How can you prepare your team for change and uncertainty?

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Change and uncertainty are inevitable in today's dynamic and complex world. As a team facilitator, you have a crucial role in helping your team navigate through these challenges and adapt to new situations. In this article, you will learn some practical tips on how to prepare your team for change and uncertainty, based on the principles of team workshop ethics and values.

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1 Assess your team's readiness

Before you introduce any change or uncertainty to your team, you need to assess their current state of readiness. How open are they to new ideas, perspectives, and feedback? How comfortable are they with ambiguity, risk, and experimentation? How aligned are they with the team's vision, goals, and values? You can use various tools and methods to gauge your team's readiness, such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, or self-assessments. Based on your findings, you can tailor your facilitation approach to meet your team's needs and preferences.

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Glenson Toney

Training Coordinator, T&P Cell at St. Joseph Engineering College | Research Scholar, LPU |
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To prepare teams for change and uncertainty, I advocate an "Opportunities, Challenges, and Mitigation" approach. We identify potential hurdles upfront, but acknowledge the possibility of unforeseen issues. In crises, unity is vital—teams must collaborate, embrace discomfort, and adapt. Flexibility becomes key; fostering this value enables the team to confront uncertainty effectively. This proactive mindset equips them to navigate change by prioritizing adaptability and collective problem-solving.

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2 Communicate clearly and transparently

One of the most important aspects of preparing your team for change and uncertainty is to communicate clearly and transparently. You need to explain the rationale, purpose, and benefits of the change or uncertainty, as well as the potential challenges, risks, and trade-offs. You also need to listen to your team's concerns, questions, and suggestions, and address them with empathy and honesty. You can use various channels and formats to communicate with your team, such as emails, newsletters, videos, webinars, or meetings. The key is to be consistent, timely, and respectful in your communication.

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Jennifer Paster Detmer, MBA, CPCC, PCC, ACTC

Executive, Leadership, & Team Certified Coach | High-functioning Team Consultant | Business Strategy, New Product Launch, & Licensing Expert | Leadership, Influence, & Negotiation Educator | Fortune 500 Vaccines Leader
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Communicate what parameters of the change are set and what have flexibility for them to process and/or define their way. By being clear on what's firm, it gives them the space to accept or reject the change (whatever the consequences) and then understand the pieces where they have room to add their own personal touches and plans to it.

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3 Involve your team in the process

Another way to prepare your team for change and uncertainty is to involve them in the process. You can invite your team to co-create, co-design, or co-implement the change or uncertainty, depending on the scope and nature of the situation. You can also solicit their feedback, input, and opinions throughout the process, and incorporate them into your decisions and actions. By involving your team in the process, you can increase their sense of ownership, engagement, and commitment to the change or uncertainty. You can also leverage their diverse skills, knowledge, and perspectives to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the change or uncertainty.

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ELI Gjesdal (cpcc, acc, mm)

?? Leadership enthusiast serving people and organizations / Shaping the future of business growth by infusing values into company culture /Professional Certified Coach /Mentor /Sparringpartner/ Speaker/ Board Candidate
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In my experience it’s a lot about involvement. Empower and involve the individuals. Provide support and coaching them through the processes. Trust is key in these processes.

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Jennifer Paster Detmer, MBA, CPCC, PCC, ACTC

Executive, Leadership, & Team Certified Coach | High-functioning Team Consultant | Business Strategy, New Product Launch, & Licensing Expert | Leadership, Influence, & Negotiation Educator | Fortune 500 Vaccines Leader
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This isn't just "another" way, this is THE way. Be clear on what parameters are being given to your team as firm must-haves and where there is room for them to design and/or impact the process. It's important that your team not only be involved but truly be heard and have a say in what the change is and/or how it is implemented. The absolute worst thing you can do is to "involve" them and have it be only lip service.

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4 Provide support and resources

As a team facilitator, you also need to provide support and resources to your team as they cope with change and uncertainty. You need to acknowledge their emotions, feelings, and reactions, and validate their experiences. You also need to offer them guidance, coaching, mentoring, or counseling, as needed. You can also provide them with tools, materials, training, or information that can help them learn, grow, and adapt to the change or uncertainty. By providing support and resources to your team, you can foster their resilience, confidence, and well-being.

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5 Celebrate and appreciate

Finally, you need to celebrate and appreciate your team as they go through change and uncertainty. You need to recognize their efforts, achievements, and contributions, and express your gratitude and praise. You also need to celebrate their successes, milestones, and learnings, and share them with others. You can use various ways to celebrate and appreciate your team, such as awards, certificates, gifts, parties, or shout-outs. By celebrating and appreciating your team, you can boost their morale, motivation, and satisfaction.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

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