Being a champion for change is challenging. My kids tease me regarding how I type. When I went to high school typing class was not a requirement, so I requested to attend wood shop. Many years have passed and I’m still pecking on the keyboard. As far as carpentry, a few years ago I almost cut off my pinky finger on a miter saw. I just wasn’t aware that typing class would improve my efficiency and make my life a little easier. I’m using a program to improve my typing capabilities. However, it is a struggle to change from my old habits. I’m trying to setup properly on the keyboard before I start typing. I have experienced small improvements over the lasts few weeks. I’m convinced that I can make a permanent change, but I need to put in more time to form new habits. As leaders, we need to be aware of what changes we need to make in our own behavior in order to be better leaders. If we step to the left to view the current situation, will we see a brand new perspective? How do we expect to drive change within the organization if our behavior remains the same?
Below are a few thoughts to keep in mind when going through a time of change.
1. Recognize what is and what is not working for you or your organization
2. Collect data from your team or organization to assist in supporting the change initiative
3. Break free from the current rules that are impeding your growth
4. Create a safe environment to foster candid conversations
5. Recognize and affirm the benefits of change
“A very slight change in our habits is sufficient to destroy our sense of our daily reality, and the reality of the world about us; the moment we pass out of our habits we lose all sense of permanency and routine” -George Moore
