The First 90 Days After a Reorg Matter Most

The first 90 days after a reorg can feel unsettled for everyone, including leaders.

Before taking action, take time to understand the intent behind the new structure. Listen closely to senior leadership, ask questions, and get clear on what's changing, what's staying the same, and what's expected moving forward.

Then help your team make sense of it.

Focus on:

• Clarifying priorities

• Deciding what to continue, stop, or change

• Connecting everyday work to the bigger picture

  
  

Most importantly, communicate early and often. People don't expect you to have all the answers, but they do want honesty and transparency. In the absence of information, assumptions tend to fill the gaps.

Stay accessible through one-on-ones, office hours, or team forums. Share what you know, what you're still learning, and where the team is headed.

And don't forget the people most affected by the change. A simple check-in, offered with empathy, can have a bigger impact than you realize.

Reorgs are ultimately about people. Leaders who provide clarity, consistency, and compassion can help their teams move forward with confidence.