How are you adjusting to the mandatory timeline on your Facebook page? I found it interesting to see the various ways that people handled it. There were two distinct extremes – those who jumped right in and those who resisted until the very end. Most of us fell somewhere in the middle. Let’s face it, we get in our comfort zone and like for things to stay the same. Here are 10 tips for embracing change (of any kind) since it’s clear that changes will continue to accelerate in the future especially in the technical arena.
1. Stay open
How do you respond when you facing change? Do you retreat and close yourself off or do you stay open and ready to move forward.
2. Research reasons for change
This can be a tough one because often we are not given the reasons for a change. When possible, ask the question. When leading through change keep in mind that research shows that letting others know the “because” of why something is happening increases their cooperation from 60 – 94 percent. (Ellen Langer)
3. Resist complaining about the negatives
Now this is really a tough one. We are always looking for ways to connect. With how many strangers have you talked about the awful weather? Avoid connecting on the negative implications of the change because that starts a pessimistic, hopeless way of thinking.
4. Explore benefits of change
Open your mind to the possibilities that may be hiding behind the inconvenience of change. If nothing else, you are remaining flexible as you find out more details about the change.
5. Find workarounds for the negatives
Creativity flows from solving problems. Take a step back and look at the negatives. See if others have come up with a workaround and if there isn’t, figure one out.
6. Share the benefits with others
Begin to share the benefits of the change. Be known for your positive approach to changes and not the outspoken critic of anything new.
7. Make the change before you have to
Stop procrastinating and dreading the change. Go ahead with it. It’s never as bad as you think it will be.
8. Show someone else how to do it
Once you’ve made the change, look around to see if there is someone who was where you were just a few days ago. Encourage them to make the change or, better yet, show them how easy it is to do.
9. Adjust to the new ‘normal’
In the first few days, the change will seem unfamiliar and awkward. Resist the urge to complain. It won’t take you long to get used to it.
10. Look for business opportunities
There are hidden opportunities that those who are resistant to change will ignore. What changes are happening in your industry or world? If you follow these steps you will quickly become an expert and authority. It’s not that hard, yet you will need to get out of your comfort zone. That’s what successful entrepreneurs do well.
What changes are you going to embrace this week?
Karen Sebastian is a serial entrepreneur who wants to help you succeed in your business. Please email her at hopepreneurs@gmail.com if you would like to book her as a speaker or want one-on-one coaching. Subscribe to this blog for more inspiration on how to become a HOPEpreneur.
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