Entrepreneur Encounter
Entrepreneur Encounter is a weekly podcast designed to support creative business owners in developing the soft skills that lead to lasting, values-aligned growth.
Hosted by Dana Johnson, founder of a boutique Pinterest marketing agency for wedding pros and creatives, and Sara Lowell, a consultant specializing in business management & team leadership along with podcast management, each episode explores the mindset shifts, communication skills, and leadership habits that empower entrepreneurs to grow sustainably—without the burnout.
Through real stories, practical frameworks, and transparent conversations, Dana and Sara offer a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to run a purpose-driven business in a constantly changing world.
Whether you're building your visibility, managing a team, or simply trying to stay grounded while growing, this podcast is your companion in business and in life.
Entrepreneur Encounter
When Growth Stalls: What to Do When Your Team (or Clients) Stop Evolving | EP 8
It’s one of the hardest moments as a leader, you pour your energy, knowledge, and heart into helping someone grow, only to realize they’re not moving forward. Maybe it’s a client who resists every strategy you put in place, or a team member who refuses to develop skills outside of their comfort zone. The frustration builds, and you start to question yourself.
In this episode, we get candid about their own missteps, the lessons we learned the hard way, and the strategies that finally made a difference. Together, we dive into what really drives resistance (spoiler: it’s often fear, not laziness), how to tell the difference between someone who’s stuck but willing versus someone who’s stuck and resistant, and why you can’t force curiosity or ambition.
What to listen for in this episode:
- The hidden role of fear in resistance, why “not growing” isn’t always about stubbornness or laziness.
- The difference between stuck but willing vs. stuck and resistant and how leaders should respond to each.
- Seven strategies for leading with compassion, including creating psychological safety, modeling curiosity, and knowing when to part ways.
Special thanks to Josh Parnall for submitting this week's question: The challenges of developing someone who doesn’t want to grow. How do you lead someone like that?
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