The book

Change Matters is not your typical business book.

What if a book could unlock your creative and empathetic potential, enabling you to effectively manage resistance in the workplace? Ten stories from two decades of leading change across continents, with the toolkit you need to apply each one.

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Ten chapters. Ten countries. One toolkit.

Each chapter is a real story from the field. Every story unpacks a specific change-leadership skill you can put to use on Monday morning.

Chapter 01

Fight or Flight in the Quicksand

The power of assessing our stakeholders.

A first-hand experience on the slopes of a volcano in the Philippines: when change expertise can be handy even in a matter of survival.

Chapter 02

Trouble in Paradise

Navigating the cultural landscape.

A regional rewards meeting in Indonesia: articulate communication, transparency, and willingness to fund local traditions led to genuine miraculous outcomes.

Chapter 03

Fixing What Isn't Broken

Demystifying new ways of working.

An international open-space meeting in Singapore offering the opportunity to launch new technology and tackle resistance to new ways of working.

Chapter 04

The Illusion of Alignment

Decoding perceptions for a compelling 'why'.

Implementing change requires defining in one short sentence what is in scope, retaining what is essential, and getting everyone to agree upon it.

Chapter 05

The Bittersweet Journey of Bad News

Leading through layoffs.

Change and retrenchment in a British company led by award-winning founders, handling the grief cycle with humanity and a united, genuinely reactive voice.

Chapter 06

Shower Hour and Killer Spiders

Facing fears and having tough talks.

Hands-on challenges and adversity foster teamwork when leading missions where danger lurks at every step, such as the Costa Rica rainforest.

Chapter 07

Million Dollar Decisions

Managing change fatigue.

A logistics chain is only as strong as its weakest link: failure is not an option when going for a clear communication strategy at the Suzuka Grand Prix in Japan.

Chapter 08

The Pain in Spain

Empowering genuine influencers.

The visiting change consultant getting closer to opinion leaders in a supply chain warehouse, strengthening continuous improvement through engagement and efficiency.

Chapter 09

Strength in Numbers

Leveraging collective wisdom.

Diving into overlapping legacy systems and processes. Tackling staff resistance while remaining open-minded and adaptable for a unified online solution in the Netherlands.

Chapter 10

From Jungle to Safe Harbour

Leading transformation in the corporate jungle.

Change is the only constant: identifying and bringing a change team on board is essential to drive innovation and push the corporation into the high seas.

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Readers say:

Paul Ryan, Senior Director Engineer Operations, Qualcomm: "Great insights on Leading Transformation! The stories throughout the book make it very relatable and give you good tips and tricks for whatever level of change you are involved in."
Paul RyanSenior Director Engineer Operations, Qualcomm
Steven De Wit, Head of HR International, Endress+Hauser Flowtec AG: "Ground breaking! The book's refreshing blend of real-life stories and practical insights sets it apart as a game-changer in change management literature. Beyond theory, it provides actionable strategies, making it a quick, impactful guide that inspires and equips readers to confidently tackle organizational transformation."
Steven De WitHead of HR International, Endress+Hauser Flowtec AG
Carmen Mitroescu, ADHD Coach, Expert Talent Acquisition, DHL Group: "I recently had the pleasure of reading this book, and it exceeded my expectations. It masterfully combined the author's deep knowledge of change management with real-life examples, creating a compelling and easy-to-understand guide."
Carmen MitroescuADHD Coach, Expert Talent Acquisition, DHL Group
Deepak Bansal, Founder & CEO, MQ Learning Academy: "In her groundbreaking work, Margit masterfully bridges the realms of narrative and the corporate sphere, presenting an innovative and practical approach to managing change. For anyone looking to master the art of change management, Margit's guide is an indispensable resource."
Deepak BansalFounder & CEO, MQ Learning Academy
German Valencia, Former C-suite Leader, Executive Advisor, Coach and Mentor: "Fantastic inspirational book from a seasoned leader packed with human-centered stories and practical insights for anyone undergoing or about to start an organization change or transformational journey!"
German ValenciaFormer C-suite Leader, Executive Advisor, Coach and Mentor
Maryna Jarzabek, Project Manager: "This is one of the most relevant books that applies not only to work but general life as well. The "fixing what is broken" chapter helped me to understand who are "coconuts and peaches" people and how to deal with them. Overall one of the best books about change and adaptability I have seen!"
Maryna JarzabekProject Manager
Mary Vaz, Anti-burnout Coach, Mary Vaz Coaching: "Change Matters challenges our inherent resistance to change, providing carefully considered stories from Margit Takács' extensive change consulting experience. She offers suggestions that will help individuals and organisations embrace and rise to meet these challenges. This thoughtful book is a delight to read and will arm you with valuable wisdom for leading change at an enterprise level."
Mary VazAnti-burnout Coach, Mary Vaz Coaching
Tibor Török, Senior Business Developer & Project Manager, Sunrise: "A must read! This book has pleasantly combined change management principles with real-life examples. Margit eased the language of the usual special book with her own experience which made the book reading enjoyable also for a non-professional like myself."
Tibor TörökSenior Business Developer & Project Manager, Sunrise
Ruchira Neotia, Brand Marketing Leader, Ruchira's Table: "More a compass than a typical leadership coaching 'book'. A powerful exploration of navigating life's transitions with resilience, grace, and a rather high dose of practicality. Having made significant transitions in my own life, I found the wisdom and guidance contained in these pages to be deeply invaluable and very relatable. A must-read for anyone embarking on a journey of transformation - as an individual or an organisation!"
Ruchira NeotiaBrand Marketing Leader, Ruchira's Table

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