Change Doesn't Happen When You Play It Safe | A Leaders' Panel Discussion

What does it really take to have the courage to change?In this episode, we unpack the real, messy, and powerful moments behind choosing change in your career and life.I sit down with Amber Shand, Founder of She Bites Back; Catherine Peacock, Co-Founder of 05:37; and Georgie Rechner, Bodybuilder and Founder of Midlife Rebel, who all found the courage to change their lives. This isn’t about overnight success or glossy highlight reels. It’s about the struggle to shift your identity, let go of old job titles, handle fear of judgement, and actually put in the work when things get tough. We dive deep into what makes bold change possible, and why being true to yourself matters more than anything.Whether you’re thinking about leaving your job, starting something new, or just need a bit more resilience, this conversation will help you see what courage really means, from losing people to building your own path.We cover:00:00 – Introduction01:24 – What it takes to make real change02:41 – Shifting your identity and asking for help03:04 – Launching a business and finding courage05:21 – The moment you decide to go for it07:27 – What pushes people to make big changes11:05 – Facing your biggest fears12:49 – Dealing with judgement and self-worth15:16 – Losing your identity and finding what’s next19:03 – The price of happiness vs material comfort21:02 – Keeping confidence going during tough times23:28 – Visualising the future and being true to yourself25:32 – Why failing isn’t really failure27:26 – Action, liminal spaces, and getting through anxiety29:19 – The reality of hard work in entrepreneurship33:38 – Balancing rest, joy and burnout45:55 – The grief and loss that comes with change49:09 – How midlife gives us ‘no tolerance for bullshit’51:54 – Building visible strength and confidence55:06 – Physical strength as mental strength58:27 – Introvert myths and running a business01:01:08 – Would you change anything? No regretsDon’t miss this honest and practical conversation about courage, change, and finding your own way.👍 Stay inspired by joining our YouTube community! Click the link, hit the subscribe button, leave a comment, and never miss an episode. Your support helps us empower courageous leaders like you!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ-x8fDHKEVb222qpQ_NQ🚀 Elevate Your Leadership:Book a call for transformative leadership and team coaching:Website: https://thechangecreators.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahowes/ → Join our newsletter for courageous leadership insights and advice. 👉 Subscribe here: https://the-change-creators.kit.com/1a5f3c9e54