Empowered Team Podcast

Mastering Self-Belief: 3 Things You Need to Know

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider dives deep into the transformative power of self-belief. Drawing inspiration from her daughter's volleyball team's journey to compete for a gold medal, she illustrates how cultivating unwavering self-belief can transform not just individuals but entire teams.

Key Insights:

1. You Don't Need Evidence in What You're Attempting:
   Belief precedes achievement. You don't need proof that you can achieve something to start believing in yourself.
2. Your Actions Highlight the Path Forward:
   Learn from successes and failures alike. Your actions provide invaluable feedback to guide your next steps.
3. Practice Takes You from "Can I?" to "I Can!":
   Self-belief is a spectrum. It takes consistent practice to transition from doubt to certainty.

Notable Moment:
Find out what happens when people truly believe in themselves as Kari shares the inspirational story of her daughter's volleyball team overcoming season-long losses to become gold medal contenders.

Whether you're looking to unlock your potential or empower your team, this episode is packed with inspirational, motivational, and educational insights that will guide you on your self-belief journey.

Tune in now and start mastering your self-belief!

The #1 Conversation Skill to Build Trust

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider introduces a transformative communication tool essential for anyone looking to enhance their conversational skills. The H-E-A-T acronym stands for Hear, Express, Action, and Take it—four crucial steps to navigate any conversation with clarity and empathy.

Kari dives deep into how H-E-A-T can be applied across various scenarios—be it in business, personal relationships, or parenting—highlighting its effectiveness in building trust and understanding. By exploring each step, listeners learn how to align their responses with the actual needs of the conversational partner, whether they need to be heard, require feedback, seek assistance, or want a task taken off their hands.

The episode is enriched with a personal anecdote from Kari, illustrating the profound impact of H-E-A-T in resolving a difficult family matter. This story not only shows the practical application of the tool but also underscores its significance in fostering deeper connections and trust.

Adopt this skill not just to improve their interactions but to transform them, creating more meaningful and trusting relationships in every aspect of life.

Work & Relationship Game Changers: The Top Personality Quizzes

In this enlightening episode, join Kari as she delves into the world of personality quizzes and assessments, providing a curated list of her favorites.

From tools designed to enhance workplace dynamics, like the Myers-Briggs Type and the DISC test , to those that shed light on the nuances of relationships, such as the Five Love Languages and Attachment Styles  , there's something for everyone. Kari also explores assessments for personal growth, highlighting StrengthsFinder  and the insightful Five Archetypes ​.

Even the Intimacy Blueprint for your love life .. 

With honorable mentions including Human Design and the Enneagram, this episode is your guide to understanding the superpowers and shadow sides of your personality. Tune in to uncover the tests that resonate with you and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. 

Evidence Against: The Saboteur of Success

In today’s episode, we journey through the landscape of our minds, exploring the 'Evidence Against' mentality that often holds us back from reaching our full potential. By weaving together the wisdom of Carol Dweck and Daniel Kahneman with real-life stories of resilience and transformation, we've uncovered practical strategies to shift our focus towards 'Evidence For.'

3 key steps to deal with the inevitable friction that comes with the evidence against what we want.

We learned the power of embracing challenges, the importance of learning from criticism, and the transformative effect of celebrating effort over outcomes. Through interactive reflections and actionable steps, this episode is more than just a listen; it's a pathway to personal and professional growth.

Thank you for joining me on this journey. If this episode sparked something inside you, share it with someone who could use a little light today. Your ratings and reviews help us reach more amazing listeners like you. Together, let's rewrite our stories, focusing on the possibilities, not the limitations.

Until next time, remember: the evidence for your success lies within your next decision. Make it count.

Empowerment and Peace: A Conversation with Diana Cutaia

Join us as we delve into the world of Diana Cutaia, the driving force behind Coaching Peace. With a vision rooted in her experiences, including a notable tenure as the Director of Athletics and Sport-based Initiatives at Wheelock College, where her unique approach gained attention on platforms like NCAA On Campus, Diana shares her journey from aspiring coach at age 12 to becoming a transformative figure in coaching. She discusses her consulting work with global companies, highlighting her philosophy of creating environments for potential and growth. This episode explores how Diana’s NCAA experience and consulting prowess have shaped her approach to nurturing peace, not just in sports but in all aspects of life.

www.coachingpeace.com 

3 Steps to Stop Resulting

In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, we explore the concept of "resulting"—the often subconscious habit of judging our decisions solely based on their outcomes. This mindset can lead to a cycle of regret and missed opportunities for growth. Inspired by the wisdom found in the world of high-stakes decision-making, we explore strategies to navigate life's uncertainties with confidence.

What You'll Discover:

• An in-depth understanding of "resulting” and its impact on our lives and decision-making processes.
• Personal stories from Kari & Paul's journey, shedding light on how “resulting” has played out in various scenarios, from professional decisions to family life.
• The importance of distinguishing between the quality of a decision and the quality of its outcome.
• Three actionable strategies to combat resulting:
  • 1. Clarify and Verify - Tools for ensuring you're making decisions with the best possible understanding and clarity.
  • 2. Automation Audit - A technique to regularly reassess your decision-making habits and prevent falling into autopilot, especially in critical choices.
  • 3. Pre-Decide - Setting up frameworks for decision-making in advance to streamline processes and reduce the stress of in-the-moment choices.
• A bonus discussion on the value of taking additional time for pivotal decisions, illustrated by a personal anecdote about evaluating work and life opportunities.

By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with a new lens to view your decisions—freeing yourself from the constraints of resulting and embracing a more thoughtful, proactive approach to navigating life's endless choices. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your journey of self-improvement, these insights will empower you to move forward with greater confidence and resilience.

Overcome the Sunk Cost Fallacy

In this enlightening episode, Kari delves into the Sunk Cost Fallacy, a cognitive bias that leads us to continue investments based on past inputs rather than future potential. This results in misallocated resources and missed opportunities. She breaks down the emotional, justificatory, and fear-based roots of this fallacy and its impact on decision-making. Discover three pivotal strategies to escape the sunk cost trap: pre-defining clear exit criteria, conducting regular progress reviews, and shifting focus to future opportunities. This episode is essential for anyone looking to refine their decision-making process and lead with greater insight and efficiency.

Breaking Free from the Vicious Cycle

Do you ever feel like you're running in circles, caught in a cycle of negativity that seems to dictate your thoughts, emotions, and actions? The outcomes can be brutal. You're not alone. Here's the good news: breaking free is possible, and this podcast will teach you how.

In this episode, we dive into what it means to be trapped in a vicious cycle, using relatable stories from life and career to illustrate how these patterns emerge. From personal struggles in the gym to miscommunications with loved ones and setbacks at work, we explore how easily we can find ourselves spiraling.

The focus is you. And we give you the the steps to success:

• 1. Identifying the 'First Domino'
• 2. Seeing the Pattern
• 3.Breaking the Pattern
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Dive into seeing how to do each of these steps with ease.

And a gentle reminder: while understanding the 'why' behind our patterns is valuable, action is what ultimately transforms us. This episode encourages you to move from analysis to action, finding the balance between awareness and overthinking.

Join us as we explore practical steps to break free from the chains of vicious cycles, paving the way for a life filled with more self-mastery, connection, and alignment with your true mission.

This isn't just about stopping negative patterns; it's about starting a new chapter in your story.

Dr Ron Stotts Interview

Struggling to find balance and growth in leadership? This week's Empowered Team Podcast brings you Dr. Ron Stotz, who addresses this very challenge. Dr. Stotz reveals how mindfulness and personal transformation can redefine leadership. He discusses the 'big mind' approach, emphasizing the power of inner resources and intuition for effective decision-making. Discover how to embrace growth opportunities in challenges and lead with heart and authenticity. Join us for a transformative session on evolving leadership through self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

 

Book a Discovery call:   https://ronstotts.com/a-deeper-look/ 

Are Your Decisions Truly Your Own? The Top 3 Decision Biases

In this enlightening episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, we delve deep into the psychological biases that subtly, yet significantly, impact our decision-making abilities. We cover the top three biases - confirmation, overconfidence, and anchoring - that every leader and achiever should be aware of, plus a bonus on the impact bias. Through personal anecdotes and expert insights, we explore what these biases are, how they affect our decisions, and practical strategies to mitigate their effects. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their decision-making skills and lead with confidence and clarity.