Managing Change Resistance
Resistance to change is usually a rational response to a real cost that nobody acknowledged. This course covers diagnosing what people are actually protecting and addressing it rather than trying to overcome it.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Why resistance is usually rational
- 02Diagnosing what people are actually protecting
- 03The practical costs change imposes and acknowledging them
- 04Genuine involvement versus consultation theatre
- 05Informal influencers and working with them
- 06Sustaining change past the initial push
- 07When resistance is telling you the plan is wrong
What you will gain
- Diagnose the specific cause of resistance you face
- Distinguish rational objection from emotional loss
- Involve people early where involvement is genuine
- Address the practical costs change imposes on people
- Work with informal influencers rather than around them
- Recognise when resistance is telling you the plan is wrong
Who should attend
- Managers leading change
- Human resources and change practitioners
- Project managers on business change
- Supervisors implementing new ways of working
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 3 Nov 2026 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 1 to 2 Feb 2027 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 12 to 13 Apr 2027 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 28 to 29 Jun 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Leadership & Management
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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