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In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider shares her personal experience recovering from COVID and offers a practical guide to easing back into work after illness.
Kari explains the dangers of rushing back into a full workload, citing research showing that over 80% of people recovering from COVID experience lingering fatigue and cognitive issues, which can affect both productivity and long-term health.
Listeners will walk away with actionable steps to ensure a gradual and thoughtful return to their routines, including starting with lower stress loads, staying hydrated, and keeping open communication with their teams.
Kari emphasizes the importance of self-care and pacing recovery to avoid severe relapses, using personal stories to illustrate each point. This episode is a must-listen for anyone coming back from illness or other setbacks.
Key Takeaways:
- Don’t rush! Start with half-days or lighter workloads.
- Hydration and proper nutrition are essential for recovery.
- Communicate with your team and set clear boundaries.
- Celebrate small wins to maintain motivation during recovery.
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Communication for Connection: Without Losing Your Professional Edge
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
In this Empowered Team Podcast episode, Kari Schneider dives into Communicating for Connection While Maintaining Professionalism—an essential skill for leaders, team members, and professionals looking to elevate workplace communication.
This episode covers the four main communication styles—assertive, passive, aggressive, and passive-aggressive—and how each impacts relationship-building at work. Kari reveals research on the risks of transactional communication in digital spaces, from increased feelings of loneliness to breakdowns in trust, and shares insights on integrating emotional intelligence and active listening to boost engagement, loyalty, and productivity.
Kari’s ACE Framework (Active Listening, Clarity, Empathy) offers actionable tools to foster connection authentically in every interaction. Listeners will learn how to keep conversations focused, professional, and genuine, boosting collaboration and team morale.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to management, these strategies will empower you to connect meaningfully with your team, drive trust, and create a culture of support and psychological safety.
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Jordan Thomas Interview: Trauma's Impact on Success
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
In this compelling episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider engages in a transformative conversation with Jordan Thomas, a seasoned psychotherapist and founder of London Trauma Therapy.
Jordan shares her journey of overcoming childhood abuse and severe domestic violence that culminated in profound PTSD. With vulnerability and wisdom, she discusses how trauma impacts high achievers, the hidden emotional toll of relentless striving, and the pivotal steps to reclaim personal worth and step into authentic power.
Listeners will gain valuable insights on recognizing trauma responses disguised as achievement, breaking cycles of people-pleasing, and leveraging vulnerability as a tool for deeper human connection.
Jordan’s experience underscores the importance of embodying resilience and embracing self-worth without external validation.
This episode is perfect for those looking to understand the psychological underpinnings of high achievement, explore self-leadership after trauma, and learn how to transform life’s hardest moments into opportunities for growth.
Don’t miss the opportunity to uncover actionable takeaways for a more connected and fulfilled life!
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Monday Nov 18, 2024
How to Unlock Happiness
Monday Nov 18, 2024
Monday Nov 18, 2024
In this episode, Kari Schneider dives into the fascinating world of Hedonic vs. Eudaimonic Happiness. Kari shares a personal story about overeating to uncover why many of us chase short-term pleasures and miss out on deeper, lasting happiness. You’ll learn the differences between pleasure-seeking happiness (hedonic) and purpose-driven fulfillment (eudaimonic), backed by research from the likes of Ryan & Deci and insights from the Harvard Grant Study.
Takeaways include actionable tips on how to align your daily actions with long-term happiness and reflections on balancing life’s pleasures with meaningful goals. If you want more joy, health, and a stronger sense of purpose, this episode is for you!
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Monday Nov 11, 2024
Live a Life in a Day
Monday Nov 11, 2024
Monday Nov 11, 2024
In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider unpacks the transformative concept of living your life as if it’s a single day. Drawing from personal stories and leadership insights, Kari explores how to be fully present, intentional, and focused. She shares strategies for treating each day with purpose and urgency, enabling you to achieve more while enjoying the journey.
Key takeaways include:
- Why the "Live Life in a Day" approach shifts your mindset from overwhelm to clarity.
- Practical ways to break down long-term goals into powerful daily actions.
- How this method helps you reclaim your focus, energy, and presence.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to sharpen their leadership skills, boost productivity, and live a more intentional life.
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Monday Nov 04, 2024
Mastering Procrastination: From Delay to Action
Monday Nov 04, 2024
Monday Nov 04, 2024
In this episode of The Empowered Team, we uncover the psychology of procrastination and explore powerful strategies to break the cycle of delay and indecision. You’ll learn how to identify when procrastination is creeping into your life, the difference between situational and chronic procrastination, and actionable techniques to get moving when it matters most. Whether you're delaying that big work project or stuck in the endless scroll, we’ll guide you through proven methods to overcome procrastination and reclaim your time and energy.
Key Takeaways:
- What is procrastination? Understand the core definition and how to spot it in your daily life.
- Breaking tasks into smaller steps: Learn how simplifying your work can reduce overwhelm and boost productivity.
- Perfection isn’t the goal: Discover why striving for progress, not perfection, is the key to consistent achievement.
- Action before motivation: Why waiting for the perfect mood or inspiration is a trap—and how to break free.
Tune in and learn how to turn procrastination into action so you can hit your goals and lead with confidence!
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Monday Oct 28, 2024
Throwback to Alysha Newman Pole Vault Olympic
Monday Oct 28, 2024
Monday Oct 28, 2024
In this special re-air of the second episode ever recorded for The Empowered Team Podcast, we revisit an incredible conversation with Alysha Newman. At the time, she was already a three-time Olympian and five-time All-American, navigating the challenges of elite competition.
Now, she’s reached new heights as an Olympic bronze medalist from the 2024 Summer Olympics. In this episode, she shares the mindset that helped her push through setbacks, stay focused, and turn challenges into opportunities for success.
Whether you’re pursuing athletic goals or personal milestones, her story offers valuable lessons on resilience, dedication, and growth. Tune in to get inspired by her journey, and take away powerful insights to fuel your own.
Want to connect? Check her out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alyshanewman
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Mastering Stress: The TACK Framework to Thrive Under Pressure
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Stress. It hits us all, whether we’re ready or not. But what if you could actually use stress to move forward? In this episode, Kari Schneider reveals the TACK Stress Recovery Framework, a proactive tool for mastering stress before it masters you.
Inspired by sailing, TACK shows you how to "tack" into the wind of stress and steer your way through. It’s a 4-step approach that works before, during, and after life’s biggest stressors:
- Timing: Learn when to step back or act to prevent burnout.
- Awareness: Tune into your stress triggers before they overwhelm you.
- Control: Focus on what you can change and release what you can’t.
- Kindness: Give yourself grace—yes, even in stressful moments.
Kari shares personal experiences—from navigating 18-hour road trips, moving homes, family chaos, and big business changes—proving that stress doesn’t have to break you. In fact, with TACK, it can be the wind beneath your sails.
Key Takeaway: Don’t let stress control your life. Instead, tack through it and use it to your advantage.
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Monday Oct 14, 2024
My 5 Keys for Consistency
Monday Oct 14, 2024
Monday Oct 14, 2024
In this solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari dives into the 5 Keys for Consistency, essential strategies for anyone looking to maintain momentum and achieve lasting results in their personal and professional life. Kari shares actionable insights, including the importance of starting with small, manageable steps, the role of repetition in mastering new habits, and how to leverage accountability to keep you on track. Whether you're struggling to stick with a new habit or looking to refine your approach to long-term goals, this episode provides the tools and motivation you need to stay consistent and succeed.
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Monday Oct 07, 2024
Turn Stress Pressure into Power: 3 Key Questions
Monday Oct 07, 2024
Monday Oct 07, 2024
In this episode, Kari Schneider gets personal about dealing with the stress and pressure we all face. She shares a personal, nerve wracking experience that was made for a melt down. Instead of letting it slow you down, you can turn it into the fuel that drives you forward. That’s exactly what Kari shares in this episode, revealing three simple but powerful questions that can turn your stress into a tool for growth, leadership, and success.
From real-life stories to expert coaching insights, Kari walks you through how these key questions have transformed not only her leadership but also her ability to manage life’s challenges. Learn how you can flip the script and use pressure as the very thing that propels you toward your goals.
Don’t miss out—this episode is packed with practical takeaways that will leave you ready to face stress head-on and turn it into your personal superpower.
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