Episode #135 | Creating Synergy Podcast

Change is hard. It’s messy, uncomfortable, and downright complicated. But what if you could turn all that chaos into clarity? In this final part of our Change Series, Kylie Butler is back with something truly special: the Game Changers Program.

Kylie reveals a fresh, human-centered approach that digs deep into why people resist change, how to truly engage your team (even the quiet ones), and why disengagement might actually be your biggest untapped resource.

What You’ll Learn (and Love):

• How to flip resistance into your team’s biggest strength.
• The simple yet powerful mental model framework that brings clarity to even the messiest changes.
• Why psychological safety is the secret sauce to real, lasting engagement.
• How to spot the quiet disengagement that could be holding your team back—and turn it around.
• Real, practical tips to lead with confidence and empathy, even in chaos.

Hit play now and let Kylie inspire you to take a fresh, human approach to change.

And if you love what you hear, share this episode with your team, friends, and network.

What’s your Change Mental Model? Take the quiz here to find out.

00:00 - Introduction to the Change Series and Part 3 with Kylie Butler

01:36 - Shifting from the ‘What’ to the ‘How’ of Change

03:28 - The Magic of Game Changers

08:13 - Why Change is Difficult for Organizations

17:38 - The Mental Models Behind Change Resistance

29:50 - Visualizing Engagement with the Game Changers Mat

41:10 - Transforming Resistance into Opportunity

46:20 - Leveraging Game Changers to Empower Teams

52:18 - Applying Game Changers to Stakeholder Management

56:02 - Final Thoughts and How to Get Started with Game Changers

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Guest Info

Kylie Butler

General Manager and Head of Innovation and Capability at SYIQ

With over 15 years of experience spanning industries like FMCG, Defense, and Pharmaceuticals, Kylie Butler specializes in breaking down communication barriers, building strong relationships, and maintaining strategic focus.

Passionate about the power of neuroscience, Kylie uses insights into human behavior to drive business success, enhance decision-making under pressure, and foster team alignment.

Known for her empathetic, intelligent, and practical style, she has a proven track record in turning around underperforming businesses and leading high-performing teams. Outside of work, Kylie is a life enthusiast with a passion for dancing, photography, and the great outdoors, constantly committed to learning and personal growth.

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