Need for Change !
We are currently going through a course on leading change. Following is an excerpt from my journal on how to lead change.
Change is an integral part of a successful outcome. Our mankind’s evolution can be attributed towards the process of change which went through over a period. Civilizations growth can be owed to the various steps taken to change.
What is Change? Change is a process of transforming a current state to a different state. Change involves three stages, 1) Current form 2) Transitional form and 3) New form. Understanding these different stages would help one to successfully create and lead a change process.
Determine if Change is required?
Let us deep dive to understand the “current state”, this is a stage one needs to evaluate the need for change, it is important to have a clear basis and a reason for change, as the saying goes “Don’t fix! If isn’t broken”. Following are certain areas which needs attention in this state.
1. Evaluate if a change is required
2. Complete a cost benefit analysis of a change
3. Understand the physical/emotional aspects behind the change
Calculate the opportunity cost and return on investment for not making a necessary change and making a necessary change. This will give a clear idea, whether to pursue a change or not. Along with the financial aspect most important aspect is the human element. Transformation from one form to another leads to movement of one’s comfort zone. Humans react differently when they are moved from comfort zone. Some of the instant reactions are “Fear”, “insecurity” and “uncertainty”. Some humans react with pleasure, joyful and challenged. It all revolves around self-confidence, motivation and final outcome.
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