Shared Expectations
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Shared Expectations
- Act as a steering committee, AND be willing to row or lead/do as appropriate.
- Engage others in subcommittees, as appropriate.
- Commit to using eXtension (and other ways of engaging online) ourselves, and trying the professional development options.
- It's OK not to know everything, and OK not to buy into every concept and tool.
- Embrace creativity and think outside the box.
- Give each other grace; be patient with each other. We’re aiming at a moving target!
- Lead by example; try out the tools available on eXtension as well as additional applications outside our comfort zone.
Insights on Change Implementation
- Expect resistance. Break down walls with persistence (including walls within the MSU system).
- Recognize that we're implementing a process and mindset change, not technology.
- Be aware that change is incremental. Let's follow the 80/20 rule: We aim to help 80% of colleagues change 20%. (We can also pilot initiatives where we aim for 20% of colleagues to change 80%).
- Everyone learns differently, so look for different entry points.
- Be sensitive to 'low' users. Break things into small, easy steps. Use the phone when necessary and consider face to face as a viable option in some situations.
