Tips for Managing Change: Turn Disruption into Growth
Change is inevitable—we can't stop it. However, we can prepare ourselves by building skills to accept and adapt to it.
Here are some tips to help you manage change:
Accept that change is natural part of life - Work on developing a mindset that embraces change—accepting its inevitability helps you mentally prepare to adapt when it happens
View Change as an Opportunity – Maintaining a positive mindset will help you work through uncertainty and see new opportunities.
Be informed – Stay informed about emerging trends and developments that may impact you personally or professionally. This awareness will help you anticipate changes and position yourself to adapt proactively
Embrace continuous learning – Be willing to learn and keep your skills and knowledge fresh and relevant. Learning can include many things such as: on the job training, mentoring, new experiences, reading, self-study and formal education.
Seek other opinions and feedback – Gain insights from others about changes they see coming and how they plan to adapt. Seek different perspectives from your own.
Keep an open mind – Try to be flexible so you can pivot when needed. Be willing to let go of “old ways” and try new ones.
Be innovative – Experiment and try new ways of doing things. Look for better ways.
Prioritise your wellbeing – Good wellbeing provides a solid foundation for navigating change and building resilience.
Reflect regularly – Reflect on what is working and what is not. Reflect on how you are responding to change and identify what actions you could take to improve your response.
Have support – develop a network of people with a growth mindset that can support you when you face uncertainty and challenges.
Plan ahead – Develop strategies for potential future changes to avoid surprises and significant unexpected impacts. Effective planning enables you to make smaller, gradual adjustments over time, rather than being forced into large, unplanned changes