Thursday, October 8, 2009

Why People Fear Organizational Change?

Change within organizations is inevitable. There are several factors and forces for change that companies are faced with on a daily basis. The economy, mergers and acquisitions, changing technology and governmental changes are among the few reasons companies seek change. The problem lies within the people at these companies and the fear they have of organizational change. Below are Dr. Thompson's Top 10 Reasons People Fear Change.

Reason people fear organizational change:
1. Conflict Avoidance
2. Lack of Confidence
3. Insecurities
4. Fear of unknown
5. Fear of Success
6. Fear of Failure
7. Conditioning
8. Poor Work Ethic/Lazy
9. Unmotivated
10. Fear of Job Loss