By Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta Have you considered how you can apply ADKAR to drive Personal Change? Foremost on our minds at the start of the new year was one type of change or other we needed to make in order to help us achieve our goals, get better at something, be healthier, gain greater career fulfillment etc. It is mid year and it’s time to ask yourself a question “How are things going?”

 

 

 You may already be familiar with Prosci’s ADKAR in the managing change within organizations. In addition, it can also be a fantastic tool to apply in personal change situations. Here is one way we can apply ADKAR to Personal Change Awareness – Start with recognizing and being aware that your current situation needs to change i.e. your job or role, need to get healthier or lose weight, or improve your relationships. Desire – Have a strong desire to want and see your goals become reality. By having a strong ‘why’ on your need to change, this becomes the motivation and driving force to create and maintain the momentum you need i.e. having a strong desire to increase your income so as to care for your family or pay-off your debts, or a need for strong inner or spiritual fulfillment, or job satisfaction. Knowledge – This requires equipping yourself with the knowledge and information needed to help you change and be successful with your desires and goals. i.e. attending career or health seminars, reading books or online blogs, networking event and communities. Ability – Building the skills and behaviours that will help you be successful with the desired change. i.e. attending training, receiving coaching, on-hands learning and practice. Reinforce – Create the right environment and support system to help you make the change stick and be sustainable. i.e. join support groups, get an accountability partner, get a mentor, join professional associations. Sometimes it's the smallest decisions that can change your life forever. - Keri Russell The first step is deciding the need for change, and then you make a concrete decision to change, followed by taking consistent steps to see your goals become a reality. You can read more of my blogs on finding 'The Change You Want' here. About Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta Yvonne is an Author, Inspirational Speaker, Change Consultant & John Maxwell Leadership Coach who is passionate about working with Individuals and Organizations to help them transition through change, drive results and achieve their goals. You can learn more about Yvonne at: www.yvonnerukeakpoveta.com and connect with LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Learn about Yvonne’s latest book on The Change You Want! Change Your Mindset, and Change Your Life for taking your outcomes from good to great. http://www.oliveblue.com/changeyourmindset/