Julian Sharples

Founder and Principal Consultant

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I've been involved in change and transformation for over thirty years. I now specialise in Lean Change, Self-Organising and Men’s Work. I work with forward-thinking companies from start-ups to corporates who are committed to growth and transformation for both their people and the organisation.

I’ve worked with companies of all sizes, across many different sectors, including professional services, medical devices, IT, financial services, construction & infrastructure, and education. I’ve also founded and led several start-ups, including a tech company that grew to £6 million annual revenue in three years before being sold to GE.

My personal transformation journey began in my 20s when I first began seeing a therapist. In my 30s, I trained as a counsellor, founded a men’s group, and established The Listening Centre, a charity providing low-cost counselling, where I served as CEO for 15 years.

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What is Lean Change?

What is Lean Change?

Lean Change is an innovative approach to managing organisational change that combines principles from Agile, Lean Startup, and Design Thinking. Inspired by Jason Little's 2014 book Lean Change Management: Innovative Practices for Managing Organizational Change, this approach challenges traditional change management methods by prioritising collaboration, experimentation, and adaptability.

Using the Bridges Transition Model to manage business change

Using the Bridges Transition Model to manage business change

If you're struggling to deliver change in your business, understanding the Bridges Transition Model can help steer you in the right direction...

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