In this episode of the Work Matters Podcast, host Thomas delves into change leadership with Elizabeth Moran, the founder of Elizabeth Moran Transformation and author of 'Forward: A Playbook Grounded in Neuroscience to Support Leaders Through Change’. The conversation explores why change is challenging for leaders, practical tips grounded in neuroscience for effective change leadership, dealing with resistance, and the importance of authenticity and empathy in the change process. Elizabeth emphasizes the need for leaders to manage their own discomfort, view resistance as valuable feedback, and engage teams in constructive dialogues. She also offers a special LinkedIn promotion for her book's audio version!00:00 Introduction: The Bottomless Pit of Organizational Needs02:11 Elizabeth's Journey into Change Leadership05:15 Understanding Resistance and Neuroscience in Change06:54 Practical Approaches to Leading Through Change11:53 Handling Tough Conversations and Authentic Leadership16:20 Balancing Analytic and Empathetic Networks20:29 Mistakes Leaders Make in Change Management37:19 The Importance of Self-Care and Resilience38:07 Conclusion and ResourcesHere is where you can learn more about Elizabeth and her work: Homepage: https://www.elizabethmorantransformation.comBook: https://www.amazon.com/Forward-Leading-Your-Through-Change/dp/1782792899LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-elizabeth-moran/Special gift for our listeners: If you buy a hardcopy of her book and connect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn, you get the audio version of the book for free!