CM 317: Eric Zimmer on How to Change

CM 317: Eric Zimmer on How to Change

From Curious Minds at Work by Gayle Allen

April 18, 2026 · 46 min

About this episode

Eric Zimmer discusses the challenges of change and the insights from his book on making small changes for a more meaningful life.

It would be great if we could gain success overnight. In a matter of hours, we’d be happier, smarter, maybe even wealthier. But when we step back and assess how much time success actually takes, we can feel overwhelmed. Those are the feelings Eric Zimmer certainly had. Faced with his own challenges, he knew he needed to change. And, over time, his curiosity about what change actually requires led him to the field of behavioral science. The lessons Eric’s learned from his research – and his own life experience – are what he writes about in his masterful book, How a Little Become a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life. And there are insightful nuggets and how-tos in every chapter. Related Links Wendy Wood on the Science of Habits The Team Learn more about host, Gayle Allen, and producer, Rob Mancabelli, here. Support the Podcast If you like the show, please rate and review it on iTunes or wherever you subscribe, and tell a friend or family member about the show. Subscribe Click here and then scroll down to see a sample of sites where you can subscribe

People in this episode

Host: Gayle Allen

Guest: Eric Zimmer

Topics covered

  • behavioral science
  • change
  • personal development
  • success
  • habits

Keywords

  • change
  • success
  • behavioral science
  • personal development
  • habits

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: How a Little Become a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life

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