Agitating Change: Reframing Resistance and Making Sense of Transformation with Ket Patel
In this episode of The Agile Diaries, Niamh Trundle speaks with Ket Patel, founder of Change Agitators and co-creator of The Change Chair.
About this episode:
Series 1: Episode 15
In this episode of The Agile Diaries, Niamh Trundle speaks with Ket Patel, founder of Change Agitators and co-creator of The Change Chair. Ket shares insights from two decades in transformation, unpacking why organisations often misdiagnose “resistance” and how reframing it as sense-making creates healthier, more successful change.
They explore the relationship between agility and change, the importance of psychological safety, and how leaders can cultivate space, framing, and accountability for productive conflict. Ket also reflects on learning culture, the future of change professionals, and how scepticism, humility, humour, and collaboration will define effective change leadership in the years ahead.
Key Discussion Points
00:57
Introduction to Change Agitators.
04:13
Reframing resistance, what does this mean?
36:33
Insights into digital transformation in a world of artificial intelligence.
“Agility is not just about speed; it’s about the ability to change direction without losing momentum or vision.”
Ket Patel
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