In order to keep up with the fast paced world, organizations and individuals need to be able to effectively adapt to change (Ng Choi, & Rashad 2015). Change is constant, and must be managed in a way that will ensure the benefits of change are achieved. Most people resist change because of uncertainty and loss of control, but there are many beneficial lesson that can be learned by individuals and organizations through life’s uncertainty.
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Risk and uncertainty is a part of everyday life; people must be willing to embrace ambiguity in order to move through life with freedom and confidence (Herrmann, & Nadkarni, 2014). Openness to experiences promotes risk taking and a strong inclination to change (McCrae and Costa, 1997). Through the change lessons offered in Module 1, I have been able to identify how my personal experiences have shaped my outlook on change, and my future decisions.
References
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