Change Quote by Tom DeMarco
“The fundamental response to change is not logical, but emotional.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Principles of Software Engineering, 1995
People react to change emotionally first, so logical solutions must address those feelings.
In simple terms: Change triggers emotion before logic.
Address emotional responses when managing change.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- project planning
- team communication
- user adoption
- training programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotional concerns arise during major shifts?
- How can logic support emotional acceptance?
Focusing only on emotion can ignore necessary rational analysis.