Get a clu - stories of business - by Caroline

Caroline-Lucie Ulbrich

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Welcome to "get a clu- stories of business". My name is Caroline, and I am a change management expert. In this podcast, I reflect on change tools, transformation journeys and frameworks. Drawing on my experience having served public and private sector clients, I illuminate how to achieve change success and which roadblocks to circumvent.

01/02/2025

The Hong Kong experiment: exploring competing commitments in real life

In this episode, I reflect on my personal journey with the competing commitments framework and its surprising connection to Hong Kong. Despite a strong desire to move to this vibrant city, hidden inner barriers held me back—something I only realized later through my work on competing commitments. I also reflect on my two-month experiment living in Hong Kong in 2023 and hosting a workshop there in early 2019 that brought this framework to life for others. Listen to this episode if you want to learn about the interplay of personal aspirations, unconscious commitments, and how small experiments can modify subconscious beliefs.

17 min
10/21/2024

From survey to success: mastering organizational culture

In this episode, I share how to build a practical cultural assessment framework. Inspired by a friend’s journey as the new Head of Culture Change at a large corporation, I explain how to capture an organization’s culture with qualitative and quantitative tools. From surveys and focus groups to interviews and document analysis, I cover practical methods to gain deep insights into employee satisfaction and the health of your organization’s culture. After all, culture shapes the values and behaviors that drive productivity and innovation, making it the foundation of any successful transformation.

14 min
07/18/2024

Feeling lost? Create a (transformation) map.

Feeling lost in your career or organizational transformation? Don't worry, you're not alone—and it's actually a good thing! This episode helps you turn feelings of uncertainty into a powerful journey of self-discovery and growth. In this episode, I explore how to create a plan map to guide you through times of change. Just like ancient adventurers looked to the night sky for their North Star, I'll help you by seeing the benefits of creating a plan. Chart your course by taking stock of your resources, recognizing the work you've already done, and identifying the milestones ahead. Join me as I discuss: - Embracing the feeling of being lost as an opportunity for growth - Taking inventory of your current resources and achievements - Setting clear, attainable milestones to maintain positive momentum - Crafting your own transformation map to navigate career or organizational changes with confidence.

13 min
05/15/2024

What is your work MO (modus operandi)?

A modus operandi refers to your habits and ways of working. I love a good abbreviation and like to casually drop the reference to the "MO" in a conversation. Taking stock of your work MO is crucial as it might help you unearth work behavior blind spots. Once you have defined your MO, you can ask yourself whether you need several modi operandi at your disposal - for example, the ability to execute AND to strategize.

11 min
04/30/2024

Networking within the organization: good or bad?

I enjoy networking for professional purposes. I like it so much that I created an online course pertaining to the subject. Based on many conversations I had with peers about this form of outreach, I know it doesn't come naturally to most. When you serve an organization, networking with your colleagues might be beneficial. But should you only focus on establishing solid contacts within the company? How about the outside world? And how much networking is too much?

11 min
04/17/2024

Grandes dames of the corporation

At one particular corporation I served, the Head of Global Corporate Governance interrupted me during a meeting. She asked me who I was. I kept my cool, smiled and introduced myself, informing her I was a member of the consulting team she had hired. She chuckled and made a joke. The meeting continued smoothly. This podcast focuses on impressive senior stakeholders, how you can take your emotional temperature while serving them, and which bigger lessons you can learn from the interaction.

10 min
04/03/2024

There is an AI for that

As a solopreneur, I rely on tools to make my life more efficient. I use scheduling toosl, newsletter tools or CRM (customer relationship management) databases. AI? Not so much. For the longest time, I was sceptical. What if I use ChatGPT and that all other users have access to its formidable responses to my information quest? And I changed my mind. I experimented with both ChatGPT and OpusAI, a software that analyzes media content. And am quite satisfied with the results.

12 min
03/13/2024

Wizard CEOs - magic at the corporation

Wizard CEOs ... are creative and know how to delegate. They create magic, they conjure up visions. What is so special about them? They really the employees, engage them in co-creation process and enable everyone to ... DREAM BIG! I talk about my experience having served one of these rare leaders at UBS Switzerland. If are curious about bottom-up transformations and co-creation, don't miss out.

12 min

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Welcome to "get a clu- stories of business". My name is Caroline, and I am a change management expert. In this podcast, I reflect on change tools, transformation journeys and frameworks. Drawing on my experience having served public and private sector clients, I illuminate how to achieve change success and which roadblocks to circumvent.

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Caroline-Lucie Ulbrich
Years Active

2024 - 2025
Episodes

33
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Get a clu - stories of business - by Caroline