Change Management: Manage Change Resistance

How to understand, minimize, and combat change resistance for your organizational initiative.

What you'll learn

Explain the psychology of change resistance and its different sources

Describe how an effective change management strategy is the first defense in minimizing resistance

Describe leadership's role in minimizing change resistance

Explain the importance of a Change Agent Network

Create a change resistance plan to overcome resistance and gain buy-in

Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, those who have a baseline understanding of change management are likely to get more out of it.

Description

Is change resistance driving your initiatives into the ground? You're not alone. Even the best-planned changes can face opposition, the only remaining question is how you plan to take corrective action.In this course you will learn how to:Anticipate and understand the psychology of change and the root causes of resistanceDetect signs of resistance from both individuals and groupsUnderstand how to minimize resistance in the first place with a solid change management planConquer the resistance that does present itself with tactics proven to workThis course equips you with:A discussion of models of what people go though during times of changeMethodologies for comprehensive change managementDescriptions of direct experiences from your instructionActionable steps to build trust, transparency, and commitment and fight resistanceWith this knowledge, you'll be able to:Lead change with confidence and agilitySave time, effort and project resources by avoiding common pitfalls and setbacksBoost employee morale and engagement throughout the transitionDeliver successful change initiatives that achieve lasting results.Stop letting resistance get in the way of project and organizational success. Invest in your ability to mitigate change effectively and bring the intended benefits of an implementation to your business.Don't wait for resistance to win. Take control and become a change leader today!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Preview

Lecture 2 Introduction to Course

Lecture 3 Learning Objectives

Lecture 4 Change Management Overview

Section 2: Understanding Change Resistance

Lecture 5 Understanding Resistance to Change - Positive Reactions

Lecture 6 Understanding Resistance to Change - Negative Reactions

Lecture 7 Understanding Change Resistance - Signs of Resistance

Section 3: Minimizing Change Resistance

Lecture 8 Minimizing Change Resistance - Part I

Lecture 9 Minimizing Change Resistance - Part II

Section 4: Combating Change Resistance

Lecture 10 Combating Change Resistance - Look For and Find Resistance

Lecture 11 Combating Change Resistance - Tailoring the Strategy

Lecture 12 Combating Change Resistance - Partner Up

Lecture 13 Combating Change Resistance - Build the Plan

Lecture 14 Course Conclusion

This course is for those leading organizational initiatives (such as implementing new technology, introducing a new culture, etc.) or those new to change management, including students looking to learn more about this dynamic field. It will empower you to navigate the challenges of change resistance with confidence and agility.