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Change

The Uncertainty of Change

Our ability to adapt to constant change has never been tested quite like it is right now.

We know that the introduction of some significant change can have incite emotional, behavioural and cognitive responses, which will often evolve over time.  And interestingly, some of the responses to Covid are only just starting to emerge now, particularly in relation to team collaboration and engagement.

During the peak of Covid last year, some people reported feeling calmer, less stressed and more relaxed.  They recognised that so much was outside of their control but the pandemic had forced them to slow down, stay home, spend time with family and tackle new tasks and activities.

Others responded completely differently – they felt anxious, trapped, claustrophobic and frustrated that they were forced into a totally different existence.  A year later, and many people are still feeling impacted by the events of last year, recovering from a sense of isolation and loneliness.

There is no question that change brings about different responses in all of us.  In almost all industries but particularly hospitality, societal and environmental change has created significant change to your workplaces as well.  Now – more than ever the saying is true – change is the only constant.

So how do we manage in these turbulent times?

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