Organizational changes, revolutionary or evolutionary and levels, vary in different organizations. While some similarities are present, the culture, and leadership of an organization can impact the readiness for change. Katombe (2018) explored several change models as a "one size fits all approach" does not work (p.48). To understand the depth and variety of change, Burke (2018) provides a comprehensive summary of levels of organizational change in Table 6.1 to highlight how and when each change would be initiated and a probable cause of resistance. (p. 135-138). Of course, resistance to change must be considered as it is often a barrier that hinders success. Therefore, examining for readiness to change might be the most important factor in initiating and implementing a change endeavor. Alolabi, Ayupp, and Dwaikat (2021) believe that connecting stakeholders with a shared belief in the necessity of change is critical and could increase buy-in. Based on the readings and your research respond to the following questions:
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What factors determine a high readiness or a low readiness for change in an organization?
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Compare Lewin's three phases of change to Gliecher/Beckhard-Harris formula for change, D x V x F > R and share insights on their strength and weakness to address resistance.
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Reflect on your experience and describe an example of resistance to change. In your example, share the level of change and why you believe resistance occurred. Provide specific details.
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As a leader, explain how you would address the resistance to change described in your example
Organizational change is a constant, but readiness varies. We'll explore what makes organizations ready or resistant to change, drawing on factors like leadership, culture, and past experiences.
We'll compare Lewin's phases and the Gliecher/Beckhard-Harris formula to understand their strengths and weaknesses in addressing resistance.
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- Consider your personal schema for handling and managing change. Do you work with a one-size-fits-all approach to change management? To what extent do you adapt your approach to the scale and timing of the change? To your own relative power in the situation? To other context features as identified and related to change management, processual, and contingency approaches?arrow_forwarddiscuss each of the Organizational Change Skills as they apply to your organization (Tesla Inc.) Where are these skills “housed” in terms of the key individuals and groups identified: Delivery team Vendors Influential leaders Impacted peoplearrow_forwardDescribe the interventions presented in the text. Discuss how contingencies related to the change situation affect the design of effective organization development (OD) interventions. Discuss how contingencies related to the target of change affect the design of effective OD interventionsarrow_forward
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