Originally published April 2020. Updated November 26, 2025.
Change is constant. The difference between stress and success often lies in how we adapt.
Change in modern work
Every organisation says it wants to be agile, but agility starts with mindset, not process. Change brings resistance, and resistance brings growth opportunities.
How we respond to it determines our success. Studies by McKinsey show that 70 percent of organisational change efforts fail because of human resistance, not poor strategy.
Managers who understand the emotional side of change: fear, fatigue, identity, are far more effective at guiding teams through it.
Adaptability isn’t about speed; it’s about staying grounded while evolving.
Ask yourself:
- How do I respond to change — reactively or reflectively?
- Do I create space for my team to process and adapt?
- Am I leading by example or waiting for permission?
Using the Lupa Lens: Plan
In the Plan phase of the LUPA Method, change leadership means balancing awareness with adaptability.
Managers must set a steady direction while staying open to course correction.
A reflection for 2025
The world of work is shifting faster than ever, from AI to new regulations to evolving employee expectations. Successful managers are not those who resist change, but those who remain curious in the face of it.
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