Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization Show

Yep! Change often feels like swimming upstream against sticky currents. Even if the status quo is a mess, we cling to it like a life raft. Why? Because the familiar feels like less work for our brain, even when it's failing us. In this episode, guest co-hosts Eli and Casey unravel the complex web of emotions and instincts that make embracing change feel like swimming through sticky peanut butter. Inspired by future of work thought leader Ira Wolfe's insights, this deep dive is your ticket to understanding the messy, human side of transformation.

Here's what you'll uncover:

• Our Addiction to Certainty: Our brains are wired to see uncertainty as a threat. Some call this status quo bias. Like survival mode, this triggers a primal response in us. Knowing why change feels unsettling is step one in managing it.

• Loss Before Gain: Change almost always feels like a loss initially, even if it leads to greater benefits later. It's crucial to acknowledge and address this sense of loss to help people move forward.

• Culture and Control: The norms and culture of our "tribe" are formidable forces. Ignoring them can lead to resistance. Moreover, people need a sense of control. Ensuring involvement and offering ownership of the change can dramatically reduce pushback.

Dive deeper into this episode and let's continue the conversation on how to lead through change effectively and make change work for you.

Step into the whirlwind of change with this episode of Geeks Geezers Googlization: "Adaptive Perception Disorder." Guest co-hosts Eli and Casey take a Deep Dive into the eerily familiar yet subtly dangerous mindset threatening the backbone of businesses today. They delve deep into the intriguing concept of Adaptive Perception Disorder (APD), coined by GGG host and Future of Work Global Thought Leader Ira Wolfe himself. Why is exploring APD important? ADP is endemic in many companies, a mindset that causes them to believe they're on top of change when they're actually way behind. It's calling the hurricane a light breeze.

Adaptive Perception Disorder (APD) might not be the buzzword yet, but it certainly highlights a crippling blind spot in many organizations. Here are top three takeaways:

• Spot the Symptoms: Organizations often suffer from outdated strategy decks and vague positivity about being "on track." It's crucial to recognize these signs as they could indicate a dangerous disconnect from reality.

• Understanding APD Subtypes: APD manifests in various forms like Perceptual Change Deficiency and Strategic Narcissism. Identifying these can help in addressing areas where adaptation might be lagging.

• Build Adaptability Intelligence (AQ): It's about fostering a culture of constant learning, questioning existing knowledge, and embracing discomfort to truly evolve and stay ahead.

Feel like the world's spinning faster than ever? You're not wrong—and "just go with the flow" won't cut it anymore. Join us for another Deep Dive in this provocative episode of Geeks Geezers and Googlization. Guest hosts Casey and Eli dive deep into the Adaptability Deficit, a term coined by Ira S Wolfe, and why it might be the single greatest threat to your personal and professional survival.

We unpack why flexibility is reactive, adaptability is proactive, and why your success now hinges more on your AQ (Adaptability Quotient) than your IQ or EQ. You'll learn:

• The crucial difference between being flexible and being adaptable

• Why adaptability is a skill, not a personality trait

• How to identify your adaptability blind spots

• The 5 essential steps to build your adaptability muscle—starting now

In a world that's "never normal," it's not the smartest or strongest who thrive—it's the most adaptable. So… are you ready to evolve?

Hit play and future-proof your life.