Welcome to the Weekend Rewind! Today, Iâm sharing a conversation with someone Iâve had the privilege of knowing (and Zooming with!) for yearsâJeff Skipper. Jeff and I first met virtually through Alan Weissâs 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, Jeffâs worked with giants like IBM, Goldman Sachs, and the Salvation Army, helping them move through complex transformationâwith energy and mission at the centre.
In this episode, we chat about:
⢠Why leaders still struggle with engagement (even though the dataâs 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 Jeffâs adding fun back into facilitationâthink puffy vehicle stickers and award ceremonies đ
⢠The philosophy behind his book Dancing with Disruption and what COVID taught us about change resistance
đ Jeff also shares a sneak peek at his upcoming workshop activity guide (YES)âa collection of 30 powerful activities to help teams emotionally navigate and embrace change. You know Iâm obsessed with this!
If you're someone who facilitates, leads change, or wants to nail the human side of transformation, youâre going to love this.
đ§ Tune in and let us know what resonates!
đ Learn more about Jeff + grab his free resources at: jeffskipperconsulting.com (https://jeffskipperconsulting.com)
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