Change Curriculum Podcast

In this episode of The Change Curriculum Podcast, host Chad L. Smith delivers a must-listen guide for nonprofit leaders ready to turn fleeting initiatives into lasting impact. “The Nonprofit Leader’s Guide to Change That Sticks” breaks down why so many changes in the nonprofit world lose momentum, and exactly how you can defy that pattern in your own organization.Dive in as Chad covers:The unique challenges nonprofits face with lasting changeThe three pillars of enduring transformation—vision, engagement, and ownershipPractical tools like stakeholder mapping, regular check-ins, and progress trackingHow to turn resistance into growth and celebrate small wins that build big momentumA real-world case study of a nonprofit that made change stickYou’ll finish this episode with a playbook you can implement: simple checklists, proven techniques, and new ways to keep progress visible and teams energized. Perfect for nonprofit staff, board members, and anyone leading change on a mission.Stay tuned for the next episode, “Small Business, Big Transformation: Scaling Change in Growing Companies”!www.enterprisepursuits.com

Are you truly ready to lead major change, or just hoping for the best? In this hands-on episode, host Chad L. Smith unveils a quick, practical assessment tool designed to help leaders of small businesses, nonprofits, and startups instantly gauge their organization’s change readiness. Skip the theory and dive into real-world, actionable steps: discover the five power questions every team must answer before launching a new initiative, learn how to interpret your results, and spot early red flags that can save you time, money, and headaches down the road.You’ll get:A plug-and-play readiness framework proven in Fortune 500 and Main Street organizations alikeGuidance on running honest, high-impact conversations with your teamPractical tips for turning assessment numbers into next-step action plansStrategies for knowing when to call in outside expertise; and why it’s a sign of strong leadership, not weaknessPlus, grab the free downloadable worksheet to run this assessment with your own team: https://www.enterprisepursuits.com/change-curriculum-podcast/Whether you’re rolling out new tech, reorg-ing teams, or just want to see where you stand before the next big move—this episode gives you a road-tested toolset to lead change with confidence, clarity, and credibility.New episodes every week—subscribe now and start building your change leadership toolkit!

Discover why 70% of change initiatives fail and how to join the successful 10%. Chad L. Smith breaks down the three deadly pitfalls killing SMB transformations: strategy mirage, communication theater, and training fantasy. Learn the proven Enterprise Framework used at Fortune 500 companies, adapted for small business budgets. Real case study included.Contact me at: chad.smith@enterprisepursuits.comLearn more at: www.enterprisepursuits.com