If you’ve ever struggled to get your managers on board with new systems or changes, you’re not alone. In this episode of The Restaurant Prosperity Formula podcast, I dive into exactly why managers resist change, how you can turn that resistance into results and how to empower your restaurant managers to lead change. Managing your managers and getting them on board with change isn’t always easy, but it’s absolutely necessary for your success — and theirs. I encourage you to listen to this episode, then pick one strategy and start implementing it this week. You will soon be on your way to a team of restaurant managers working with you rather than against you.

Why do managers resist change?

Your managers might push back against change for a few key reasons:

• Comfort with the status quo – They know what works (or at least what they’re used to).
• Fear of failure – They worry about making mistakes with something new.
• Lack of understanding – They don’t see how the change benefits them or the restaurant.

If you don’t provide clarity, support, and accountability, resistance is inevitable. But with the right approach, you can guide your managers through change and turn them into leaders who drive improvement.

How to get restaurant managers to care

In this episode of my podcast, you will learn five key ways to get managers on board with change, from communicating your why to leading by example.

You’ll also learn the importance of holding managers accountable and how to do it well, from setting clear expectations to following up in a consistent way.

And lastly, I’ll cover the ultimate goal of making your managers champions of change in your restaurant, from giving managers the power to make decisions to providing a path for growth.

Take action in your restaurant today

Whether it’s scheduling one-on-one check-ins or celebrating a small win, take action today. Change can only happen when you do something different than you’re doing now!

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