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Trying to Change Behavior? One Missing Element from Your Training
Jul 6, 2026 · 14 min · 7 segments
Your staff already know what to do and how to do it. So why are they still not doing it? In this episode of Learning for Good, I break down why explaining the why is one of the simplest and most…
Your staff already know what to do and how to do it. So why are they still not doing it? In this episode of Learning for Good, I break down why explaining the why is one of the simplest and most overlooked workplace behavior change strategies nonprofit leaders have available. Nonprofit leaders pour energy into teaching their teams what to do and how to do it, then feel baffled when the new behavior never sticks. It is easy to assume the problem is the training itself, when the real gap might be something far simpler and far easier to fix. **▶️ Trying to Change Behavior? One Missing Element from Your Training** **▶️ Key Points:** 00:00:00 How an Explanation Can Change Behavior 00:05:11 Ellen Langer's Research on Behavior Change and Compliance 00:08:38 Closing the Gap Between Staff Training and Behavior Change **Resources from this episode:** The Power of the Word Because Study by Ellen Langer: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/brain-wise/201310/the-power-of-the-word-because-to-get-people-to-do-stuff Join the Learning for Good Summit in July: https://collective.skillmastersmarket.com/invitation?code=9A6625 Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collective **Connect with Heather** LinkedIn: Heather Burright Website: skillmastersmarket.com Book an interest call with Heather here. **⭐Was this episode helpful? If you’re listening on** Apple Podcasts **or** Spotify**, follow and leave a review!** **🔗Know anyone who would benefit from this episode? SHARE this with your friends.** Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations. Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization. Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions! **Produced by** Ideablossoms
Your staff already know what to do and how to do it. So why are they still not doing it? In this episode of Learning for Good, I break down why explaining the why is one of the simplest and most…
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