July 5, 2025

🌴187. Dancing with disruption feat. Jeff Skipper (Weekend Rewind)

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Show Notes

Welcome to the Weekend Rewind! Today, I’m sharing a conversation with someone I’ve had the privilege of knowing (and Zooming with!) for years—Jeff Skipper. Jeff and I first met virtually through Alan Weiss’s consulting community, and finally caught up in person in Hawaii last year. He's not only a generous peer, but also a powerhouse when it comes to leading change in organisations.

With over 25 years of experience, Jeff’s worked with giants like IBM, Goldman Sachs, and the Salvation Army, helping them move through complex transformation—with energy and mission at the centre.

In this episode, we chat about:

Why leaders still struggle with engagement (even though the data’s out there)
The power of visible leadership and why being seen matters more than ever
What real emotional intelligence looks like in a workshop
How to build trust and momentum (even when no one wants to go first)
Why Jeff’s adding fun back into facilitation—think puffy vehicle stickers and award ceremonies 😂
The philosophy behind his book Dancing with Disruption and what COVID taught us about change resistance

📘 Jeff also shares a sneak peek at his upcoming workshop activity guide (YES)—a collection of 30 powerful activities to help teams emotionally navigate and embrace change. You know I’m obsessed with this!

If you're someone who facilitates, leads change, or wants to nail the human side of transformation, you’re going to love this.

🎧 Tune in and let us know what resonates!

📚 Learn more about Jeff + grab his free resources at: jeffskipperconsulting.com

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P.S. Ready to take things up a level? Here are some ways I can help: