Mergers are difficult, but that doesn't mean they have to be a disaster. For those of you who have been part of an acquisition or merger before, you know just what an undertaking it can be. I'm not just referring to the negotiations, terms, and logistics (although that in itself is challenging enough), but rather the much more complicated task of combining two sets of staff, values, and cultures. Everyone hopes for it to be a seamless and smooth transition, but the fact is it's usually far from a harmonious experience. Let's face it, anytime you bring together two different sets of staff with varying methods and processes, there are bound to be issues. Unfortunately, this often leads to multiple resignations, unmotivated employees, and a broken culture. Mergers and acquisitions...
