Innovative InterChange Associates

We’ve been quiet lately.

Not because we stepped away — but because we’ve been hard at work behind the scenes!

You’ll start seeing more from us soon as we roll out new insights, resources, and offerings grounded in a simple belief: Live well. Lead well.

Because healthy workplaces don’t happen by accident. They’re built through trust, connection, and values-driven leadership.

At iiChange, we help organizations build stronger cultures through:

• Leadership development
• Workplace wellbeing training
• Professional coaching
• Organizational culture consulting
• Communication and conflict training

If you’re responsible for people, culture, or leadership development, we’d love to connect.

And stay tuned for what’s to come!

Your feedback is invaluable in helping us create the best product possible and in helping UD Seniors complete their capstone project!

And, you have a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card!

You can access the survey using the link below or the QR code at the bottom of the page.
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If you have any questions about this research study, please feel free to contact Dr. Chun Zhang ([email protected]).

We appreciate you taking the time to help us and the UD students grow!

Ready for a new beginning? Learn how to change your thinking and behaviors to create the life you want in our October 17th Webinar! https://www.courses.iichange.com/course/liveyourworth

Ted Lasso, a Transformational Leader

My new favorite TV show is Ted Lasso. The series is a comedy about an American college football coach, Ted Lasso, who goes to England to manage a professional football (soccer) team, knowing next to nothing about soccer or British culture. The show is funny, poignant and Ted displays many characteristics of an iiChange Transformational Leader.

Ted chooses behaviors that reflect a leader who is confident in their intrinsic value. He believes, with the help of his trusted assistant coach, he will be successful with the AFC Richmond football team and the skeptical fans, who call him bad names, do not faze him. Ted’s definition of success is not the typical measure of having more wins than losses, it’s about making a difference in the lives of his players. As a leader he understands if each footballer is their best self and choses to put aside their egos for the value of the team, winning games will happen. He encourages those who report to him to continually improve by telling them what they do well and authentically helping them see how they can improve. “Are you Ok?” is a question Ted asks often. He listens to the answer because he is empathetic and really wants to know.

Ted looks for and can find the special, unique intrinsic value in everyone. He remembers the names of all his staff regardless of their position in the organization. He encourages everyone to provide input, and when appropriate, incorporates their ideas into his coaching giving credit where credit is due. He’s not afraid to admit when he has made a mistake and is open about his own relationship difficulties knowing that all humans experience ups and downs.
Each episode is rich in portraying Transformational Leadership beliefs and behaviors. Additional themes include:

· Stay curious. Don’t judge or make assumptions. Ask questions
· Team members support each other during the highs and lows. “It’s ok to be sad. It’s not ok to be sad alone”
· Ask for help. A problem is not solved at the same level in which it was created (Einstein quote)
· Believe in hope
· No matter what you do, you cannot make another person happy/unhappy
· Every disadvantage creates an advantage
· Forgive those who have done something against you. Recognize what motivated their behavior and have compassion.
· A new one for me…when you feel you’ve been wronged, be a goldfish they have the shortest memory on earth.

Whew! This is from the 1st season of Ted Lasso! I can’t wait to watch season 2. Will you join me?

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