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Objectives Understand change and its impact on people Identify role in positively influencing change process Be equipped with strategies to become more adaptable
Types of Change Imposed Designed Grown
Brainstorm What types of challenges do people experience during times of imposed change?
Change vs. Transition Change Transition External Circumstances Impersonal Outcome focused Often rapid Internal Emotions &thoughts Personal Process focused Usually takes time
Adaptation to Change Assessment
Adaptable People … Realize change will happen Care for self during transition Understand how thoughts & feelings affect actions Control what they can Maintain connections Continue to do good work Maintain perspective Tap into personal resilience
Stages of Transition Change Stage 4 Adaptation Stage 1 Shock/Denial Exploration Stage 2 Resistance/Fear
Transition Action Plan Stage Responses Actions Stage 1 Shock/Denial Shock Fear Vulnerability Stage 2 Resistance/Fear Anger Withdrawal Depression Feelings of helplessness Resistance Feeling stuck Stage 3 Exploration Information seeking Present focused Stage 4 Adaptation Accept change Move forward
Managing Stress Focus on priorities Practice realistic optimism Focus on wellness Reach out to others Be flexible Take time for fun Let go of things you can’t control
Workplace changes May attitudes My behavior How clean my house Is Other people’s negative attitude
Adaptable People … Realize change will happen Care for self during transition Understand how thoughts & feelings affect actions Control what they can Maintain connections Continue to do good work Maintain perspective Tap into personal resilience
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