Change Quote by Ronald A. Heifetz
““To sustain momentum through a period of difficult change, you have to find ways to remind people of the orienting value—the positive vision—that makes the current angst worthwhile.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership in Turbulent Times, 2009
During tough transitions, reminding people of a hopeful vision gives purpose to current struggles.
In simple terms: Positive vision helps endure hard change.
Key Takeaway
Keep the future vision visible.
Themes
leadership
change
motivation
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
motivational
strategic
When to use this quote
- organizational restructuring
- personal crisis
- team building
Key Concepts
Transformational leadership
visionary thinking
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What concrete steps reinforce the vision?
- How do you measure the vision’s impact?
A Different Perspective
Vision alone may not solve practical obstacles.
