Change Quote by Andy Hargreaves
“Change is easy to propose, hard to implement, and especially hard to sustain.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Educational Change, Andy Hargreaves, 2003
Proposing change is easy, but implementing and sustaining it are far more difficult.
In simple terms: Ideas are easy; making them last is hard.
Key Takeaway
Plan for long‑term support and adaptability.
Themes
change
implementation
sustainability
education
Mood
pragmatic
optimistic
Type
strategic
motivational
When to use this quote
- school reform
- policy rollout
- technology integration
- curriculum redesign
Key Concepts
systems theory
change management
resistance to change
Questions to Reflect On
- What supports keep change alive?
- How can we anticipate resistance?
A Different Perspective
Initial enthusiasm often fades without ongoing resources.
