Question

This question definitely brings back information we studied at the start of class. Change is stressful for many people, especially at work. Communication plays a big factor here. What are some ways we can better help employees understand change and why change is needed? How can kindness and understanding play a big role here?

• Full participation points for this topic includes a thorough (150-250 words) response

Answer 1

Change in an organisation means the movement from one state of affairs to another.It refers to the modification or transformation of the organisation's structure, process or culture.this change will defenetly have an impact on the way work is performed and significant effects on staff.Organisational changes such as restructring,budgetary modification,new human resource system or new leadership can lead to employees who are overly stressed,have less trust in their employers and have a greater desire to find new jobs.While change involves making things different,planned change is both pro-active and purposeful so one way to make change in the organistaion is by adapting planned change strategy.The goals of planned change can improve ability of the organisation to adapt changes in its environment.

Companies may attempt to reduce the negative consequences of change by providing wellness programs,goal setting increased communication,and employee involvement.The employees must feel involved in the change.Involvement creates committment.Nothing else are significant during a change process.Clear communication of the vision,mission and the objectives of the change is necessary for the employees to understand the effects of change.Managers should understand that effective communication is the key to implement change and make it a success.It helps the employees get involved in the change,helping them feel empowered to commit and engage in the desired change.Communicating the change clearly and consistently will ensure every employees across the organisation understands what is happening.Once employees understand,they can accept.Once they accept,they can adopt.

The employers should communicate the reasons for change openly and honestly.It must be from the top to down.And also the employers should explain how the change will affect them.Employees want to know what the change will mean to them personally and professionaly.Employers should detail the general change process.They should give employees the step by step plan for what is going to happen and when.Give employees a chanve to digest the information,ask questions and raise concerns.Employing compassion helps in understanding why people behaving as they do,accomodate the reaction,addressing the reasons and open the way to adjust with organisational change.