jack Nicholson holds the record for most Best Actor Oscar nominations with 12. And the most wins for a man in this category with three.
How is is Project Management different from OCM?
PM is the product side. OCM is the people side - joining them in parallel as early as possible, and excellence in both is needed to achieve desired outcomes.
What leads to a systemic lack of faith that projects will meet time or business objectives?
Staff prior experiences, forced to make a chance, fear of the future, own research/word of mouth
When was the first Best Animated Oscar awarded?
The Oscar for Best Animated Feature was first awarded in 2002 (Shrek). Pixar has since released 11 films that have been eligible for the award and only two of those films have not been nominated.