Behind the Scenes: The Real Life of a Change Agent
Episode Summary:
Every leader loves the idea of transformation—until the change begins to cost comfort, certainty, and control. In this candid episode of The Game Changer with Dr. Sharalyn, we step inside the hidden world of change agents—the courageous leaders who challenge broken systems, navigate resistance, and carry the weight of unseen battles. If you’ve ever led behind the scenes, felt invisible, or questioned whether your work mattered, this episode will speak to your core.
Key Takeaways:
The hidden reality of leading change: Why the journey is often lonely, thankless, and misunderstood.
Mental and emotional resilience strategies: How to protect your well-being when the pressure to compromise is high.
The C.A.S.E. Method™ for thriving as a change agent: Courage, Adaptability, Self-Worth, and Endurance.
Influence over authority: Why mastering influence matters more than chasing titles.
How to withstand backlash and keep building your legacy.
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Mentioned: Dr. Marie Feagins, Meghan Markle
Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome
01:00 – Opening: The myth vs. the reality of change agents
03:45 – The mental and emotional toll of unseen leadership
08:12 – The C.A.S.E. Method™ for thriving through change
14:35 – Influence over authority: Winning without the title
16:00 – Closing: Your legacy as a change agent
17:00 – Overview of The Game Changer Collection
20:00 – Closing
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