Your team is struggling to adapt to changes in the workplace. What can you do to help them?

Change is never easy! Open communication is key. Providing context on the reasons for change and giving space for questions helps quell uncertainty. I also try to identify people who are embracing the changes and leverage them as champions. And acknowledging that productivity may temporarily dip as people adjust is important too. My priority is making sure no one feels alone in the process. Checking in 1:1, reiterating that we’re in it together, and welcoming ideas keeps morale intact. Most importantly, I’ve learned change is ongoing. Helping teams develop adaptability as a skillset sets us up for future success.

Helping employees to understand the how and the why will help to align employees and garner support to reach the goals of the company.

As a manager, there are several steps I can take. Firstly, I will communicate regularly and transparently about changes to policies, procedures and how they may impact the team's work. Secondly, I'll provide support and resources required by my team. I will facilitate feedback sessions and acknowledge my team's concerns and frustrations. I would model a positive attitude and behaviour and lead by example. By adopting these strategies, I can create a positive environment and work culture that fosters collective adaptation to changes. This could increase team morale, productivity, and encourage teamwork.

First learn the root cause. There may be a long pending and deep routed issue. Fix that. Also see the percentage of the team not on your side and try to win them over

Proper training can help employees feel prepared for the new way of working and this will help team see the positive aspects and opportunities of the change.

Involving teams in change makes all the difference in my experience. Provides ownership, engagement, and allows the ones driving the change also to incorporate invaluable inputs from the team.

If you want to make major changes in a work environment the easiest step is to start with the leader. When the leader embraces the change the people follow with minimal to no resistance

Consider the composition of your team when a change is occurring. Does your team consist of people that find change invigorating? Do you have a number of people that enjoy process and the structure it provides? Most teams will have a mix of both so many methods of moving through change will need to be utilized. Another question to ask is how much change has the team been through recently? Change take mental energy regardless of how someone approaches change. If too much change is implement at once or in a row, it will drain the energy needed to move effectively through the change(s) being implemented.