Cresting the curve

Undergoing a restructuring? Facing redundancy, or even an unexpected promotion? Life is full of ups and downs, but there are ways to smooth the bumps. Here are some ways to ride the wave of change.

Don’t kid yourself . When bad news strikes, try not to deny its effects – for example: “It doesn’t matter; I was planning to leave anyway”. Fooling ourselves that we have accepted the change only delays recovery. Recognise how you feel and plan to move forward.
 

Language does not simply reflect what is going on in organisational life: it also influences what people think and what they do

Linda Holbeche, director of the Holbeche Partnership and visiting professor of HRM/OD at Cass Business School