Leading a Successful Restructure: What Matters Most Precision planning builds confidence, start with a clear business case and timeline. Define roles early, engage trade unions upfront, and consult openly to improve outcomes. Communicate constantly; silence fuels speculation. Show visible, empathetic leadership and provide employee support like redundancy tools and mental health resources. Above all, be transparent about role impacts to maintain trust and fix issues early.

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