How Do Managers Begin the Unfreezing Process?

You start by creating the motivation to change (unfreeze). You move through the change process by promoting effective communications and empowering people to embrace new ways of working (change).

How can managers unfreeze their organization?

The method involves preparing employees for change, making changes, and finally integrating and normalizing those changes within the organization. The name of the Unfreeze, Change, Refreeze model comes from the idea of an ice block that needs to be transformed into a new shape.

What happens during the unfreezing stage?

Stage 1 - Unfreezing: This is the first stage of transition and one of the most critical stages in the entire process of change management. It involves improving the readiness as well as the willingness of people to change by fostering a realization for moving from the existing comfort zone to a transformed situation.