Change. Some people love it. Most people… not so much.

In this week’s episode of Business and a Brew, we dive into the messy, magical world of change management - or, as we like to call it, “convincing people to stop clinging to spreadsheets from 2004.”

We chat about why change feels so uncomfortable, the resistance that crops up when businesses try to move from familiar (but painfully outdated) systems into something new, and how to actually make transitions smoother without everyone breaking into a panic.

From logistics nightmares to stubborn teams who’d rather wrestle with 10 different versions of the same spreadsheet than learn a shiny new system, we share the highs, lows, and facepalm-worthy stories of trying to get people on board.

But it’s not all chaos. We also get into the good stuff: how clear communication, proper training, and support make all the difference. Why you need a solid “guiding coalition” (fancy term, but basically your squad of cheerleaders who’ll back you up). And how a little bit of sensitivity can stop even the biggest changes from feeling like the end of the world.

Because here’s the truth: change is unavoidable. Businesses that adapt thrive. Businesses that resist… well, they get left behind with their dusty spreadsheets.

So if you’ve ever tried to roll out a new system and ended up in a battle of wills, or if you’re just curious about how to make change feel less scary and more strategic, this episode’s for you.

Grab your brew, hit play, and come have a laugh with us as we unpack the joys (and headaches) of change management.

About Simon and Danielle:

Simon and Danielle are both business owners, based in the East Midlands, who met through mutual business contacts and who share a love of all things business.

Simon runs Skylight Media – Award-winning experts in Website Design, E-commerce & Marketing running since 2003.

Danielle runs Goldspun Support – a multi-faceted support service for fractional directors and small business owners across the globe, running since 2009.

Since they first met Simon and Danielle have spent a ridiculous amount of time talking about the subjects that interest them – usually over a drink in the pub – and they decided that now was the time to bring these conversations to a wider audience and invite them to join the chat.

Both Simon and Danielle are successful business owners in their own rights with big plans for the future but will never lose their love of talking all things business… and the pub.