Can Feelings Fast-Track Your Transformation? Cassandra Worthy

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Emotion in business, slowing down to speed up, and regular check-ins that boost engagement—these are the game-changers for leading transformation.

In this short but powerful episode, Cassandra Worthy challenges the outdated notion that feelings have no place in organizational change.

Why do we still pretend emotions don't exist in the workplace? It's absurd—and counterproductive.

Cassandra argues that when we leave emotion at the door, we leave humanity behind too. Her research proves that engagement skyrockets when people can express their true feelings about change.

I love her counterintuitive approach: deliberately slow down at first so you can ultimately accelerate progress. Give your team space to process and contribute before charging ahead.

For experienced change leaders, this episode offers refreshing wisdom that cuts against conventional practice. Those regular emotional check-ins aren't just nice-to-haves—they're strategic tools for maintaining momentum through transformation.

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