Show Notes
What if resistance to change isn't actually the problem?
Most leaders assume resistance is something to overcome. When employees push back, ask difficult questions, or seem slow to get on board, it's often viewed as a barrier to progress. But according to Harvard-trained neuroscience researcher and author Travis Hahler, resistance isn't rebellion. It's biology.
In this conversation, we explore the science behind change management and why so many change initiatives fail despite good intentions. Drawing from behavioral neuroscience, Travis explains what's happening in the brain during organizational change, why every change involves some form of loss, and how leaders can improve leadership communication, build trust in leadership, and strengthen organizational culture during times of uncertainty.
In this episode, we cover: Why People Resist Change at Work The Neuroscience of Change and Threat Response How to Get Employee Buy-In During Organizational Change Why Change Initiatives Fail How Great Leaders Turn Resistance Into Advocacy
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