Equipped For Change®

"The road to hell is paved with good intentions." This saying essentially means it's not enough to mean to do well; you have to actually do well. So many times companies, organizations and leaders focus on crafting the talk that they never get around to planning and implementing the walk. Tune in as Keisha A Rivers provides 3 ways that you can ensure that you are equipping your organization to tru...

Change is a process that begins with an event. But so often we miss the transformational process of change because we don't tell our personal story of change. Jared Karol guests on this episode and provides insight into why we should own and share our stories and how that impacts our ability to learn, grow and connect. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscrib...

The real work of change isn't in the statements, slogans or public posturing. Change isn't in the new procedures, policies, processes or mandates. Change isn't in the strategies, planning or programs. Change happens in shifts. Shifts in attitudes. Shifts in thinking. Shifts in conversations. Shifts in relationships. Shifts in connecting. Shifts in what we tolerate and shifts in what we stand up fo...

How many times have you been overwhelmed by all of the change that seems to be coming your way? How do you deal with feelings of uncertainty where you just don't know what to do? Tune in as Keisha A Rivers shares 3 tips that you can take today to shift your thinking about change and take action to create success. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...

Change isn't something that happens TO you -- it's something that requires action FROM you. How many times have you encountered endless meetings, countless conversations, numerous plans -- but STILL no action? Join Keisha A Rivers as she outlines 5 steps that you can take to move your people from talking about it to DOING something about it. You don't want to miss this! This is a public episode. I...

When faced with chaos, uncertainty and discomfort, it's natural to want a quick fix so we can feel better and feel as if we've done something that will move the needle. But when we focus on surface solutions we miss out on the opportunity to do the deep work that leads to long-term success. On this episode, Keisha A Rivers discusses 3 areas where you need to focus if you want to do the deep work o...

Change is already messy. When you throw in difficult conversations about race, discrimination, weaknesses, conflicts and failure--you REALLY set things off. The truth is that words matter. What you say and what someone else understands can be two entirely different things. In this episode, Keisha A Rivers shares 3 tips to equip you to navigate difficult conversations and create an atmosphere that'...

So often during the process of change, we get tired and want to know "Are we there yet?". Change fatigue happens when the process of change feels overwhelming and there is little hope that the end is in sight. Join Keisha A Rivers as she provides three ways to overcome change fatigue and how you can equip your people to continue to do the work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discus...

Being impatient and trying to force change will only leave you frustrated and defeated. In order to manage the process of change, you have to understand and accept that change is a marathon, not a sprint. Change takes time. It doesn't happen overnight (even if we wish otherwise). Join Keisha A Rivers as she outlines the top 3 reasons why change initiatives fail and gives you a 4-step process to gu...

The process of change requires a "shift" in order for long-term success. Unless we idenfity ways of connecting with and teaching others to form new ways of thinking, there can be no new ways of being and doing. Join Keisha A Rivers as she provides insights on how you can identify and leverage the power of the teachable moment to create true transformation and long-lasting change. This is a public...

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion do not just happen overnight. In order for your organization to establsh sound approaches and create a culture that values everyone and promotes equity and belonging, you have to commit to the process. Atena Hensch joins us to discuss the journey of DEI and how organizations can effectively work towards creating a truly equitable environment for all employees. This...

Privilege is about power. Those who have it (even if it's through no effort of their own), have a responsibility to use it when it comes to impacting and influencing change. Listen in as we outline five things that you can do as an ally to wield your privilege and influence change. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, v...

Difficult conversations are never "fun". They can be tense, intense, challenging, contentious and downright exhausting. But if we are truly serious and committed to the process of change, we have to be open to having difficult conversations. Join Keisha A Rivers as she provides three steps to having difficult conversations that will help you move things forward. This is a public episode. If you wo...

Words have power. When you read "Giraffe Pimp" what immediately came to mind? That's right, you have a vision of a giraffe dressed like a pimp in your head right now don't you? So if something as simple as "giraffe pimp" has changed your thoughts and influenced your mood, what else can we do with the words that we speak? Today's episode is a mic-side chat where we talk honestly and candidly about...

Dynamic organizations are created by recruting and hiring dynamic people. You can't create agile, innovative companies without being open to examing all of your processes differently--including recruiting and hiring. Our organizational model includes a very traditional way of recruiting and onboarding talent. But what if we were to shift our way of recruiting new people to support a new way of cre...

Crisis and unexpected change highlights who you really are at your core. It shines a light on the parts of you that you may have tried to hide from yourself and the world. So how to we change who we show up as if we don't like it? What steps are there to take that will equip us to be our best selves--even in the midst of uncertainty? Join Keisha A Rivers as she talks about how change impacts us an...

As we find ourselves relying more on technology to stay in touch, it begs the question of whether we can build true connections in a remote environment. Whether you're working from home, connecting with others personally or trying to forge new networks, forming and nurturing relationships when you're not face to face can be a challenge. Join our guest Shalini Nag as she provides insights, tips and...

No one wants to "quit". We have attached so many preconceived notions to the idea of 'giving up' that makes us feel like we're a failure. But what if saying "I quit" WASN'T failing? What if giving yourself permission to "quit" was really giving yourself permission to pivot? Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result is the layman's definition of insanity. Making an i...

No matter what the industry, leaders at one point or another have asked themselves "why aren't we more successful?" If we examine the history of companies and organizations, we can inevitably point to instances where success has seemed elusive and a shift was required. Today we're faced with yet another shift--a forced change that has caused companies large and small to rethink the way business mu...

What does it mean to be equipped for change? This goes beyond simply having the materials and supplies that we need, it involves being prepared mentally and emotionally. What will you do in the midst of change? How will you handle the process to create a life that is better? Listen in as Keisha A Rivers, President & Chief Outcome Facilitator of The KARS Group LTD provides a breakdown of what y...

When I was an elementary school teacher, I used to tell my students all the time to "put your thinking cap on" when I wanted them to look beyond the obvious and do some really DEEP thinking to come up with creative solutions. Now I'm telling YOU the same thing! Adjusting to change and creating our "new normal" can feel completely overwhelming at times. But what if instead of thinking of change as...

Navigating the process of change requires us to move beyond emotional reactions to thinking strategically about what needs to be done and the order in which we need to take action. In medical centers when there is an emergency, you first see someone in triage where they assess the situation and determine in what order action needs to be taken. We need to do the same in our own assessment of our ci...

In times of change and crisis, the true underlying foundations of an organization's culture and climate will be exposed. If you have a great culture and climate, that will help your organization navigate difficult times successfully; but if your culture and climate are lacking, then you're definitely going to need some help. Join us as Nicole Turner provides insights on steps that you can take to...

When faced with change (especially unforeseen or unexpected change) we automatically want to hold onto what's familiar and comfortable because we're creatures of habit. But what happens when you prepare for what's coming and instead lean into the shift that's necessary for you to grow? Join Keisha A Rivers as she provides a three step process to assist you in preparing for the shift and creating s...

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) are concepts that companies and organizations oftentimes have issues implementing when things are "normal". Now faced with a crisis, they are finding that these times call for a greater understanding of and commitment to DEI as never before. But what is an organization to do when faced with DEI issues that have to be addressed in the midst of a unprecedented c...