No matter what kind of change is undertaken there are likely to
be some obstacles. Yet wise leader-managers and those with whom
they work recognize that change is necessary and revitalizing; they
see that planned change can not only contribute to organizational
sustainability but also promote high-quality care and positively
impact patient outcomes. These leader-managers harness a larger
vision and engage in forethought and analysis to minimize and
address barriers to planned change.
Based on what you have learned about the change process and
strategic planning what barriers do you think may arise related to
the change you are proposing through your Course Project? How would
you cultivate stakeholder involvement and promote team building for
your planned change?
As you think about these questions consider the following
statement: The system will evolve based on changes in the behavior
of the people in the system (Nesse Kutcher Wood & Rummans 2010
p. 27).
Do you agree? Why or why not? How does this relate to the
specifics of your strategic plan?
To prepare:
Review the information presented in the Learning Resources
including Dr. Carol Hustons comments on addressing barriers to
implementing a strategic plan change. Consider insights related to
change theory common barriers to change and strategies for
addressing these barriers that relate to the implementation of your
proposed change.
Identify specific barriers you are likely to encounter with
your proposed change including resistance to change. Evaluate
strategies that may be used to minimize or address these barriers.
Think about the value of stakeholder involvement in planned
change as well as the specifics of stakeholder participation in
your strategic plan to champion the change. Who should be involved
in strategic planning and at what point? How could they serve as
change champions?
Post an explanation of strategies you would use to minimize
or address barriers including resistance to change related to your
strategic plan. Explain how you would promote stakeholder
involvement for your proposed change and encourage them to become
change champions.
Read a selection of your colleagues responses.
Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two different
days using one or more of the following approaches:
Provide feedback on their strategies for addressing barriers
to change.
Suggest additional strategies for addressing barriers or
resistance.
Offer additional insights for identifying appropriate
stakeholders.
Suggest additional stakeholders or change champions to be
involved.
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