Discussion Post

Question description

Below are 6 discussion questions. Each questions need at least one reference and be at least 250-300 words.

1. What types of obstacles/objections do leaders face from stakeholders when implementing change within an organization? What strategies can leaders use to work with stakeholders, remove obstacles, and address objections?
2. Describe an ethical dilemma that you experienced, or have witnessed in a change leader, when attempting to initiate change. How was the ethical dilemma resolved? What can a change leader use to guide decision making when faced with an ethical dilemma?
3. Discuss the importance of identifying and acknowledging short-term wins during change. What types of short-term wins are most meaningful? Why?
4. During a change initiative, what can organizations use to identify or verify truly objective and measurable success? What does your organization utilize to measure its level of success?
5. Consider an organization in your field or industry. Describe the essential systems necessary to facilitate continuous change without compromising quality or causing burnout among employees. Describe three factors to consider when making sure that the changes made become permanently imbedded in the organization’s culture.
6. What is your reaction to change in your personal history? What personal tools do you implement to help yourself navigate change?