Most leaders quit right before growth clicks into place, simply because they don’t understand where they are in the process of change.
 
In this episode, Jenn Whitmer unpacks the four stages of change every leader experiences when learning a new skill — from “I don’t even know what I don’t know” to “I can do this without thinking.” Drawing from Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are), Jenn reveals why information isn’t transformation—and what it really takes to move from stuck to thriving.
 

Here’s What’s in the Episode:

• 1:25 Why change feels uncomfortable—and how to make it easier.


• 3:10 The four stages of individual change.


• 5:45 Why “information ain’t transformation".


• 12:20 How repetition rewires your brain and builds new “muscle memory”.


• 15:30 How to know you’ve reached lasting change.

Key Takeaway

Information isn’t transformation—change happens when you keep practicing through the messy middle.
 

About the Host: Jenn Whitmer

Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces.
Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose.
Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves December 9, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results.
 

Resources & Links:

Preorder Joyosity:

• Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn’t extra. Joy is how you thrive.


• This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish.

Ready to Make a Plan:

• Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what’s in the way, and how to move forward with traction.

Starting the Journey:

• Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots.

Ready to Dive In:

• Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership.

A Party for More:

• Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter.

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