5 Change Management Myths: Dispelled

Change management is a constant challenge for businesses but is often misunderstood. There are several myths surrounding change which persist today, and this article aims to debunk the five most egregious examples. One myth is the idea that people need to be taught to accept and implement change. However, people are asked to accept constant change and often become fatigued by the barrage of information about numerous changes. The article advises offering people support and guidance throughout their journey of navigating constant change. Another myth is that successful change management relies on communicating a message effectively through one-way communication. The article advises engaging in two-way communication to manage expectations and disarm change fatigue. Additionally, facts alone do not make people change; a clear sense of belonging and connection is needed. Finally, the idea that people do not like change is often misunderstood. People usually do not mind change but do not like being forced to change by others. The article advises winning people's hearts and minds and supporting them before, during, and after implementation.