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Change Management
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Organizational Transformation
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Subtraction In Change Management
Employee Engagement
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Systems Change
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Conflict Management
Decision Making
Emotional Intelligence
Transforming Social Systems
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If you’re leading change in organizations, this will be your favourite podcast. Change is harder than ever. Transformation is more complex, unpredictable and overwhelming than it’s ever been. Change Signal cuts through the noise to find the good stuff that works. Michael Bungay Stanier, author of The Coaching Habit and organizational transformation student for thirty years, talks to the best think... more

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Here are three provocative questions that arise from this Change Signal conversation with John Anthony:

Are you engaging people before you try to influence them?

What resistance are you avoiding that you should be exploring?

And how... more

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Three questions sit at the heart of this Change Signal episode:

How much responsibility for change is owned throughout your organization?

How much room is there for more change?

How good are your mechanics at change?

In this solo a... more

Here are three provocative questions that arise from this Change Signal conversation with Simone Ahuja:

Are you solving the real problem or just the first one?

What constraint might actually spark creativity?

And who’s missing from ... more

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Here are three provocative questions that arise from this Change Signal conversation with Charlie Gilkey:

What if success scares you more than failure?

Where is your “head trash” quietly derailing your best ideas?

And who belongs in... more

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Recent Guests

John Anthony
Expert in motivational interviewing and founder of Transcend.
Transcend
Episode: The OARS of Real Engagement. John Anthony
Simone Ahuja
CEO of Blood Orange, proponent of Jugaad innovation
Blood Orange
Episode: Change Lessons from Jugaad Innovation. Simone Ahuja
Charlie Gilkey
Author of Start Finishing
Productive Flourishing
Episode: How to Clear Your "Head Trash." Charlie Gilkey
Dr. Ryan Brown
Author and expert on leadership development and measurement
Rice University's Dor Institute for New Leaders
Episode: Are You Measuring What Matters? Dr. Ryan Brown
Misha Glouberman
Expert on creating impactful gatherings
Episode: The Obvious/Elusive Idea That Transforms Meetings: Misha Glouberman
Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez
A leading expert in project management, author of The Project Management Handbook.
Episode: What Project Management Must Be Today: Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez
Vanessa Bohns
Professor and Chair of Organizational Behavior at Cornell University and author
Cornell University
Episode: Are You Influencing Without Knowing It? Vanessa Bohns
Hahrie Han
An academic and political scientist at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Why You Build Belonging Before Belief: Hahrie Han
Dr. Linda Ackerman Anderson
A wise and experienced practitioner of change
Being First
Episode: Common Mistakes in Leading Transformational Change: Linda Ackerman

Host

Michael Bungay Stanier
Host of Change Signal and author of The Coaching Habit, with extensive experience in organizational transformation and change management.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Noteworthy Insights on Leading Organizational Change

    I listen to a lot of podcasts, usually while multitasking.

    Change Signal is different.

    This is one of the very few podcasts where I routinely pause to take notes.

    Michael Bungay Stanier and his guests share practical, experience-based ways to think about and lead organizational change. They confront difficult realities, including how the sheer volume of change can make change harder. The conversations respect the complexity of organizational systems and the real impact change has on the assoc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SethW_
    United Statesa month ago
  • Change wisdom!

    Great interviews with key points pulled out for easy consumption and maximum value. Well produced. Also sign up for the newsletter. Perfect for change leaders.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    koneto12
    United States2 months ago
  • Insightful!

    I work in corporate communications and find this podcast really insightful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jul4788
    United States3 months ago
  • Great pearsl

    Love MBS, the guests on here are great. Practical and useful information for leaders

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LP-12753
    United States3 months ago
  • Literacy for change

    Man. That was a tough listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Miki🐛
    United Kingdom4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many find the content to be timely and essential for navigating the challenges faced in modern organizational change.
The podcast is noted for its empathetic approach and a deep understanding of the human dynamics involved in leadership and change.
Listeners appreciate the host's ability to extract practical insights from expert guests, making complex topics accessible and actionable.

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The OARS of Real Engagement. John Anthony
Q: Talk to me about motivational interviewing. I mean, first of all, why am I even thinking of doing motivational interviewing? What problem am I solving as a change leader?
You're trying to do two things: position yourself as a supporting partner and help the individual or organization resolve their own ambivalence about change.
How to Clear Your "Head Trash." Charlie Gilkey
Q: What would you recommend for someone struggling with head trash?
Start by identifying the real fear behind the head trash and consider how the worthy goal benefits others.
Friction. Good or Bad in Change? Robert Sutton
Q: How do you coach people to build their capacity for understanding the system?
Getting leaders to track someone through the entire process can enhance their system knowledge and improve their awareness of the existing connections and inefficiencies.
Friction. Good or Bad in Change? Robert Sutton
Q: What is your perspective on how organizations change and evolve?
Organizations change constantly but often not in the direction desired by those at the top, highlighting the complexities and unexpected nature of change.
Friction. Good or Bad in Change? Robert Sutton
Q: How do I get better at moving a leader from oblivious, you know, friction-making gunk producer to actually somebody who could be a helpful ally in any change process?
It starts with understanding the burdens or the work you're imposing, so leaders need to have more awareness and empathy regarding the processes that impact employees.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Change Signal

What is Change Signal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the complexities and challenges of organizational change, highlighting practices and insights from experts and leaders in the field. Key topics include leadership strategies, stakeholder engagement, the human dynamics of change, and effective communication. The host engages with notable guests to explore common pitfalls in change leadership and strategies for fostering a positive culture during transitions. The podcast emphasizes practical advice that listeners can apply in their own change initiatives, making it a valuable resource for leaders and managers looking to navigate transformation successfully.

Listeners can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the various dimensions of change management, including how... more

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1. John Anthony
2. Simone Ahuja
3. Charlie Gilkey
4. Dr. Ryan Brown
5. Misha Glouberman
6. Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez
7. Vanessa Bohns
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