Marry K

Why Do Some Employees Resist Change?

Business - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

8 $

May. 18 Mon , 09:00 USA

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Description

In this session, we will talk about why some employees resist change in the workplace. You will learn common reasons such as fear of the unknown, lack of skills, comfort with routine, and poor communication from management. We will also explore how change can affect employees emotionally and professionally. By the end of the session, you will be able to understand different attitudes toward change and use simple English to explain opinions and workplace situations.

Session Activities

1: What is the biggest change you have experienced in your life?

2: How do you feel when your teacher changes something in class?

3: Have you ever resisted a change? What happened?

1: A company introduces a new computer system, but many employees refuse to use it. What should management do?

2: Your coworker is stressed because the company changed their working schedule. How would you help them?

3: Employees are unhappy because they were not consulted before a big change. What problems can this cause?

4: Employees are unhappy because they were not consulted before a big change. What problems can this cause?

5: A team member keeps doing tasks the old way even after training. What should their supervisor do?

6: A company changes its work process, but productivity drops. What could be the reason?

7: Employees are afraid that new technology will replace their jobs. How can management reduce this fear?

Fear of the unknown

feeling worried about new or unclear situations

Break the mold

do something in a new and different way

Be set in your ways

not willing to change your habits

Old habits die hard

it is difficult to stop doing familiar things

Get ready for an engaging 10 minutes where you'll receive valuable feedback from your tutor regarding vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar mistakes

Rules

Be kind and respectful to everyone.

No flirting! If someone doesn’t want to share their social media or phone number, respect their choice.

Let everyone have a chance to speak.

Please avoid smoking or drinking while talking.

Keep your camera on at all times.

Note: If you break any of these rules, you may be banned