Is it possible to anticipate change as you envision the next season of life? Do you constantly feel like you’re grinding gears in the face of difficult transitions?

Is it possible to anticipate change as you envision the next season of life?

Fortunately, the answer is yes, no matter how murky the future sometimes appears. Anticipation is basically proactive thinking — preparing for what might be around the bend. This preparation causes you to be aware and ready for changes and to respond to them appropriately. Having the proper response to a real life situation causes you to be more effective in the moment of change and to manage your emotions properly instead of reactively.

Here are a few things to consider when facing the changes that might come with the next season of life:

Think about the big changes that will occur within the family.
Understand where the organization or team is heading in this next season.
Know yourself to lead yourself.

Learn to Transition Well

Think Ahead — Being proactive is the ability to think about the possible ramifications for Action A vs. Action B as it relates to those you lead.

Keep Communication Consistent — Employees and stakeholders alike appreciate clear, concise, and continuous communication.

Address Negatives With Clarity — People want to know the consequences of negative changes ahead of time rather than being kept in the dark.

Learn to Shift — The art of transition actually comes from the ability to move your mind fluidly from one activity to the next while maintaining focus and composure.

How about you?

Do you abhor change or run to it? Do you know how to help your team or your family to transition into the change appropriately?

The best leaders will calibrate the right levels of support and challenge to ensure the team handles transitions as effectively and healthily as possible.

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