Change is constant, but its process can trigger intense and challenging emotions, such as anxiety and resistance, which impact productivity and organizational climate. For effective change management, it is essential to recognize and address these emotions.
Here are some best practices to promote an emotionally effective approach:
- Active Listening: Create an environment where employees can freely express their concerns. Active listening sessions reduce resistance and help identify critical points during the transition. Leaders who listen without judgment demonstrate empathy and create a safe space, fostering a more inclusive environment.
- Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: Emotionally intelligent leaders are able to identify and appropriately respond to their team’s emotions, making it easier to adapt to change. Companies that invest in developing this skill can achieve up to 20% higher performance, as emotionally intelligent leaders help minimize the negative impact of transitions.
How to Implement an Emotional Approach?
Training: Invest in development programs to help leaders build emotional intelligence skills.
Transparent Communication: Maintain clear and continuous communication about the change process to reduce uncertainty.
Ongoing Support: Provide support throughout the entire transition to strengthen trust and engagement.
At Salt, we help companies lead change with empathy and emotional intelligence, turning adaptability and well-being into competitive advantages.
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