It’s awfully hard for managers and staff to get motivated when they believe that the latest project from on high is going to die just like the last one - no matter what they do. Fear makes change intensely personal. People fear for their income. They worry about their families. They wonder what will happen to their careers. When people are afraid, they literally can’t hear or think as well. It’s much harder for them to take in important information when their minds are reeling. This can be a big distraction that undermines your team’s ability to focus and stay productive… just when you need to them most...
So how do the best leaders and managers mitigate change... fatigue, keep fear at bay and keep the team engaged and energized?
By doing two things: identifying and celebrating early successes and creating cultural experiences that support the vision and keep the change train on track.
"1 Reason Why Most Change Management Efforts Fail" Forbes. Jul. 25, 2017
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