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Resistance to Change at Disney

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What is one potential outcome of the changes being proposed by Bob Iger at Disney?

Increased job satisfaction for all employees

Immediate increase in employee numbers

Complete elimination of employee roles

Reduction in operational costs (correct)

Resistance to change at Disney is unlikely because employees trust Bob Iger's leadership.

True

How many years did Bob Iger serve as CEO of Disney before his recent return?

Bob Iger is planning to change the __________ structure at Disney.

organizational Signup and view all the answers

Match the following factors with their effects on resistance to change:

Speed of change = Can create resistance if too fast Communication = Can reduce resistance if well done Organizational size = Can increase resistance Leadership trust = Can decrease resistance Signup and view all the answers

What might cause Disney employees to feel unhappy about the changes?

Changes resulting in redundancies Signup and view all the answers

Bob Iger's reinstatement resulted in a decline in Disney's share prices.

False Signup and view all the answers

What percentage did Disney's share prices rise after Bob Iger's announcement?

9% Signup and view all the answers

Employees may resist change when they are ____________ or do not understand the changes being proposed.

fearful Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of giving employees the opportunity to voice their concerns during the change process?

It helps build trust between employees and management Signup and view all the answers

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Resistance to Change at Disney

Resistance to change occurs when stakeholders fear organizational changes. Bob Iger is implementing changes at Disney.
Disney has over 220,000 employees across various departments. Large size may slow change implementation.
Changes may lead to employee dissatisfaction, particularly if redundancies are involved. Employees dislike changes to familiar practices.
Bob Iger wants to implement changes quickly, which might increase resistance if employees feel unprepared.
Resistance is heightened when employees aren't informed or understand changes. Preemptive communication helps reduce resistance.
Bob Iger's 15 years as CEO provide organizational understanding and trust. Employees welcome his return.
Acknowledging employee creativity and motivations helps reduce resistance.
Disney's stock rose 9% after announcement of Iger's return. This demonstrates investor confidence in his ability to lead change.
Success depends on Iger's ability to motivate employees and align them with his vision. Employee buy-in is vital.

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This quiz explores the dynamics of resistance to organizational change at Disney under Bob Iger's leadership. It examines the impact of employee dissatisfaction, communication, and trust in implementing changes effectively. Understanding how these factors influence change can provide insights into managing resistance in large organizations.