One of the common experiences of new college graduates in their first jobs is that they often "spot things that need to be changed." They are full of new ideas, and they are ready and quick to challenge existing ways of doing things. They are enthusiastic and well intentioned. But more often than most probably expect, their new bosses turn out to be skeptical, not too interested, or even irritated; co-workers who have been in place for some time may feel and act the same.
Questions: What is the new employee to do? One option is to just forget it and take an "I'll just do my job" approach. Let's reject that. So then, how can you be an effective change leader in your next new job? How can you use change strategies and deal with resistance from your boss and co-workers in a manner that builds your reputation as someone with good ideas for positive change?