The term change is defined as follows:  

-verb (used with object)

1. to make the form, nature, content, future course, etc., of (something) different from what it is or from what it would be if left alone: to change one's name; to change one's opinion; to change the course of history.

2. to transform or convert (usually followed by into ): The witch changed the prince into a toad.

3. to substitute another or others for; exchange for something else, usually of the same kind: She changed her shoes when she got home from the office.

 

With this definition in mind, answer the following questions with sources/references:

• What can leaders do to prepare their organization to deal with change?
• What can leaders do to prepare their organization to deal with unplanned change?
• Does culture play a role in how people perceive change?
• Describe a way in which resistance to change can be reduced.
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