The Chinese word for change is made up of two symbols, one for uncertainty and the other for opportunity. We must embrace both of these concepts to enable and maneuver through a change. Change is inevitable and can affect every part of our lives. The world continues to spin, and the business climate around us changes. Change can be sought out or forced upon us. As technology and culture change, we are forced into the urgency of change. Because change is different, it can create for us a fear of the unknown. The question in every change is how we will manage that process. In this assignment, you will explore how you have managed a change in your life and possibly gained new insight into how that change has become an opportunity.
Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:
Illustrate the use of personal reflection in addressing and managing change.
Background InformationWe often don’t like change. It feels messy and uncomfortable. However, we often experience changes in the workplace. Thankfully, we read in Hebrews 13:8(new tab) that “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever” (New International Version, 1973/2011) .
InstructionsReview the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
Read the devotion above in the Getting Started and Background Information sections.
Navigate to the threaded discussion and address the following:Discuss a time when you experienced a major change and how you handled that situation. Explain if you would do anything differently if you had the chance.