The Change Over

Why be content when you can be happy? The Change Over is about breaking societal norms if they compromise your happiness. It’s about being transparent with the struggles and loud with the successes. Each episode Alanna provides a transparent story related to growing pains and practical tips on how to become the best and happiest version of yourself.

Use DATA with Coach Jess Rivera 01/14/2025

Use DATA with Coach Jess Rivera This episode Coach Jess joins Alanna to discuss how we can use D.A.T.A. to prepare for tough conversations. Using Coach Jess's framework will help you remove emotion and enter conversations with confidence. Other topics: Code-switching Letting the good things flow Showing up as your best self both at work and at home. IG @CoachJessicaRivera Website: https://jessicarivera.co /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/34855925

Be Ready for What You Ask For 12/07/2024

Be Ready for What You Ask For Stop over-preparing and be strategic in how to walk in your purpose. This episode Alanna shares recent experiences and breaks down the DISC personality styles in how you can identify your style and overcome barriers that may be associated with your movement forward. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/34326485

How to SOAR with New Habits 11/30/2024

How to SOAR with New Habits Here are four tips to help you make it to 21 days of creating your next new habit! This episode Alanna talks about the SOAR method from Dr. Michael Koku and the diffit can make in your life. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/34208945

How to Stand out from Your Peers AKA Being Your Best Self 11/07/2022

How to Stand out from Your Peers AKA Being Your Best Self In a world full of competition. This episode Alanna shares 4 tips on how to not compete against peers but to stand out.Tip range from things you can do without any prep at all as well as things to consider in the long haul. This episode is lined with stories and breakdowns on how to stand out without saying a word. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/24927678

Networking Tips 09/15/2022

Networking Tips After almost being paralyzed at her first in-person networking event since COVID, Alanna shares three things to keep in mind at your next event! Mentioned in this episode: HiHello digital business cards /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/24305133

Is Quiet Quitting for You? 09/07/2022

Is Quiet Quitting for You? Recently "Quiet Quitting" has become popular after a creator took to social media. Here learn what quiet quitting is and if it's something you should consider or stay clear from! This epiosde breaks down tips for those who choose to pass on this trend! /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/24304932

Applying Positive Psychology 07/07/2022

Applying Positive Psychology In this episode, we talk about two small acts that can make a huge difference in how you think and feel. Adding bits of positive psychology to your life will go beyond only enhancing your life but those around you as well. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/23665790

Managers Need Love Too 06/02/2022

Managers Need Love Too Most organizations focus on customers and products. That's what bring in the money so no we're not talking about any issue there. This episode we talk about three ways you can make sure your managers carrying the weight in the middle feel appreciated. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/22889555

Tips on Leading as an Introvert 05/26/2022

Tips on Leading as an Introvert Most people think you have to be loud and super charismatic to make it as a leader. In this episode Richara and I talk about tips to help those on the introverted side of life become better leaders. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/23231486

Quiet Lessons Learned on Leadership 05/12/2022

Quiet Lessons Learned on Leadership One thing I learned along my leadership journey was to pay attention. This episode is a recap of some lessons learned from me paying attention to a previous leader I worked for. Listen in for great tips on how to become your best version of yourself and to see if I actually picked up what was being put down. Key Points: 1. Create Systems 2. Get comfortable having uncomfortable conversations Find out more about Yasmeen and Fly Minds: /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/23057027

Three Workplace Stressors That Can Lead to Burnout 05/05/2022

Three Workplace Stressors That Can Lead to Burnout Burnout is real. As leaders we have the power and responsibility to make sure our expectations and conditions aren't tearing our teams apart. Listen to this episode for three stressors you can identify and plan to correct within your organization. Meet the host, Leadership Coach, Alanna Thomas on IG @TheAlannaThomas Connect on LinkedIn /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/22889504

Creating a Productive Work Environment 04/28/2022

Creating a Productive Work Environment Studies show hundreds of millions of DAYS of vacation are left on the table every year. Most people would assume more working hours means more productivity but it's actually the opposite. Listen in to figure out how you can create a more productive work environment. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/22889333

Let's Talk Turnover 01/13/2022

Let's Talk Turnover Releasing team members to find better opportunities can be tough. It’s even harder when you’re trying to figure how to establish your company’s accountability plan. There’s not a one-size-fits-all when it comes to accountability. In this episode, Alanna shares how employees seeing people let go from an organization can impact their desire to stay with a company. Finding a method that will work for your organization can set you up for success and lower turnover rates. Connect: Instagram: @AlannaSparrow Resources: linktr.ee/alannaleads /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/21613766

The Circle of Safety and Why it Matters 01/06/2022

The Circle of Safety and Why it Matters There is nothing like the feeling of being in constant competition. It’s draining and as far from the peaceful stress-free life, we all dream about. In this episode, Alanna talks about the Circle of Safety and how it can be applied throughout your organization to increase inspiration, productivity, and all-around happiness! Books Mentioned: Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek How to Win Friends and Influence Others by Dale Carnegie Case Studies: Disney Settlement regarding Black Widow Wall Fargo Fake Account Scandal Connect: Instagram: @AlannaSparrow Resources: linktr.ee/alannaleads /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/21613721

Life Happens to Us All 12/30/2021

Life Happens to Us All Many of us believe that we have to show up for everyone else and we do not show up for ourselves. This level of people-pleasing is one we are leaving in 2021. People are experiencing life regardless of what level and profession they may be in. That includes you. Be kind to yourself. Give your all where you can and don’t feel bad when you don’t have it to give. Show up for yourself. Verse mentioned: It rains on the just and the unjust. Matthew 5:45 Connect: Instagram: @AlannaSparrow Resources: linktr.ee/alannaleads /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/21613805

3 Reasons Why You Need a Project Manager 12/09/2021

3 Reasons Why You Need a Project Manager Looking back over your life, there are probably tons of goals and projects you had big plans for but for whatever reason you just didn't complete the task. You may have even completed the task but...it wasn't to your liking. In this episode, Alanna and Twyla Adkins, Project Management Professional (PMP) discuss three myths of project management and why you might need one in your life. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/21427232

Embrace the Suck 10/04/2021

Embrace the Suck As leaders, there are things we do not want to do. Some of these are truly tough, others just require our presence with a good attitude. Inventory your space and I dare you to show up. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/20697239

Leadership Choices 09/30/2021

Leadership Choices This episode Alanna shares her experience as a leader dealing with sudden changes. All leaders deal with change. Some are good, some take a little more getting used to. All require making choices. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/20658131

Benefits of Emotional Intelligence for Leaders 09/09/2021

Benefits of Emotional Intelligence for Leaders What if there were small things you could do to make a big impact on how you interact with your team and how they interact with you? This episode I chat with Richara Brown of the Virtual Vault and R.D.B Coaching and Consulting on how to build your emotional intelligence and reap the benefits of it. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/20425802

Shift Happens 09/01/2021

Shift Happens This episode is an update on what's been going on and what's next for professional leaders in this community! /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/20341622

Eat What's On Your Plate 03/25/2021

Eat What's On Your Plate Every now and then I find myself in a place where I want more to do, to focus on, to accomplish, and then reality hits! I am barely managing what's on my current plate. In this episode, I share my experience and what I recommend in these situations. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/18472388

Me v. Me 03/04/2021

Me v. Me Often times we start to think we're behind because our path looks different from someone else's. In reality, we may not even be going to the same destination. Even if we are, each path has its own beauty. Sounds good right? Listen in to see how that's handled in real life. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/18188492

Explore More in 2021 02/24/2021

Explore More in 2021 When is the last time you stepped outside of your box to try something new? Not necessarily a new career but a new hobby, new music, new anything! It's 2021 and if you're going to live your life to the fullest you have to give something new a chance. If you like it great! If it sucks... you tried. Either way, you won't wonder what if. You might also be more entertained if nothing else. Enjoy this episode and share with us what you're trying and how it goes. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/18075461

Effective Conflict Resolution 06/26/2020

Effective Conflict Resolution Have you ever felt in need of a conflict resolution conversation? How do you know when it's worth it? What if you lose your friend? What if your relationship ends up being better than ever? In this episode, I provide a few tips on identifying if both parties are ready for a conversation and how to make it worth your time if you are. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/14976209

White Privilege v. Black Punishment: Semantics 06/11/2020

White Privilege v. Black Punishment: Semantics I want to applaud those of you who are still having conversations about race and privilege. It can be tiring and tough when it's with people you thought understood this already. This episode I want to offer ONE tip to help break a wall I've noticed that stops many of these conversations. Listen to find out how saying black punishment instead of white privilege can make a difference. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/14792528

Thoughts on Racial Tension 06/04/2020

Thoughts on Racial Tension This episode I wanted to share my top 3 thoughts on the current racial climate. Visit www.AlannaSparrow.com to join the Change Over Community and sign up for the newsletter! /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/14692109

Surviving Domestic Violence 05/28/2020

Surviving Domestic Violence Most of us think the closest we've ever been to domestic violence is watching What's Love Got to Do With It. The reality is nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner according to the NCADV. In this episode, Trust shares her journey into and out of an abusive relationship. We discuss the impact it had on her children, relationship with God, and even her beautiful marriage now. Listen to this episode and share it with a friend. There are great takeaways for everyone but you never know which "strong friend" may need this the most. To join the Change Over Community visit Connect on IG @AlannaSparrow /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/14600291

Branding, Networking and Mastering LinkedIn 05/21/2020

Branding, Networking and Mastering LinkedIn Anybody ever set up a LinkedIn account because you knew you needed to and then never went back to it again or just me? In this episode, I talk to Danielle Mills, the founder, and owner of Headstrong. She is a master networker and literally wrote a book about mastering LinkedIn. Listen for the Change Over Challenge of the week and practical tips you can use to separate yourself from the masses and network like a boss. For Danielle’s story listen to episode 19 How to Have a Champion’s Mindset with Danielle Mills. Follow today’s guest Danielle on IG @daniela_boricua and @headstrongllc To purchase Danielle's Book How to Master Linkedin To work with Danielle Visit to connect with the host. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/14505737

Taking Control in the Midst of COVID 05/14/2020

Taking Control in the Midst of COVID In the midst of a global pandemic, all my days are starting to look and feel the same. Minus the dates moving by faster. Can you believe it's been 2 months since the COVID19 pandemic swept the US. I am finally starting to feel comfortable in my new life. You know what that means? It's time to get back on my grind. This episode I urge members of the Change Over Community to take inventory of your life pre-COVID19, and again today to see what gaps if any have developed. From there, make moves. visit alannasparrow.com /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/14410487

Why You Don't Need to Learn A New Skill During A Pandemic 04/05/2020

Why You Don't Need to Learn A New Skill During A Pandemic For some people, the sudden life change caused by COVID19 can be the break from work or time at home many have been waiting for. For others, it's business as usual with longer hours because the commute to their office or living room is shorter. For us all, it is a change. This episode is to break the record playing, which says you lack discipline if you do not come out of this pandemic with a new skill, business or language. Congratulations if you do. If you don't and you learn how to live under these circumstances with joy and no charges, I want to equally congratulate you. The Change Over is about living your life on your terms. It's personal, as is each experience we all have. Don't let social media and influencers make you feel bad for doing that. /episode/index/show/thechangeoverpodcast/id/13853462

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