Susan Bernstein, MBA PhD

Guiding leadership teams caught in ongoing conflict to operate harmoniously — and those already collaborating well to take their performance to the next level | Ex-Accenture, Intel

Dr. Susan Bernstein is the CEO and Founder of Shift Beyond Strategies, a company that specializes in helping organizations navigate significant changes and transitions.1 She holds an MBA from UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business and a PhD in Somatic Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology's Santa Barbara campus.1 2

Professional Background

Dr. Bernstein has over 35 years of experience supporting organizations in navigating leadership and organizational challenges.5 Her expertise lies in expanding the human capacity of teams to adapt and thrive amidst significant shifts such as mergers, acquisitions, layoffs, and the introduction of new technologies like AI.1

Approach and Methodology

Her approach combines business acumen with psychological insight, offering a unique perspective on managing and enacting change.1 Dr. Bernstein employs a variety of tools, including:

Frameworks
Resources
Stories
Experiential activities

She focuses on simplifying the change process and making it more accessible to everyone involved.1

Areas of Expertise

Boosting adaptability of individuals, teams, and organizations
Enhancing resilience
Unlocking innate human abilities within team members
Increasing momentum for critical initiatives
Leading people through change with confidence and compassion

Additional Roles and Interests

Dr. Bernstein is also:

A dynamic speaker and writer
An advocate for transformative strategies in companies
Passionate about creating environments where employees are supported and valued

Outside of her professional life, she enjoys performing improv, freeform dance, hiking, cycling, and exploring San Diego and nearby Mexico.1

Dr. Bernstein's LinkedIn username is drsusanbernstein, where she shares insights and recommendations related to leadership transitions and executive coaching.3 4