Step 1. Define the problem and the change objective Choose and explain the current situation (either work-related or personal situation) that is unacceptable or needs change. Define the desired outcome of the change - What is the desired situation that would be worth working toward? Be as specific as possible. O Using the Force Field Analysis diagram given below, Force Field Analysis Diagram Desired outcome of the change:_ Score Driving Forces Restraining Forces Score Total score of driving forces Total score of restraining forces Step 2. Determine the driving forces (positive forces for change) and restraining forces (obstacles to changes). . Driving forces - What are the factors or pressures that support change in the desired direction? Restraining forces - What are the factors or pressures that resist the proposed change and maintain the status quo? Think about these as broadly as possible. These may include feelings, social pressures, physical resources, Step 3. Rate the relative strength of the forces using a scale ranging from 1 to 5 (1 being a weak force, and 5 a strong force). Step 4. Convert the analysis into an action plan - strengthening driving forces and weakening restraining forces. . Based on your analysis in step 2 and 3, choose the one or two forces on each side that appear to be pushing hardest for change or resisting it most strongly. These are the forces that should receive most attention. Using the table below, create an action plan. The table help you clarify what needs to be done, how it needs to be done, who is responsible, and the due dates you need to be concerned about, etc. . Strategy Action Responsibility How? What? By Who? When