Ever rolled out a brilliant new system, expecting excitement, only to get resistance, complaints, or worse—silence? Yep, I’ve been there.

You know the change will make things better, but getting your team on board? That’s the hard part. People naturally resist change—not because they’re difficult, but because uncertainty triggers stress and fear of failure. And here’s the kicker: leading change isn’t just about processes or tech—it’s about leadership.

In this episode, I am delving into why employees resist change and, more importantly, how to turn that resistance into buy-in. I’m sharing my own change-gone-wrong story and breaking down the exact steps to introduce, train, and support your team through transitions—without losing your mind.

If you’re struggling with team resistance or about to implement a big shift, this episode is for you. Let’s turn such frustrations into an opportunity for growth, leadership, and (dare I say it?) a more adaptable and resilient business.

 

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

• Why your team resists change (it’s not just to drive you crazy)
• How to communicate change in a way that gets actual buy-in
• The step-by-step approach to rolling out new systems successfully
• How to create accountability without micromanaging

 

RESOURCES:

• Enroll in Staging Business School Accelerate Track: www.rethinkhomeinteriors.com/accelerate
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• Apply for Private Coaching: www.rethinkhomeinteriors.com/privatecoachingapp
• Follow Lori on Instagram: www.instagram.com/rethinkhome
• Making of a Manager by Julie Zhou
• Growth Cultures by Mary Murphy

If you want to learn how to streamline your operations so you can grow with less stress and burnout in your staging business, enrollment is open for Staging Business School Accelerate Track. I'd love to see you in the classroom!

 

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