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Resistance to change: developing an individual differences measure.

Shaul Oreg1

  • 1Department of Organizational Behavior, School of Industrial and Labor Relations, Cornell University, USA. oreg@soc.haifa.ac.il

The Journal of Applied Psychology
|August 28, 2003
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This study introduces the Resistance to Change Scale to measure individual differences in resisting change. The scale identifies four key factors and has proven valid across multiple studies, predicting reactions to change.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Organizational Behavior

Background:

  • Understanding individual differences in resistance to change is crucial for effective change management.
  • Existing measures may not fully capture the multifaceted nature of resistance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a scale measuring dispositional resistance to change.
  • To identify the underlying factors contributing to resistance to change.

Main Methods:

  • Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were used to establish the scale's structure.
  • Convergent, discriminant, concurrent, and predictive validity were assessed across seven studies.

Main Results:

  • The Resistance to Change Scale reliably measures four factors: Routine Seeking, Emotional Reaction to Imposed Change, Cognitive Rigidity, and Short-Term Focus.

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  • The scale demonstrated strong psychometric properties, including convergent, discriminant, concurrent, and predictive validity.

    • Conclusions:

    • The Resistance to Change Scale is a valid instrument for assessing individual differences in resistance to change.
    • The scale can be utilized to predict individual reactions to specific change initiatives.