Change Agent Leadership
Welcome to Change Agent Leadership, the podcast designed to equip leaders with the tools, resources, and strategies to grow, drive meaningful change, and move their teams and organizations forward.
Hi, I’m Jonathan Hankin, a certified executive coach through the International Coaching Federation, with hundreds of hours of coaching and leadership experience. As a VP of Operations, I’m still in the trenches—leading, learning, and growing alongside you. This podcast is a space where we can navigate the challenges of leadership together and sharpen our skills as change agents.
What to Expect:
• Practical Leadership Tools – Actionable insights and best practices for leading change effectively.
• Coaching Tips & Free Resources – Assessments and tools to enhance your leadership and team dynamics.
• Book Reviews – Summaries and takeaways from books that have shaped my leadership and coaching journey.
• Conversations with Change Leaders – Engaging interviews with leaders who are making an impact.
As the name suggests, every great leader is a change agent. Change is inevitable—your choice is to lead it or manage it.
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Episodes
30 episodes
The Confidence Gap with Guest Dr. Lisa Hale
Are you doing great work, but not getting recognized, promoted, or compensated the way you should?In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Hale to unpack the rea...
The Power of (Re)Dreaming in Leadership: Recognizing and Overcoming Stagnation
In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, I address a critical moment all leaders face: recognizing when growth slows down or habits become stale, signaling the need for transformation. Drawing inspiration from Nancy Duarte and Patti Sanchez’...
Managers React, Leaders Respond—Here's the Difference
Are you leading… or just managing?A lot of managers today are functioning as followers — following the system, the checklist, the policies — and never stepping into the leadership their people actually need.In this episode, we bre...
Culture Matters: Interview with Jenni Catron
In this episode, I sit down with leadership coach and author Jenni Catron to unpack Culture Matters: A Framework for Helping Your Team Grow, Thrive, and Be Unstoppable. We explore why culture must be built by design rather than lef...
The Top 3 Mistakes Leaders Make with HR (and How to Avoid Them) with Risk Advisor Kevin Norton
Leaders get into trouble when they treat HR as compliance or as a fire extinguisher. Jonathan and risk advisor Kevin Norton outline how to make HR a strategic ally—reducing legal exposure, strengthening culture, and improving outcomes.
How to 10x Your Leadership Impact (Without Doing More Work)
Want to make a bigger impact without doing more work? Great leadership starts with a better mindset.In this episode, I’ll show you how to 10x, or more, your leadership impact by thinking differently. You’ll learn why most leadership beha...
360° Wins: How Nonprofits Build Donor & Board Relationships that Last (with Patricia Schwartz)
Leaders don’t just raise money—they build partnerships. In this episode, Master Certified Coach and longtime executive coach Patricia Rachel Schwartz shares her strengths-based, story-driven approach to building relationships that “pay o...
Change is Like a Slinky - Book Interview with Dr. Hans Shultz
How to Lead Change (Without Losing Your Team) — with Dr. Hans FinzelDr. Hans Finzel returns to Change Agent Leadership to unpack the big idea behind his book Change Is Like a Slinky—why change is messy, unpredictable, and essentia...
How to Communicate Well—Personally, at Work, and as a Leader
How to Communicate Well—Personally, at Work, and as a LeaderDownload your free How to Communicate Well in all areas of life Toolkit: https://jonathanhankin.com/?msopen=/content-library/node/how-to-communicate-wellIn this episode, ...
Interview with Kadi Cole - How to Develop Female Leaders
In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, I sit down with author, speaker, and leadership consultant Kadi Cole to talk about her groundbreaking book, Developing Female Leaders.With over 25 years of leadership experience—including as a...
How to set your meetings up for success
How to Set Your Meetings Up for Success | Make Every Meeting CountDownload the free Meeting Prep Toolkit with a Checklist, Agenda Template, and more: https://jonathanhankin.com/?msopen=/content-library/node/the-meeting-prep-toolkit
The top ten mistakes leaders make. Book review with author Dr. Hans Finzel
What are the biggest mistakes leaders make—and how do we avoid them?In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, Executive Coach Jonathan Hankin sits down with bestselling author and global leadership expert Dr. Hans Finzel to unpa...
How to Transition Well: The RAFT Framework for Life, Work, and Leadership
Download your free R.A.F.T. Transition Toolkit (PDF) https://jonathan-hankin.kit.com/b28f92032bIn this powerful episode of Change Agent Leadership, Jonathan Hankin is joined by certified coach and transition expert Heather Hanki...
How to Navigate Change and Thrive: 4 Universal Steps for Personal and Leadership Transitions
In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, executive coach Jonathan Hankin dives into how to navigate life’s biggest transitions—without losing your footing.From career shifts to relationship changes, financial challenges to pe...
Talk more listen less ... to yourself
Talk More, Listen Less—to Yourself: How to Reframe Negative Self-Talk and Lead with Confidence.In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, Jonathan Hankin flips the classic phrase “talk less, listen more” on its head—and ...
How to Create Change That Sticks
In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, host Jonathan Hankin breaks down the core framework from the book Switch by Chip and Dan Heath: the Rider, the Elephant, and the Path. Whether you’re leading a team, shifting organiz...
How to Give Feedback with Radical Candor
How to Give Feedback That Transforms Your Team | Radical Candor by Kim ScottIn this episode of Change Agent Leadership, Jonathan Hankin dives deep into Radical Candor, Kim Scott’s powerful framework for giving feedback that actually hel...
Burned Out? Here’s How to Recover and Come Back Stronger | Leadership Recovery Plan
In this episode of the Change Agent Leadership Podcast, we discuss crucial steps for recovering from burnout and coming back stronger. Jonathan Hankin shares personal experiences and offers actionable advice on reflecting, recalibrating, redisc...
How to Avoid Burnout
Avoid Burnout: 4 Key Strategies for Leaders and ProfessionalsIn this episode of the Change Agent Leadership Podcast, host Jonathan Hankin dives deep into the pervasive issue of burnout among leaders, managers, and professionals.He...
How to Set Goals That Actually Work (and Stick)
Effortless Goal Setting with the C.L.E.A.R. FrameworkWhy do most goals fall apart within weeks? In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, Executive Coach Jonathan Hankin reveals the 5 reasons goals often fail—and introduces a powerful...
How to Thrive in Crucial Conversations
In this episode of the Change Agent Leadership Podcast, we dive into one of the most critical skills for any leader: navigating crucial conversations with confidence and clarity.Drawing from the best-selling book Crucial Conversations b...
How to Improve Your Time Management Skills
Mastering Time Management: Practical Strategies for LeadersFeeling overwhelmed, busy but not effective, or struggling to find time for what truly matters? In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, executive coach Jonathan Hankin share...