Not everyone resists change in the same way.
Some push back loudly.
Some withdraw.
Others appear to comply, but nothing shifts.
As a leader, your role isn’t to “deal with” resistance. It’s to understand it.
That’s where coaching comes in.
The next time someone resists a change, instead of jumping to solutions, try this coaching frame:
🔹 “What concerns you most about this change?”
🔹 “What do you feel you’re losing in this shift?”
🔹 “What would help you feel more confident moving forward?”
Often, resistance masks a legitimate concern:
➡️ Unmet needs
➡️ Unclear expectations
➡️ Past experiences that weren’t processed
When you meet resistance with curiosity, not control, you create the conditions for trust, ownership and forward movement.
Want to try this but need support?
My Coaching Template is a great place to start.
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