ABOUT US
Expertise in Change Readiness & Leadership
With over two decades of experience in organisational change, Dr Steve Barlow has dedicated his career to helping leaders and teams navigate transitions successfully. For the past eight years, he has taught change readiness and change management in a Master of Leadership program, blending scientific research with real-world application.
What makes The Change Gym unique?
Our uniqueness comes from the combination of:
- A strong change readiness focus – we understand change readiness and how it can revolutionise any business
- Academic rigour with practical solutions – we combine PhD-level knowledge with practical know-how
- Training for non-experts – we specialise in helping business leaders and managers who are not change experts, but want expert guidance
- Bespoke, tailored approach – while different people may take the same course, the addition of personalised coaching allows the instruction to adapt to individual needs
- Enhanced learning experience – our courses incorporate the most up-to-date AI tutors to support your learning
- Transformational impact – our courses are not about teaching you something. They are designed to help you grow and expand your horizon.
- Our courses are designed, created, and delivered by Steve Barlow, BA, MEd, PhD, Grad Dip Ed, Grad Cert Ed, Cert IV TAE, FIML, CMI. Steve has a masters in educational psychology and a doctorate in change readiness. He is a graduate of ACU, Macquarie University, and the University of Sydney.
The Journey to Change Readiness (by Steve Barlow)
Change readiness isn’t just a concept—it’s a fundamental tool for leaders navigating transition. My journey began in the early 2000s as an anger management trainer for maximum-security prisoners in NSW.
Ironically, “maximum security” doesn’t mean personal security. Inmates face deep uncertainty—limited freedom, minimal control, and unchecked emotions that hold them back. Many were trapped not only by the system but by their own mindsets.
My mission was to guide them toward lasting change. Yet, change isn’t forced—it’s chosen. Some were ready; many were not.
Two Critical Questions That Shaped My Work
✔ How can we identify who is ready for change before the journey begins?
✔ How can we help those who aren’t ready yet?
These questions led me to pursue a PhD in change readiness, transforming my understanding of how individuals—and organisations—handle change.
The Change Gym: Helping Leaders Drive Meaningful Change
Just as prisons contain people at different stages of readiness, businesses are filled with individuals navigating change at different speeds.
✔ Founders must ensure their business thrives beyond their daily involvement.
✔ Managers need the confidence to lead their teams through uncertainty.
At The Change Gym, we combine scientific insight with hands-on experience to help leaders build resilience, strengthen their thinking, and prepare their organisations for the future.
Change readiness isn’t just about managing transitions—it’s about building a culture that thrives in them.
Are you navigating change? Let’s connect and ensure your next transition leads to real success.
