By Teri Schmidt | Leadership Coaching & Teambuilding | Creating More Just & Compassionate Workplaces Through Leadership
The leadership podcast for people who are in leadership not for the status and power, but instead to use that status and power to turn potential into performance for positive change.
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Supporting people leaders isn't just a nice-to-have; it's an economic imperative for thriving teams and successful organizations.
On this episode we're chatting with Cheryl Fields Tyler, founder of Blue Beyond Consulting, about their groundbreaking research report, "Winning on the People Side of Business."
Learn how to balance high expectations with deep trust, support your mid-level managers, and redefine well-being beyond just surface-level perks. Plus, discover why feedback and communication are your secret weapons. Tune in to hear about leadership as a sacred role, the key to effective team collaboration, and making work a place of growth and joy.
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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Leadership can be isolating...but it doesn't need to be.
In this behind-the-scenes episode of Strong Leaders Serve, Teri shares her top piece of advice for leaders: stop trying to do it all alone.
Lauren and Teri also discuss the origin story of Strong Leaders Serve's definition of leadership, common misconceptions that Teri sees among leaders, and the value of community in helping leaders thrive. Discover how meaningful connections are crucial for resilience, growth, and adaptability in leadership.
And don't miss the special announcement about the launch of Leadership Thought Partners, a group coaching program designed to be a respite for you where you can learn through tackling real world challenges with a tight-knit group of compassionate, driven leaders!
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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
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Ever wondered how to lead a globally distributed team with empathy and grace?
In this episode of Strong Leaders Serve, Teri Schmidt chats with Tammy Klotz about her incredible journey from overcoming resistance as a leader to transforming underperforming teams across different time zones. Tammy shares her impactful stories, actionable insights, and even dives into how being a single mom shaped her leadership style. Tune in to explore the human-centered approach that can elevate your leadership game and create meaningful connections.
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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For women to achieve workplace equity, men's wellbeing is important.
Curious about how women leaders can help men thrive at work?
In today’s episode, Moe Carrick shares powerful insights on fostering male-to-male support, shifting emotional expectations, and creating inclusive, emotionally intelligent workplaces. Join us to learn how these strategies can elevate both genders to new leadership heights.
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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Skeptical about how spiritual intelligence can really benefit business?
In this episode of Strong Leaders Serve, Teri Schmidt chats with Yosi Amram about the power of spiritual intelligence—an ability to embody virtues like gratitude, trust, and purpose—in leadership.
Discover how higher spiritual intelligence in leaders correlates with better team morale, lower turnover, and improved financial results.
Yosi shares his transformational journey from high-stress corporate life to becoming a leader in spiritual intelligence, offering insights that can elevate your personal and professional life.
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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When was the last time you intentionally chose to push through discomfort to achieve a meaningful goal?
If you're thinking, "Isn’t that part of leadership every day?"—then we're on the same page! But how often do you actually pause to assess those choices, anticipate the challenges ahead, and develop strategies to stay on track?
In this episode, I share the conversation I had with Greg McDonough on his podcast, the Chief Endurance Officer, where I share how an endurance mindset has shaped both my athletic journey and my work at Strong Leaders Serve. We explore how small moments of intention can fuel your ability to endure and thrive in leadership and life.
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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Do you feel the urge to simplify your life and leadership while still achieving impactful outcomes?
Our guest today, Glen Van Peski, founder of Gossamer Gear, provides a way to do that, utilizing lessons learned through ultralight backpacking.
Glen shares his unique leadership approach, emphasizing the power of vulnerability, the importance of prioritizing team well-being, and the priceless value of building genuine relationships. He reveals how taking less can lead to a more significant impact, both on the trail and in leadership.
We'll dive into practical lessons about adaptability, overcoming fears, and leading by example, drawing parallels between the minimalist approach in backpacking and effective leadership.
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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Do you get frustrated by how slowly decisions are made at work?
Our guest today has a solution for this AND practical insights from his newly released book "Your Grass is Greener" on finding joy in your work journey and boosting productivity, even in tough environments.
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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Do you sometimes feel like the empathy at work pendulum has swung too far in one direction?
Like people are starting to take advantage of caring leaders?
Today's guest, Maria Ross, addresses that feeling head on in her upcoming book, The Empathy Dilemma: How Successful Leaders Balance Performance, People, and Personal Boundaries.
In our conversation, she'll unpack the five foundational pillars of empathetic leadership that she identified through extensive research and interviews. We'll discuss how empathy goes beyond being nice—how it's a powerful tool that can enhance performance, boost innovation, and improve overall employee engagement and customer experiences.
Maria will share insights on how empathy, when misused, can become weaponized in the workplace, and how leaders can establish clear communication and professional boundaries to address such challenges.
This is an episode packed with wisdom, practical advice, and as always, actionable insights to help you serve and lead effectively.
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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Something a little different this week: We're sharing an episode of the Thrive in the Workplace and Become a Force for Good podcast in which Teri has a rich conversation with Charlotte Stebbing-Mills that includes:
Resources:
Start off 2025 right! Learn about and apply to join our community of compassionate, driven leaders, Leadership Thought Partners: https://www.strongleadersserve.com/ltp
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
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