Change Management
Pitfalls in Change Management
Change in any organization can either galvanize or paralyze the employees. Implemented incorrectly, and the organization, as a whole, will suffer. Employees may fear a shift in power, the need to learn new skills, or the stress of having to join a new department. Helping these employees overcome their limitations to become more successful is the key to effective management. There are numerous reasons for failed attempts in change management. However, boiled down, there are three main reasons. These are poor communication, ineffective planning, and an un-sustained focus on the goal.
Communication
The factors preventing change from being successful are complicated, but as a manager, there are certain things you can do to minimize the failures. Most importantly, communicate how the change will affect your company in the short term and what gains it should bring the company over the long term.
Employees desire information during times of change. In fact, during times of change is when the rumor mill is hard at work. Anything a manager can do to put a halt to
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