The EntreLeadership Podcast

My Team Isn’t Happy With Changes I’m Making (Why?)

Feb 10, 2025

A business owner grapples with team unrest over role changes, highlighting the importance of communication in smoothing transitions. The struggle to hire and retain employees while balancing costs is discussed, along with the misconception that signed contracts guarantee sales. The complexities of employee terminations are explored, emphasizing empathy and best practices. Lastly, a reflective journey of building a $10 million business raises questions about resilience and the emotional challenges of potential acquisition versus returning to corporate life.

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Quick takeaways

Team resistance to role changes often arises from a lack of perceived personal benefits, necessitating clear communication and motivation strategies.

Understanding the differences between 'hunters' and 'farmers' in sales roles is essential for maintaining team morale and minimizing turnover.

Deep dives

Understanding Resistance to Change

Resistance to change in a business often stems from team members not seeing personal benefits. Employees fear alterations that do not clearly demonstrate advantages for them individually. For instance, transitioning salespeople into field managers may lead to perceived burdens without corresponding benefits, making them resistant to the change. Recognizing and addressing this disconnect is essential for creating buy-in and enthusiasm for new roles and responsibilities.

Intro

2min

Navigating Change and Sales Dynamics

11min

The Sales and Hiring Challenge

7min

Navigating the Challenges of Effective Hiring

6min

Overcoming Leadership Challenges for Business Growth

2min

Navigating Employee Termination

6min

Navigating Employee Departures and Team Dynamics

4min

Navigating Challenges in Entrepreneurial Growth

13min

Today we’ll hear about:

A business owner who’s changing his team’s roles, and they’re not happy
A young business owner struggling to retain employees
How Dave Ramsey handles firing team members
A man wondering if it’s a bad idea to sell his company

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