Strong Leaders Serve with Teri Schmidt
Episodes
107. New Leadership Role? Reduce Overwhelm by Doing this First
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the joy and potential of a new leadership role comes the overwhelming task of motivating and inspiring others while navigating the unknown; a jou...
106. Psychological Safety Demystified with Stephan Wiedner
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard a lot of about psychological safety but are a little unsure of how to get started with your team? Stephan Wiedner, a leader in building...
105. 3 Keys to Creating Meaningful Work with Tamara Myles
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know that it's important to create meaningful work, but how do you do that in today's economy?Researcher and expert consultant and speak...
104. A New Perspective on Emotional Intelligence with Farah Harris
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In an effort to help her clients at work, Farah Harris discovers the masking and code switching that black women do to survive in predominantly white ...
103. Rejuvenate Your Leadership
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for rejuvenation. We know the holidays and end of year are packed with projects to wrap up, holiday parties to attend, gifts to buy...
102. Exhausted? Try this one question to energize yourself & your team
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This time of year can get crazy. To be honest, I'm exhausted and guessing you may be too.Especially as a leader, operating in a VUCA (volatile,...
101. Is Strong Leaders Serve for You?
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we transition from Moms that Lead to Strong Leaders Serve, today's episode is to help you decide if this is the right podcast and community fo...
100. Are you the leader we need? Part 2
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I know you are.You have an insatiable hunger to make a positive difference in others' lives through the way you lead You crave experiences that ...
99. Are you the leader we need? Part 1
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I think you are.See, the style of leadership that will endure is one that we as moms know well. It is one that uses influence to help others develop i...
98. Keys to Recruiting, Leading, and Retaining High Performance Teams with Shelli Warren
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most difficult responsibilities of a leader, particularly in today's economy, is building and leading a team. But if you've e...
97. Keys to Leadership at a Brewery (& Everywhere Else Too): Clarity, Recognition, and Grit with Inez Ribustello
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest for this episode, Inez Ribustello, provides a unique perspective from an industry that we haven't yet talked about and she has an incre...
96. Others Over Self® Leadership with Shelly Rood
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a leader who cares about serving others, especially those who have served your country?With our guest, Shelly Rood, we begin by talking about ...
95. Leadership Lessons Learned From Running with Beth Baker
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, even if you hate running...you need to listen.Our guest, Beth Baker, is the kind of person that can energize you and brighten your day just by li...
94. Leadership Lessons Learned as a Co-Parent with Carolyn Batyske
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you realize what a rich leadership development program you're part of as a mom? In this episode, Carolyn Batyske, co-founder of Tiny Organic...
93. How to Become a Heart-Centered Leader with Christina Mattison
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The fact is that, especially in current times, leaders will not be successful unless they possess a good amount of emotional intelligence. When you&ap...
92. How to Cultivate Confidence with Kimberly Spencer
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Teams cannot flourish and perform to their capability unless team members are confident. But faking it until you make it will not work. Confidence...
91. Building a Culture of Respect & Abundance with Gauri Manglik
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a leader, building a team culture is one of the easiest tasks out there…in fact, it happens whether you do anything or not. By contrast, buildi...
90. Leading Through Grief with Laura Jack
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you experienced the loss of hopes dreams or expectations recently? Or do you lead someone who has? Then you're leading through grief.In ...
89. Leading Your Teens Through Mental Health Challenges with Christy Keating
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As leaders, one of the most important places we can apply our leadership skills is in our homes. And with our teens and tweens in the middle of a me...
Introducing Season 3 of Moms that Lead
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 3 of the Moms that Lead podcast! If you're a long-time listener, you know that we believe that our leadership journeys cycle ...
88. The Best Leadership Lessons of Season 2
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We asked the 25 leadership and wellbeing experts who were guests on this season the following question: What is the one leadership lesson you feel mos...
87. How to Lead With Your Kids In Your Community with MiaLisa Millares
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how you can work together with your kids to advocate for a kinder, more just community? Today, we're talking with Mia Mi...
86. How to Avoid Working Mom Burnout with Dr. Jacqueline Kerr
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Working mom burnout is a critical threat to the flourishing of our families, communities, and workplaces.Our guest today, Dr. Jacqueline Kerr, is co...
85. Leading Through Maternity Leave with Lori Mihalich-Levin
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcoming a child into our family turns our world upside down. It can be a lonely and very challenging time. Our guest today, Lori Mihalich-Levin,...
84. Need More Energy to Lead? Try This Form of Self Care with Jill Roberts
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all need more energy. Without it, we can't use our unique gifts to positively impact the lives of those we lead. Our guest today, Jill Robert...
83. Were We Wrong About Finding Your Purpose? Yes….and No
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In one of our first episodes, we asked "Is Finding Your Purpose Nonsense?" Although we’re not changing our answer or changing our key bel...
82. Gain Clarity to Stop "Should-ing" on Yourself with Whitnee Hawthorne
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So often as women who lead, we let our life and career decisions be driven by what other people think is right. Our guest today, the Savvy Working M...
81. Keys to Financial Wellbeing for Female Leaders with Kimberlee Davis
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Financial wellbeing affects every part of our life as leaders. As our guest today, Kimberlee Davis says, ignorance is not bliss. In our conversati...
80. Find Your Leadership Core
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What element of a leaders' wellbeing has the potential to help the leader stay grounded and calm during tumultuous times, to be more motivated,...
79. Should You Stay or Should You Go?: Finding Joy in Leadership
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you questioning whether your current leadership role is the best fit for you? Are you struggling in terms of your career wellbeing? Today&apos...
78. How to Lead Beyond Lonely
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we focus on social wellbeing, its importance for both health and business outcomes and three simple steps that we, as leaders, can take to i...
77. As Leaders, Are We Building a World Our Kids Want to Grow Up In?
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A family tragedy left Teri wondering what we, as leaders, can do with small, everyday actions to build a world that replaces anxiety-producing hate an...
76. The Woman Who Made Me the Leader I Am
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we begin Women's History Month, Teri shares about the woman who inspired her mission and made her the leader she is today.If you want to join ...
75. Boost Your Energy to be a Better Leader and Mom with Kathleen Healy
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We know that we need to take care of our physical wellbeing, but the dreaded mom guilt always seems to get in the way.Our guest today, holistic health...
74. How to Create Wealth by Starting on the Inside with Michelle Arpin Begina
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Financial wellbeing is about so much more than knowing where and how you should invest your money. Our guest today, author, speaker, and advisor, Mi...
73. The Gender Leadership Gap & What To Do About It with Tara Schwegler
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why do talented women all over the world doubt that they are leaders? What are our communities missing out on as women self-select out of leadership ...
72. How to Lead When Your World's Been Turned Upside Down with Barbara Dalle Pezze
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you lead when your life or the life of someone you lead has been turned upside down? If you've been leading during the last two years, i...
71. How Will You Thrive this Year?
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does thriving sound life a far-off, unachievable goal for this year after all we've been through? it doesn't have to be.In this short epis...
70. The Power of Storytelling to Make You a Better Leader with Juliet Hahn
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Finding your purpose and retaining employees are two top-of-mind topics for leaders during this Great Resignation. In our conversation with Juliet H...
69. Lead From Right Where You Are with Sarah K. Peck
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode AKA "Yes, You CAN Lead with Baby Barf On Your Sweater"You don't have to change who you are (or how much laundry you got done la...
68. Mental Health First Aid for Leaders with Cherie Canning of Luminate Leadership
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to focus on wellbeing, so that we can thrive and help those we lead to do the same.We're thrilled to begin this focus by welcoming...
67. What Gifts Will You Create Space for in 2022?
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We put a bow on 2021, concluding our series that started in Episode 63 about our novel approach to annual planning and discovering the leadership grow...
66. Finding the Energy to Lead with Natalie Peterson
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If there's one thing that we can all agree on needed as leaders and as moms, especially during the holiday season, it's ENERGY. Listen in t...
65. How to Raise Future Leaders with Christy Keating
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As parents, our most important leadership role is at home. But sometimes it's easy to forget that. The rush to get everyone fed and where they n...
64. Find Your Leadership Core with Crystal Freie
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As leaders, we play many roles. We pride ourselves on playing them well.But what happens when those roles are stripped away? Do we know who we tru...
63. Take Control of 2022
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We'd all like a little order and calm in the chaos of the last two years, wouldn't we?This episode is NOT about becoming a control freak wit...
Why Parenthood is the Best Leadership Development that Money Can't Buy with Amy Henderson (Encore Episode)
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Companies spend a fortune on leadership development; and rightfully so, as good leaders make successful organizations.But did you know that some of th...
62. Feeling Unfulfilled? There is a Way Out: Conversation with Blake Schofield of The Bridge to Fulfillment
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
During the past 18 months, many of us have taken a hard look at how fulfilled we feel. As women leaders, we often feel like we have to sacrifice: Wa...
61. Leading on Empty
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the hardest parts of leadership (and motherhood) is showing up as a leader when you feel like your tank is empty and you have little left to gi...
60. How to "Toot Your Own Horn" in an Authentic Way with Leadership Expert Mary McGuire
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Despite being often naturally skilled leaders, women often limit their leadership potential by refusing to "blow their own trumpet" or "...
59. Two Tips to Lead with Confidence in Chaos
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all want to lead with confidence, but how can we do so when our world seems to be getting increasingly more chaotic?In today's episode we lay ...
58. How to Let Go of Unhealthy Stress & Become a Force for Good: Conversation with Charlotte & Jonathan of Wellness Theory
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've experienced stress in your life as a leader and as a mom or if you're the type of person who is seeking meaning and impact in your...
57. The Power of a Listening Leader: Inspiration Episode with Summer Day of Meals on Wheels Montgomery County
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all know it's important to listen as a leader, but do you know just how powerful it can be?In this inspiration episode with President and CEO ...
56. Leadership Doesn't Have to Be Lonely: Inspiration Episode with Ashley McManus
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We will not succeed as leaders and have the impact we long for without a strong personal and professional network of support.But what if you hate netw...
55. 3 Steps to Develop Resilience for You & Your Team
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our quest to become healthier leaders who can deal with the ever-changing challenges of our times, developing resilience is key. Listen to learn ...
54. How to Lead Others Without Losing Yourself
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Burnout. It's widespread and dangerous, particularly among high-achieving female leaders, who often put the needs of those they lead before the...
53. The Key to Accomplishing New Goals = Start Inside: Ask the Expert Episode with Jen Hope
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Times of transition like the beginning of a new school year provide a great opportunity for a restart…to look at our leadership and life goals and c...
52. What Will YOUR Leadership Restart Look Like?
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's a time of transition in so many ways. For us in the US, we're approaching the beginning of a new school year. How will you use this...
51. Is there Enough "Meaningful Work" to Go Around?
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The hiring challenges in the news are real. Many have said that one contributing factor is that after facing the challenges of the pandemic, people ...
50. Rethinking Leadership Presence: Ask the Expert Episode with Shawn Overcast
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to take a new look at what leadership presence truly means.In our conversation with leadership expert and executive coach Shawn Overcas...
49. Leading and Building Trust in Uncertain Times: Inspiration Episode with Lauren Kramer
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Leading through uncertain times is never easy.Like many leaders, Lauren Kramer was forced to navigate great uncertainty, in an industry hard hit by th...
48. Leading Toward a More Compassionate Community: Inspiration Episode with Sarah Aadland of Doing Good Together
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's no secret that there's a critical need for more empathy and compassion in our workplaces, communities and families. But how do we go a...
47. Leading in a Hybrid Work Environment: Ask the Leadership Expert Episode with Cherie Canning
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders across the globe are grappling with how to build and protect organizational culture in a hybrid work environment, some for the first time. I...
46. Never Waste a Hardship: Learning Leadership Lessons During Hard Times
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As COVID cases begin to decline in the US, we may just want to rush to "get back to normal."But if we're going to grow as leaders, we c...
45. Leadership Inspiration for Moms: Best of Season 1 (Part 2)
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're continuing with the highlight reel from Season 1. This is your chance to remember and reflect on some of the most impactful lea...
44. Leadership Inspiration for Moms: Best of Season 1 (Part 1)
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We need you to lead. But we could all use some inspiration from time to time.Get the leadership inspiration you need in this highlight reel of Seaso...
43. Get Your Leadership Questions Answered!
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're introducing a new format into Season 2 and it's all about YOU!Listen to the episode to learn more details about how you can gain new p...
42. 3 Key Questions to Inspire Motivation
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As leaders (and as moms) one topic skill that we use every single day is motivation. Whether you're looking for new ways to motivate yourself...
41. Finding Joy While Leading Through Difficult Times: Inspiration Episode with Cherie Canning
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking for a dose of practical positivity to boost your leadership, this episode is for you.Joy can be elusive in leadership, especial...
40. The Best Leadership Development that Money Can't Buy: Inspiration Episode with Amy Henderson
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Companies spend a fortune on leadership development; and rightfully so, as good leaders make successful organizations.But did you know that some of th...
39. Women on the Rise! Leadership Lessons for Leading Moms: Inspiration Episode with Bridgett McGowen-Hawkins & Simone Morris
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership can be lonely, especially for moms. But it doesn't have to be. Our guests today are on a mission to help female leaders feel conne...
38. The Keys to Courageous Leadership: Inspiration Episode with Ashley Byers
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The time for courage is now. Our communities need the unique combination of leadership skills and style that only we can offer. We've talked a...
BONUS Skill-isode: Active Listening That's Not Annoying
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Skill-isode = A short bonus episode with practical tips for a skill related to the topic of the week's main episode.Active listening doesn't...
37. Master Emotional Intelligence to Weather Life's Storms
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Of all the skills that moms excel in, we think Emotional Intelligence is at the top of the list.This is definitely something to celebrate. Research ...
36. How to Lead When Your Team Doesn't Want to Follow
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling frustrated, stuck, and ineffective as a leader? Are you faced with team members who just will not perform as they need to in order f...
35. All I Really Needed to Know about Team Development I Learned From My Kids
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Team development is a superpower of many moms, for good reason. In this short episode we focus on 3 leadership lessons learned from parenting that...
BONUS Skill-isode: Public Speaking
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Skill-isode = A short bonus episode with practical tips for a skill related to the topic of the week's main episode.Since we've been talking...
34. The Courage to Show Up as a Leader
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership takes courage. But, it is not always the big and loud acts of courage that change our workplaces and communities. Instead, it is the ev...
33. Leading with Courage in a Time of Division
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Inauguration Day in the United States, this episode focuses how we can lead with courage to heal divisions in our families, workplaces and com...
32. Perseverance: 3 Tips for How to Keep Moving Forward in Uncertain Times
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As leaders and moms, not only do we need to find ways to persevere during difficult times (which we've had plenty of lately), but we also have to...
31. Perseverance: Lessons Learned on a Mountain that Will Jumpstart Your New Year Goals
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of all of the podcasts and blog posts talking about new year goal setting? Maybe its time for a new approach. If you listened to the...
30. How to Focus on What Really Matters in 2021, Pt. 2
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're continuing the important work that must happen BEFORE you follow everyone else's advice and set goals for the new year. ...
29. How to Focus on What Really Matters in 2021, Part 1
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year when everyone's focusing on New Year's Resolutions and every business and parenting podcast is talking about set...
28. Looking for a Restart in 2021?
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This year has been tough, to say the least. As leaders, we need to avoid the urge to disengage. Instead, we need to choose to dig into the experie...
27. Finding Peace in the Messiness of Life: Inspiration Episode with Marielle Melling
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle to find inner peace in the world we're living in right now? Has the onset of the holiday season left you with even more stress ...
26. Leading Through Losses Big and Small
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
No doubt you've seen a lot of articles about leadership resilience this year. But what does that really look like in personal and professional ...
25. How to Find Peace through Focus this Holiday Season
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How can you find peace for yourself and those that you lead during this crazy holiday season? That's what we're going to focus on during o...
24. Is It Even Possible to Lead With Gratitude During Challenging Times?: Inspiration Episode with Hilda Gradnigo of LueWish
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Gratitude can be hard to come by, especially during crises and challenging times. But, yes, it is possible.In this inspirational interview with Hild...
23. The Power and Pitfalls of Gratitude
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Gratitude is a powerful tool for us as moms and as leaders, but only if it's used authentically.In this episode we talk about the power of gratit...
22. Get off the Hamster Wheel and Connect with Your Kids: Inspiration Episode with Megan Smith of Planting Seeds 365
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Has the repetitive busy-ness of your life left you feeling like you're on a hamster wheel of parenting?Do you sometimes feel like your leadership...
21. Tips for Handling the Difficult Conversations that Leaders Must Have
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“I believe that words are strong, that they can overwhelm what we fear when fear seems more awful than life is good.” -Andrew SolomonAs a leader y...
20. How to Lead When You Really Don't Wanna
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Motivation can be hard to come by these days. As leaders, how are we supposed to inspire and motivate others when we don't even feel like doing...
19. You ARE leaving a leadership legacy. Is it the one you want?
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Seriously??? We're talking about something as far off as leaving a leadership legacy in the middle of multiple crises? Yes!Taking specific ac...
18. How to Motivate Others by Starting with Yourself: Inspiration Episode with Shawn Overcast of GothamCulture
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the toughest parts of a leader's job, regardless of whether you're leading in a corporation, in the community or at home, is to motiv...
17. Tired of REACTING Instead of LEADING? Craft Your Leadership Vision!
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Does this season (and year) have you feeling like you're continually reacting to a new crisis, news story, new way to school or other difficult s...
16. Longing for More Meaning in Your Life?
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With school year activities getting started again are you nervous about getting stuck on the hamster wheel of meaningless busy-ness again?Do you crave...
15. A Secret Ingredient to Conquer a New Habit: Inspiration Episode with Gabrielle Baumeyer of Reason2Race
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we're building on last week's tips on motivation by speaking with accomplished business owner, community advocate and athlet...
14. Finding Motivation During Difficult Times
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you, like me, have been feeling blah lately, this episode's for you. Motivation is tricky, especially in challenging times. The temptation...
13. 3 Tips for Leading with Grace Through a New School Year Start
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The 2020 school year is getting off to a start like no other. Usually, August is a time to fill up fall calendars, buy school supplies, sign up for ...
12. Getting Past Female Fitness LIES to Become a STRONGER Leader with Lauri Mazeikas, The Ms.Fit Mom
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're building on last week's conversation about starting small with habits to become a healthy leader by speaking to an ac...