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| 29 www.military.ie THE DEFENCE FORCES MAGAZINE Attendees were also briefed on Single and Double Loop Learning (which was also the pre reading for the day). This concept looks at where some organisations use single loop learning to look at what we do in our action strategies and techniques that may be causing the issue while we should be implementing double loop learning which looks at why we do, what we do which is the governing variable (goals, values, beliefs that cause the issue to arise - see image below). Overall, the seminar received positive feedback from attendees, indicating its effectiveness in addressing the topics of change management and cultural transformation within military leadership. With common themes bubbling to the top it was evident that the seminar provided valuable insights and strategies for attendees to apply within their respective roles. Throughout the briefs the facilitators' ability to contextualise their lectures with examples from their military service was appreciated by attendees. In conclusion, the leadership seminar provided a comprehensive exploration of change management and culture within military organisations, offering practical insights and strategies for attendees to enhance their leadership capabilities in dynamic environments. The attendees of the seminar were able to add significant knowledge to their skill set to support them in leading in the environment of culture change and organisational transformation in which the Defence Forces finds itself. There will be further leadership seminars later in the year, updates will be provided through the Leadership Hub on Connect or through your chain of command. If you visit the Leadership Hub on Connect you will also be able to access the leadership doctrine in PDF and audiobook formats, as well as a video from Professor Bryan Watters discussing "leading change". Special thanks to GOC 2 Bde and OC Custume Bks for hosting the event. PROFESSOR BRYAN WATTERS Professor Bryan Watters had a distinguished career in the British Army before joining Cranfield University. He commanded 1st Battalion the Cheshire Regiment and held key leadership positions, including Director of Military Studies (Colonel Training) at The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, and Vice President of the Army Officer Selection Board. He was also a member of the Directing Staff at the Joint Services Command and Staff College and the Founding Director of the Ministry of Defence Strategic Leadership Programme. In active service, Professor Watters commanded in various theatres, including Northern Ireland, Rhodesia, Belize, Bosnia, Iraq, and Kosovo. His leadership was recognised multiple times in the UK's Operational Honours and Awards List, including the Order of the British Empire (OBE), Queen's Commendation for Valuable Service (QCVS), and Commander in Chief's Commendation (CinC's Commendation). Additionally, he was awarded the Legion of Merit (Officer) by the United States. DR. CAROLINE MICKLEWRIGHT Dr. Caroline Micklewright transitioned to academia after a successful career as a logistics officer in the Royal Air Force. Her expertise lies in air movements and information technology, with service in various locations including the UK, Falkland Islands, and Iraq. Dr. Micklewright's logistics background encompasses strategic planning, fuels, logistics support, warehouse management, and project and contract management, where she collaborated with industry partners supporting fast jet aircraft. Dr. Micklewright holds a Master's in Information, Management, and Technology from Cranfield University, a Master's in Research from the Open University, and a PhD from the Open University, awarded in 2021. Her doctoral research focused on the impact of organisational behaviors and culture on personnel leaving military service. Dr. Caroline Micklewright presenting Prof Bryan Watters presenting D COS (Sp) video introduction from Syria on Connect

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