You Can Become an Influential Leader.
I Can Help.
Meet Dr. Laura Janusik
I’m Dr. Laura Janusik, founder of Listening to Change and a lifelong researcher of how the brain processes communication. For more than 20 years, I’ve trained thousands of people, from executive leaders to caregivers to lifelong learners, on how to become better listeners, stronger communicators, and more effective collaborators.
I hold a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Maryland, and I’ve devoted my academic and professional life to the study of listening, with a deep focus on how the brain shapes our communication habits. My work has been featured in NPR, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News & World Report, and I’ve shared this research with over 4,000 leaders across dozens of industries.
But my work isn’t just about leadership. It’s about relationships: at work, at home, and within ourselves.
More than 20 years spent as a professor and scholar
3,000+ people trained to listen and communicate better
15 years of human resource management experience
When Communication Gets Personal
My expertise took on a new meaning when my mother was diagnosed with dementia. As her condition progressed, I noticed something heartbreaking: the way we communicated — something so foundational to our relationship — began to break down. What used to be simple, everyday exchanges turned into confusion, frustration, and emotional distance. I quickly realized it wasn’t just about my mother not making sense. It was about how her brain was changing and how I needed to change too. At that moment, I turned to what I knew best: the science of listening. I dove back into the research I had spent years studying and teaching. And what I found was eye-opening: Our loved ones with cognitive decline aren’t lying to us. They’re not trying to confuse us. Their brains are simply changing. So, we need to change the way we communicate with them. This shift in understanding transformed not only my caregiving experience, but my life’s work.
How I Can Help You, Your Team, and Your Organization
Rooted in listening and backed by science, I offer targeted guidance to resolve your specific challenges.
I'm a Caregiver
Feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to care for a loved one facing cognitive decline?
You're not alone. Through workshops and courses, you will learn science-backed strategies to communicate with more patience and clarity, even as your loved one’s memory shifts.
I'm a Leader
Communication breakdowns are costing your team time, energy, and alignment.
Through interactive workshops and customized training, you can learn how to shift dynamics and build a safe, inclusive culture where listening drives productivity and collaboration.
I'm looking for Coaching
Whether you're facing conflict, change, or growth, coaching gives you clarity.
With one-on-one coaching sessions, you’ll uncover your communication patterns, build better relationships, and show up in your daily life with greater presence and purpose.
Trusted By
Listening is more than a skill — it’s a science, a mindset, and a bridge to deeper connection.
Credentials & Recognition
Ph.D. in Communication, University of Maryland
Global LQ™ Listening Intelligence Certified Coach
Certified Listening Professional (CLP)
Director, Global Listening Centre
Past President, International Listening Association
Featured in NPR, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News & World Report
