Tammy Watchorn
The Change Ninja
Looking for a speaker who doesn’t just talk about change but lives it? Meet Dr. Tammy Watchorn. She realized that success is not about processes—it’s about people. By seeing individuals, not just stakeholders, Tammy developed a ‘ninja’ approach to making progress by stealth. Book Tammy to bring a fresh, human-centred perspective to your event and inspire your audience with strategies for real and significant change.
Biography
Tammy is a master at turning slow-moving organisations into nimble, innovative environments. But her journey to becoming a sought-after expert in change leadership is as unconventional as it is inspiring.
Tammy’s story starts in the minefield of the public sector, where she spent years trying to push the boundaries of innovation. It wasn’t easy. Change, she quickly discovered, is a tough nut to crack, especially when you’re working within the confines of traditional structures. Despite earning her credentials in change management, Tammy found herself frustrated by slow progress and resistance at every turn. But instead of giving up, she got creative.
Tammy’s lightbulb moment came when she realized that certifications and textbook strategies were not enough. The real key to driving change was focusing on people, not processes. By understanding the unique motivations of individuals rather than just viewing them as stakeholders, she began to see real progress, developing a more human-centred approach to leadership.
This revelation led Tammy to develop her signature “ninja” approach to change. Instead of fighting resistance head-on, she learned to make small, strategic moves that quietly but effectively transformed organizations from within. Her methods blend practicality, empathy, and a dash of humour, making her a beloved figure in the world of change leadership.
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Topics
Tammy Watchorn speaks on leading meaningful, human-centred change in organisations. Drawing on her real-world experience and her acclaimed Change Ninja Handbook, she equips audiences with practical tools like Influence Mapping and Agile Experimentation to tackle transformation challenges. Her keynotes and workshops focus on empowering individuals to make strategic, people-first moves that lead to big, lasting results. With a humorous and relatable style, Tammy champions a stealthy, effective approach to change that breaks down resistance and builds momentum from the inside out.
Becoming A Change Ninja
Breaking down the glass front door
Challenging your decision-making process
Example Videos
Publications
Tammy Watchorn is the author of two innovative and highly praised books centred on change management and personal leadership:
The Change Ninja Handbook presents a gamified, interactive “choose-your-own-adventure” experience that turns readers into the protagonists of their own change stories. Drawing on her years of professional practice, Tammy offers bite-sized, practical “ninja moves” and real-world case studies designed to help anyone drive change more effectively and humanely.
Its follow-up, The Change Ninja Returns: And This Time It’s Personal, builds on the original’s format but turns inward—Tammy becomes her own case study to test her change tools in deeply emotional, personal upheaval. This Goody Business Book Awards 2024 winner in the Self‑Help / Personal Transformation category walks readers through a personal journey of resilience using practical life “ninja moves” that guide decision-making, emotional regulation, and personal transformation
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Feedback
“Tammy challenged us all on how we can become ‘Change Ninjas’ highlighting the importance of engaging people and knowing your audience right from the start and encouraging us all to think differently about change. She was amazing— so inspiring and entertaining! I really enjoyed listening to how to become a ninja and how to be brave in the process.”
Barbara Sowa, Quality Improvement lead, NHS Surrey Heartlands
“Bringing to life engaging insights into important topics can be, in most cases, challenging but Dr Tammy Watchorn masters this art in her Change Ninja series. Thrilling interactive sessions diving into every day change challenges, using her experience and learning to provide a new perspective for project professionals. An overall highly recommended workshop for any professional looking to master the art of change.” "Tammy is an outstanding and captivating speaker who presents crucial Project Management topics in an enjoyable and engaging manner. Her webinars are both insightful and practical, offering delegates clear, actionable steps they can implement in their projects.”
Casper Bartington; Chontelle Braceland, Head of Commercial Relationships; Membership Development Manager, Association for Project Management
