In the Loop: Rethinking Redesign: Clarity Through Communication with Rebecca Ellis

What if your biggest redesign obstacle isn't strategy, but silence? Katherine sits down with Rebecca Ellis, Principal at AlignOrg Solutions, to explore why so many organizational changes fall flat, and what great leaders do differently. With decades of experience guiding Fortune 500s through complex transformations, Rebecca shares actionable insights on what makes change stick: clarity, communication, and courage. They dive deep into why 70% of redesigns fail, how to become a "clarity crusader," and why passive leadership erodes trust. From tackling AI's role in restructuring to the neuroscience behind timing your message, this episode is a masterclass in navigating organizational change while honoring people and culture. Whether you're leading a full-blown redesign or shifting your team's strategy, this conversation will help you move from resistance to results with empathy at the core. Additional Resources: Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn Connect with Katherine Coble on LinkedIn Learn more about Borshoff Watch Gut + Science (and more) on YouTube! Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: Clarity is kindness, especially during organizational change. Adoption matters more than just great solutions. Leaders must actively shape, not just approve, change. Communication must be consistent, intentional, and human. Celebrate progress to build momentum and trust.

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In the Loop: Rethinking Redesign: Clarity Through Communication with Rebecca Ellis is an episode from Gut + Science - Real Talk with CEOs on Culture, Data, and Decision-making by Nikki Lewallen.

This episode is 27:57 long.

This episode was published on Jan 20, 2026.

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