What Are the Eight Steps of Change?

Change management is crucial for organizations to adapt to new technology and circumstances, and should be applied across all sectors. John Kotter’s Eight Steps of Change provide a valuable foundation for managers to guide the implementation of change in their organizations. The first three steps involve creating the right environment by increasing urgency, forming a focused coalition, and outlining a clear vision. Once the seed for change has been sown, the next three steps focus on proving the power of change by communicating, getting buy-in, and demonstrating short-term wins. Finally, the last two steps focus on sustaining progress by keeping up the acceleration and ensuring changes last. At Planview AdaptiveWork, an e-learning series is available to help organizations learn more about successful change management.