Talent Tuesday: Employee Resistance – Using Curiosity as a Superpower
September 22 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Employee Resistance: Using Curiosity as a Superpower
Change is constant and inevitable. So why does it so often create resistance, even when the change makes sense?
Join us for Talent Tuesday: Employee Resistance: Using Curiosity as a Superpower, a practical look at the human side of change and how curiosity can help leaders better understand what is really driving resistance.
In this session, Emily Monarez, Workplace Strategist at Steelcase, will explore the SCARF Model, which focuses on five social drivers that shape how people respond to or resist change:
- Status
- Certainty
- Autonomy
- Relatedness
- Fairness
Rather than treating resistance as something to overcome, participants will learn how to use curiosity to uncover what the resistance is actually about. The session will provide a practical framework for navigating change, strengthening communication and responding more effectively as a leader.
Whether you lead a team, support employees or help shape workplace culture, this Talent Tuesday offers a useful way to better understand the behavior behind resistance and approach change with greater clarity and intention.
Event Details
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
11:00 a.m. Mountain Time
Virtual via Zoom
Meet the Presenter
Emily Monarez
Workplace Strategist, Steelcase
Emily believes in fostering a world where both organizations and employees thrive. With a profound curiosity about the human mind and behavior, she draws on neuroscience to help organizations develop impactful leaders and create compelling workplace cultures.
Emily holds a master’s degree in Management and Organizational Development and a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design. Through continuous learning and exploration, she strives to stay at the forefront of the industry as the world of work continues to shift and evolve.
With Support From
Amanda Nichols
Account Executive, Slate
Amanda specializes in connecting people with place to curate furniture solutions that inspire people to do their best work and play. Her approach centers on strong relationships, transparent communication, clear expectations and creating environments where people can be their most authentic selves.
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