“When the student is ready, the teacher will appear”
Buddhist proverb
The most effective way to lead and mentor, is when the student is wanting or asking. An inherent problem occurs when you are mentoring or leading groups (such as in a corporation). Often times a company, division or department will adopt a new process or software life cycle method without regard to the culture or readiness of the employees. This creates a frustrating and possibly a “no-Win” position for anyone responsible for auditing or managing this process change.
Sometimes when people are having trouble with change, it is because they are not ready for the change. Forcing them in a direction that they are not ready for is more difficult than merely allowing them the time to adjust and continue to lead them in that direction. Allowing and recognizing the stages of acceptance are also important (see 10 Tips for dealing with change in the workplace for more information).
Some additional points to consider when leading folks toward a new culture, development lifecycle method or process:
- Acknowledge that it isn’t your responsibility to ‘force’ everyone to adapt to the change.
- Share reason for the process change
- Celebrate even the smallest process successes.
- Ask for help
- Lead by example
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www.lauraleerose.com/5 Tips for managing process change in the workplace.pdf