Please write a 7 page, 12 point, Times New Roman, Double spaces essay that answers the following. And you MUST use the sources provided.Assignment Description
Leading a merger requires careful planning and the use of effective change management models to ensure a smooth transition. Managing resistance to change is crucial, and leaders and managers play key roles in guiding their teams through this challenging process. By applying change management models, addressing resistance, and understanding the roles of leaders and managers, you can significantly enhance your professional effectiveness in navigating the complexities of a merger.
In 5–7 pages, please answer the following questions:
- Which ethical leadership principles would you prioritize if you were a chief executive officer (CEO) leading a merger?
- What legal factors do you think are important to consider in a merger?
- Which change management model—such as Lewin’s, Kotter’s, or ADKAR—would you choose to use in a merger, and why?
- How would you address resistance to change during the merger process?
ALL THE FOLLOWING 4 Sources MUST be used in essay:| 1. Ullah, I., Raja, M. H., Nida, Z. K., & Fazal, Y. (2022). CEO ethical leadership and corporate social responsibility: Examining the mediating role of organizational ethical culture and intellectual capital. Journal of Management and Organization, 28(1), 99–119. https://doi.org/10.1017/jmo.2019.48 || 2. Payne, D., Trumbach, C., & Soharu, R. (2023). The values change management cycle: Ethical change management. Journal of Business Ethics, 188(3), 429–440. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10551-022-05306-8 || 3. Pless, N. M., Sengupta, A., Wheeler, M. A., & Maak, T. (2022). Responsible leadership and the reflective CEO: Resolving stakeholder conflict by imagining what could be done. Journal of Business Ethics, 180(1), 313–337. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10551-021-04865-6 || 4. Lucidchart. (2024). 7 fundamental change management models. https://www.lucidchart.com/blog/7-fundamental-change-management-models |Feel free to use any other sources in addition to these, ranging from academic sources to news articles. Find files of each source that must be used below, appart from the Lucidchart source (use this link https://www.lucidchart.com/blog/7-fundamental-change-management-models). PLEASE USE DIRECT QUOTES FROM THE SOURCES PROVIDED!