Navigating Career Change and M&A Transitions with Executive Coach Ruth Redding

Going through a merger, restructure, or career transition? Executive coach Ruth Redding has survived eight major M&As and now helps leaders navigate organizational change with confidence. In this episode, Ruth shares her new Change Accelerator program designed to help executives thrive during uncertainty—not just survive it.Discover Ruth's three-circle framework for managing anxiety during change, why visibility matters more than keeping your head down, and how understanding your strengths can position you for the role you actually want. Plus, learn how Ruth's partnering with Cambridge Management Consulting to help companies get ROI from transformation programs by addressing the human side of change.🎧 CHAPTERS00:03 - Introduction and Ruth's Journey Through Eight M&As05:22 - Understanding Fight or Flight in Corporate Change08:12 - The Change Accelerator Program Explained12:13 - Why You Need to Lean In, Not Push Back13:43 - Building Confidence Through Group Coaching16:55 - Helping Companies Drive Transformation ROI20:29 - AI's Impact on Workplace Change26:15 - Ruth's Top 3 Tips for Managing Through Transition29:42 - The Power of Recognition During Change💡 KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Three Circles Framework:Circle of Control: Focus on what you CAN control daily (your attitude, punctuality, work quality)Circle of Influence: Build relationships and visibility with decision-makersCircle Beyond Control: Minimize time spent worrying about the unknowableRuth's Essential Change Survival Tips:Stay visible—don't hide during uncertaintyKnow your strengths and communicate where you want to goBuild resilience for the long game (restructures can take 6+ months)📚 RESOURCESAbout Ruth Redding:Ruth is an executive coach specializing in organizational change management with 25+ years of corporate experience. She's also an advisory board member and co-creator of the Herizon Awards, recognizing women making extraordinary impact.🌐 Visit: ruthredding.com🏆 Learn about Herizon Awards: herizonawards.com📅 See upcoming award deadlines: bintelligence.com/award-deadlinesTools Mentioned:Cloverleaf: AI-powered coaching platform for understanding team strengths and psychological profiles🎙️ ABOUT THE WINNER'S CIRCLEThe Winner's Circle celebrates leaders who are making extraordinary impact in their industries. Hosted by Russ Fordyce, Chief Recognition Officer at Business Intelligence Group.👍 ENJOYED THIS EPISODE?Yes, you should absolutely push like and subscribe! Here's why it matters:Subscribe so you never miss conversations with innovative leadersLeave a 5-star review to help others discover these insightsShare this episode with someone navigating career changeYour support helps us bring more valuable conversations to leaders facing today's workplace challenges.