Struggling to create change? Unlearning might be the missing skill (Ep. 27)
03/27/25 • 32 min
It's hard to create real change without letting go of the past.
If your team is struggling to adapt to new ways of working, the problem might not be a lack of ability - but a lack of unlearning. Old habits, outdated processes and long-held assumptions can quietly hold teams back, even when change is needed.
In this episode of the Quiet Leadership Revolution podcast, Lucy Gower and Juliet Corbett explore why unlearning is a crucial leadership skill - and how to help your team break free from what’s no longer serving them.
Listen in to discover:
- The hidden forces that make teams resistant to change - even when they want it
- Why simply adding more training or new strategies isn’t enough
- How great leaders create cultures that unlearn outdated thinking and embrace fresh ideas
- Practical steps to help your team move forward - without unnecessary disruption.
If you want to lead change that actually sticks, this episode is packed with insights to help you make it happen.
Connect with Lucy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucygower/
Email: [email protected]
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Connect with Juliet
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julietcorbett
Email: [email protected]
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It's hard to create real change without letting go of the past.
If your team is struggling to adapt to new ways of working, the problem might not be a lack of ability - but a lack of unlearning. Old habits, outdated processes and long-held assumptions can quietly hold teams back, even when change is needed.
In this episode of the Quiet Leadership Revolution podcast, Lucy Gower and Juliet Corbett explore why unlearning is a crucial leadership skill - and how to help your team break free from what’s no longer serving them.
Listen in to discover:
- The hidden forces that make teams resistant to change - even when they want it
- Why simply adding more training or new strategies isn’t enough
- How great leaders create cultures that unlearn outdated thinking and embrace fresh ideas
- Practical steps to help your team move forward - without unnecessary disruption.
If you want to lead change that actually sticks, this episode is packed with insights to help you make it happen.
Connect with Lucy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucygower/
Email: [email protected]
Don’t miss out on practical tips and tools to build your confidence and skills at work - sign up to the Lucidity weekly email
Join the Lucidity Network: https://network.lucidity.org.uk/
Connect with Juliet
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julietcorbett
Email: [email protected]
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Download the free ebook, 'The Strategic Leader'
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Previous Episode
Trapped in a tough decision? Why great leaders think beyond either/or (Ep. 26)
Leaders make countless decisions every day - but what happens when you feel stuck between two seemingly opposing choices?
Should you trust your team or step in to ensure success? Push for high performance or prioritise empathy? Stick to the plan or adapt to changing circumstances?
Our brains crave certainty, which often leads us to oversimplify decisions into either/or choices. But great leadership often shines in the grey area in-between - where both things can be true.
In this episode of the Quiet Leadership Revolution podcast, Juliet Corbett and Lucy Gower explore:
- Why our brains default to either/or thinking - and how to break free from it
- How embracing uncertainty can lead to better decisions and stronger leadership
- Practical ways to hold space for ambiguity without feeling stuck
- The power of asking, “What if both things could be true?”
If you’ve ever felt torn between two choices, this episode will help you shift your perspective, find new possibilities, and lead with clarity and confidence.
Episode links
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019: Do the best leaders have all the answers?
Connect with Lucy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucygower/
Email: [email protected]
Don’t miss out on practical tips and tools to build your confidence and skills at work - sign up to the Lucidity weekly email
Join the Lucidity Network: https://network.lucidity.org.uk/
Connect with Juliet
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julietcorbett
Email: [email protected]
Get tips on finding your strategic focus, empowering your team and regaining control over your time straight into your inbox - sign up for the newsletter
Download the free ebook, 'The Strategic Leader'
Explore coaching with Juliet
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Next Episode
Stress traps: The 5 patterns holding you back and how to break free (Ep.28)
Stress is sneaky. It doesn’t always show up as overwhelm or burnout. Sometimes, it looks like:
- Holding yourself to impossibly high standards, so even small tasks feel high-stakes
- Saying “yes” to too much, even when your plate is already full
- Not asking others to help because delegating feels risky
- Working harder and longer... but not actually making much progress
- Pushing through exhaustion, believing rest is a luxury not a necessity.
Sound familiar?
Because stress isn’t just about workload. It’s about the patterns we fall into when pressure hits. The good news? These patterns can be changed.
In this episode of the Quiet Leadership Revolution podcast, Lucy Gower and Juliet Corbett explore the five hidden stress traps that hold leaders back - and, more importantly, how to break free from them.
Episode links
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Connect with Lucy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucygower/
Email: [email protected]
Don’t miss out on practical tips and tools to build your confidence and skills at work - sign up to the Lucidity weekly email
Join the Lucidity Network: https://network.lucidity.org.uk/
Connect with Juliet
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julietcorbett
Email: [email protected]
Get tips on finding your strategic focus, empowering your team and regaining control over your time straight into your inbox - sign up for the newsletter
Download the free ebook, 'The Strategic Leader'
Explore coaching with Juliet
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