Exploring the Emotions of Change and Ideas for Accepting Change - PowerPoint Presentation

1. Exploring the Emotions of Change and Ideas for Accepting ChangeTeam Leadership

2. Leader & Team Outcome (We) – Confidence in the Future Team leaders have the responsibility to be the connection (eyes and ears) between the organization and its team members. Team members need to feel comfortable that the company in which they are investing their mind, body, and spirit will be around to support them in the future. Open communications and confidence in the future is particularly important during times of change, when employees are experiencing uncertainty in their work environment.Activity Goal – Help teams explore the thoughts and feelings that come with change and brainstorm ideas around how to accept change. This activity along with your strengths and StandOut roles may help you achieve this outcome on Confidence in the Future. Name of Activity – Exploring the Emotions of Change and Ideas for Accepting ChangeFacilitator Skill Level – Medium, no specific skills required, anyone can facilitatePrep Time – 15 minutes to read through# of team members – Any number Target Audience – Team leader and membersSeating/Grouping Requirements – No need to groupDuration of Exercise – 30 min (depends on group size)Virtual/In-person Delivery – Both Materials Needed – NoneWhat Do Team Members Need to Do? – Make changes in their surroundings and have an open minded discussion.Facilitator/Team Leader Instructions

3. The concept of change can be unsettling. Many of us would prefer to shy away from changes no matter whether they are big or small whether in our personal lives or our professional lives. Change is a part of our world at Cisco. Leadership changes, organizational changes, and business changes make up our dynamic workplace. Such changes typically involve transitioning to new ways of workingSometimes changes realign people, processes and technology seamlessly to new strategic objectives. However, many a time changes are intimidating and stressful, mostly because of the uncertainty often associated with new situations. The only thing that is permanent is “change”, so if we prepare adequately we can help ourselves and others accept change with minimal disruption.In this activity, you will explore:Feelings and emotions that come with changeIdeas that help you handle change betterOverview

4. How did it feel to be asked to make changes?What is exciting to you about this?What about this change concerned you?If you could do anything you wanted, what would you do?Does that energize you?How do you ensure joy in your work?What is the one thing you can do to make it easier for you and people around you to accept change?Group Discussion

5. Some Ideas for ActionView change as an opportunity, be open to possibilities even though you might not be currently happy.Maintain a positive attitude. Think about how you can best leverage your strengths and experiences to maximize your new role. Continue to network, stay connected with your previous co-workers , communicate with your new teammatesMake yourself part of the change by adopting an attitude of anticipation and excitementRecognize that change is constant, change will happen whether you like it or not Allow time to adjust, replace fearful thoughts with something positive.Continue to do your work and see the big picture. Avoid overthinking things. Think about the story you are telling yourself and let it go.Chose to enjoy life. Take care of yourself.

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