Successful change leaders demonstrate three key characteristics when dealing with change and opportunities: 1. They seek clarity and make meaning of the change or situation by understanding the facts, verifying their knowledge, and checking their understanding with others. 2. They discover new opportunities by considering how they can contribute to success, identifying what they can control, and seeing challenges as a chance to grow. 3. They manage risks by deciding on opportunities based on benefits and risks, reimagining ways to address risks, and having conversations to identify and address risks.