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Resistance to Change Understanding and Overcoming Human and Organizational Barriers |
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By: Vadim Kotelnikov, Founder, Ten3 Business e-Coach – Innovation Unlimited, 1000ventures.com, 1000advices.com
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"It is easier to resist at the beginning than at the end." – Leonardo da Vinci |
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Marketing Strategy: "Good ideas are not adopted automatically. They must be driven into practice with courageous patience." – Hyman Rickover... MoreWhy Resistance to Change? Most people don't like change because they don't like being changed. When change comes into view, fear and resistance to change follow – often despite its obvious benefits. People fight against change because they:
Change as an Unnatural Act Change theory tells us that human systems seek homeostasis and equilibrium, i.e. prefer a predictable, stable world.4 Create change, lead change, manage resistance to change... More
A Leader's Mood: The Dimmer Switch of Performance Manage the Emotions of Change. Be particularly mindful of how you manage emotions if your organization is undergoing change – how you handle emotions during these crucial times can help or hinder the change process. It's a known fact that if the resistance to change is emotional, it is the hardest form of resistance to overcome. As the leader handling a change initiative, don't avoid the emotions that accompany the change process. Set the mood and manage the emotions – or they will manage you... More How To Succeed In InnovationInnovation Management Team: "The leaders say: "Let's be more innovative." The staff says: "Bravo. When do we start?" The mid-level managers say: "Wait a minute, let's think about that. What about… and …? Have you REALLY thought it through? Does this mean I have to change?"" – Claude Legrand... More8 Common Errors in Organizational Change Efforts By: John Kotter
Breaking the Rules So what separates extraordinary leaders from proponents of the status quo? They break the rules. Except, not in an arbitrary or capricious way. When you look at examples of extraordinary leadership, like the Founding Fathers of the United States or Jack Welch of GE, certain practices or principles become apparent. To start, there is a declaration of what the future will be. There is also a purpose, something to stand for. And finally, there is a clearly articulated commitment... More
Keep People In The Know "Transformational leaders empower others by keeping them "in the know," by keeping them fully informed on everything that effects their jobs," says Brian Tracy. "People want and need to feel that they are “insiders,” that they are aware of everything that is going on. There is nothing so demoralizing to a staff member than to be kept in the dark about their work and what is going on in the company."... More
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