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Change Leadership Conversations discusses and highlights insights from Canada's top thought leaders, change practitioners and industry experts on effectively leading change. The podcast equips you for leading change in the new world of work and goes hand-in-hand with discussions from the Change Leadership Conference that takes place each spring in Toronto.

Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta


    • Aug 2, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 21m AVG DURATION
    • 11 EPISODES


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    The Power of Mindset: Leading Personal Change | Ep 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 43:58


    In this engaging and fun conversation, Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta has a frank discussion with Joel Emuan about her book, "The Change You Want! Change Your Mindset, and Change Your Life" We dive into the crucial role mindset plays in personal and professional development. Sharing simple and practical strategies on how to overcome the daily challenges we face in our personal and professional lives, this conversation is packed with insights on how the right mindset can drive incredible change and help us achieve our goals. Link to Book Learn More: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Change Leadership Course⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Change Management Resume & Interview Workshop⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Change Leadership Community⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta on Socials: ⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ Follow The Change Leadership: ⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Positive Psychology - How to Raise Your Energy When Leading Change: Ep 09

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 21:16


    In this enlightening conversation with Samantha Fowlds, we delve into applying positive psychology to leading change, how to raise your energy when you're feeling depleted and how harnessing positive energy can help you lead change effectively. Samantha shares insights on power of positive leadership, psychological safety, self-compassion, and overcoming change fatigue. Hosted by Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta. Learn More: ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Change Leadership Course⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Change Management Resume & Interview Workshop⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Change Leadership Community⁠⁠ Connect with Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta on Socials: ⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ Follow The Change Leadership: ⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠

    Neuroscience for Organizational Change | Ep 08

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 43:56


    In this engaging conversation with Hilary Scarlett, author of Neuroscience for Organizational Change, we delve into the fascinating application of neuroscience in leading change. We discuss how it can be applied within hybrid and remote workplaces, various change models, how our brain's functioning can influence organizational behavior, and touch on the surprising impact of sugar levels on decision-making. This episode offers practical advice and scientific insights to help you lead change more effectively. Hosted by Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta.

    Privacy and Building Trust in Leading Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 15:39


    In this conversation with Dr. Ann Cavoukian, we delve into the crucial topic of privacy and its role in building trust. In an era marked by a growing trust deficit, Ann shares strategies for fostering trust with your employees and customers. We also explore the implications of privacy in the context of leading change and how to maintain trust while navigating these challenges. Hosted by Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta.

    Leading Change in Disruption and Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 27:09


    In this compelling conversation with Jeremy Gutsche, a renowned expert on innovation and disruption, we dive into the nuances of leading in times of crisis, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. We explore the dynamics of Chaos vs. Crisis and share actionable strategies for thriving amidst turmoil. Gain valuable insights into harnessing the power of disruption to drive positive change. Hosted by Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta.

    Creating Connections & Community in a Hybrid World

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 11:32


    In this conversation, we explore the challenge of establishing a hybrid workplace and the art of gathering. Join Silvia Fraser, Brien Convery, Greg Roth, and Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta from the Change Leadership Conference as they share invaluable insights on fostering connections and nurturing community in a post-pandemic world.

    Intersection of Design Thinking and Leading Change

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 15:58


    In this episode, Karel Vredenburg, Global Vice President of UX Research at IBM, introduces Design Thinking and offers practical insights on applying its concepts - from ideation to a focused and human-centered approach to leading change. Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta shares how elements from Design Thinking such as empathy, diversity, and collaboration intersects with change management tactics and leading change.

    How GenZ is Leading Change and Disrupting the Status Quo; Sustainability, Health Tech & the Workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 20:33


    In this episode with young innovators Ashna Nirula (16 years old),  Alexander Yevchenko (17 years old) and Pavi Dhiman (16 years old), activators from The Knowledge Society (TKS), delve into how they are harnessing AI and technology to lead change and disrupt the status quo. They cover significant global issues like healthcare and sustainability at the Change Leadership Conference. These trailblazers, all in their mid-teens, also share their firsthand experiences in the workplace and aid in dispelling some of the common myths about Generation Z.

    Leveraging Ethical AI for Hiring, AI Adoption and Leading Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 18:56


    In this conversation, Dr. Dave Mayers and Brien Convery share insights from the Change Leadership Conference. Knockri is used as a case study on implementing Ethical AI in the hiring process to remove biases and foster a more human-centric approach. We also hear from Monique Crichlow, Siobhan Calderbank, and Amanda Cupido about adopting AI in the workplace. Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta concludes the session by sharing the top three insights we can take away to start positively leveraging AI and leading change.

    Creating a Culture of Mental Health and Wellness in the Workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 14:11


    In this episode, Andrew McCarthy from Inkblot, a subsidiary of Green Shield, shares insights from the Change Leadership Conference and delves into the imperative of cultivating a workplace culture that prioritizes mental health and wellness. With Karen Sedore and Siobhan Calderbank joining as panelists, sharing their expertise on the evolving landscape of employee wellness, change fatigue and leading change. Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta, founder of The Change Leadership, hosts the episode and offers her insights on the correlation to leading change.

    Introducing Change Leadership Conversations

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 1:36


    Change has never been as dynamic as it is today. One of the biggest challenges facing organizations is the increasing need to stay ahead of the rapid pace of change. The podcast goes hand-in-hand with discussions from the Change Leadership Conference that takes place each spring in Toronto, hosted by Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta.

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