Podcasts about leading change

Nick introduces today's show, with Charlotte Greenway and Jane Mangan bringing you coverage from this morning at Ballydoyle, featuring an extended and hugely informative interview with Aidan O'Brien, as he runs through key targets for his 2026 stars, and gives an appraisal of the season so far. Charlotte and Jane also recap the weekend's racing, while Nick talks to Wathnan USA's Case Clay about what's next for Travers winner Leading Change, and TPD's Adam Mills gives us the data lowdown.

In The Money Media's Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF) and Jonathon Kinchen (JK) sit down to recap a big weekend of horse racing action topped by a sensational running of the Travers Stakes 2026, where Brad Cox runner Leading Change stayed unbeaten and downed the cream of the 3-year-old crop to win the Grade 1 in just his third start. Leading Change bounded boldly by Preakness Stakes 2026 winner Napoleon Solo while locking Kentucky Derby 2026 and Belmont Stakes 2026 winner Golden Tempo out from his rail run to get the victory under a golden ride by hot jockey Manny Franco. With the titans of the division foiled by such a precocious runner, the Travers Stakes paints an interesting picture for divisional honors as well as if any of the 3-year-olds hold any weight against older horses coming up towards the Breeders' Cup Classic. The weekend included so many other notable moments from Kentucky Downs starting its 2026 season to Englishman running another scorcher to win the H. Allen Jerkens 2026 on the Travers Stakes undercard. This is a stacked episode with plenty to talk about and opine on for the Breeders' Cup picture!

Nick introduces today's show, with Charlotte Greenway and Jane Mangan bringing you coverage from this morning at Ballydoyle, featuring an extended and hugely informative interview with Aidan O'Brien, as he runs through key targets for his 2026 stars, and gives an appraisal of the season so far. Charlotte and Jane also recap the weekend's racing, while Nick talks to Wathnan USA's Case Clay about what's next for Travers winner Leading Change, and TPD's Adam Mills gives us the data lowdown.

In The Money Media's Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF) is joined by Ben Kudla from Equibase's The Inside Track Podcast to analyze some betting angles for Travers Stakes 2026 through RaceLens!Travers Stakes 2026 culminates into the ultimate horse racing prize for 3 year olds with the titans of the division throwing down for the summer's last million-dollar prize before the Breeders' Cup Classic! Kentucky Derby 2026 and Belmont Stakes 2026 champ Golden Tempo looks to cement himself as the king of the crop inside of the stacked 10-horse field which includes (from top to bottom): Louisiana Derby 2026 winner Emerging Market, Preakness Stakes 2026 winner Napoleon Solo, Tampa Bay Derby 2026 winner The Puma, Jim Dandy 2026 winner and Kentucky Derby runner-up Renegade, Kentucky Derby third-place finisher and maiden Ocelli, Haskell Stakes 2026 winner Baby Vino and Southwest Stakes 2026 winner Silent Tactic, just to name the majority. The field also includes Leading Change for Brad Cox, a colt who is undefeated from two starts and enters from a victory in the Indiana Derby 2026, and Sea Strike, who will look to ascend from a victory in the Curlin Stakes 2026 at Saratoga to the top prize in the Travers Stakes. RaceLens is an exclusive subscription software through Equibase that provides proprietary data, figures & custom past performances to elevate your handicapping game! Learn more about RaceLens on the Equibase website: https://www.equibase.com/premium/eqpViewSubscription.cfm?Incltxt=eqpViewStatsRaceLensSub.cfm

What if the fastest way to create meaningful change is to slow down and have the right conversations first? In this episode of Daily Influence, Gregg-Brooke Koleno speaks with Adam Braus, professor, author, entrepreneur, founder of Elton University, and author of Leading Change at Work. Adam introduces Nemawashi, a Japanese approach to organizational change that he describes as “piecemeal consensus” developing an idea through individual conversations before asking a group to make a formal decision. Adam explains how leaders and employees at every level can use Nemawashi to overcome “permission paralysis,” gather honest input, improve ideas, and build genuine support without manipulating people into accepting a predetermined outcome. Rather than relying on top-down announcements, the process allows change to spread through an organization through trust, collaboration, and shared ownership. The conversation also explores Adam's work with Elton University, a nonprofit institution designed around personalized, one-on-one education. He explains how its evidence-based, student-directed MBA and PhD programs challenge the traditional factory model of higher education by building each student's curriculum around their specific goals. Listeners will learn: • How Nemawashi can reduce resistance to organizational change • Why consensus building is different from seeking permission • How leaders can unlock the collective intelligence of their teams • Why ego can undermine otherwise promising change initiatives • How personalized education can connect learning to real-world goals • Why emotional honesty strengthens professional and personal relationships • One conversation to initiate before advocating for your next idea This episode offers a practical framework for leading change with greater patience, humility, responsibility, and respect for the people affected by the decision. Connect with Adam Braus: Website: elton.university Email: adam.braus@elton.university Podcast: Solutions from the Multiverse The interview focuses on Nemawashi, collaborative change leadership, personalized higher education, professional credibility, and the value of honest communication. Sign up to receive our S.M.A.R.T. Advantage Newsletter: https://www.smartadvantagenewsletter.com/ 

Most leaders try to manage a crisis with logic; it rarely works. In this episode of Leading Through Crisis, host Céline Williams sits down with Doug Noll — a former trial lawyer, peacemaker, and author of De-Escalate — who spent over a decade teaching maximum-security inmates how to stop fights before they start. Doug breaks down the neuroscience of conflict: why 95% of the brain is emotional (not rational), why the prefrontal cortex shuts down under threat, and why leading through logic during a crisis is fighting biology itself.  He introduces a simple, research-backed technique called affect labeling (saying "you feel" and naming someone's emotion) that can calm a nervous system in under two minutes, whether you're in a boardroom, a family crisis, or a prison yard. Along the way, Doug shares one of the most powerful stories from his 10 years working in California and Connecticut prisons: a woman serving a 25-to-life sentence who used this exact skill to reconnect with the son she had relinquished 18 years earlier. If you're a business owner, executive, or leader who wants practical tools for leading through change, conflict, and crisis — not just theory — this conversation will change how you show up in every hard conversation you have next. — Douglas E. Noll, JD, MA, is a lawyer-turned-peacemaker. He is an award-winning author, teacher, trainer, and highly experienced mediator. Doug's work carries him from international work to helping people resolve deep interpersonal and ideological conflicts. His training has included everything from teaching life inmates to be peacemakers and mediators in maximum-security prisons to training analysts at the Congressional Budget Office how to de-escalate members of Congress and staff. You can learn more at https://dougnoll.com. The special site with resources for our listeners, https://dougnoll.co/crisis, goes live August 17th. You can also connect with Doug on... LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougnoll/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DouglasNoll Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/douglasenoll/ Or subscribe to his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtAHXdBT1Y0Pl7SGrM_HcFw Doug's new book, Empathy Leadership, comes out at the beginning of September. Pre-order here: https://dougnoll.com/books/empathy-leadership

Mrs. Velma Lois Jones is a lifelong Memphian, trailblazing educator, civil rights leader, and community advocate. Mrs. Jones' service has shaped generations. A 2025 Freedom Award honoree, she made history as the first classroom teacher elected president of both the Memphis EducationAssociation and the Tennessee Education Association, where she served as the longest-tenured president in the organization's history. She is the first woman elected president of the NAACP Memphis Branch and served with distinction.internationally and regionally with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.She shares her journey in an education career and her hope for the growth andlearning of future generations.

Change is inevitable, but navigating it well is a skill. In this episode of Pivot with Darryl Lyons, Darryl explores John Kotter's eight principles for leading change and explains how they apply far beyond the workplace. Whether you're changing careers, moving your family, building a business, improving your finances, or developing better habits, successful change requires more than motivation. It requires vision, accountability, communication, and resilience. Drawing from personal experiences, leadership lessons, and financial planning conversations, Darryl shares practical strategies for creating lasting change without creating unnecessary panic. He discusses the importance of building the right support system, communicating a compelling vision, overcoming obstacles, celebrating early wins, and developing the habits that make meaningful change stick. You'll learn: ●      Why every meaningful change begins with honest self-assessment ●      How to create urgency without creating fear ●      The importance of building a guiding coalition in business, marriage, and life ●      Why you don't need every answer before taking the first step ●      How to manage emotional responses during seasons of change ●      The power of celebrating early wins to build long-term momentum ●      Why accountability systems are essential for lasting personal growth ●      Practical ways to make positive habits stick over time Whether you're leading an organization, managing your finances, raising a family, or pursuing personal growth, this episode offers a practical framework for navigating change with confidence and purpose. Benefiting from the show? We'd appreciate it if you left a review on your favorite podcast platform.

Episode 101 — Leading Change Without Losing Your TeamOne in four nonprofit CEOs now say burnout is significantly impacting their staff, up from just seventeen percent the year before, and thirty percent of nonprofits have reduced staff in the past year alone. Kim shares the one time a deficit forced her into downsizing, and the fear that came with it: would the team that stayed feel like they were next? She breaks down three strategies that turned a painful season into one that brought her team closer together instead of splintering it, and improved both retention and outcomes.

Change is no longer an event. It's the environment. The leaders who thrive won't be the ones who resist it, but those who embrace it, learn to navigate it with confidence and purpose, and understand that change brings opportunity.In this episode of 12 Geniuses, host Don MacPherson welcomes Dr. Gilles Benoit and Dr. Mitch Kusy, co-authors of The Playbook for Leading Change, for a practical conversation about leading through the social, political, technological, and organizational changes reshaping our world.Drawing from decades of research and executive coaching, Gilles and Mitch share proven strategies for helping individuals, teams, and organizations embrace change rather than fear it. They explain why perfectionism often prevents growth, how accountability partners can dramatically improve personal transformation, and why today's leaders must become intentional architects of change instead of passive observers.The conversation also explores the role of artificial intelligence as a powerful tool for navigating uncertainty, along with practical frameworks for determining when change is truly necessary.Whether you're leading an organization, managing a team, or managing personal growth, this episode offers actionable insights to help you adapt, lead, and thrive.In this episode you'll discover:Why leading change is becoming a defining leadership competencyPractical frameworks for deciding when change is necessaryHow to overcome perfectionism and make meaningful progressWhy accountability partners accelerate personal and professional growthHow AI can become a valuable partner in navigating changeStrategies for leading teams through uncertainty with confidenceHow to build organizations that remain resilient in an era of constant disruptionIf you want to prepare yourself and your team for the future, this conversation is your playbook.

Leading Change Without Losing Yourself: The Inner Work of Sustainable Activism with Genevieve NathwaniWhat if the way we create change matters as much as the change itself?In this episode of the Sacred Changemakers Podcast, I'm joined by Genevieve Nathwani, a coach who supports people taking on some of the world's toughest challenges across climate, human rights, finance, technology, and social change. Her clients include award-winning filmmakers, funders, charity leaders, and technologists who have raised millions, mobilized movements, and helped shape national laws and policies.Together, we explore why inner work is not separate from outer impact, but central to it. Genevieve shares what she has learned from working closely with changemakers who carry enormous responsibility, and why even the most capable people can experience doubt, overwhelm, isolation, and exhaustion.We also talk about the hidden cost of trying to create change while neglecting ourselves, the risk of recreating the very systems we want to change, and what it means to build a more sustainable relationship with purpose.This is a rich and hopeful conversation about staying open-hearted in difficult times, finding ways to lead without becoming depleted, and remembering that meaningful change is not only about what we achieve, but about who we become and how we work along the way.Key TakeawaysWhy inner work directly shapes the quality of our outer impactThe hidden emotional and personal costs of changemakingHow to recognize when purpose has become pressure or self-sacrificeWhy struggling does not mean you are failingHow hope, community, and self-awareness sustain long-term changeLearn More About Today's GuestGenevieve's website ****→ https://www.genevievenathwani.com/Genevieve on LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevieve-nathwani-72148446/Book mentioned in the episode → How Not To Save The World by Anthea Lawson: https://amzn.to/456DaxDAbout Genevieve NathwaniGenevieve Nathwani coaches people taking on the world's toughest problems to lead with greater impact and well-being. Her clients are shaping a better future across climate, human rights, finance, and technology. Her multidisciplinary approach draws on coaching, people practice, creative strategy, venture experience, and her own commitment to building a meaningful, values-aligned life.About the HostJayne Warrilow is the founder of Sacred Changemakers, a global community and learning space exploring the intersection of human resonance, regenerative change, and conscious leadership.Learn more at sacredchangemakers.com

Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/2J5NPiZnOEU?si=UsfkoFa7-4RtwgXD You're still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what's really working... and what's quietly wearing you out. It's free!https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment Description:Rodney Shaw reflects on how ministry taught him that people often support change in theory but resist it when it becomes personal and practical. He explains that church members form deep emotional connections to traditions, systems, and experiences that shaped their spiritual journey, making change feel like loss. Shaw emphasizes that effective leadership requires empathy, patience, and a “follower-centric” mindset that prioritizes people over personal vision. He warns leaders against becoming “wrecking balls” and encourages pastors to carefully discern what truly needs to change versus what merely frustrates them personally.Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan's productivity): Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9 Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbookDownload The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free):https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching:https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching YouTube and Audio Podcast: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast Connect with Ryan: Email: info@ryanfranklin.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/ Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio: https://www.apostolic-audio.com#leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentalsSend us Fan Mail

How can we build services that better understand population needs? In this episode, Dr Jonathan Darling speaks to Dr Nadeem Moghal, Director and Chief Medical and Innovation officer at Strasys. The discussion moves beyond traditional leadership theory and focuses on the practical realities of leading in complex environments, particularly where transformation and service improvement are required. The two explore the challenge of building better services in increasingly complex systems. Using the example of paediatric services, Nadeem discusses the fragility that can exist within healthcare systems and the importance of understanding population needs. He highlights the growing importance of evidence-based leadership and a system-wide perspective when planning for the future. Jonathan and Nadeem share several powerful insights on leadership, personal development and driving meaningful change. Leadership is not simply about directing others; it is about having the courage to grow, the determination to drive change and the resilience to persevere when the path becomes difficult. Read Jonathan's reflections, see Nadeem's recommended authors and comments and download the transcript on the RCPCH website About Nadeem Most healthcare consultants observe the system from the outside. Nadeem Moghal has spent over 30 years inside it, as a clinician, a senior leader, and a patient. That combination of perspectives shapes everything he does at Strasys.  At Strasys, Nadeem leads the firm's clinical and innovation agenda. He is passionate about improving healthcare equality and life chances, and has been pioneering population-centric healthcare reform. His recent work includes supporting the reshaping of care for children and young people with Alder Hey, developing national healthcare quality governance capability, and enabling integrated care health systems to think and operate differently.  He questions current approaches, encourages different thinking, and works with leaders to build more equitable communities. Thinking differently, underpinned by data analytics and connected to real stories, is what makes Strasys his natural home. 

In this episode of The Purposeful Strategist, Belden Menkus speaks with Dr. Philo Daniel, Chief Executive Officer of LPA Group, about leading the transformation of a specialised engineering business.LPA Group is an engineering specialist in electronic and electro-mechanical components and systems, serving transport, aerospace, defence and infrastructure markets. Philo joined as CEO at the start of 2025 with the goal of redirecting the business.In their conversation, they discuss:· The ‘One LPA' vision: Philo's first move was to combine four quasi-independent divisions into a single functional structure. On this, she discusses how a rebranding is helping the new culture to stick.· A strategy for doubling the business in three years: organic growth to a point, then an acquisition of significant scale.· The vertical integration dilemma: Philo weighs having a sovereign supply chain against the commercial reality of competing with businesses that have offshored.· STEM, apprenticeships and the skills pipeline: why Philo sees outreach to schools and colleges not just as giving back to the community, but as a structural necessity for businesses like LPA.· Philo's experience since joining LPA: being a first-time CEO, the shift from large corporate to smaller listed business, and the importance of both listening and taking decisive action. LPA Group: https://www.lpa-group.com/Menkus & Associates: https://www.menkus.com/Supported by Norman Broadbent: https://www.normanbroadbent.com/ Belden Menkus is the Managing Director of Menkus & Associates, a senior strategic advisory practice that provides strategic clarity for businesses with a public remit, where scrutiny is high, governance is complex, and the answers aren't obvious. His McKinsey training combined with more than 30 years working at Board and ExCo level gives him both the analytical rigour and the relational experience that complex, high-stakes leadership situations demand.Belden hosts The Purposeful Strategist, a weekly podcast. It explores how senior leaders bring purpose to life through strategy and reflects the same questions that drive the consulting work.

Louie & Sean are back with the 75th edition of BH Monday.-trainer Chad Summers joins the show to preview multiple G1 winner Napoleon Solo trying to win a third in the Haskell-Dennis Drazin of Monmouth updates us on racing in New Jersey-Louie interviews Brad Cox after Leading Change won the Indiana Derby

Dr. Janelle K. St. Louis is a pharmacist, educator, ministry leader, community advocate, and candidate for Chesapeake City Council who is passionate about serving God by serving people. She currently serves as a Clinical Pharmacist serving our active duty, veterans, and their families. She is also an Adjunct Professor, helping to educate and mentor the next generation of healthcare professionals.Beyond her professional career, Dr. St. Louis has dedicated her life to community service and faith-based leadership. She serves as Director of the Health and Wellness Ministry at The Mount Chesapeake, where she helps advance the church's mission to Care, Connect, and Cover God's people through health education, outreach, and advocacy. Under her leadership, the ministry has expanded its impact through community health fairs, wellness initiatives, health screenings, and partnerships that address health disparities throughout Hampton Roads.In 2026, Dr. St. Louis answered the call to public service by running for Chesapeake City Council. Her campaign is rooted in the belief that leadership is stewardship and that elected officials should put people before politics. Guided by her experience as a healthcare professional, educator, and woman of faith, she is committed to improving public health, supporting small businesses, strengthening neighborhoods, addressing flooding and environmental challenges, and ensuring every resident has a voice in local government.Above all, Dr. St. Louis is a woman of faith who believes her purpose is found in serving others and glorifying God through her work. Her life verse, Philippians 4:13, reminds her daily that “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Whether caring for patients, mentoring young leaders, serving her church, or advocating for her community, Dr. St. Louis strives to live out the words of Matthew 5:16: “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see yourgood works and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”Her mission is simple: to use her gifts, knowledge, and faith to make a lasting difference in the lives of others and to leave every community she serves better than she found it.

Patient advocacy leaders work every day to make sure patient voices do more than get heard. They want those voices to shape decisions, improve care, guide research, and advance policies that affect patients' lives. In this episode of Patient Advocacy Voices, we hear from an organization doing exactly that. Host Eric Racine is joined by co-host Melissa Dupont, Global Public Affairs Lead, Neurology at Sanofi, for a conversation with Lisa Butler, President and CEO of the GBS-CIDP Foundation. Through patient listening, global expert collaboration, data generation, and advocacy, the GBS-CIDP Foundation is helping ensure that patient perspectives inform standards of care, research priorities, regulatory conversations, and the everyday support for people living with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP), and Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN). Lisa shares how her family's experience with GBS inspired a lifelong commitment to advocacy and explains how the Foundation is helping transform rare disease care by bringing patients into conversations from the very beginning. The discussion highlights how the Foundation combines peer connections, global medical expertise, data, advocacy, and research to support patients, establish common clinical language, partner with regulators, strengthen education, and advance research grounded in what matters most to patients.In this episode, you'll hear about:How patient input can shape research, clinical terminology, care standards, and regulatory conversationsWays to use registries, symptom tracking, and community engagement to identify unmet needs and guide research prioritiesWhy patient-to-patient connection remains essential, even as digital tools and data become more importantHow partnerships with healthcare providers, industry, and regulators can accelerate innovationWhy hope must be grounded in listening and paired with action to build a better future for patients as science and care continue to evolveThis episode offers a practical look at what it really means to embed patient advocacy across the full lifecycle of care and innovation. For advocacy leaders in any disease community, the conversation provides a powerful example of how patient experience can be turned into evidence, action, and lasting impact.

In this compilation episode of The Parlor Room Presents: Hello AI, host and Harvard Business School Online Creative Director Chris Linnane explores one of the biggest challenges in artificial intelligence: knowing when—and when not—to trust AI. Featuring HBS professors Linda Hill, Felix Oberholzer-Gee, and Jake Cook, the conversation examines AI adoption, organizational culture, and the critical role of human judgment. From AI hallucinations and overconfidence to experimentation and decision-making, the episode offers practical insights for avoiding common AI mistakes in the workplace. GUESTS Linda Hill, Wallace Brett Donham Professor of Business Administration Felix Oberholzer-Gee, Andreas Andresen Professor of Business Administration Jake Cook, Lecturer of Business Administration RESOURCES Linda Hill on Leading Through AI-Driven Change Linda Hill on Leading Change and the Paradoxes of Management Felix Oberholzer-Gee on Winning with AI Felix Oberholzer-Gee on the Frameworks of Business Strategy Jake Cook on How to Use AI Effectively at Work

In this podcast episode, Rashawn Davis, Executive Director of The Citizen Service, shares how everyday people can become catalysts for change and why civic engagement is more important than ever. Rashawn Davis is a nonprofit leader, writer, and public speaker focused on strengthening democracy, advancing civic technology, and inspiring public leadership. A Newark native, he made history at 21 years old as one of the youngest candidates to qualify for the city's municipal election ballot. Rashawn has led national initiatives at The Andrew Goodman Foundation and Change.org. He has served on Newark's Police Review Board and speaks regularly at universities, public agencies, and private companies. Rashawn holds degrees from Georgetown University and New York University's Wagner School and serves on the Board of Directors for the W.E.B. DuBois Scholars Institute.

We're celebrating PFN's birthday by shining a light on the partners who have been part of our journey toward people-first leadership, meaningful work, and purpose-driven impact. This special feature from Coach to Coach with Brandon Miller captures the heart of their work and the shared mission that brings us together. Enjoy! — What drives you? Unlock the strength of Belief

Send us Fan MailFor too long, work and leadership advice has focused on beginnings – how to make a great first impression, nail a new job, or start projects on the right foot. But what about endings – how can we successfully lead through messy transitions like redundancies, retirement or mergers? In the current global environment of mass layoffs, ‘Good Bye: Leading Change Better by Attending to Endings' is brilliantly timely, revealing how leaders can manage endings with care, respect and emotional agility. Our guests today is the dynamic author duo behind this book – top leadership coaches, Lizzie Bentley Bowers and Alison Lucas. Distilled from two decades of working with leaders in transition, and born out of practice, this highly practical book guides readers in navigating the four steps of endings – Reality, Emotion, Accomplishment and Ritual – offering a powerful framework for working through past, present, and future endings.Vinay traces Alison and Lizzie's incredible journey to ‘Good Bye'. Hit play for the low down!   [4:30s] Their journey into coaching [10:31s] Genesis of their book ‘Good Bye'[17:29s] The need to attend to endings during transitions [24:06s] Slowing down, breaking the ‘cycle' [40:01s] Managing ‘goodbyes' in the age of AI[47:46s] RWL Read: Alison and Lizzie's book, ‘Good Bye: Leading Change Better by Attending to Endings'  Alison and Lizzie's recommendation to READ: ‘Transitions' by William Bridges, ‘Daring Greatly' by Brené Brown; ‘Emotional Agility' by Susan David;   Connect with Alison on LinkedIn Connect with Lizzie on LinkedIn Connect with Vinay on LinkedIn What did you think about this episode? What would you like to hear more about? Or simply, write in and say hello! podcast@c2cod.comSubscribe to us on your favorite platforms – Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Tune In Alexa, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn + Alexa, Stitcher, Jio Saavn and more.  This podcast is sponsored by C2C-OD, your Organizational Development consulting partner ‘Bringing People and Strategy Together'. Follow @c2cod on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook 

This episode is all about change management in arts organizations. Aubrey Bergauer breaks down the research behind building a change-ready culture and how to actually shift someone's mind when facts alone aren't enough.In the season six finale of The Offstage Mic, Aubrey closes out the "Changing the Narrative, Ten Years Later" season by going deep on two bodies of research: the i4cp study "Building a Culture of Change" and David McRaney's book How Minds Change. Together, they answer the question arts managers ask her more than any other: how do I get buy-in, bring my board along, and lead change without strong-arming anyone?If this season has been useful, please follow the show and leave a rating or review — it helps more arts administrators find these conversations.Reserve your free seat at my Audience Growth Masterclass right now by going to www.aubreybergauer.com/masterclass.Sources:I4cp: Building a Future-Ready Organization with a Change-Ready Culture https://go.i4cp.com/changereadyDavid McRaney: How Minds Change https://www.davidmcraney.com/howmindschangehomeSponsors:Bolero: https://hellobolero.com/changingthenarrativeEvolvArts: https://evolvarts.com/

In this Performance Matters episode, Bob Mosher sits down with learning and change expert Megan Torrance to explore why change is so challenging in learning and performance projects—and why it doesn't have to be. Megan breaks down how human relationships, psychological safety, and a shift away from perfectionism can make change feel more manageable and even energizing. Together, they discuss how adopting a “change-ready posture,” embracing iteration over perfection, and focusing on performance (not just deliverables) helps L&D teams stay adaptive in a volatile world. Listen, or download this episode now, for a practical look at leading change with empathy, clarity, and purpose.   Have questions about this content or another resource on the site? Let us know! Use this form to let us know you're interested in scheduling a call with a member of the team. We're always happy to discuss your current, future, or aspirational initiatives in real-time. For more 5 Moments of Need resources, visit our website, join the conversation, attend our upcoming Summit, and subscribe to this podcast so as not to miss a single episode. Copyright © 2026 by APPLY Synergies, LLC | All Rights Reserved. 

Most leaders are rightfully focused on getting the best content solution designed and implemented to satisfy a need in the organization. However, this focus requires additional attention on how the stakeholders will be impacted and engaged, and how the change process is designed to ensure the best solution is generated, implemented, adopted and sustained. Many change consultants are not positioned to directly Influence leaders to expand their attention to strategic People and Process dynamics when leading initiatives. This podcast episode describes the types of attention needed and ways to reach these leaders - so they begin to appreciate and take on influencing how people are affected and the change process is designed. Come learn how to get the attention of leaders to go beyond the content solution to set up their initiatives and stakeholders for success, so they achieve sustained business benefits.Guest Question – Margrete Eva – Change Leader “How do I help leaders to see people and process (especially process) instead of just content?”Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if you see a need for change that requires other people to buy in, but you have no positional power to make the change? What can you do? What options do you have? What skills do you need to get people interested and excited about the change? Now, what if you do have positional power? Do you use it? Do you force the change? What about resistance? How do you handle that? Do you push or do you pull? In this episode of The Change Mastery Show, John J Murphy will challenge you to rethink the way you approach change and give you specific tools to lead change more effectively. There is no question about it. The world is ever-changing and the better equipped we are to lead it, rather than manage it, the more successful we will be in our personal and professional lives. You'll discover: How to lead change rather than manage it. What are the critical leadership factors to influence change in a positive, proactive way rather than force it or cope with it in a reactive way. Why “Pull” is much more effective than “Push.” How do sage leaders use Socratic teachings, engaging strategies, profound questions, and simple tools to inspire meaningful change? Why is “Better not Best” a helpful mantra? How has John led major transformational changes in organizations all over the world for over 35 years without any authority at all? What did he do? How did he do it? What does it take? What examples does he have?

What if you see a need for change that requires other people to buy in, but you have no positional power to make the change? What can you do? What options do you have? What skills do you need to get people interested and excited about the change? Now, what if you do have positional power? Do you use it? Do you force the change? What about resistance? How do you handle that? Do you push or do you pull? In this episode of The Change Mastery Show, John J Murphy will challenge you to rethink the way you approach change and give you specific tools to lead change more effectively. There is no question about it. The world is ever-changing and the better equipped we are to lead it, rather than manage it, the more successful we will be in our personal and professional lives. You'll discover: How to lead change rather than manage it. What are the critical leadership factors to influence change in a positive, proactive way rather than force it or cope with it in a reactive way. Why “Pull” is much more effective than “Push.” How do sage leaders use Socratic teachings, engaging strategies, profound questions, and simple tools to inspire meaningful change? Why is “Better not Best” a helpful mantra? How has John led major transformational changes in organizations all over the world for over 35 years without any authority at all? What did he do? How did he do it? What does it take? What examples does he have?

— Today we explore the transformative power of failure with business transformation specialist and author Matthew Egan. In his groundbreaking book, The Failure Advantage: Why Setbacks Are Your Secret Weapon for Success, Matt challenges conventional beliefs about failure. He argues that our most significant missteps are not enemies but rather powerful allies that can propel us toward success. Are you a high-achieving professional burdened by the fear of failure? You're not alone. Many of us mask our struggles with polished performances, but underneath lies burnout and doubt. Matt helps us break free from fear-based thinking and reframe our setbacks as valuable feedback. Drawing on real-world case studies, cognitive science, and his own experiences, Matt teaches us how to cultivate resilience, embrace risk-taking, and lead with authenticity. Join us as we dive into insightful discussions about how to reclaim failure as a catalyst for growth and leverage it into your unfair advantage in both your career and life. Get ready to learn how to stop playing defense and start thriving in the face of adversity. Valeria interviews Matthew Egan — He is the author of  "The Failure Advantage — an Advisor, Thinker and Writer on Leading Change. Matthew Egan has over 20 years of experience leading change at organizations, including Microsoft and PwC. Throughout his career managing teams, working with C-suite executives, and driving transformation projects, he has observed how setbacks can either limit potential or serve as powerful catalysts for growth. Matthew is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, and recipient of multiple business accolades, but it's his personal experience with anxiety and failure that shapes his approach. Having faced his own professional challenges, he's passionate about helping others transform their relationship with failure.  Originally from Australia and now based in the UK, Matthew lives with his wife and son, who continue to teach him the most valuable lessons about embracing imperfection and finding opportunity in adversity.  Learn more about Matthew Egan!

In this episode, I'm joined by Jim Ristuccia, a former US Naval officer, founder/CEO, and Vistage Chair in San Diego who leads peer groups for CEOs of $5M+ companies and small business owners in the $1–10M range. We break down what actually happens inside a Vistage meeting—especially the “issue processing” that surfaces blind spots through uncomfortable but growth-producing questions. Jim shares how AI started showing up consistently after a 2024 speaker session, including a case where an IP law firm put its team through AI bootcamps, tripled personal productivity, and grew revenue 50–60% in a year. We discuss the adoption gap (CEOs vs. leadership teams vs. employees), why employees often feel threatened, and how leaders can create psychological safety. We also dig into practical implementation via AI champions, committees, process mapping, low-hanging-fruit use cases, and measuring ROI through time savings, productivity, and revenue.01:56 What Vistage Really Is02:45 Issue Processing Secret Sauce04:46 When AI Hit the Groups06:43 Why Some CEOs Lag on AI08:44 Use Cases vs Business Model Shifts09:45 AI Readiness and Industry Friction11:20 Leading Change and Finding Use Cases13:25 Prompts Training and Psychological Safety15:01 AI Champion and Process Mapping16:04 Why People Quit16:32 Build AI Champions17:58 Pick Use Cases Fast18:33 Measuring AI Impact20:00 Beyond Time Savings21:02 Culture and Safety23:48 Compliance and Knowledge24:32 Jobs and Business Models27:38 Adoption Takes TimeConnect with Jim: • https://jimristuccia.com/Connect with Raul: • Work with Raul: https://dogoodwork.io• Free Growth Resources: https://dogoodwork.io/resources

What happens when young people move beyond awareness and start taking action on brain health in their schools and communities?In this special episode of the Let's Talk Brain Health Podcast, Dr. Krystal Culler sits down with youth leaders–Shawn, Mansavi, and Nandita– who are not waiting for change. They are creating it. Through advocacy, education, and peer engagement, these young changemakers are putting brain health into action and showing what prevention can look like in real life.This conversation highlights how youth are using their voices to reduce stigma, promote mental wellness, and build healthier environments where they live and learn. Their stories remind us that brain health is not only a future issue. It is something that can be supported starting today.This episode offers a powerful look at youth leadership, prevention, and the role young people play in shaping the future of brain health.What You Will Learn in This EpisodeWhy youth voices matter in brain health conversationsHow students are raising awareness about mental and brain healthWays young leaders are supporting their peersThe importance of curiosity and education in brain health advocacyHow youth are building supportive school and community environmentsWhat motivates young people to become brain health advocatesKey TakeawaysBrain health starts early, and youth are an essential part of prevention efforts.Young people are not only learning about brain health. They are teaching others and creating change.Peer leadership plays a powerful role in reducing stigma and encouraging help-seeking.Small actions such as starting conversations, sharing resources, and supporting peers can create a meaningful impact.Investing in youth leadership is investing in the future of brain health.Why This Conversation MattersYouth are often talked about in brain health conversations. This episode highlights what happens when youth are part of the conversation and part of the solution.Their leadership shows how education, advocacy, and community engagement can work together to strengthen brain health literacy and prevention.Who Should ListenEducators and school leadersParents and caregiversYouth development professionalsPublic health professionalsStudents interested in advocacyAnyone interested in prevention and community brain healthKey Message From This EpisodeBrain health is not only something we learn about. It is something we practice. These youth leaders show what it looks like to turn knowledge into action.ResourcesLearn more about Shawn's work at Brainolicious Adventures™ and check out his books on Amazon!Explore Manasvi's work at The Mind InitiativeVisit Nandita's S.T.R.A.P. the Stroke App and learn more about her work at Cognitive ConnectionsDownload the Virtual Brain Health Center's resources for kids and teens on their websiteListen to our previous podcast conversation on brain health across the lifespan featuring Nandita!   Earn FREE CEsThe podcast qualifies for the following credit types: AMA PRA CATEGORY 1, ANCC, AAPA, APA, ASWB, and IPCE. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠⁠to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!Support the PodcastIf this episode inspired you:Share it with an educator or youth leaderSubscribe for more brain health conversationsLeave a review to help others find the showThank you for investing in your time in brain health today, and for the next generation.**This conversation was part of the Virtual Brain Health Center's Brain Week 2026 events and is being released on the podcast to reach a broader audience.

Georgina Godwin meets Nicholas Thompson, CEO of ‘The Atlantic’, to discuss ‘The Running Ground’, a memoir which intertwines his career in journalism, his relationship with his father and his passion for running.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leadership has no age requirement — and courage often comes before confidence.In this episode of the She Spark Podcast, we sit down with Isabelle Brown, a Prescott High School student who is already making a powerful impact in her community. From advocating for accessibility as a middle schooler to leading the Teen Advisory Council at The Launch Pad, Isabelle is passionate about creating spaces where every young person feels seen and supported.Living with a balance disorder and sensory challenges, Isabelle turned personal obstacles into purpose, becoming an advocate for accessibility, representation, and youth leadership. Her work has even extended internationally through an Interact service trip to Kenya where she helped deliver mobility aids and school supplies.We talk about overcoming fear, finding your voice, and why listening to young people matters when building stronger communities.✨ In this episode we explore:• Turning personal challenges into advocacy• Youth leadership and community impact• Overcoming the fear of public speaking• The power of listening to teen voices• Why leadership doesn't need a blueprintIf you believe in empowering the next generation of leaders, this conversation will leave you inspired.

In this Omni Talk Retail episode, recorded live at Retail Technology Show 2026 in London, Chris Walton is honored to talk with Archie Norman, Chairman of Marks & Spencer, about what it really takes to lead a successful business turnaround in today's retail environment. Archie shares why struggling organizations often create internal narratives that mask reality, and explains how transformation begins by confronting the “unvarnished truth.” He outlines the importance of listening to frontline employees, rebuilding trust across the organization, and creating a culture where honesty unlocks energy for change. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, he also breaks down why urgency and patience must coexist in any turnaround, and how empowering teams at every level drives long-term progress. The conversation also explores the evolving role of AI in retail, not as an immediate profit driver, but as a force that is reshaping how leaders access information, make decisions, and increase transparency across their organizations. Key Topics Covered: • Why failing businesses develop narratives that hide the truth • The role of frontline insight in driving real transformation • Why culture change requires both urgency and time • The importance of leadership honesty and decisive action • How to build an engaged and effective board • Why AI is transforming knowledge access and decision-making • The growing impact of transparency across organizations • Why strong data foundations are critical for AI success Thank you to Vusion for supporting Omni Talk Retail's live coverage from Retail Technology Show 2026! #RTS2026 #RetailTechnologyShow #OmniTalkRetail #RetailLeadership #BusinessTransformation #AIinRetail #RetailStrategy #CorporateGovernance #Vusion

When is the last time you let AI ask you questions? What sensations arose in you when you reflected on these questions, and what came up in as you reached for an answer? I have been reflecting on some probing questions asked of me, by AI, when nudged by a human in a recent book talk. This all stemmed from a book I wrote and published in August 2025 titled: "Leading Change in the Era of AI." Enjoy the listen and let me know what comes up in you as you reflect, listen and discern. Here is to the messiness of being human.

In this episode, Dr. Marya Wright, DSW discusses her journey to becoming the new president-elect of the California NASW, the importance of strong professional associations, and the current political landscape affecting social workers. She shares insights on leadership, advocacy, and balancing personal and professional life during challenging times.Key Topics:Maria Wright's election as president-elect of California NASW.The importance of advocacy and membership in social work.Impact of current political climate on social workers.Strategies for leadership and community engagement.Balancing personal life and professional responsibilities.Follow Dr. Wright on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryawrightFollow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesocialworkrantspodcast

In this episode of The Parlor Room Presents: Hello AI, host and Harvard Business School Online Creative Director Chris Linnane speaks with HBS Professor Linda Hill about why AI adoption depends on more than technology. Drawing on her research, Hill explains why leaders must rethink the way work gets done, teams collaborate, and organizations build the trust and capabilities to use AI effectively—and why the most successful companies treat AI as an opportunity to redesign work, not just automate it. GUEST Linda A. Hill, Wallace Brett Donham Professor of Business Administration RESOURCES Learn more from Hill in her course Leading in the Digital World, which is part of HBS Online's Learn more from Hill in her course Leading in the Digital World, which is part of HBS Online's Credential of Leadership, Impact, and Management in Business (CLIMB) and the Credential of Digital Innovation and Strategy Catch up on the previous Parlor Room episode, Linda Hill on Leading Change and the Paradoxes of Management Check out Hill's book mentioned in this episode, Collective GeniusCheck out Hill's book mentioned in this episode, Collective Genius Related HBS Online Blog Posts: 5 Digital Leadership Skills That Can Help Advance Your Career 3 Tips to Help You Lead in the Digital World AI-Powered Business Process Automation: When to Automate vs. Augment

"Getting better is not easy, but it's the only way to be successful." Notable Moments [00:02:52] Why Longstanding Employees Resist Change [00:03:36] Leading Change with Clarity and Purpose [00:05:29] Why Timing Matters When Improving Service [00:06:58] Communicating Change and Gaining Buy-In [00:12:32] Why Persistence Wins Over Resistance Improving customer service often requires changing long-standing habits. Even when people want change, acting on it is where resistance shows up. In this episode, Lee Cockerell explains why employees push back on change. He shares how leaders can communicate clearly, involve their teams, and stay persistent to gain buy-in and elevate service standards. Read my blog for more from this episode.  Resources CockerellStore.com The Cockerell Academy About Lee Cockerell Mainstreet Leader Jody Maberry Travel Guidance Magical Vacation Planners are my preferred travel advisors. Reach out to have them help plan your next vacation. You can reach them at 407-442-2694.

Sherry Heyl, Amplified Concepts, on Learn to Love the Rollercoaster, the PATH Framework, and Leading Change in an AI Era (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 950) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray welcomes Sherry Heyl, founder and CEO of Amplified Concepts, to talk about change leadership, the human cost of fear-driven organizations, […]

In this compilation episode of The Parlor Room Presents: Hello AI, host and Harvard Business School Online Creative Director Chris Linnane gathers HBS faculty to share actionable advice for early-career professionals. From pairing AI skills with foundational business knowledge to building relationships and making strategic career decisions, faculty share what it takes to grow and succeed in an AI-driven world. GUESTS Linda Hill, Wallace Brett Donham Professor of Business Administration Sunil Gupta, Edward W. Carter Professor of Business Administration Felix Oberholzer-Gee, Andreas Andresen Professor of Business Administration Willy Shih, Robert and Jane Cizik Baker Foundation Professor of Management Practice in Business Administration Jake Cook, Lecturer of Business Administration RESOURCES Catch up on previous episodes of The Parlor Room: Linda Hill on Leading Change and the Paradoxes of Management (https://hbs.me/4svxhhmz) Felix Oberholzer-Gee on the Frameworks of Business Strategy (https://hbs.me/mvuumck9) Sunil Gupta on Data-Driven Digital Marketing Strategies (https://hbs.me/43s5u336) You can also watch The Parlor Room on YouTube: https://hbs.me/2fh4jtxp

How can pastors lead meaningful change in their church without burning out—or getting pushed out? In this episode of Revitalize and Replant, hosts Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst share practical strategies for leading church revitalization wisely, patiently, and biblically. How to Lead Change in the Church: Move at a shepherd's pace, not a CEO's pace Teach clear, biblical reasons for change Honor the church's past while guiding its future Communicate vision consistently and clearly Expect resistance—and respond with patience Resources Related to This Episode: Land Ho! Seven Keys to Navigating the Adventurous and Challenging Waters of Change by Walker Armstrong and Mark Hallock

How can pastors lead meaningful change in their church without burning out—or getting pushed out? In this episode of Revitalize and Replant, hosts Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst share practical strategies for leading church revitalization wisely, patiently, and biblically. How to Lead Change in the Church: Move at a shepherd's pace, not a CEO's pace  Teach clear, biblical reasons for change  Honor the church's past while guiding its future  Communicate vision consistently and clearly  Expect resistance—and respond with patience  Resources Related to This Episode: Land Ho! Seven Keys to Navigating the Adventurous and Challenging Waters of Change by Walker Armstrong and Mark Hallock Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Change does not begin with institutions. It begins with people. In honor of Women's History Month, Commonwealth Club World Affairs convenes an extraordinary panel of women whose leadership has shaped San Francisco's civic, community and policy landscape. Connie Chan, supervisor for District 1 and candidate for California's 11th congressional district, has served at every level of local government, from community organizer and legislative aide to chair of the Board of Supervisors Budget Committee. An immigrant who arrived in San Francisco at age 13, she has championed environmental justice, immigrant protections, and safeguards for healthcare, housing, and food security. Tracy Gallardo is a native San Franciscan and longtime community organizer who has dedicated decades to advancing equity for Latino and marginalized families. From youth development and juvenile justice reform to co-founding the Latino Task Force on COVID-19, her work reflects steady, relationship-driven leadership that strengthens neighborhoods from within. Sherrice Dorsey-Smith, executive director of the San Francisco Department of Children, Youth and Their Families, has led historic citywide grantmaking and cross-sector initiatives, including the Community Hubs Initiative during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her leadership centers a whole-child, systems-based approach to supporting young people and families. Patsy Tito, Ph.D., has served the Samoan and Pacific Islander community for more than 25 years through the Samoan Community Development Center. By integrating cultural preservation with clinical mental health practice, she has worked to normalize conversations about wellness and strengthen intergenerational resilience. Together, these leaders embody the intersection of power, policy and purpose. This conversation will explore how identity shapes leadership, how women navigate institutions not originally built for them, the unseen labor that holds communities together, and what policies they would implement if given the power to act immediately. From the visible chambers of government to the quieter work of community building, this program highlights the wisdom, courage, and determination required to lead change and what it will take to build a more representative and equitable future. Join us for an evening of insight, reflection, and civic dialogue. The appearance in Commonwealth Club World Affairs programs of candidates for office are not a recommendation or endorsement of their views or candidacy; the Club does not take positions on candidates or ballot measures. The Commonwealth Club World Affairs of California is a nonprofit public forum; we welcome donations made during registration to support the production of our programming. A Social Impact Member-led Forum program. Forums at the Club are organized and run by volunteer programmers who are members of The Commonwealth Club, and they cover a diverse range of topics. Learn more about our Forums. Commonwealth Club World Affairs is a public forum. Any views expressed in our programs are those of the speakers and not of Commonwealth Club World Affairs. Organizer: Virginia Cheung  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to be a Change-Seeker? The most effective leaders and team cultures may just be intentional about seeking the change they desire. Jason explores the findings of the Harvard Global Leadership Development Study and the roadmap for building a "change-seeking" organizational culture. Read the Complete Show Notes Here including the Harvard Global Leaders Study: https://www.jasonvbarger.com/podcast/change-seeking-leaders/ Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! Summary: In a world where technology, market trends, and workplace expectations shift at lightning speed, how do the most effective organizations move from simply surviving to truly thriving? In this episode of The Thermostat, Jason V Barger examines a critical mandate from the recent Harvard Global Leadership Development Study: the necessity of cultivating a "change-seeking" organizational culture. This conversation moves beyond standard change management theory to address the mindset required to stimulate progress. Jason breaks down his "6 A's of Leading Change"—a disciplined, intentional process that moves from initial assessment to permanent anchoring. He explores why most teams fail by jumping straight to action without alignment, and how executives can use clear language to drive the behaviors necessary for a future-proof corporate culture. Essential listening for C-Suite executives, HR directors, and team leaders, this episode offers a tactical guide for anyone ready to challenge the status quo. Jason provides actionable insights on moving from "busyness" to effectiveness, ensuring that leadership in teams is rooted in a clear, shared vision for the road ahead. Episode Notes & Timestamps: [00:00] Intro: Jason sets the stage for a conversation on what it means to be a change seeker in a rapidly evolving world. [00:03] The Harvard Mandate: An overview of the recent Global Leadership Development Study and its #1 recommendation for organizations looking to thrive in 2026. [00:06] Defining the Change Seeker: Why looking in the mirror is the first step to improving systems, cultures, and team experiences. [00:09] The Trap of "Busyness": Differentiating between being busy and being effective, and why leaders must resist the urge to jump to action without a process. [00:10] The 6 A's Framework: Jason introduces the structured process for leading change: Assess, Align, Aspire, Articulate, Act, and Anchor. [00:11] Step 1 & 2: Assess & Align: The importance of being brutally honest about your current state and building a sense of urgency across the team. [00:12] Step 3 & 4: Aspire & Articulate: How painting a clear vision and using intentional language serves as the primary driver for desired behaviors. [00:14] Step 5 & 6: Act & Anchor: Connecting vision to tangible action and embedding change into the organizational DNA through hiring, onboarding, and development. [00:15] Leading with Intention: A closing reflection on why change is led by discipline and commitment rather than by accident. Key Takeaways for Leaders: Proactive Progress: Shift your team from a reactive posture to a "change-seeking" mindset that looks for improvement in every system. Language Drives Behavior: Utilize clear, articulated values to ensure every team member understands the vision they are being asked to own. Intentional Anchoring: Ensure the longevity of your initiatives by weaving change into your operational habits and leadership development programs. Listen to the full episode and access show notes at: https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/change-seeking-leaders/ Bio: Jason Barger is a husband, father, speaker, and author who is passionate about business leadership and corporate culture. He believes that corporate culture is the "thermostat" of an organization, and that it can be used to drive performance, innovation, and engagement. The show features interviews with business leaders from a variety of industries, as well as solo episodes where Barger shares his own insights and advice.   Co nnect: Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonVBarger Make Your 2026 Effective! Book Jason with your team at https://www.jasonvbarger.com Like or Follow Jason

What does leadership look like in a world where the pace of change is accelerating, and anxiety is increasingly present in our systems?In this special roundtable episode of the Sacred Changemakers Podcast, Jayne Warrilow is joined by members of the Resonance Collective for an open, emergent dialogue exploring what leaders and coaches are experiencing in the field right now. Together, we reflect on how acceleration is reshaping the landscape of leadership and change. Drawing on our lived experience working with leaders, teams, and organizations, we share observations from the front lines of change.We explore how anxiety is showing up in our systems, why so many people are feeling the strain of this moment, and what new capacities we may need to cultivate to navigate the future with wisdom and humanity. What unfolds is not a scripted conversation, but a genuine exchange of perspectives, insights, and reflections emerging from the relational field of dialogue itself. At times, it feels as though the conversation taps into something larger than any one voice, perhaps even a collective wisdom that arises when thoughtful people gather together with curiosity and openness.This episode offers a glimpse into what leaders and coaches are truly seeing in the field today and invites listeners to reflect on how we might consciously respond to the world we are now living in and lead change within it.Key TakeawaysHow acceleration is reshaping the challenges leaders face todayWhy anxiety is increasingly present and what we can do about itThe tension between certainty and presence in change relationshipsHow leadership is shifting from control toward relational awarenessWhat new capacities coaches and leaders may need to navigate the future with wisdomMeet Our GuestsTracey Lukes is an executive and relational systems coach who works with leaders facing complex change, difficult relationships, and the growing anxiety many organizations are experiencing in today's rapidly accelerating world. Her work focuses on the human dynamics beneath leadership and organizational change: the relational patterns, power dynamics, and emotional currents that quietly shape how people lead, collaborate, and respond under pressure. For more than 20 years, Tracey has partnered with senior leaders and leadership teams across industries, helping them navigate conflict, uncertainty, and high-stakes moments with greater clarity, steadiness, and relational intelligence. Learn more at www.SynergyPointGlobal.comClaudia Lindby is an executive coach and strategic leadership advisor based in Denmark, Europe. She brings more than 25 years of experience at the intersection of strategy, leadership, and organizational behavior. Her background includes senior leadership roles in global brands and more than two decades advising leaders and organizations across industries and markets. Her work focuses on strengthening leadership maturity, organizational health, and the behavioral foundations required for sustainable performance. She supports boards and executive teams, assessing leadership, culture, collaboration, and aligning with strategic ambition. https://claudialindby.com/Jason Stein is an acupuncturist, executive coach, and founder of Wellness Driven Leadership based in Joseph, Oregon. With more than 25 years of experience working with entrepreneurs, founders, and community leaders, Jason helps people align purpose, health, and profits so success doesn't come at the cost of well-being. He brings together ancient wisdom, modern leadership strategies, and real-world business experience to help founders and owners build meaningful impact in their work and communities. Along with his wife Rachel, Jason also cofounded Wallowa Ave Wellness, a remote wellness center in Eastern Oregon. https://jasonstein.com/Blair Morris was a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a long career in healthcare leadership before becoming a transformational coach and founder of Liminalities™. As they navigate the liminal spaces of true change, Blair partners with her clients around a framework that ensures awareness of aspects such as mind, body, heart, & spirit, to support the client as they work to reconnect to their wholeness, develop conscious awareness, awaken inner wisdom, and lead with intention. She is one of the authors of the best-selling book Leading with Compassion: Cultivating Connection from the Inside Out (2025) and is an artist, gardener, equestrian, and hiker in her free time. She brings a lifelong devotion to conscious, regenerative living into her work, community building, and life. https://theliminalway.com/About the HostJayne Warrilow is the founder of Sacred Changemakers, a global community and learning space exploring the intersection of human resonance, regenerative change, and conscious leadership.Learn more at sacredchangemakers.com

Elaine sits down with Melody Crisp, co-founder of humanitarian charity Thrive, for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it actually takes to create change in the world's most forgotten crisis zones. From the reality of displaced communities in Myanmar to the collapse of global aid funding following USAID cuts, this episode pulls back the curtain.Melody breaks down why the traditional top-down charity model is broken, how Thrive is flipping the script by funding local leaders with local solutions, and why $5 genuinely changes lives. Together they tackle donor fatigue, ethical storytelling, the trauma of doom-scrolling, and what it means to show up as an activist without burning yourself out. This is a masterclass in conscious leadership, humanitarian innovation, and the quiet, consistent power of doing the next right thing.Key takeawaysLocal people usually know best what their communities actually need, and aid works better when they lead the solutions. Traditional aid systems often dilute impact because money gets filtered down through layers of administration before reaching people on the ground. Thrive focuses on getting funding closer to grassroots leaders already doing meaningful work in Myanmar. Sustainable support matters more than good optics. A water filtration system can create far more long-term impact than short-term bottled water distribution. Education is not just about schooling. In conflict zones, it can help protect children from recruitment, exploitation, and loss of life. Real community development starts by asking what strengths already exist, not just what is broken. Ethical storytelling matters. Humanitarian work should respect people's dignity, safety, and reality, rather than exploiting trauma for attention. Small contributions genuinely matter. Even modest donations can have a real and measurable effect in communities facing crisis. Hope is not passive. It is built through action, relationships, and people choosing to show up consistently, even when the problems feel overwhelming. Links:Thrive OrganizationPodcastathon Charity Event

Skip Steward, VP and Chief Improvement Officer at Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation, sat down with Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share what thirty-four years of cross-industry experience looks like when it's put to work inside one of the most complex systems in existence, American healthcare. The conversation opened on the challenge of prioritization, a particular puzzle in healthcare where competing demands and shifting conditions are the norm. Skip traced his team's solution back to a strategic A3 deployment process he brought to Baptist Memorial nearly thirteen years ago, developed with the guidance of mentor and improvement expert Pascal Dennis, author of Getting the Right Things Done. At the highest level, this process organizes all work under four guiding themes: right care, right time, right place, and right cost. Skip noted that across Baptist's more than twenty-four thousand employees, almost anyone can finish that sentence from memory, a quiet but telling measure of how deeply the direction has taken root throughout the organization. But strategy at the enterprise level is only part of the story. Skip described how, at the ground level, he returns again and again to one clarifying question: "What are we trying to accomplish?" He shared a recent visit to a clinic where an enthusiastic manager had a full list of ideas and concerns, and fell completely silent when Skip asked that single question. Her honest answer was that she wasn't sure. For Skip, that moment is not a failure. It's the essential starting point. Without knowing what you're anchoring to, he argued, everything else is just activity. Much of the conversation centered on how Skip and his team build the human side of improvement. The Baptist Management System is built on eleven guiding principles organized around people, process, and purpose, and Skip pointed to two practices that do the most work in making collaboration real. The first is TWI Job Relations, a framework he described as the best way he knows to turn respect for people from a value on a wall into a daily operational skill, helping teams respond to problems objectively rather than emotionally. The second is humble inquiry, which Skip practices as the art of asking open-ended questions you genuinely don't know the answers to, to understand someone's situation before trying to improve it. Whether speaking with a senior physician or someone new to the front lines, Skip described meeting people with curiosity rather than credentials, sometimes literally taking his jacket off to reduce the distance between them. The final stretch of the conversation turned to healthcare's broader challenges, and Skip was honest about the difficulty. He called healthcare the most complex open sociotechnical system he has encountered in his career, drawing on the thinking of organizational psychologist Edgar Schein. He pushed back firmly on the notion that any single solution, AI included, will fix the system's deep problems. What he believes in is a mindset: the patient, hypothesis-driven thinking that takes on one part of the process at a time. He pointed to a striking example from Baptist's own work, where a daily multidisciplinary patient review meeting that once lasted two hours has been reduced to a focused, information-rich fifteen minutes, the result not of top-down directives but of physicians and nurses experimenting their way forward. One doctor captured the shift with a line Skip clearly treasures: "I learned that it wasn't okay to wait." For Skip, stories like that are the reason for hope. To learn more about Skip Steward's work, visit baptistonline.org or connect with him on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/skipsteward.

Registration is now OPEN for the November 2026 cohort of my Japan Leadership Experience: https://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/What changes when leaders stop learning alone—and start learning together?Leadership development often focuses on individual insight: reading, listening, reflecting. But some of the most meaningful shifts in leadership don't happen that way.They happen when leadership teams go see, ask questions, and reflect together.That shared experience becomes a catalyst—aligning leaders around a new way of seeing their organization, supporting one another in practicing new behaviors, and driving lasting transformation.In this episode of Chain of Learning, you'll learn why immersive experiences can transform how leadership teams align, learn, and develop—and why learning in context often leads to change that lasts.Drawing on examples from my Japan Leadership Experience, we look at what happens when leadership teams step away from the day-to-day pressures of their roles and create space to learn and reflect in new ways.Shared experiences give leadership teams something powerful: a common reference point for how they want to lead and improve—accelerating organizational transformation.In this episode, we explore how to:Shift from learning as an individual activity to learning as a leadership team practiceCreate alignment by seeing and reflecting on the same thingsMove from “What did I learn?” to “What are we seeing differently?”Turn shared insights into new leadership behaviors back at workUnderstand why immersion and context matter when developing people-centered leadershipIMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes with links to other podcast episodes and resources: ChainOfLearning.com/67 Check out my website for resources and ways to work with me KBJAnderson.comFollow me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kbjandersonDownload my free KATALYST™ Change Leader Self-Assessment: KBJAnderson.com/katalyst Learn more about my Japan Leadership Experience: kbjanderson.com/japantripRELATED EPISODES:Episode 25 | Getting Results Through the Power of Serious Leadership with Kecia Kelly and Amy ChaumetonEpisode 20 | How to Coach Executives and Influence Change with Brad ToussaintEpisode 48 | Make Leadership Meaningful: From Tools to Purposeful Impact with Josef ProcházkaEpisode 67 | Why Lifelong Learning Is the Foundation of Influence (and Can Limit Your Impact)Episode 4 | Leading for Impact: The Power of Being Over DoingEpisode 17 | Leading Change from the Middle with Pennie SaumTIMESTAMPS FOR THIS EPISODE:1:30 The gap between inspiration and the system you return to2:46  Three conditions that most leadership development is missing.4:13 The fundamental difference when others are learning beside you vs. learning alone4:47 How Jim, Healthcare COO,  accelerated transformation by inviting his team on the Japan Leadership Experience6:49 Transformations that past Japan Leadership Experience have experienced in accelerated learning and sustaining excellence in their organization10:34 Unlocking shoshin - the beginner's mind - through immersive experiences12:04 The benefits of observing Japan employees and companies in person14:22 The depth of connection that forms when you learn together16:43 Why shared learning is important for leaders to make changes that sticks18:55 The cultural impact of the Japan Leadership Experience21:31 The deepest leadership changes that come from shared learning and shared leadership Registration is now OPEN for the November 2026 cohort of my Japan Leadership Experience: https://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/

What does it really take to lead meaningful change in schools — not just adopt new strategies, but fundamentally shift practice? In this powerful conversation, Zaretta Hammond joins Lindsay on the Time for Teachership podcast to discuss her latest book, Rebuilding Students' Learning Power: Teaching for Instructional Equity and Cognitive Justice. Together, we explore what it means to pursue cognitive justice, why change is so difficult in schools, and how instructional leaders can move beyond surface-level reforms toward true transformation. Zaretta challenges leaders to examine the mental models and explanatory stories that drive their decisions. She explains why many well-intentioned reforms — even progressive ones — can unintentionally maintain cognitive redlining. Most importantly, she offers a roadmap for leading change that centers students as learners, not just participants. This is not a conversation about adding one more strategy. It's about rethinking the recipe.   Key Takeaways 1. Cognitive Justice as the Dream Zaretta's vision for education is rooted in cognitive justice — ensuring every student becomes a powerful, independent learner. Colonization and systemic inequities have historically underdeveloped the cognitive capacity of marginalized communities through invisible sorting mechanisms. Instructional equity requires intentionally countering those systems.  2. Resetting Mental Models Change does not begin with new strategies. It begins with interrogating the explanatory stories we tell ourselves: What narratives do we hold about students and families? Where did those beliefs originate? How do those stories drive our instructional decisions? Leaders must first collect and examine the stories circulating in their schools before attempting transformation. 3. From Pedagogy of Compliance to Pedagogy of Possibility Many school systems still operate within a "grammar of schooling" that hasn't shifted in over a century. Pacing guides, engagement checklists, and surface-level reforms often reinforce compliance rather than build learning power. The shift requires: Integrating "learning how to learn" skills into curriculum pacing Designing classrooms as cognitive apprenticeships Creating productive struggle Moving students from novice → journeyman → mastery 4. Beware of Poor Proxies for Learning Observable engagement does not equal learning. Students repeating learning targets, appearing busy, or using the right jargon can create an illusion of learning. Leaders must develop a science-of-learning lens to avoid being misled by these poor proxies. Professionalism in education requires ongoing inquiry into instruction — not just strategy adoption.   Get Your Episode Freebie & More Resources On My Website: https://www.lindsaybethlyons.com/blog/247    Connect With Guest Zaretta Hammond: Website: www.ready4rigor.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zaretta-hammond-2b122ba/ 

What drives you? Unlock the strength of Belief

Change management sounds abstract. Even a little boring.But if you care about making things better, in your company, your family, your community, or yourself, then you're in the business of driving change. And the ability to lead and manage that well may be one of the most important skills of the next five to ten years.In this episode, I unpack why change so often fails, especially in technically minded environments. We default to thinking the strategy wasn't good enough, the plan wasn't tight enough, or the tactics weren't executed cleanly enough.Sometimes that's true.But more often than we admit, change fails because we treat it like a technical problem when it's actually a human one.I share how I've been thinking about change inside PJ Wallbank Springs, what I've learned from watching leaders like Chris Wallbank and Tracy Fletcher take this seriously, and the four conditions that I believe have to be true before real buy-in can happen.This isn't a clean framework or a step-by-step playbook. It's a reflection on what I'm seeing, where I've struggled, and what seems to matter if you want change to actually stick.Topics CoveredWhy leading change may be the defining leadership skill of the next decadeProactive change vs responding to external changeWhy most change efforts fail, even with good plansThe difference between technical complexity and human complexityHow identity and ego quietly resist changeWhy force and authority don't create lasting commitmentThe four conditions required for genuine buy-inTrust, understanding, belief in direction, and belief in successWhy meaningful change requires long-term relationship investment“Go slow to go fast” in practiceApplying these ideas across work, family, and personal growthClosing ThoughtChange isn't a sprint. It isn't a memo. And it isn't just better tactics.It's deeply human work.And if we want to build better, we have to treat it that way.Music: Slow Burn, Kevin Macleod

In this episode, we take a leadership journey through the four essential pillars of successful organizational change: Vision, Emotional Intelligence, Decisiveness and Openness. Drawing from the recent article How to Successfully Lead Organizational Change, we explore how every leader – whether founder, C-suite executive or emerging internal change champion – can step into their role with clarity, confidence, and humanity. Expect concrete take-aways, real-world application and reflection prompts for your next big change initiative. Key Take-aways Vision is non-negotiable Change without a clear destination is like driving in the fog; your team will feel lost and unmotivated. (Breakfast Leadership Network) As the article states: “If you don't have a vision, you will also find it very difficult to motivate and lead your team.” (Breakfast Leadership Network) In practice: create a vivid picture of the “after-state” for your organization and share that widely. Emotional intelligence is the hidden accelerator Recognizing how your people are feeling—and why—is vital. (Breakfast Leadership Network) Change triggers uncertainty, fear, resistance. As the article reminds, being tuned in helps you support team members effectively. Practical tip: map out the emotional journey your team might take during the change. Pre-empt fears and build empathy early. Decisiveness keeps momentum alive In times of change, leadership vacillation kills progress. The article highlights that your team looks to you to “take the reins.” (Breakfast Leadership Network) It's not about making everything perfect—rather, about making the right call, owning it, and moving forward. Consider installing a decision framework: how will you determine when to act vs. when to pause and reflect. Openness builds trust and fuels participation Transparency matters more when things are shifting. The article says that being “open with your teams” is “especially important.” (Breakfast Leadership Network) Communicating the “why,” the “how,” and the “what's next” helps reduce fear and invites buy-in rather than resistance. Real-world practice: hold regular “change check-ins” where people can surface concerns, ask questions, and feel heard. Discussion Questions for Your Team: Reflect on a major change you led (or were part of). How clear was the vision? How did that shape the outcome? How do you as a leader stay emotionally tuned in during change—what practices help you sense team mood and response? In your experience, where do leaders most often hesitate during change? What tends to cause that hesitation and how can it be mitigated? What transparency looks like in your organization? Are you striking the right balance between “too little” and “too much” communication? Looking ahead: in your next organizational change initiative, which of these four pillars deserves most of your attention—and what will be your first action step? Action Steps for Listeners Grab a blank sheet and map your current or upcoming change initiative using the four pillars: Vision, Emotions, Decisiveness, Openness. Identify one thing you are not doing now (or could do better) in each pillar—and pick one pillar to focus on this week. Schedule a “change check-in” with your team where you openly share the vision, invite questions, and surface emotional reactions. Commit to a decision-cadence: set a fixed date (within next two weeks) when you will make a key change decision and communicate it, rather than letting it linger. Who Should Listen Founders, CEOs, senior leaders facing a significant organizational change (e.g., pivot, restructure, culture shift) HR, change-management and OD professionals charged with leading or supporting change efforts Emerging leaders looking to step into change-leadership roles and build their competence in guiding transitions Anyone interested in the human side of change—how emotions, trust and clarity influence outcomes. Links & Resources Link to the article: How to Successfully Lead Organizational Change Learn more: BreakfastLeadership.com/blog If you're planning a change initiative and need support, reach out for coaching and advisory services with the Breakfast Leadership Network. Final Thought Change is inevitable—but successful change doesn't just “happen.” It is led. As the article reminds us, it takes a visible vision, emotional attunement, bold decisions and open communication. If you lean into these four pillars, you'll lead not just a transition, but a transformation.