How to Overcome Resistance to Change (and Why It's Not a Bad Thing) - Thoughts from Kevin

How to Overcome Resistance to Change (and Why It's Not a Bad Thing) - Thoughts from Kevin

5:34 Oct 13, 2025
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Resistance to change isn't your enemy — it's energy. In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share why resistance is actually a good sign that people care, and how leaders can use that energy to create positive momentum. We'll cover: Why resistance is natural — even in changes we choose ourselves What most leaders get wrong when facing pushback How to acknowledge and value resistance (without giving in to it) How to turn resistance into engagement and better results When people resist a change, it means they care. Learn to see resistance as an opportunity, not an obstacle. ? Get Curated Learning Resources for your organization: https://kevineikenberry.com/curated-learning-resources My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast. I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button. Learn more about our offerings: ?? FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ?? LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ?? SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/ Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenber
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