Move Fast. Break Shit. Burn Out.

In this episode, we sit down with Julie Hassett, a seasoned enterprise transformation leader and executive coach, to explore what it really takes to lead change from the inside out.Julie’s journey spans four powerful chapters: from Accenture consultant to government catalyst, founder of a 100-person firm, and now Oracle executive. She shares how her early experience navigating complex family dynamics sparked a lifelong curiosity about human behavior—fueling a career in systems change, transformation, and culture building across sectors.Julie opens up about what it means to be a Catalyst executive today: how intuition, psychological safety, and co-creation are vital in high-stakes environments. She explains why slowing down to listen—especially for what’s not being said—is a leadership superpower, and how creating the right conditions is often more powerful than having the right answers.💬 Her mantra: you can’t manage transformation with mandates—you have to win hearts, minds, and energy through trust, story, and shared ownership.Original music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lynz Floren⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this inspiring conversation, Shannon sits down with Juliane Stephan, a lifelong Catalyst and Operating Partner at BayPine, to explore how Catalysts can find and craft roles that truly give them license to transform organizations. Juliane shares two key strategies she’s used throughout her career: identifying ambiguity when seeking new roles externally, and making a strong business case for transformation opportunities internally.They also dive into the common challenges Catalyst executives face—like moving too fast, needing to repeatedly align others to their vision (she loves memos over powerpoints to force clarity), and operating in resource-constrained environments. Juliane offers practical insights on building trust, developing strategic networks, and creating coalitions to drive meaningful change. Finally, Juliane had some really great ideas about how to navigate the constant challenge of "doing more with less." You'll have to listen to find out more!Original music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lynz Floren⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this electrifying episode, we sat down with legendary management thought-leader, Gary Hamel, Author of Leading the Revolution, to explore what it truly takes for organizations to create their own future. Hamel delivers a powerful message: if companies want to stay relevant, they must learn to identify, embrace, and unleash their Catalysts - the changemakers, corporate rebels, and internal revolutionaries who challenge the status quo to drive meaningful transformation.Gary outlines the four essential qualities that Catalysts must embody—and that must be embedded across the broader organization if it’s to thrive in an era of constant disruption:- Courage – The bravery to push against legacy systems and entrenched thinking.- Contrarian Mindset – The ability to see and say what others overlook or avoid.- Compassion – Leading change with empathy and humanity.- Community Building – Forging networks of support to scale impact sustainably.Gary delved into the emotional toll of being a Catalyst. Burnout, frustration, and resistance are all part of the terrain — but as Gary so powerfully puts it, “Life is too short to work on trivial problems.”Whether you’re a Catalyst yourself or a leader striving to empower change agents in your organization, this is a must-listen episode that will leave you inspired and equipped to create a future-ready organization.For show notes please include:If you’d like to connect with Gary, you can find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyhamel/Follow him on X: @profhamelCheck out Gary’s other award winning books.Original music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lynz Floren⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, we sit down with Brynn Shader, founder of ChangeCraft, to explore how change management must evolve in a time of relentless disruption.With 16+ years of experience, Brynn helps Fortune 500s and high-growth companies turn resistance into resilience—ditching rigid frameworks for practical, human-centered strategies. She dives into how HR can lead transformation by embracing agility, empathy, and experimentation.Brynn shares why she calls it “ChangeCraft”—because great change isn’t managed, it’s crafted. And in a world of constant change, it’s the co-creation, transparency, and trust that make the difference.Original music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lynz Floren⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this powerful episode, Shannon sits down with ultra Catalyst leader Juan Carlos Lopez (JC), Director of Data & AI at Schibsted Media in Norway. With a career that spans telecom, energy, automotive, media, and e-commerce, JC has built a reputation for turning complex technical challenges into sweeping business transformations.JC shares hard-won insights from the trenches—starting with the critical importance of breadcrumbing your value. He reveals how failing to make your impact visible, both internally and externally, can limit not just your own growth but also your team’s ability to continue driving change. Now, JC leverages storytelling and data to clearly articulate his value and gain the sponsorship needed to sustain momentum.Together, Shannon and JC unpack what makes Catalysts uniquely successful across industries: the ability to form strong teams, connect the unconnected, and blend disciplines to create industry-defining innovation. Whether it's transforming e-commerce through AI or building internal movements that spark cultural change, JC’s playbook is a masterclass in strategic leadership.You’ll also hear JC’s approach to leading through chaos—how he grounds himself first ("putting on his own oxygen mask") and then supports his teams with empathy and emotional intelligence during times of rapid change.If you're a Catalyst looking to scale your leadership, amplify your impact, and drive meaningful transformation—this conversation is for you.Original music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lynz Floren⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.