According to the 'change formula' (Beckhard and Harris), which response will increase an individual's 'dissatisfaction with the status quo'?

The correct answer is B. Communicate the danger of inaction. Communicating the Danger of Inaction: Highlighting risks of not changing amplifies dissatisfaction with the status quo, creating urgency and driving motivation for change.

Change Models and Frameworks

Question

According to the 'change formula' (Beckhard and Harris), which response will increase an individual's 'dissatisfaction with the status quo'?

Options

AAmend performance targets during the change.
BCommunicate the danger of inaction.
CClarify the steps users need to take.
DFocus on the benefits of the change.

How the community answered

(33 responses)

A
3% (1)
B
82% (27)
C
9% (3)
D
6% (2)

Explanation

Communicating the Danger of Inaction: Highlighting risks of not changing amplifies dissatisfaction with the status quo, creating urgency and driving motivation for change.

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#change formula#dissatisfaction#Beckhard and Harris#resistance

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