The Lucent Perspective
In The Lucent Perspective, host Rebecca Hastings interviews executives and leaders from the tech sector to learn about their successes, most valuable lessons learned, challenges, solutions and insights. Rebecca is an executive headhunter who has built leadership teams and helped technology companies rapidly scale. If you're looking to learn about startup and scale-up technology companies and hear from some of the most entrepreneurial and innovative leaders, join Rebecca Hastings and guests on The Lucent Perspective.
The Lucent Perspective
Top Tips For Managing Organizational Change with Leisa Docherty
In this bonus episode of The Lucent Perspective, Rebecca Hastings speaks with Leisa Docherty, an experienced Chief People Officer, Executive Coach, and HR transformation expert. Leisa has led HR strategies, business acquisitions, and cultural transformations at companies like Sage, Aspire Technology Solutions, and Causeway Technologies. She shares insights on navigating organizational change, AI integration, and leadership alignment.
Key Topics Covered
- Structuring successful company integrations post-acquisition
- Why clear communication is vital during transitions
- Signs it’s time to rethink organizational structures
- How AI is reshaping HR and People Ops
- Common restructuring pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Leadership’s role in driving meaningful change
- Managing employee expectations and morale through transitions
Episode Highlights
[01:41] How to set up a successful post-acquisition integration
[03:35] The importance of proactive and transparent communication
[06:05] Key indicators for organizational restructuring
[07:57] Why leadership alignment is critical during transformation
[09:48] How AI is reshaping HR and business operations
[10:52] Common disruptions and how to prepare for them
[12:20] Building leadership skills to effectively drive change
[15:54] Best practices for managing morale and expectations
[17:18] Preparing for emerging roles and AI-driven shifts
[18:34] Where to connect with Leisa for further insights
About Leisa Docherty
Leisa Docherty is a Chief People Officer, Executive Coach, and HR transformation expert with experience in M&A, organizational design, and leadership coaching. She helps businesses scale successfully while ensuring effective people strategies.
📌 Connect with Leisa:
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Rebecca Hastings, Founder and Director at The Lucent Group
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Rebecca has extensive talent and executive search experience supporting digital and technology businesses through complex changes and fast-paced scale-up periods. She works with businesses advising on C-level, technical, sales and commercial appointments, workforce planning, strategic talent management, recruitment processes and associated technology and employer brand development.