Change Without Pain

Eric Abrahamson

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The author provides a refreshingly non-revolutionary approach to change based on ten years of research that shows how transitions can be effective, cost-efficient, and painless. In this powerful and refreshing book, he outlines a positive new approach to change called "creative recombination." Rather than obliterating and then reinventing anew the change approach advocated by most gurus and "experts" over the last twenty years creative recombination seeks sustainable, repeatable transformation by using the firm's existing resources more wisely.

Abrahamson identifies five key elements that every company has people, structures, culture, processes, and networks and offers a broad toolkit of techniques for recombining, reusing, and redeploying these resources to achieve smoother, more cost-efficient, less painful organizational change.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Incremental Change: The book advocates for making small, incremental changes rather than large, disruptive ones, as this can help minimize resistance and improve the chances of success.

  2. Communication: Effective communication is essential when implementing change, as it helps keep employees informed and engaged in the process.

  3. Employee Involvement: Involving employees in the change process can help build buy-in and make them more receptive to the changes being made.

  4. Flexibility: Organizations should be flexible and willing to adapt their plans as needed based on feedback and changing circumstances.

  5. Training and Development: Providing training and development opportunities can help employees develop the skills they need to succeed in a changing environment.

  6. Leadership: Strong leadership is crucial when implementing change, as leaders can help inspire and motivate employees to embrace the changes being made.

  7. Feedback Mechanisms: Establishing feedback mechanisms can help organizations gather input from employees and make adjustments to their change initiatives as needed.

  8. Celebrate Successes: Recognizing and celebrating successes along the way can help maintain momentum and morale during the change process.

  9. Manage Resistance: It's important to anticipate and address resistance to change, as this can help prevent it from derailing the change initiative.

  10. Evaluate and Learn: After implementing changes, organizations should evaluate their impact and learn from the experience to improve future change efforts.

Language English
ISBN-10 157851827X
ISBN-13 9781578518272
No of pages 218
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Harvard Business School Publishing
Published Date 12 Apr 2003

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Author : Eric Abrahamson

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