All of the following are common characteristics of effective planned change programs except:

A) the organization's members must be the key source of energy for change
B) an external party must provide guidance and support for the change
C) organization members must be willing to change their behaviors
D) organization members must believe in the potential value of the changes proposed

Planned Change Programs

These involve deliberate efforts to improve an organization by altering its structure, processes, or culture through structured interventions.

Key Source Of Energy

A principal resource or input that provides power or vitality, often in the form of fuel, electricity, or nutritional calories.

External Party

Individuals or groups outside of an organization or system that can affect or be affected by the organization's activities.