This presentation analyzes organizational change management, focusing on the case of Verdant Leisure. It identifies barriers to change, such as lack of employee involvement, communication issues, cultural resistance, and organizational complexity, and explains their impact on leadership decision-making. The presentation evaluates leadership approaches like transformational, authentic, and democratic leadership, highlighting the benefits of democratic leadership in fostering employee participation, addressing barriers, and improving overall management. It references Kotter's 8-step model and Kurt Lewin's model for managing change, and emphasizes the importance of effective leadership styles in implementing successful change management strategies within small to medium sized enterprises. The conclusion summarizes the need for change management and the effectiveness of the democratic leadership approach.