Lot’s of time we see that people are always resisting the changes and even
if they agree for a changes they will not be fully convened with it until and unless they get some quick results out of the new changes. The main reason of this is that, We sometimes have so much strong feel about something that we never want to be diverted from that position and we become invariable in that situation. But if we look behind we will find a lot’s of things that we did has resulted oppositely to what we thought of and even when we were advised by somebody we never took care of it and go on and go forth without thinking even a second on it. For an example, we can see in today’s business world itself, who are the big giants here? Who have gained a name? Who are the biggest contributors in this world?
If we look at the history of each and every one of those guys we can for sure find out that they at some time or the other in there life have took some decisions, have made some changes in there way of thinking and gained a lot out of that not only for their good but for the good of society as well. And if I would like to quote some of the cases then we have the live examples of Microsoft, Reliance Group, Tata, Birla, Wipro and thousands of names like that.
So it is a proven fact that changes are due to come and until we change the ways of thinking with the passing of time and with the changing environment we will remain in a gambit where we our-self will not know that why we are here.
Now when we are talking about changes there are certain principles, which define change and also explains what is the need and what are the affects of changes. So let us have a look at them
principle 1
“Be alert for the first signs of change.”
Change descends on every One equally. It is just that some realize it faster. Some changes are sudden but many others are gradual. While sudden changes get attention because they are dramatic, it is the gradual changes that are ignored till it is too late. You must have all heard of story of the frog in boiling water. If the temperature of the water is suddenly increased, the frog realizes it and jumps out of the water. But if the temperature is very slowly increased, one degree at a time, the frog does not realize it till it boils to death. You must develop your own early warning system, which warns you of changes and calls your attention to it. In the case of change, being forewarned is being forearmed.
Principle 2
“Anticipate change even when things are going right."
Most people wait for something to go wrong before they think of change. It is like going to the doctor for a check up only when you are seriously sick or thinking of maintaining your vehicle only when it breaks down. The biggest enemy of future success is past success. When you succeed, you feel that you must be doing something right for it to happen. But when the parameters for success change, doing the same things may or may not continue to lead to success. Guard against complacency all the time. Complacency makes you blind to the early signals from the environment that something is going wrong.
Principle 3
“Always look at the opportunities that change represents.”
Managing change has a lot to go with our own attitude towards it. It is proverbial half-full or half empty glass approach. For every problem that change represents, there is an opportunity lurking in disguise somewhere. It is up to you to spot it before someone else does.
Principle 4
“Do not allow routines to become chains."
For many of us it is like routine that, we have got accustomed to obstruct change. Routines represent our own zones of comfort. There is a sense of predictability about them. They have structured our time and even our thought in a certain way. While routines are useful, do not let them enslave you. Deliberately break out of them from time to time.
Principle 5
“Realize that fear of the unknown is natural.”
With change comes a feeling of insecurity. Many people believe that brave people are not afflicted by this malady. The truth is different. Every one feels the fear of unknown. Courage is not the absence of fear but the ability to manage fear without getting paralyzed. So in sort Feel the fear, but move on regardless.
Principle 6
“Keep renewing yourself.”
This prepares us to anticipate change and be ready for it when it comes. Constantly ask yourself what new skills and competencies will be needed. Begin working on them before it becomes necessary. Somebody will say that formal studies and passing the exams shows that we know the thing but the truth is that Formal education is the beginning of the journey of learning. We can see and normally in youngsters who feel that they have already learnt all there is to learn. But everybody needs to constantly learn about people and how to interact effectively with them. In the world of tomorrow, only those individuals and organizations will succeed who have mastered the art of rapid and on-going learning.
Principle 7
“Surround yourself with people who are open to change."
If you are always in the company of cynics, you will soon find yourself becoming like them. A cynic knows all the reasons why something cannot be done. Instead, spend time with people who have a "can-do" approach. Choose your advisors and mentors correctly. Pessimism is contagious, but then so is enthusiasm. In fact, reasonable optimism can be an amazing force multiplier.
Principle 8
“Play to win..!!"
Playing to win is not the same as cutting corners. When you play to win, you stretch yourself to your maximum and use all your potential. It also helps you to concentrate your energy on what you can influence instead of getting bogged down with the worry of what you cannot change. Do your best and leave the rest.
Principle 9 “Respect yourself. The world will reward you on your successes." Success requires no explanation and failure permits none. But you need to respect yourself enough so that your self-confidence remains intact whether you succeed or fail. If you succeed 90 per cent of the time, you are doing fine. If you are succeeding all the time, you should ask yourself if you are taking enough risks. If you do not take enough risks, you may also be losing out on many opportunities. Think through but take the plunge. If some things do go wrong, learn from them.
This thing can very well be understood with this story, let us have a look at it.
“One day a farmer''s donkey fell down into a well. The animal cried piteously for hours as the farmer tried to figure out what to do. Finally he decided the animal was old and the well needed to be covered up anyway it just wasn''t worth it to retrieve the donkey. He invited all his neighbors to come over and help him. They all grabbed a shovel and begin to shovel dirt into the well. At first, the donkey realized what was happening and cried horribly. Then, to everyone''s amazement he quieted down. A few shovel loads later, the farmer finally looked down the well and was astonished at what he saw. With every shovel of dirt that fell on his back, the donkey was doing some thing amazing. He would shake it off and take a step up. As the farmer''s neighbors continued to shove