Change Enthusiasm with Cassandra Worthy

Change Enthusiasm with Cassandra Worthy

After a life-changing DUI arrest, Cassandra Worthy discovered the power of self-awareness and authenticity. She transformed her struggle with alcohol dependency into a journey of personal growth and resilience, channeling her experiences into a successful career in change management.

On this episode of the Punk Rock HR Podcast, Cassandra opens up about the crossroads of personal and professional transformation, sharing how embracing her queer identity and overcoming challenges fueled her passion for guiding organizations through change.

Cassandra Worthy is the innovative force behind Change Enthusiasm Global . She brings her unique perspective on emotional waste and its impact on organizations. As a former chemical engineer who navigated the turbulence of multi-billion-dollar acquisitions, Cassandra knows firsthand that mindset trumps strategy when it comes to change. She reveals how recognizing and harnessing emotions can catalyze transformation, offering insights into the dynamic, nonlinear change growth cycle that revolutionizes traditional approaches to change management.

Change management takes on a new meaning as we explore the crucial role of mindset in adopting technological advancements like AI. Cassandra shares practical exercises from her book “Change Enthusiasm: How to Harness the Power of Emotion for Leadership and Success,” empowering leaders to enhance their organizations’ readiness for change.

Learn how fostering a culture of curiosity and enthusiasm can elevate your team’s potential, especially during challenging times such as layoffs. Also, discover how embracing emotions and building trust can transform your leadership approach.

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In this episode, you will hear:

  • Cassandra Worthy’s path from a DUI arrest to a change management and advocacy career
  • Introduction to Change Enthusiasm, a method using emotions as catalysts for transformation
  • Mindset over strategy in successful change management
  • Modernizing change leadership with a dynamic, nonlinear growth cycle
  • The role of emotional agility and self-awareness in navigating personal and professional transformations
  • Importance of mindset in adopting AI and technological advancements
  • Practical exercises and insights from Cassandra’s book, “Change Enthusiasm: How to Harness the Power of Emotion for Leadership and Success.

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Joseph Abraham

AI Strategy | B2B Growth | Executive Education | Policy | Innovation | Founder, Global AI Forum & StratNorth

7mo

Cassandra’s journey proves that emotional agility isn’t just personal growth. it’s a game changer for driving real change. 

Vea Young SPHR

Senior HR & People Ops Leader | Advising Founders & Execs on Scalable Strategy |

7mo

Turning challenges into opportunities takes real courage...Cassandra's story shows how personal growth fuels professional success.

Joyel Crawford, MBA, CPCC, PHR

Award-Winning Executive Advisor & Speaker | Bestselling Author of Show Your Ask | Fairygodmentor® for Leaders | TEDx Speaker | GMA Featured Expert | Transforming Workplaces Through Bold, Resilient Leadership

7mo

I heart Cassandra Worthy so much! Big fan!!! 😍 Grateful to learn more about her. Great episode, (as always) Laurie!

Ana Julissa Rodas

Headhunter / Recruiter /HR Specialist/ Reclutamiento y Headhunting Regional/ Especialista en empleabilidad

7mo

Glenda Mendoza mira Yami que interesante !

Stephen Kimball

“I want to stand as close to the edge as I can without going over. Out on the edge you see all the kinds of things you can't see from the center.” Kurt Vonnegut

7mo

Awesome episode. It was a perfect episode for me to listen to today as it is my 15th sober anniversary and so much of what Cassandra talked about really resonated with me.

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