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#12 Immunity to Change with Lisa Lahey

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Nov 19, 2018
Lisa Lahey, a faculty member at Harvard Graduate School, talks about immunity to change. She explains how conflicting goals can keep individuals stuck. Teams also face immunity, hindering progress despite motivation. Overcoming immunity involves recognizing and addressing internal conflicts.
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INSIGHT

Understanding Immunity to Change

  • Immunity to change occurs when part of us pushes towards a goal while another part subconsciously opposes it.
  • This conflict acts like having one foot on the gas and one on the brake, keeping us stuck in the status quo.
ANECDOTE

Delegation Example of Immunity

  • A person wanting to delegate better may also fear losing status or facing difficult conversations.
  • This inner conflict prevents them from fully embracing delegation despite good intentions.
INSIGHT

How Teams Develop Immunity

  • Teams develop immunity to change like individuals, often desiring collaboration but protecting siloed status.
  • This desire preserves individual high profiles, keeping teams stuck despite their intention to change.
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