APMG-International Exam Change-Management-Foundation Topic 7 Question 45 Discussion

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Symbolic actions and symbolism are powerful tools in change management to emotionally engage stakeholders, as per the APMG Change Management Foundation. Statement 1 ('Leaders must lead by example') is true because leaders' visible actions (e.g., adopting new behaviors) reinforce change messages and build trust, appealing to hearts and minds. Statement 2 ('Only leaders can influence change') is false, as the framework recognizes that change agents, line managers, and even peers can influence change---not just leaders. Thus, only Statement 1 holds true in the context of symbolic influence.