#28: Calm In The Storm: Leading Through Change

In this solo episode, Heather explores what it takes to lead well when everything feels uncertain. Using Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s well-known Change Curve, originally developed to describe the stages of grief, Heather walks us through how people emotionally process change, and how leaders can guide them through it with steadiness, compassion, and strength.You’ll learn:·       The emotional stages of change: denial, anger, depression, acceptance, and integration·       How to meet your team where they are without rushing them or losing momentum·       What it means to be a less-anxious presence in a time of upheaval·       Why managing your own internal state is the most powerful leadership move you can make·       How to unlock creativity on the other side of changeHeather offers real-world strategies to help you support your team, adjust your communication style, and stay grounded even when everything seems to be shifting under your feet."The most important work we do as leaders is the work we do on ourselves."If your team is facing uncertainty, or you're walking through change yourself, this episode offers a steady hand and a hopeful path forward.Contact us with podcast ideas: [email protected]