“Change” is not a dirty word

Change has become a six letter dirty word these days as many of us have been subjected to the latest buzz words for describing it such as reorganization, downsizing, outsourcing, and synergy analysis. Although it may go by many different names the feelings are always the same; fear and anxiety. This is the time to decide whether the “Change” controls you negatively or positively.

Remember you can always react negatively, be normal and complain within the crowd. Often when put in this position individuals tend to stop, become depressed and decide to give in since they feel there is no hope.  So much drama but there really isn’t much time to make an impression. Corporate change is going to happen and your reaction is the only thing within your control.

Positively controlling your reaction will separate yourself not only for your management but in your mindset as well. When you start to look at how this new direction can benefit your career, open opportunities or allow you to move on to another company it changes the perspective entirely.  As with anything worth doing right this doesn’t come easily.

Preparing yourself in advance for these type of potential changes will put you in a better position for controlling your reactions when they do come. Do not be fooled as so many in the past have been thinking things corporately will be the same year after year. By advancing your skill set intentionally during the times of stability your company will benefit from a better equipped employee. This also strengthens your worth if downsizing is the chosen course both internally and externally.

Expanding your skill set, network and confidence level to perform in various roles will allow you to look at corporate changes as a vehicle to free yourself from the fears and anxiety others in your organization will endure. It may seem negative to prepare for the worst and hope for the best yet after it is done others will look to you as an example on how to react positively when changes occur in the future.