Start the conversation with your team and take the initiative to be a part of our success. Use the getAbstract “Switch” to get started.
STEP 2
Schedule a team meeting to discuss the questions.
STEP 3
Have a discussion with your team or reflect on the questions.
Discussion Questions:
How do the authors differentiate between what the rider (rational mind) can control and what the elephant (emotional mind) can influence in the process of change?
What are the risks of focusing too much on the rider and neglecting the elephant when trying to implement change?
What strategies can be used to motivate the elephant without overwhelming the rider? Can you share a real-world example where emotional motivation was key to implementing change?
The authors suggest that what looks like resistance is often a lack of clarity. How can leaders provide clarity to facilitate change?
What techniques can organizations use to ensure that changes stick and do not revert to old habits?
Take away:
Get to know your Elephant and your Rider. In almost any context, change can be a complex and challenging thing. It requires clear direction, emotional engagement, and a conducive environment.
“To change someone’s behavior, you’ve got to change that person’s situation.”
