Strong Leaders Serve with Teri Schmidt

Send us a Text Message. Are you navigating the complexities of leading a remote team? In this episode, we explore the unique challenges and opportunities of remote leadership. Drawing from extensive experience and expert conversations, we highlight the importance of intentional leadership in fostering team performance and well-being. Listen to discover practical tips on creating a sense of contribution and community that will empower your team to thrive in any setting. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. In an election year, discussions can get heated. But how do we maintain respect? In our new episode with Justin Jones-Fosu, explore strategies for engaging in difficult conversations without losing sight of humanity and respect. It's a timely listen for anyone looking to navigate challenging dialogues with grace. Resources: https://howtorespectfullydisagree.com/https://workmeaningful.com/Connect with Justin on LinkedInJustin's TedX talk: Don't Take the Exit on People: A Diversity & Inclusion Approach Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. We're taking a brief pause but join us back here in April for some excellent guests and content that we can't wait to share with you! Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. What makes delegation one of the most challenging skills for new (and, if we're honest, experienced) leaders? Why are we, as leaders, so reluctant to give up control, leading us to be D.I.N.O.s? It may not be what you think. Using a few illustrative stories, Teri explores the difficulties associated with delegation and offers strategies you can try today to develop this skill that has the power to improve not only your team's efficiency, but also their (and your) wellbeing. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. What deserves a "why" in your leadership today? In this episode of Strong Leaders Serve, host Teri Schmidt explores the concept of intention in leadership through a thought-provoking story about a former corporate rockstar, Jill, and her post-illness career struggles. Teri delves into the inertia that often keeps leaders and team members from challenging the status quo, emphasizing the importance of identifying and combatting unhelpful workplace patterns. The episode challenges listeners to consider what they need to stop in order to create a more intentional and effective work environment. Join us as we navigate the complexities of leadership and intention, and uncover practical strategies to combat quiet-quitting and help your team thrive by replacing unhelpful workplace inertia with intention that helps individuals and teams thrive. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. It's my birthday! Will you help me with one of my wishes? It only will take 30 seconds and would mean a lot to me. Just click on the link below and let me know what leadership challenges/topics/guests you would like to see on future episodes of Strong Leaders Serve: https://forms.gle/rMyHUtmKPj3YMGzW6 And listen in for a preview of what we have planned for our upcoming season! Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. At Strong Leaders Serve we seek out and celebrate leaders who are making a positive impact through their work and leadership style. In today's episode, we have the honor of welcoming Breene Murphy, President of Carbon Collective, a climate-focused investment adviser. Breene shares invaluable insights on the importance of building relationship frameworks within teams, fostering clear direction and flexibility in a remote work environment. Moreover, Breene shares his personal journey of transitioning from corporate roles to leadership in a startup. He discusses leaving behind her previous identity and harnessing his true strengths, allowing her to excel in building relationships, identifying strengths in others, and fostering successful partnerships and fundraising. Notably, Breene's leadership approach involves developing the whole person, recognizing and nurturing individual strengths within a team, and ultimately requiring less effort in the long run. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/veraquinn/https://www.carboncollective.co/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. This episode features Vera Quinn, the CEO of Cydcor, who shares her journey from a door-to-door salesperson to running the company. Vera provides valuable insights on her personal journey, challenges faced by female leaders, and the importance of fostering a people-first atmosphere in organizations. She gives practical advice for upcoming leaders, emphasizing the need to be interested in others, valuing clear communication, and believing in people's potential to thrive when given opportunities to do big things. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/veraquinn/https://www.instagram.com/veraquinn/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. Decision-making is one of the most difficult jobs of a leader, especially in uncertain times. In this episode, our guest, Olena Petrosyuk, shares her unique experiences, journey, and insights into the difficult decisions she's wrestled with throughout her career, in both the corporate world and her current role as COO at Klevu. We discuss the constraints of decision-making, the importance of listening to one's intuition, the weight that each decision carries, particularly when other people's lives are at stake, and the essential aspect of having a defined North Star. Her story is fascinating and offers actionable guidance for making decisions as a leader in uncertain times. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olena-petrosyuk-39128312/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. Did you know that when there is psychological safety on a team, it actually can reduce our cognitive load, making it easier to solve problems and innovate? We no longer have to perform the mental risk calculations and assess our vulnerability whenever we want to ask a question. Instead, we can focus our brain power as a team on problem solving and innovation. In this episode, Tom Geraghty, founder of psychsafety.com, discusses the relationship between cognitive load and psychological safety and how we can use that knowledge to help teams thrive. We also discuss how psychological safety relates to privilege and intersectionality. Finally, Tom provides actionable practices for new and experienced leaders to more effectively create environments of psych safety so that the bulk of the team's cognitive load can be dedicated to meaningful, productive work. Resources: https://psychsafety.co.ukhttps://psychsafety.co.uk/newsletterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/geraghtytom Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. As we get ready to begin a new year, are you wondering how you can you can lead with more intention and courage? Our guest, Catherine Bell, is a thought-leader and prime example for women who lead with intention and courage. As the founder of two very successful companies - Blue Era and The Awakened Company, a bestselling author, an executive coach, and an inspiring leader, Catherine is making waves in the corporate world. In our conversation, she shares actionable insights on self-awareness, risk-taking, and the importance of staying true to one's vision. Resources: The Awakened CompanywebsiteCatherine on LinkedIn Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. Do you experience conflict in your workplace or home? Then this episode's for you. (So basically, it's for everyone). We talk with leadership expert, speaker, and best-selling author of "Don't Feed the Elephants," Sarah Noll Wilson, about the transformative power of leading with curiosity to address conflict and create inclusive, open-minded environments. Our conversation delves into creating a culture of addressing difficult topics in teams, specific behaviors for new leaders, and the impact of power dynamics on communication and feedback. Join us as we explore the value of curiosity in relationships and leadership, and the imperative of creating a safe environment for all voices to be heard. Resources: Don't Feed the ElephantsConversation on ConversationsSarah on LinkedIn Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. When working to make our workplaces more compassionate and just, it's easy to give into the temptation to utilize the "us vs. them" paradigm. "Othering" those who disagree with us can bring a sense of clarity and belonging. But, our guest for this episode, Dr. Amanda Aminata Kemp, emphasizes the need to move away from divisive thinking and instead focus on regenerative justice. As we continue our series focusing on female changemakers, this conversation with Dr. Kemp provides insight and wisdom for how leaders can break free from the limitations imposed by the 'us vs. them' paradigm to create lasting change. Resources: websiteConnect with Dr. Amanda Aminata Kemp on LinkedIn Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. Did you know that women represent over 52% of the professional workforce, but they only occupy 24% of C-Suite roles and only 10% of Fortune 500 companies are led by women? What if the main barriers holding women back are actually outdated cultural assumptions that we have about the concept of work? Dr. Tara Schwegler is back to talk about how challenging our assumptions about work can help advance gender equality and make our teams and workplaces more diverse and inclusive. It's time to get off auto-pilot in our workplaces and rethink what it means to lead a team that works well. Tara provides steps to do just that, including tips for leaders at all levels. Resources: Tara's websiteConnect with Tara on LinkedIn Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. Business ethics is one of the most important, yet least talked about elements of leadership. That's one reason we're kicking of our series highlighting female changemakers with Dr. Bev Kracher. Dr. Bev holds the Robert B. Daugherty Endowed Chair in Business Ethics & Society in the Heider College at Creighton University and is the Founder of the Business Ethics Alliance whose purpose is to promote an environment in Omaha where the discussion and practice of business ethics is encouraged and expected. Dr. Kracher has dedicated her career to promoting ethical leadership and empowering female leaders. In this insightful episode, she shares her wisdom on leadership, confidence, and navigating ethical dilemmas. Resources: Connect with Dr. Bev on LinkedInDr. Bev's Contact InfoBusiness Ethics AllianceShow notes and transcript Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. In today's rapidly changing world, according to our guest, Alex Budak, we have two choices: In this episode, we dive into the concept of taking the second path and becoming a changemaker, discussing everything from the importance of mindset and leadership to taking action and serving others. We explore the challenges and misconceptions that people face when identifying themselves as leaders and share valuable insights on building relationships, practicing empathy, and embracing both service and strength in leadership, so that you can become a changemaker regardless of your current title. Resources: Follow Alex on LinkedInAlex's websiteLeadership Book ClubBecoming a ChangemakerShow notes and transcript Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. If you want to lead in a way that creates a more compassionate and just workplace, you can't avoid holding people accountable. As leaders, we likely all know this, but as our guest, Jill Shroyer, mentions without the skills needed to have the difficult conversations that accountability demands, we might choose just to avoid the situation.... until we can't. In this episode, we discuss how to handle underperforming team members and navigate tough conversations. We'll also dive into the importance of preparing for unexpected reactions and discussing the "what ifs" when letting someone go. Get ready to learn and develop these essential leadership skills you need to confidently address challenging scenarios while fostering a just and compassionate workplace. Resources: Follow Jill on LinkedInExpedition HR websiteHR SubscriptionJill's book: Conquer Sticky SituationsTough Conversations Leadership Training Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. Do you have any meetings on your calendar this week that you're pretty sure will be a waste of time? You're not alone. In the last of our series that highlights some of the collaboration skills that we teach in our Learn by Doing Good team building experiences. I've brought on meeting expert, Mamie Kanfer Stewart to share her practical tips for how we can make all types of meetings better. We dig into: Resources: Momentum: Creating Effective, Engaging, and Enjoyable MeetingsMeeteorThe Modern Manager Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. Have you ever had that coworker who is really difficult to work with? Or maybe there's another leader who seems to have a completely different personality than you? Or maybe you're just moving into a new leadership role and you're eager to build your network and establish strong peer relationships? If any of those are true about you, this episode is for you. We talk about one of the most overlooked, but critical relationships for you to build as a leader: the relationship with your peers. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall

Send us a Text Message. You care about your team and you want to serve them. But in an attempt to lessen their struggles, are your actions actually contributing to their burnout? In this episode we discuss: Resources Mentioned: Strong Leaders Serve LinkedIn Newsletter: Leaders, Serve Don't RescueEpisode 129: How to Serve as a Leader Without Burning OutGallup's Thriving Podcast: Employee Burnout: The Causes and the Cures Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teri-m-schmidt/ Get 1-on-1 leadership support from Teri here: https://www.strongertoserve.com/coaching Set up an intro call with Teri: https://calendly.com/terischmidt/discoverycall