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Change is rarely something we choose. In this episode of Lessons From Last Time, Katie Shive shares how navigating seasons of unexpected change reshaped the way she thinks about resilience, work, and what truly matters. Naturally risk-averse and resistant to change, Katie explains how life experiences forced her to rethink control and adopt a mindset of radical acceptance, focusing on what she could influence and letting go of what she couldn’t. She reflects on recognizing burnout, making difficult career decisions, and rebuilding with greater clarity and intention. From personal growth to professional reinvention, Katie explores how hard seasons can become turning points.

In this micro-episode of Lessons From Last Time, Ken Perry breaks down what leaders get wrong about change and how to lead through it without losing your people. From major business case studies to brand reinventions closer to home, he shares practical insight on communicating the why, avoiding change fatigue, leading through resistance, and making tough decisions with a long-term lens. For leaders navigating growth in regulated, high-pressure environments, this is a sharp reminder that how you lead through change directly shapes company culture.