Why We Love Innovation but Hate Change
“Innovation” = people cheer.“Change” = people cringe. “Innovation” makes people think of progress, strategy, and beating the competition. “Change” often makes people think of struggle, frustration, and having to rebuild something they thought was working just fine to begin with. But innovation can’t happen without change.So we should LOVE change! But why don’t we? When […]
Why the Vast Majority of Companies are Stuck
“But that’s the way we’ve always done it,” the Boss said. So I shut my mouth. But I shouldn’t have. I should have pushed for the change I knew we needed. You’ve probably had that exact same moment: someone on your team says “but it’s always been this way!” and argues that what worked before […]
How to Make Scary Situations a Little Less Scary
When I cracked a joke last week on social media about “ChatPTSD”, my not-so-affectionate nickname for A.I., it seemed to hit a nerve (or a funny bone!) with a lot of people. Everyone got a good chuckle out of it, and lots of people said A.I. gives them the heebie jeebies, too. It dawned on […]
5 Advantages of Accepting Change (Instead of Fighting It)
The easiest way to get on board with change is by recognizing the 5 advantages that change brings.
What Should I Say to My Staff About Upcoming Changes?
Two simple rules of thumb to follow to communicate upcoming changes to your staff and team.
The Risk of Avoiding Change
If you’re avoiding shooting your shot because change feels risky, remind yourself that staying static is risky, too.
What To Do With Colleagues Who Resist Change
These strategies will help change-resistant colleagues navigate transition with a better attitude.
5 Ways To Stay Calm When Getting Terrible News
These 5 actions will help you keep your wits about you and maintain self-control in stressful moments.
3 Signs You’re In Desperate Need of A Change
If you find yourself in one of these three situations, it’s a red flag that change would be good for you.
