Causes of Resistance to Change (Kotter & Schlesinger)

• What is a common challenge when implementing a change management strategy?

  Resistance to the proposed change
• What did Kotter and Schlesinger identify as a reason for resistance to change?

  Four main reasons for resistance
• What are the four main reasons for resistance to change identified by Kotter and Schlesinger?

  • Self-interest
  • Inertia and low tolerance to change
  • Different assessment of the situation
  • Misinformation or misunderstanding
• What does self-interest refer to in the context of resistance to change?

  Perceived threat to job or financial position
• Why does self-interest lead to resistance during change?

  It creates uncertainty about job security
• What is inertia in the context of organizational change?

  A preference to maintain the status quo
• How does past experience with change affect resistance?

  It can lower tolerance for further change
• What does "different assessment of the situation" mean in terms of resistance?

  Disagreement on the need and strategy for change
• How can misinformation contribute to resistance to change?

  It leads to misunderstanding the reasons for change
• What is a common failure in communication during change management?

  Poor communication between management and employees
• What are the four causes of resistance to change according to Kotter and Schlesinger?

  1. Self-interest
  2. Inertia and low tolerance to change
  3. Different assessment of the situation
  4. Misinformation or misunderstanding
• What is the focus of Kotter and Schlesinger's research?

  Causes of resistance to change
• What is the implication of resistance to change for organizations?

  It complicates the implementation of change
• How might multiple reasons for resistance manifest in an organization?

  More than one reason can occur simultaneously