From Messy Middles to new Beginnings
Dilek Süzal on Change and Resilience I Episode #1
Change is not the exception—it’s the constant. But how can leaders and teams navigate it without being torn apart?
In this opening episode of Think Beyond Talks, host Anne Barnea sits down with Dilek Süzal, Impact Partner at Think Beyond, to explore the phases of change, the messy middle, and how resilience helps us weather the storm.
Dilek’s own journey—moving countries, switching professions, and redefining her identity—has given her a unique perspective on transformation. As a coach, trainer, and facilitator, she now helps leaders and organizations embrace change with clarity, courage, and resilience.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
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The natural phases of change: Why every ending leads to a messy middle before a true new beginning.
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The Rooms of Change: A practical framework to move from comfort through denial and confusion to renewal.
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The messy middle: Why it’s like renovating an old house—and how leaders can guide others through the dust and disruption.
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Resilience as a leadership skill: From Martin Seligman’s 3 Ps to the Resilience Bank Account, practical ways to recover, adapt, and keep moving forward.
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Four Cs of leadership in change: Clarity, Connection, Consistency, and Compassion.
Dilek reminds us that transformation isn’t about skipping the hard parts—it’s about staying grounded through them. As she puts it: “Start by changing small things. Then you’ll find yourself ready for the bigger ones.”
Listen now and reflect on how you can build resilience to lead yourself and others through change.
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