Change Quote by W. Edwards Deming
“Two basic rules of life are: 1) Change is inevitable. 2) Everybody resists change.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Out of the Crisis by W. Edwards Deming, 1982
Change is constant and people naturally oppose it, creating tension.
In simple terms: Change happens and people resist it.
Key Takeaway
Accept change, address resistance.
Themes
change
resistance
leadership
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Business transformation
- personal growth
- policy implementation
- team management
Key Concepts
Organizational behavior
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn resistance into improvement?
- What strategies reduce fear of change?
A Different Perspective
Resistance can be constructive if managed well.
