Overcoming Resistance to Change

Posted by on Feb 5, 2022 in PMChat Bloggers, Uncategorized | 0 comments

Resistance to change is an interesting phenomenon, which is often quoted as a major reason why projects and change programs don’t deliver the results they set out to. At its core, resistance to change is a label we apply to people who seem unwilling to accept change. But for the most part, it isn’t the change itself that people resist. They resist because they believe they will lose something of value or because they fear they will not be able to adapt to the new ways. Understanding people’s emotions play a key role in addressing resistance.  Image courtesy of RSuite CMS Whereas junior project managers may not be so aware of the emotional side of change, project leaders understand the importance of listening to people and ensuring that their needs are being met. Instead of exclusively dealing with tasks, activities and processes they delve into deeper layers and consider the psychological aspects. They draw people in, address their concerns and anxieties and demonstrate what is in it for each person.

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Overcoming Resistance to Change