Managing Organizational Change

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Which of the following forces behind change primarily focuses on statistical data related to a specific population within a defined area?

  • Demographics (correct)
  • Environmental
  • Economic
  • Technological

Resistance to change is solely based on logical reasoning and rational analysis of potential disadvantages.

False (B)

Describe a strategy that could be implemented to proactively mitigate resistance to change.

One effective strategy is to foster a climate of trust within the organization. This enables open communication and ensures that there is consistent support for the changes in order to address any concerns the individuals may have.

___________ are subjective opinions that can be influenced by external factors, differing from objective truths.

<p>Beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each term with its correct association:

<p>Facts = Objective and verifiable information Beliefs = Subjective opinions influenced by external factors Values = Principles guiding ethical behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of organizational culture represents deeply ingrained values and beliefs that are often taken for granted within the organization?

<p>Assumptions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Organizational culture primarily impacts external stakeholder relations but has minimal influence on internal employee behavior.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how organizational culture helps team members adjust spiritually.

<p>Organizational culture serves as a recovery tool by enabling spiritual adjustment by enabling a sense of normalcy and support, aiding in emotional and mental well-being, allowing team members to feel like they are part of something bigger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

_____, enacted in 1972, mandates equal access to education, including athletics, irrespective of gender.

<p>Title IX</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the concept with its correct details:

<p>Title IX = Requires equal access to education, including athletics, for women Diversity = Key to hiring the right people</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a learning organization?

<p>Adapting and changing to increase customer value (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Increased knowledge within a learning organization primarily leads to enhanced operational efficiency, with minimal impact on innovation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the critical role of HR in a learning organization.

<p>HR plays a crucial role in hiring individuals with the appropriate skills and mindset, as well as fostering diversity within the organization. The best practice would be to facilitate training and development to promote continuous skills growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

____ analysis is an organization development intervention that helps analyze the driving and restraining forces affecting a change situation.

<p>Force field</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each organization development (OD) intervention with its primary focus:

<p>Training &amp; Development = Enhancing employee skills and knowledge Survey Feedback = Gathering data to inform organizational improvements Job Design = Optimizing work processes and responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the initial climate-building step in team building?

<p>Establishing trust, support, and openness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The structure and team dynamics evaluation phase of team building focuses primarily on assessing individual performance metrics rather than team interaction patterns.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the method for identifying problems in the third step of team building.

<p>Problem Identification entails conducting interviews with tea members and incorporating feedback surveys to pinpoint precise areas of concern, enabling subsequent targeted problem-solving efforts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the problem-solving step of team building, the team proactively develops a solution in order of _________.

<p>Priorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each step of team building with its corresponding activity:

<p>Climate building = Establish trust and support among members Problem solving = Develop solutions in order of priorities Closure = Commit to improve performance and follow up</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Forces Behind Change

Forces that drive change: Environmental, Economical, Social, Demographics and Technological. Variables of change help anticipate and predict change.

Why People Resist Change

People resist change due to uncertainty, inconvenience, threatened self-interest, fear of loss, and lack of control.

Overcoming Resistance to Change

Overcome resistance by building trust, planning changes, explaining the need, creating win-win situations, and involving people with support.

Facts

Objective and verifiable statements.

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Beliefs

Subjective opinions shaped by others, can't be proven.

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Values

Principles or standards considered worthwhile or important.

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Organizational Culture

Shared values, beliefs, and standards for acceptable behavior within an organization.

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Title IX

Equal access to education, including athletics, for women.

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Learning Organization

An organization that continuously learns, adapts, and changes to enhance customer value.

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Organization Development Interventions

Training & Development, force field analysis, survey feedback, Grid OD, sensitivity training, process consultation, job design, direct feedback.

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Team Building (6 steps)

  1. Climate building and goals 2. Structure and team dynamics evaluation 3. Problem Identification 4. Problem solving 5. Training 6. Closure
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Study Notes

  • Change is influenced by environmental factors (both internal and external), economic conditions, social norms and culture, demographics (target market, population), and technological advancements.
  • Anticipating and predicting change is crucial for proactively shaping or adequately preparing for it. Variables of change enable you to plan and mitigate issues before they arise.

Why People Resist Change

  • Uncertainty breeds fear, and inconvenience can be off-putting.
  • Perceived threats to self-interest and fear of loss contribute to resistance.
  • A lack of control exacerbates resistance to change.

Overcoming Resistance (PROMOTE LEARNERS)

  • Foster a climate of trust.
  • Develop a comprehensive change plan.
  • Clearly communicate the need for change and its impact on individuals.
  • Aim for win-win situations.
  • Involve people in the process and provide ample support.

Fact, Belief, and Value Identification

  • Facts are objective and can be proven.
  • Beliefs are subjective opinions that cannot be proven and are influenced by external factors.
  • Values are what individuals deem worth pursuing, guiding ethical behavior and decisions.
  • Values often take precedence over facts in decision-making.

Importance of Culture

  • Organizational culture encompasses shared values, beliefs, and standards that dictate acceptable behavior.
  • Understanding organizational culture is pivotal for comprehending its functioning and fitting in.
  • Assumptions are deeply ingrained values and beliefs that are accepted without question.

Culture Component Functions

  • Instructing people, constructing standards, recovery, spiritual adjustment.
  • Meeting psychological and social demands

Importance of Diversity

  • Title IX of the Amendments to the Higher Education Act, passed in 1972, mandates equal access to education, including athletics, for women.
  • Consequently, the number of women participating in college sports has surged from 32,000 to approximately 163,000.

Learning Organization

  • A learning organization can adapt and change with its environment to continuously improve customer value.
  • It leads to increased knowledge, fostering creativity and innovative action.
  • Human resources is key- Hiring the right people and promoting diversity are essential elements.

Organization Development (OD) Interventions

  • Training and development programs
  • Force field analysis
  • Survey feedback
  • Grid OD
  • Sensitivity training
  • Process consultation
  • Job design
  • Direct feedback

Steps of Team Building

  • Climate building and goal setting: establish trust, support, and openness.
  • Structure and team dynamics evaluation: improve work processes and collaboration by evaluating strengths and weaknesses.
  • Problem identification: use interviews and surveys to pinpoint problems.
  • Problem solving: develop proactive solutions based on priority.
  • Training: address the group's problems through targeted training.
  • Closure: summarize accomplishments, commit to performance improvement, and assign follow-up tasks.

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