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Episode 36 | Managing Change at Work

by Niamh Moynihan on
Change

Episode Summary

Change happens constantly in the workplace—new leadership, changing strategies, team reshuffling, or shifts in your own role.

In this episode, Niamh Moynihan offers a simple method to help you understand and respond to change. Instead of feeling carried along by events, this approach lets you see what’s happening, understand how it affects you, and decide on the next steps.

Key Takeaways:

Change Affects Everyone Differently:

  • Each person’s role, circumstances, and personal life shape how they respond.
  • Feeling more worried or stressed than others doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.

Clarify What’s Changing:

  • Ask: What is changing? Identify what’s shifting and what stays the same.
  • Ask: Where’s the impact? Consider if it affects your workload, finances, or well-being.
  • Ask: When is it happening? Know if it’s immediate, gradual, or scheduled for later.
  • Ask: Who triggered it? Understanding if it’s self-initiated or led by management can help you accept your feelings about the change more easily.
  • Ask: Why is it happening? Knowing the reason behind the change may offer perspective.

Focus on What You Know:

  • Separate what’s certain from what’s unclear.
  • Avoid guessing worst-case scenarios.
  • Identify any unanswered questions and consider how you can get more information.

Take Action:

  • With a clearer view, you can choose a small step—ask for details, adjust your tasks, or speak to someone who can help.
  • Small actions can make you feel more in control.

Seek Support:

  • Talk to colleagues, friends, or family to gain another perspective.
  • If you are not comfortable talking to others, write down your thoughts and review them later.

Practical Tips from the Episode:

  • Use simple questions to break down the change and learn what you can.
  • Replace speculation with facts, then find ways to fill knowledge gaps.
  • Even small actions—like asking one question or rearranging a few tasks—can improve how you handle the situation.
  • Don’t hesitate to reach out to someone or jot down your thoughts if you feel uncertain or stressed.

If this episode helped you, please share it with a friend or colleague who might be dealing with changes at work. Until next time, stay well and have a better workday!

 

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