Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.   Let’s dive in!   In this episode, I sit down with Justin Boling, an EOS Implementer, who shares that Change isn’t easy, but with the right communication, clarity, and culture, it doesn’t have to be chaotic. Learn how setting expectations, building trust, and laying solid foundations can help teams navigate resistance, retain talent, and solve the right problems at the right time.   01:40 The Journey of a Change Agent 04:00 Understanding Resistance to Change 06:59 Navigating Conversations About Change 10:33 The Muscle of Comfort in Uncomfortable Situations 13:37 From Employee Number 11 to Growth 17:46 The Cost of Bad Hires 25:01 Implementing EOS for Sustainable Growth 29:14 Curiosity and Impact 30:06 Lessons from the Integrator Seat 31:10 The Importance of Slowing Down 32:01 Challenges in Implementation 33:00 Navigating Accountability and Expectations 35:39 Building Execution Mindsets 38:05 Identifying and Prioritizing Issues 40:01 From Ideas to Action 43:02 Tipping Points in Implementation 45:07 Balancing Structure and Flexibility 47:21 Finding the Right Fit 48:34 Closing Thoughts and Future Connections   Episode Resources   Website: https://www.eosworldwide.com/justin-boling LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-boling-47056411/ Phone: (970) 556-2348