Resistance is an inevitable response to any major change. Individuals naturally rush to defend the status quo if they feel their security or statuses are threatened.
Here are the major reasons why managers and employees resist change…
The top-reasons for managers’ resistance
- Lost of power
- Overload
- Lack awareness of need
- Unprepared to operate in the future state
- Fear of uncertainty
The top-reasons for employees’ resistance
- Lack awareness of need
- Fear of job loss
- Lack of the required skills or knowledge
- Comfort with Status quo
- Must do more with less
So, before any change action, think about why your people would resist to change.. and prepare your action plan!
Sources: Thanks to Isabelle & Guillaume
Image: Flickr, alshepmcr
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