Lippitt-Knoster Change Model
A framework showing that successful change requires vision, skills, incentives, resources, and an action plan working together.
Also known as: VSIRP Model, Change Management Model, Vision Skills Incentives Resources Action Plan
Category: Frameworks
Tags: change-management, frameworks, leadership, productivity
Explanation
The Lippitt-Knoster Change Model (also known as the Vision Skills Incentives Resources Action Plan model) illustrates the essential components needed for successful change. When all five elements are present - Vision, Skills, Incentives, Resources, and Action Plan - the result is successful change. However, when any element is missing, specific problems arise: Without Vision, there is Confusion; Without Skills, there is Anxiety; Without Incentives, there is Resistance; Without Resources, there is Frustration; Without an Action Plan, there is a Treadmill effect (activity without progress). This framework helps diagnose why change initiatives fail and what elements need to be addressed.
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