Leading Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

It’s about a wildly successful company that went off course. Of course, part of that entailed reestablishing the company’s reputation for cutting-edge technology. Those who resisted—and many did at first—were often given a stern talking-to by Nadella himself. You know this company. But there was much more than that.

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Tanveer Naseer

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Marlene also happens to be one of the very first guests I had on my podcast over 10 years ago when we talked about her book “ Stop Workplace Drama ”. This time, I’ve invited Marlene back on my podcast to talk to me about her latest book “ From Conflict to Courage: How To Stop Avoiding and Start Leading ”*.

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Change Starts Here

MAY 7, 2015

When we try to influence people to change, we’re likely to encounter someone exhibiting behaviors that make it seem as though they are resisting change, whether it’s outright refusal to participate or something more subtle like procrastination or avoidance. Resistance acts the same way. See also: Eight Telltale Signs of Resistance.

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Leadership Freak

APRIL 21, 2017

Of course they do! Arrogance can’t see a need for development. Ask egotistical managers if they run great meetings. Insert any management skill.) There’s no point in telling them they don’t. Pride invites… Continue reading →

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 8, 2023

I’m worried because if we turn this thing around, I think everybody’s going to say, “Well, of course, the results got better, but it wasn’t HIM who did it. But my manager now wants to bring in all kinds of help: people from HR, training, and even my peers. It was all these other people.” ” What should I do?”

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Change Starts Here

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Rather than ponder the nature of aerodynamics while flying, instead I wondered – could there be change with no resistance? As a fun exercise, I tried to envision what the conditions would be for a resistance-free change. Interestingly, it is the act of resistance itself that shows us where the work needs to be done.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Thought-full Thursday: Starting From What Is » Resistance and Change – A Personal Experience September 22nd, 2010 | Author: Mary Jo Asmus This is a more personal post than I usually write. The biggest challenge I experienced was that of letting go of my own resistance to accepting that I had something to learn.

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Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Over the course of this episode, Erika and I discuss: * How do we shift our mindset from seeing change as being costly and weird to being easy and rewarding. * The one thing leaders are not addressing that’s not only fuelling organizational resistance but also ensuring a greater likelihood for failure. *

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leaderCommunicator

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Of course, even the most tried-and-true plan can still hit roadblocks along the way, which is why as part of the planning process, we make a point to identify strategies for overcoming employee resistance and tactics for unifying company cultures well beyond the initial announcement of these transformative events.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 12, 2022

There’s the initial shock, the communication, the “I wonder if I’m impacted too” angst, and of course, the really painful decisions involved in selecting who will go. And, of course, there’s the matter of rebuilding morale. Of course, this is personal. You might have some survivor guilt.

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Lead from Within

AUGUST 9, 2022

Of course any new processes and structures come with their own set of problems. Resist telling your team “This is how it’s going to be.” Most people resist change. Even in the best of times, the shifts and changes of that evolution often take a toll on people. I cannot overstate the importance of empathy. Communicate constantly.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 7, 2023

Strong, negative feelings make some people resistant to seeing offenders in anything but a negative light. You’re going to have to work hard here and be persistent, respectfully, of course! Be warned: This can be a challenging process.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Of course, I can’t assure you that your manager has this under control. Resist the temptation to start with words like, “I know how lazy this dude is…” Instead, use this as an opportunity to make the conversation about you and how you can best help (without taking on too much, see #5 below).

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 31, 2023

However, for the purpose of updating and modernizing the aesthetics, here are the most popular forms of cladding and their differing benefits: Laminate Cladding: Both scratch-resistant and durable, easy to clean and maintain, and available in a variety of colors and finishes.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2020

Paradoxical Coaching - When Clients Resist by Anne Perschel @bizshrink. He is, of course, one of the most un-ordinary individuals in history. The Observer Effect – Interview with @Tobi Lütke I find myself more interested in the inputs of an idea than the actual decision.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 5, 2021

Where are we most likely to meet resistance? Of course, one of the best ways to ensure your voice is heard is to actively listen to the ideas of others. Who would we need to engage to make this happen? Why should they support it? A- Actions. What are the most important actions needed to try this? How would we start?

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

As your team is growing resist the urge to solve problems FOR them and teach them how to think. Of course, as the leader, you want to be a highly visible communicator. When you’re a strong, influential leader, and things are going well, it’s easy to overestimate the leadership capacity of your team.

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Change Starts Here

JUNE 9, 2015

Fundamentals of Change Management is a foundational course for anyone who influences change at work. The methodology taught in this course was developed for people working within organizations who are responsible for implementing change without having much authority. Course Objectives. Learn how to uncover and reduce resistance.

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Change Starts Here

AUGUST 26, 2014

Check out the five topics we’ll cover in depth over the course of the series. Uncover and Reduce Resistance. Anticipate how people will react to change so you can reduce backlash, and learn how to handle resistance when it happens. $75. Click the titles for more information on individual events. October 15.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 1, 2021

The research highlights a number of obstacles that can hamper online learning, including a lack of confidence in the technology among teachers and general resistance to collaborative learning among students. When these lessons were introduced into an ICT course at the university, 77.4%

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Leadership Freak

JUNE 29, 2014

Leaders without a code follow the course of least resistance. Life becomes unstable, stressful, and frustrating. Leaders without guiding principles are undependable followers. Power: Your leadership code is the foundation of decision making.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 31, 2014

Of course, if you dressed up today, send me a pic. They may complain, but I guarantee the guy who resisted the most has a picture of that day in his office.). Your next weekday (Halloween) chance is Monday, October 31st 2016, although I’ve found excuses to dress up at all times of the year. Go for it. Why Costumes Work at Work.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

01:40 Of course, neither of those is productive. And so again, resist the urge. One of those push-pause moments as a leader here resists the urge to immediately jump in with solutions. and a half million dollars potential problem over the course of six months. So what are we after? Well, that’s significant.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

I can’t resist the subtle seduction of bullet points and numbered priorities. There’s something satisfying about charting a course one step at a time and tracking progress with check marks and scribbles. Posted in Change Management Self Leadership Workplace Issues I have a confession to make. I’m a list person.

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Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 19, 2013

I knew the course content had the potential to make a strong impact in their communication and relationships and I had some specific learning goals for the group. But I resisted the urge to dive straight in. […]. I was standing in front of a roomful of corporate employees about to launch into my training session.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

To better understand the challenges of changing the mindset of employees at an organization, we should identify the factors causing this resistance to change. To him, the biggest challenge was, of course, the willingness to change. He perceives his role as a high-level orchestrator of an often hugely complex process.

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Change Starts Here

JANUARY 8, 2019

On the other hand, the absence of trust creates resistance to change by creating doubt, uncertainty, and fear. In my Fundamentals of Influencing Change at Work course, […]. Put simply, people are more likely to be influenced by someone they trust.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Of course the best player is the “loveable star” who is both competent and likeable. Resist the urge to let your competent players get away with bad behaviors. We found that if someone is strongly disliked, it’s almost irrelevant whether or not she is competent; people won’t want to work with her anyway.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 28, 2020

. “This research is useful for professors to rethink how they design their existing courses,” the researchers explain. Of course, as new research from the University of Oregon highlights, you don’t need to actually use your mobile to gain an educational advantage. ” Mobile assistance.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 23, 2024

Understand the real resistance. Knowing why people are resisting helps the leader walk people through change in a caring, less controlling way. This isn’t always possible, of course, simply because some change is more complex than others and seasons change for people, cultures and organizations. They learn as they go.

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Chart Your Course

APRIL 29, 2013

Whenever changes are made at work- an employee is given a new task or a new way to do a current task- there will be resistance. It’s human nature to resist new responsibilities or rules. Respond to that resistance by outlining and reinforcing an explanation and list of payoffs. Communicate new opportunities. Create a vision.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Which of course is a roll of the dice with a guy like that. Sure, it’s the path of least resistance. And so you choose to look the other way, shrug your shoulders and chalk it up to the cost of genius. And that may work. For a while. But then again, you certainly don’t want to be on his bad side.

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CO2

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Bad leadership is often characterized by a rigid adherence to outdated methods or resistance to innovation. It’s akin to a skilled navigator joining you on your ship, helping you chart a course through troubled waters. Reach out, and let’s chart a course to your next peak together.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 14, 2021

Of course it’s good for your team to try and reach past their limits. Most people value strong leadership, but they resist control. A team of smart people will challenge one another, and you. Everyone will learn and grow, and your organization will benefit at every level. Stop creating unattainable goals.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Of course, a team member should know why a particular change is necessary—the myth is that merely giving enough reasons is sufficient. A last tip: punishing old behavior is likely to lead to resistance. So if it’s all about change, what makes change so tricky to effectuate? Myth 1: Give the Right Reasons. Nudging works far better.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

For instance, last year researchers from San Jose State University highlighted managerial resistance as the primary barrier to growth in flexible working. This resistance revolved around difficulty in monitoring workers remotely, and were often framed in a sense of health and safety, or the impact of technology. Forced to change.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 25, 2019

Charting a Course toward New Possibilities Traveling on the road of discovery to realize new ideas requires taking chances. When leaders try something new without knowing the outcome, the walls of resistance will rise. The biggest resistance, however, might come from you and stand in the way of your dreams.

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