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“Of course, change requires change. Until there is a felt need for change, it is only an event not a pattern.” quote by Dave Ulrich
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“Of course, change requires change. Until there is a felt need for change, it is only an event not a pattern.”

Dave Ulrich

About This Quote

Change must be felt and repeated; without personal need it remains a one‑off event rather than a lasting pattern.

In simple terms: Change needs personal relevance to become a habit.

Key Takeaway

Identify personal need before initiating change.

Themes

change motivation behavior growth

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

motivational strategic

When to use this quote

  • personal life decisions
  • company restructuring
  • policy implementation
  • health behavior change

Key Concepts

personal relevance habit formation organizational development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal need drives your desired change?
  • How can you turn a single event into a pattern?
A Different Perspective

People may resist change even when they recognize the need.

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