Second, a uniqueness that stems from merging strategy and HR planning is an increased capacity for change. People often feel that there is a universal resistance to change, that people always resist change--not true. Most winners of the lottery found that the extra millions changed their lives; few resisted and returned the money. Change is resisted when people fail to understand the change, when the change may lead to negative outcomes, or when the perceived risks associated with change are greater than the perceived benefits. Most strategic initiatives imply change. To reduce the potential for resistance, HR practices may be used. At Harley Davidson, where competitive pressures and financial restructuring fundamentally changed the business strategy, a number of HR practices were used to help overcome individual resistance to change: staffing decisions were made on different criteria; development and training programs were offered to help employees acquire new competencies consistent with the new strategies; incentive systems changed to focus more on customers, service, and profit; and communication activities were initiated to help employees understand the new business requirements. Strategic initiatives often require change; HR practices help overcome resistance to change, resulting in a competitive advantage.