Change is everywhere. It happens in our workplaces, our personal lives and in society in general. The one thing that is constant might just be that change is constant. Perhaps people need to spend less time worrying, and understand that change happens.
It’s never that simple, though. People are naturally resistant to change. and in most people’s minds, status quo reigns supreme. Any deviation from the present situation is a still a change, regardless of the whether it’s for better or worse. Maybe it’s an attitude problem, and people need to understand that “change happens”.
As true as that might be, telling people “change happens” just isn’t enough. Sometimes people need a little bit more. People need to be engaged and invited to participate in change. Don’t spring it on them, asking them to simply fall in line. Garner their input and solutions, and they’ll be more committed to change. After all, when it comes to change it’s about committment, not compliance.