Change is hard… Does it have to be? | Business BeyonDIY | 008
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Change is hard… Does it have to be? | Business BeyonDIY | 008
Overcoming Resistance: Effective Strategies for Change Management in Small Businesses
In this episode of 'Business Beyond DIY,' host Steve Krausse discusses the common perception that 'change is hard' and explores whether it truly has to be that way for small businesses. Steve identifies factors contributing to resistance to change, such as discomfort with unfamiliarity and perceived threats to job roles. He offers practical strategies for motivating employees by aligning their self-interests with business goals, suggesting mechanisms like profit sharing, improved working environments, and better tools. Steve emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the benefits promised to employees are actually realized to foster a positive attitude toward change. The episode concludes with an invitation for small business owners to share their experiences with change management to shape an upcoming comprehensive online program.
00:00 Introduction: The Myth of 'Change is Hard'
00:51 Welcome to Business Beyond DIY
01:50 Why Do We Perceive Change as Hard?
04:05 The Necessity of Change in Business
04:52 Overcoming Resistance to Change
07:07 Motivating Employees for Change
09:10 Creating a Supportive Work Environment
10:06 Implementing Effective Change Processes
12:57 Training and Leadership Development
15:54 Conclusion and Call to Action
Participate in my anonymous small business process improvement survey!
http://nocobc.link/nocobc001smbchange
Reference
6 Reasons Why Change Management Fails and How To Avoid Them
Prosci
https://www.prosci.com/blog/why-change-management-fails
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