Assignment:
According to theorists, one of the most important skills required in a leader is the ability to lead change in an organization. However, resistance to change is one of the most common group behaviors that are visible in almost all organizations.
As a potential leader in the field of criminal justice, you must examine the psychological processes involved in change initiatives, the role of the leader in such efforts, and implications for the organization as a whole.
There are different stages of subordinates' responses in reaction to change in an organization. How do you think an effective leader should deal with each of these different stages?
What are the three main differences in the primary and secondary ways in which a leader can influence organizational culture? Please provide reasons for your choice.
How can a leader in a criminal-justice agency develop a vision for change? Formulate brief guidelines for developing a vision and implementing that change.
Criminal-justice agencies follow procedures rigidly. How can you turn these agencies into organizations that adapt and learn in a dynamic environment so that they can perform with greater efficiency?
Analyze and compare the following pairs of factors that are sources of subordinates' resistance to change in an organization. Isolate the factors that you consider the most important:
- Beliefs about necessity and feasibility of change
- Economic threats and loss of power
- Resentment and threats to values
- Provide a rationale for your answers.
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