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At first glance, the Stability Tower challenge seems simple: stack as many blocks as you can. But look closer, and you'll see the rules of the game mirror fundamental principles of successful change management.

The Power of a Strong Foundation

In the game, your first few moves are critical. A wide, stable base allows you to build higher and with more flexibility. In the workplace, this is your foundation for change. It represents securing broad support from different teams, allocating sufficient resources, and ensuring your initial steps are solid and well-planned. Rushing the start or building on a narrow foundation creates risk that impacts every subsequent step.

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Strategic Placement and Support

The most important rule in the game is that a new block is stable as long as at least 50% of its base is supported. This is where the real strategy comes in. A new initiative doesn't need to rest perfectly on a single, pre-existing process. Like a block bridging two others, a change can link different departments or ideas, creating new and stronger connections. However, it must have substantial support. If a new project is launched less than half anchored in existing strengths and resources, it becomes unstable. This highlights the critical need for strategic alignment—ensuring every new step is adequately supported by what's already in place.​​

The Ripple Effect of Instability

When a single block is placed without enough support, the entire tower can topple. This is the ultimate lesson in managing change. A poorly implemented initiative doesn't just fail in isolation; it can destabilise the whole structure, eroding trust, wasting resources, and making the entire organisation wary of future change. Each move must be considered not just for its own success, but for its impact on the stability of the whole.

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The goal isn't just to add more blocks; it's to build a resilient structure that stands the test of time.