Episode 65: The Power of Reinvention with Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva in SWITCHON Live Podcast by Itzik Amiel

Switch On Your Practice: From Innovation to Continuous Reinvention

In this energizing episode of SWITCHON Live, Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva joins global networking expert Itzik Amiel for a bold conversation about what it really takes to thrive in a world of disruption. Far from the comfort of innovation theater, Nadya introduces a radical new mindset—reinvention not as a project, but as a core system for leadership, resilience, and growth. Together, they unpack what holds leaders back from changing, how to overcome the fear of reinvention, and what small actions create outsized impact in a chaotic world.

What You’ll Learn

You’ll learn why disruption has outpaced innovation—and why professional service firms, consultants, and even individual experts must now reinvent every 1–3 years just to stay relevant. Dr. Nadya explains the key differences between innovation and reinvention, how to shift from reactive to proactive strategy, and what emotional dynamics often block meaningful transformation. You’ll walk away with practical frameworks and mindset tools to help you build a business that thrives through uncertainty.

Who This Is For

• Owners and partners in professional service firms
• Consultants, coaches, and advisors seeking long-term relevance
• Change agents and practice development leaders
• Executives dealing with cultural or structural resistance
• Anyone navigating rapid disruption in their industry

3 Key Takeaways from This Episode

1. Innovation Is Not Enough: Reinvention as a System

True reinvention is not a buzzword or project—it’s a repeatable system that integrates foresight, adaptation, and execution. Leaders must stop relying on one-off innovation bursts and instead build a sustainable reinvention engine.

2. Emotions Drive Resistance: Fix the Fear, Not the Data

Resistance to change isn’t about logic—it’s about fear and fatigue. Nadya explains why rational arguments often fail and how leaders can use emotional intelligence, community, and shared ownership to spark real transformation.

3. Reinvention Mindset: From Fixed Cycles to Fluid Adaptation

You can’t plan for decades anymore. Business models now expire in 1–3 years. Nadya breaks down how to shift your team’s mindset—from “once-and-done” change to a dynamic, continuous reinvention process that thrives on uncertainty.

Resources Mentioned

• Titanic Syndrome Diagnostic Tool
• Chief Reinvention Officer Handbook – Free Preview
• Reinvention Academy Certification & Tools
• Itzik Amiel – SWITCHON Live Series