Change Proof
Change happens. Resilience expert Adam Markel and his inspiring guests teach you how to embrace and leverage change in order to thrive. No matter what life throws your way. Change Proof explores breakthrough strategies to fully embrace an uncertain world and build the resilience required to turn stress, upset and even crisis to your advantage. Imagine being able to truly bounce forward through disruption and change instead of getting knocked down by it, riding it out, or simply reacting to it. Resilience is the secret key―the “it” factor―and the thing Change Proof host Adam Markel knows best. In his bestseller, PIVOT, Adam taught how building resilience can supercharge your life and career. Now, he shows how becoming Change Proof helps you move beyond managing change to actively embracing it — actually using times of uncertainty, crisis, and chaos to create opportunities and stimulate individual and team growth. Through insightful discussions with business leaders, social innovators and inspiring authorities, Resilience Expert Adam Markel uncovers and shares ways to utilize change, fully embrace new opportunities, master the art and science of innovation in today’s disruptive marketplace, and use your “disadvantages'' as stepping stones. Whether you lead a team, pursue entrepreneurial passions or are looking to achieve a higher capacity in your performance and life, Change Proof is the place for life-changing stories, and real tools you can actually use―AND WILL WANT TO! Change Proof is about thriving instead of just surviving. And this is a skill you can cultivate, both personally and professionally. Using case studies, current research, and real-life anecdotes from his work as an executive mentor, Markel and his guests explore concrete actions you can take in order to become “change proof” and change your relationship with change. Bestselling Author, Renowned Keynote Speaker, Business Mentor, and CEO, Adam Markel has accomplished plenty and checked life’s “success boxes” and all of that work showed him something very profound about life in general―it’s not always about that. You can have success and still be unhappy. You can be in charge and still have stress. You can build your dream and not feel fulfilled. Change Proof goes beyond the topical, beyond the check boxes, beyond the list of things we think we’re supposed to be doing, to uncover the layer where our performance, peace and happiness exist. When we think of resilience, we think of being able to “roll with the punches” and “bounce back” after uncertainty or change. But Resilience Expert and Researcher Adam Markel encourages you to aim higher. Change Proof is a show that will teach you how to truly, actually embrace change―to find the creative opportunity in uncertainty, as opposed to simply riding it out or reacting to it. Let’s get real. You could be aiming higher. You could be thriving instead of surviving. You could be hitting back when life throws punches―instead of dodging and ducking. And there is no better time than right now to take back your life and to love it, no matter what. Change Proof isn’t just a podcast, it’s a life philosophy that shows you how to truly, actually embrace change―to find the silver lining, use uncertainty to your advantage, and pivot when life is stressful, into something that serves you instead of something that stops you. Drop into weekly episodes so full of the good stuff you won’t hear on any other show, you’ll be binging and growing instead of watching those reruns of Friends you’ve already seen anyway. When you tune in, you will learn how to thrive on uncertainty instead of merely managing it. This is where it begins, this is where you stop running from pivots and learn to love leaning into them, even when you aren’t sure of the outcome. Through Change Proof, Adam Markel offers a much needed dose of energy, HEART and real talk to your day, making this a show experts call “bingeable” and “a must listen".
Episodes
Step into the intriguing space where deeply ingrained experiences shape your present capabilities, and unlock the profound power of mental and emotional resilience. We're joined by Chris Edwards, MS, NCC, LPC, the insightful director and founder of Neurotherapy of Colorado Springs. He unveils eye-opening p...
Ken Bogard is the founder of Know Honesty and author of the book of the same name. In this conversation with Adam Markel, he delves into his mission to help people create genuine connections and live the lives they truly want through effective communication. Ken explains why communication requir...
Eric Hoplin is the CEO of the National Association of Wholesaler Distributors (NAW). He joins Adam Markel in this conversation about what it takes to deal with and thrive in a changing environment. Inspired by his experiences as a father and a leader in turbulent markets, he explores the importa...
Step into the world of strategic foresight and dynamic execution as this episode unpacks the nuances of leadership in change. Join Adam Markel as he sits down with Suzanne Ogle, the astute President and CEO of SGA Natural Gas Association and Gas Machinery Research Council. With a career rooted in boardroom...
Crystal Castille-Cromedy is the SVP of Talent and Head of HR Americas for Hines. S...
Your health is your greatest asset, and optimizing it can transform every aspect of your life. Today, Adam Markel is diving deep into the science of health and performance with Dr. Tracy Gapin, a renowned expert in health o...
Nellie Wartoft, Founder and CEO of change activation platform Tigerhall, has flipped the script when managing teams. She puts execution at the start of the process, allowing her to refine business strategies like never before. Joining Adam Markel, Nellie explains how leaders should focus more on...
Justin Jones-Fosu, founder and CEO of Work. Meaningful., is here to discuss why organizational culture requires not just raw strength but also unflinching honesty in order to thrive. Together with Adam Markel, they unpack how truth is the bedrock of resilience that allows organizational cultures...
Performance is not just about outcomes but about the factors that influence how we show up and thrive in demanding environments. Adam Markel sits down with Dr. Carla Fowler, an elite executive coach who has been a secret weapon for CEOs, entrepreneurs, and senior leaders. She reveals the four cr...
High-impact keynote speaker and tech innovator Chad Foster is living proof that no obstacle can stop you from achieving your goals as long as you have a mindset founded on resilience. In this conversation with Adam Markel, he shares how his blindness did not stop him ...
Health is more than just the absence of illness—it’s about nurturing both the body and mind. Join Adam Markel and Tim Macken, Executive Director of the Macon County Mental Health Board, as they explore the link between meta...
Start 2025 strong! Adam Markel reveals a surprisingly simple practice of attracting what you want and letting go of what holds you back. Drawing inspiration from the guidance of his mentor Emmet Fox, he explains how a small yet deeply motivational daily exercise can manifest positive change within yourself and in your entire life, which ul...
Culture is the cornerstone of any thriving organization, and Garry Ridge, former CEO of WD-40 Company and a purpose-driven founder, board member, advisor, and professor understands this firsthand. He joins Adam Markel in looking back to his incredible leadership journ...
Janine Hamner Holman is an internationally recognized speaker, bestselling author, and expert in organizational culture and leadership. In this episode, she joins Adam Markel to talk about the importance of cultivating resilience in the workplace to foster empowerment and positivity within the team. She shares how to create a healthy cultu...
Toxic workplaces can take a toll on employees and organizations alike, but what drives these dynamics and how can they be changed? Adam Markel sits down with Sue Mann, an experienced workplace consultant, leadership coach, and author of On the Road to Jericho, to explore the human side of workpl...
In a culture with great leadership, people perform best because they feel seen and valued. In this episode, Adam Markel sits down with Meredith Bell, the co-founder and president of Grow Strong Leaders and host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. Meredith shares insights on what truly drives effective leadership: humility, genuine connection, and trust. With over three decades of experience guiding leaders, Meredith explains h...
The pursuit of health and happiness is a timeless endeavor. In this episode, Adam Markel sits down with Dr. Greg Hammer, a recently retired professor, pediatric intensive care physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, wellness and mindfulness lecturer, and author of GAIN Without Pain: The Ha...
Join host Adam Markel as he dives deep into the world of leadership resilience strategies with Tom Freeley, CEO of CACM. In this engaging episode, Tom shares his journey from overcoming career burnout to navigating the unpr...
In a field as dynamic and competitive as speaking, resilience is not just an advantage but a necessity. In this episode, Adam Markel sits down with Rich Tiller, an industry leader and two-time past president of the International Association of Speakers Bureaus (1990-9...
Lisa Carlin is a Strategy Execution Specialist and Founding Director of FutureBuilders Group. She joins Adam Markel to discuss how to become a driver of change and cultivate continuous growth without waiting for disruptions to happen. Lisa explains what it takes to sh...
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