Continuous Improvement Corner: Changing the Status Quo

Contributed by Angela Knobloch

Challenging the status quo is a critical component of continuous improvement. It starts with recognizing that the way something has “always be done” may not be the best approach for the future, even if it made perfect sense for “x” years.

Here are three ways to challenge the status quo:

1. Invite different perspectives – ask others what they think
2. Ask more questions – try using “what if?” in your next meeting
3. Be ready to help the change – be open-minded to ideas

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