9 Stages Of Transformational Change

Teams resist shifts. Leaders feel stuck.

Many clients come to me to help them create a path forward for change, but often when it has already gone off the rails.

Here’s why that happens and how to move forward.

Leaders often misunderstand the emotional stages of change, leading to ineffective management of team transitions.

This resistance during organizational changes stems from:

• Lack of awareness about change psychology.
• Misinterpreting employee reactions.
• Rushing the process.

The result?
↳ Stalled progress and team discord.

So, instead of intensifying opposition and slowing adaptation by:

→ Increasing communication.
→ Offering incentives.
→ Setting strict deadlines.

Focus on these five steps:

1. Recognize the 9 stages of change.
2. Allow time for emotional processing.
3. Provide targeted support at each stage.
4. Create a safe space for concerns.
5. Lead by example, showing vulnerability.

People won’t back a change if they doubt they can handle it.

As a leader, your role isn’t to force them through the change,

but to boost their confidence so they can navigate the change on their own.