Empowered Team Podcast: Recent Episodes

Kari Schneider and Paul Duerden

Welcome to the Empowered Team Podcast where we explore how to optimize your performance in career, sport, and life.

In this deeply personal and eye-opening solo episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider shares a harrowing experience after being kicked by a horse—and the profound lessons it revealed about pain, awareness, and self-leadership.

Drawing from both lived experience and her background in athletic therapy and physiology, Kari unpacks the true role of physical pain—not as something to avoid, but as critical data your body is trying to communicate.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why pain is your body’s most powerful communication system—not a punishment
The difference between clean pain (necessary and informative) and suffering (what we add on top)
How ignoring pain can lead to bigger health consequences
The neuroscience behind pain perception and nervous system signaling
The “READ Method” to interpret and respond to pain effectively:
- Recognize
- Explore
- Accept
- Decide

Kari also shares the shocking reality of her misdiagnosis, internal injuries, and how tuning into her body ultimately protected her life.

Key takeaway: Pain is not the enemy—it’s a question. Your job is to get curious enough to answer it.

This episode kicks off a powerful 3-part series exploring:

Physical Pain (this episode)
Emotional Pain
Suffering

If you’ve ever pushed through pain, ignored your body, or felt disconnected from what it’s trying to tell you—this episode is your wake-up call.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to turn pain into insight, awareness, and better decisions for your health and life.

REFERENCES:

Dr. Lorimer Moseley

TEDx Talk — Why Things Hurt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwd-wLdIHjs
Pain Revolution (his nonprofit): https://www.painrevolution.org
Explain Pain (book — Butler & Moseley): https://www.noigroup.com/product/explain-pain-second-edition/

Steven Hayes — ACT Therapy

A Liberated Mind (book): https://www.amazon.com/Liberated-Mind-Pivot-Toward-Matters/dp/073521400X
Association for Contextual Behavioral Science: https://www.contextualpsychology.org

Dr. Bessel van der Kolk

The Body Keeps the Score (book): https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score

Buddhist Second Arrow — Sallatha Sutta

Full text, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu: https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/sn/sn36/sn36.006.than.html

Epictetus

Enchiridion (free full text): https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45109

Chronic Pain Statistics

Medal Alert

A Liberated Mind: How to Pivot Toward What Matters

What happens when the dream you've carried for years finally becomes reality?

After the grand opening of Wick Cliff Lodge, Kari Schneider reflects on the six-year journey that transformed far more than a lakeside property—it transformed the leader behind it.

Through honest stories, unexpected setbacks (including one unforgettable antique jug), and deeply personal moments of navigating approval, partnership, and perseverance, Kari shares three leadership lessons every entrepreneur, leader, and high performer needs to hear.

In this episode you'll discover:

Why every meaningful vision eventually collides with reality—and why that's a good thing.
How seeking approval quietly drains your energy and limits your leadership.
Why trusting your own judgment becomes one of your greatest competitive advantages.
The hidden cost of listening to context-free advice.
How resilience isn't just about pushing through—it's about becoming someone new along the journey.
Why your biggest vision is still only the beginning of what's possible.

Whether you're building a business, leading a team, navigating a major life transition, or pursuing a dream that feels bigger than you, this episode will remind you that success isn't simply reaching the destination—it's who you become along the way.

Key Takeaway: The greatest project you'll ever build is yourself. Release the need for approval, trust your experience, embrace the gap between vision and reality, and you'll discover possibilities far beyond the dream you started with.

If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who is building something meaningful. They may need the reminder that worthy visions always require worthy growth. If you are curious about the space behind this episode… check out www.wickclifflodge.com and wickclifflodge on instagram.

What if the biggest factor influencing your leadership, focus, and emotional resilience happens before 9:00 AM?

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider shares the five morning habits she refuses to skip because they directly impact her energy, mental clarity, physical health, and long-term performance.

After years of observing what strengthens—or drains—her energy, Kari identified five simple but powerful science backed daily practices that consistently help her show up at her best. These habits have become even more important while healing from multiple rib fractures and navigating recovery.

In this episode, Kari breaks down the exact routine she uses to support high performance without burnout.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:* Why hydration first thing in the morning matters more than most people realize * How morning sunlight and time outdoors regulate your circadian rhythm and hormones * Why daily movement is essential for energy, recovery, and cognitive performance * The supplements Kari uses to support brain health, nervous system regulation, and recovery * Her breakfast strategy for stable energy and fewer sugar cravings throughout the day

Key TakeawayYour energy doesn’t just affect how you feel—it affects how you lead, communicate, decide, and serve others.

If you want to lead powerfully, you need systems that protect your physical and mental energy.

Master your mornings, and you strengthen your leadership.

Ask yourself:
What am I doing before 9 AM that gives me energy… and what might be draining it?

Choose one habit from this episode and begin there.

Listen now and start building the kind of energy that helps you live—and lead—at your best!

Everyone talks about managing time.

But what if time is not the problem?

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider explores one of the biggest challenges facing leaders, professionals, and high performers today: the erosion of attention.

Research shows that our average screen attention span has dropped from 2.5 minutes to just 47 seconds. Meanwhile, every interruption can require up to 23 minutes of recovery time.

The result? More stress, less productivity, and a growing sense of depletion.

Kari unpacks groundbreaking research from Dr. Gloria Mark and Dr. Amishi Jha to reveal how attention actually works and why understanding it can dramatically improve your leadership, performance, and well-being.

In This Episode, You’ll Discover:• Why attention is the true currency of a high-performing life
• The hidden cost of interruptions and multitasking
• The three attention systems: Flashlight, Floodlight, and Juggler
• Why decision fatigue is not a character flaw, but biology
• How your attention directly impacts energy, productivity, and leadership effectiveness
• The “Token Model” for managing cognitive energy throughout the day
• How to schedule your calendar around attention instead of tasks
• Practical ways to restore focus and prevent burnout

Key TakeawayStop managing your time and start managing your attention.

The quality of your life, leadership, relationships, and results depends on where your attention goes. When you learn to protect it, replenish it, and direct it intentionally, everything changes.

Citations and ResearchPrimary Sources

Dr. Amishi Jha, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology at the University of Miami and Director of Contemplative Neuroscience. Author of Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day (2021).

Her research has been published in peer-reviewed journals and field-tested with members of the U.S. military, first responders, elite athletes, and corporate leaders.

Website: amishi.com

Dr. Gloria Mark
Chancellor’s Professor of Informatics at the University of California, Irvine. Author of Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity (2023).

Her work includes more than 20 years of empirical, screen-based attention research. The 47-second attention finding was replicated across multiple independent studies conducted from 2014 to 2020.

Website: gloriamark.com

Supporting Data

• Gallup, State of the Global Workplace Report (2024): Estimated a $9 trillion global productivity loss associated with employee disengagement.

• University of California, Irvine: Research found that returning to a task after an interruption can take approximately 23 minutes.

• Jha et al. (2007): Mindfulness Training Modifies Subsystems of Attention, published in Cognitive, Affective, & Behavioral Neuroscience. The study demonstrated that mindfulness training can improve alerting, orienting, and conflict-monitoring attention systems.

🎧 Share this episode with someone who feels busy all day but ends the day wondering where their energy went.

In this solo episode, Kari Schneider breaks down a powerful mindset shift that can transform your follow-through, leadership, and self-mastery: the critical difference between wanting something and liking the process of getting there.

Drawing on neuroscience research from Kent Berridge and Terry Robinson, Kari explains how the brain’s dopamine (desire) and opioid (pleasure) systems operate separately—and how confusing them keeps high performers stuck.

Key themes in this episode:

The neuroscience of wanting vs. liking and why it matters for motivation
How confusing preferences with priorities leads to poor decision-making
The hidden danger of mislabeling vs. misalignment and how it shapes identity
Why leaders often default to comfort instead of values—and how to correct it
A simple pattern interrupt tool to regain momentum instantly

Standout insight:
You don’t have a motivation problem—you have a mislabeling problem. When you say “I don’t want to,” you may actually be reinforcing an identity that isn’t true.

Memorable moment:
“You’re allowed to hate the alarm clock and still be someone who gets up.”

Key takeaway:

Stop asking “Do I like this?” and start asking: “Do I want what this leads to?”

That single question can realign your actions with your values and help you take consistent, meaningful action—even when it’s uncomfortable.

If this resonates, share it with someone who’s stuck between what they want and what they feel like doing—and start building a life aligned with your values, not your preferences.

Supporting Researches:

BJ Fogg — Stanford Behavior Design Lab. Tiny Habits published 2019. His core argument that motivation is unreliable is accurately represented.

Daniel Kahneman — Thinking, Fast and Slow (2011). The experiencing self vs. remembering self distinction is accurately applied. Note: Kahneman’s framing is about experienced vs. remembered utility — the application to want/like is an extrapolation, not a direct Kahneman quote. Present it as ‘Kahneman’s framework offers a useful parallel’ rather than a direct citation.

James Clear — Atomic Habits (2018). ‘Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become’ is a real and verified quote from the book.

Viktor Frankl — Man’s Search for Meaning (1946). Application is accurate. No direct quotes attributed to him in the script, so no risk there.

What if the biggest risk of AI isn’t the technology—but how we lead through it?

In this powerful episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider sits down with Dr. Kelly Monahan—organizational psychologist, former leader at Meta, Deloitte, and Accenture, bestselling author of Essential, and upcoming author of Reclaim the Plot.

Kelly has spent the last decade studying the intersection of AI, leadership, and human behavior—and what she reveals is both urgent and deeply human.

From witnessing the collapse of Kodak as a child to leading workforce transformations herself, Kelly brings a rare, lived perspective on what happens when organizations fail to adapt to technological change—and how we can do better this time.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

Why companies are still making “Kodak mistakes” in the age of AI
The dangerous obsession with efficiency—and what it’s costing your people
Why leaders must shift from “chess master” to “gardener” in today’s workplace
The truth about “shadow AI” and why employees are already adapting without you
How to build a culture of learning that actually keeps up with change
What Gen Z is demanding—and why it’s reshaping the future of leadership
The critical question every leader must ask: Just because we can… should we?

Standout Insight:
AI isn’t just a tool—it’s the “elevator moment” of our time. The real opportunity isn’t speed… it’s reimagining the entire blueprint of work.

Key Takeaway:
The future of leadership isn’t about control, certainty, or efficiency. It’s about curiosity, trust, and creating environments where people can adapt, learn, and thrive.

Connect with Dr. Kelly Monahan:

Website: https://drkellymonahan.com
LinkedIn: Dr. Kelly Monahan
Book: Essential (available now)
Upcoming: Reclaim the Plot (September release)

If you’re leading a team, building a business, or navigating change—this episode will challenge how you think about work, people, and what truly matters next.

In this milestone 400th episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to stay consistent—not for weeks or months, but for years.

Drawing from 8 years of showing up every single week, Kari shares the five most powerful lessons consistency has taught her—lessons that challenge the common belief that discipline and willpower are the answer.

This episode goes beyond surface-level advice and dives into the psychology, research, and lived experience behind sustainable high performance. You’ll discover why consistency alone doesn’t guarantee success, how to build self-trust through follow-through, and why purpose—not motivation—is the foundation for long-term growth.

Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or trying to show up stronger in your own life, this episode will reshape how you approach consistency—and what’s actually required to sustain it.

Key Topics & Takeaways:

Why passion—not willpower—is the real fuel behind consistency
The critical difference between showing up vs. making progress
How to adapt and evolve while staying consistent
The truth about the process: why it often doesn’t feel good
How consistency builds self-trust—the foundation of leadership
Why purpose outlasts motivation (and how to anchor into it)
The role of feedback loops and recalibration in long-term success
A powerful strategy to stay consistent without burnout: short-term commitments with redecision points

Notable Insight:
Consistency isn’t about loving every step—it’s about becoming someone who follows through, no matter what.

Call to Action:
Identify one area in your life where you want to build consistency. Ask yourself:

Am I driven by passion or obligation?
Am I progressing—or just repeating?

Then commit—fully—for a defined period of time, and build from there.

KEY REFERENCESPODCAST STATISTICS

44-47% quit after 3 episodes → Amplifi Media + Loopex Digital 2026
Why podcasters quit (burnout, passion loss) → Podbean Blog
Shocking failure rates study of 1,200+ shows → Podcasters United

https://www.amplifimedia.com/blogstein-1/lyspqop3ylro9a2t7y2de820uwkgwx

https://www.loopexdigital.com/blog/podcast-statistics

https://blog.podbean.com/why-podcasters-quit-podcast-burnout/

https://podcastersunited.org/feed-your-brand/the-shocking-podcast-failure-truth-why-1200-podcasters-quit-and-the-10-signs-your-podcast-is-next/

ANGELA DUCKWORTH — GRIT

Grit defined (passion + perseverance) → https://angeladuckworth.com/grit-book/
Original peer-reviewed research (2007) → https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17547490/ and https://www.researchgate.net/publication/6290064_Grit_Perseverance_and_Passion_for_Long-Term_Goals
Grit research overview → https://angeladuckworth.com/research/

JAMES CLEAR — ATOMIC HABITS

Identity-based habits → https://jamesclear.com/identity-based-habits
Full book summary → https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits-summary

In this deeply personal and unforgettable episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider shares the harrowing story of a life-threatening accident that left her with eight fractured ribs, a punctured lung, and a critical wake-up call about leadership, systems, and self-trust.

What began as a normal day quickly turned into a fight for survival—and ultimately, a masterclass in leadership under pressure.

In this episode, Kari unpacks 5 powerful lessons:

Trust Your Internal Signal: Why ignoring your gut—especially in high-stakes moments—can cost you everything
The Danger of Authority Bias: How deferring to “experts” without question can lead to catastrophic outcomes
Systems Won’t Save You: Why even the best systems fail in critical moments—and what leaders must do instead
You Are More Capable Than You Think: The science of resilience and how adversity reveals hidden strength
Asking for Help is a Leadership Skill: Why vulnerability builds trust—and can literally save your life

Leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about trusting yourself, questioning what doesn’t feel right, and having the courage to ask for help when it matters most.

Which of these five lessons are you ignoring right now?

Identify it—and take one step today to lead differently.

Leadership #SelfTrust #Resilience #EmpoweredTeams #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment

What if the real reason you’re not taking action isn’t about motivation, time, or strategy—but about who you believe you are?

In this powerful solo episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider dives into the hidden force driving every action you take (or don’t take): your identity. Backed by research and real-life experience, Kari unpacks how identity-based thinking shapes behavior, influences long-term success, and determines whether you follow through or stay stuck.

Drawing from her own recent life transitions and recovery from serious injury, Kari shares how shifting her identity helped her navigate one of the hardest seasons of her life—and how you can do the same.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why identity—not discipline—is the foundation of consistent action
The science behind “I am” language and behavior change
How your brain sees your future self as a stranger (and how to fix it)
Why you can’t outperform your identity—no matter how hard you try
A simple 3-step framework to start shifting your identity today

Key Takeaway:
Every action you take is a vote for the person you believe you are. Change your identity—and your actions will follow.

Call to Action:
Declare who you are becoming. Share this episode and tag Kari with your “I am” statement.

Resources:

James Clear — Identity-Based Habits

Atomic Habits (book reference)
Article on identity: https://jamesclear.com/identity-based-habits

Hal Hershfield — Future Self Research

UCLA profile & research: https://www.anderson.ucla.edu/faculty-and-research/marketing/faculty/hershfield
UCLA newsroom interview: https://newsroom.ucla.edu/stories/hal-hershfield-finding-harmony-with-future-self-book
HBR article: https://hbr.org/2013/06/you-make-better-decisions-if-you-see-your-senior-self
NPR feature: https://www.npr.org/transcripts/1182387784

William Swann — Self-Verification Theory

Wikipedia overview: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-verification_theory
Simply Psychology summary: https://www.simplypsychology.org/self-verification-theory.html

Amy Cuddy — Embodiment (use with caveat above)

Original 2010 paper: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0956797610383437
TED Talk (47M views): https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are
Updated Q&A on the research: https://ideas.ted.com/inside-the-debate-about-power-posing-a-q-a-with-amy-cuddy/

Are you constantly busy, yet somehow not moving forward on what matters most to you?

In this solo episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider breaks down the three powerful (and often uncomfortable) reasons high performers prioritize others over themselves—and how it’s quietly leading to burnout, frustration, and self-abandonment.

This episode is part of the Action Game Series, designed to help you reclaim your time, energy, and leadership.

What You’ll Learn:* The Competence Trap: Why being highly capable attracts more requests, interruptions, and urgency—and how it slowly drains your energy * Self-Betrayal Disguised as Generosity: The difference between giving from fullness vs. giving to feel worthy * The Priority Audit: What your calendar actually reveals about your values—and why most people are living out of alignment

Standout Moments:* “Being available to everyone is not a superpower. It’s a slow leak.” * “Just because I’m good at something doesn’t mean I should be doing it.” * The realization that high performers spend up to 60% of their time on misaligned tasks

Practical Takeaways:* Identify the last 5 tasks you completed—were they yours or someone else’s? * Define your top 3 priorities for the week—and schedule them first * Eliminate, automate, or delegate anything that doesn’t move your goals forward

Key Message:You’re not overwhelmed because you’re doing too much—you’re overwhelmed because you’re doing too much of what doesn’t matter to you.

Call to Action:Audit your time. Protect your priorities. And start building a life that reflects what actually matters.

Welcome to the kickoff of the Action Game series on The Empowered Team Podcast—where Kari Schneider dives into what actually drives results: action.

In this solo episode, Kari unpacks the surprising science behind why high achievers and intelligent leaders are more likely to procrastinate—and what to do about it.

What You’ll Learn: Why overthinking is a strength (and how it turns into a trap)
Learn how your brain’s “prediction machine” can create decision loops that stall progress—and how to break free. * The truth about perfectionism
Discover why perfectionism isn’t a high standard—it’s procrastination in disguise, and how it leads to burnout instead of results. * The research-backed method that increases follow-through by 200–300%
Kari shares the powerful concept of implementation intention* (when-then planning) and how it eliminates hesitation and drives consistent action.

Key Insight:High performance isn’t about more motivation—it’s about clarity, structure, and making decisions your brain can execute.

Memorable Quote:“Overthinking isn’t weakness—it’s intelligence without a deadline.”

Take Action:Before you finish this episode, choose ONE thing you’ve been delaying—and decide exactly when and what action you’ll take.

If you’re ready to stop circling and start executing, this episode will give you the clarity and momentum you’ve been missing.

Key Research Links:

Peter Gollwitzer — Implementation Intentions

Core 1999 paper: https://www.prospectivepsych.org/sites/default/files/pictures/Gollwitzer_Implementation-intentions-1999.pdf
Meta-analysis (94 studies): https://cancercontrol.cancer.gov/sites/default/files/2020-06/goal_intent_attain.pdf
Wikipedia overview (accessible summary): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Implementation_intention
Google Scholar profile: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Vl1IDvYAAAAJ&hl=en

Flett & Hewitt — Perfectionism & Procrastination

Original multidimensional perfectionism paper (1991, PubMed): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2027080/
Perfectionism & procrastination chapter: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-1-4899-0227-6_6
30-year review (2021): https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/features/cap-cap0000288.pdf

LeadershipDevelopment #HighPerformance #MindsetShift #Productivity #SelfMastery

In this powerful episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider sits down with Arielle Tayar to explore what it really takes to build a thriving, human-centered business in a world that often prioritizes strategy, scale, and rigid frameworks.

Arielle shares her unconventional journey from theater and documentary storytelling to building a seven-figure global creative agency without investors. Along the way, she discovered that success is not always built through having the perfect plan. Sometimes, it comes from following your intuition, saying yes before you feel fully ready, and choosing human connection over formulas.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ How “a lot of little yeses” can create massive momentum in business
✔️ The hidden power of storytelling in brand building and leadership
✔️ Why imposter syndrome can become a driver for growth when reframed
✔️ What Arielle discovered working inside a large agency — and why it changed everything
✔️ How to balance intuition and structure when scaling a company
✔️ Why mindfulness practices like meditation and movement can unlock creativity and clarity
✔️ How human-centered leadership and relationships drive long-term success
✔️ A fresh perspective on AI, human creativity, branding, and marketing

One standout moment comes when Arielle shares the turning point where she realized that even the biggest and most established companies are still “figuring it out.” That realization gave her a new level of confidence and helped her step more fully into leadership.

The biggest takeaway? There is no single “right way” to build a business. Trust your gut, lead with connection, and don’t wait until you feel fully ready — because nobody has it all figured out.

As Arielle reminds us:

“Nobody knows what they’re doing — and the people who win are the ones willing to go out and try anyway.”

If you’ve been holding back, waiting for clarity or confidence, this episode is your permission to move. Start with one yes.

Get in touch with Arielle here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielletayar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielle-tayar-45430a61/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whipcreativestudio

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider sits down with Lee Caraher—CEO of Double Forte PR, bestselling author of Millennials & Management and The Boomerang Principle, and a leading expert in leadership communication.

Lee has spent decades helping leaders say what they actually mean—and in this conversation, she reveals why most workplace dysfunction isn’t about people… it’s about clarity.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why vague language like “end of day” and “on time” creates massive inefficiencies
How generational differences impact communication—and what leaders get wrong about Millennials and Gen Z
The concept of “specificity creates energy” and how it transforms team performance
How unclear expectations drain productivity, increase stress, and erode culture
The critical balance of high expectations + high care for high-performing teams
Why overcommunication is not only necessary—but a leadership superpower
How to define company values in a way that actually drives behavior (not just sits on a wall)
What leaders must do in uncertain times to create clarity and calm

Standout Moment:
Lee shares the story of nearly losing her company when 8 employees quit within 8 weeks—revealing a powerful lesson about generational communication gaps and leadership blind spots.

Key Takeaway:
Your team isn’t failing—you’re just not being specific enough. Clarity isn’t micromanagement. It’s leadership.

Power Quote:
“Specificity creates energy.”

About Lee Caraher:
Lee Caraher is the CEO of Double Forte PR, a national communications agency, and a renowned expert in leadership communication. She is the author of Millennials & Management https://www.amazon.ca/Millennials-Management-Essential-Guide-Making/dp/1629560278 and The Boomerang Principle, https://www.amazon.ca/Boomerang-Principle-Inspire-Lifetime-Employees/dp/1629561681/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1IQUZYSBZPC66&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VJV4V9ommBi--JjJzo4yEnlfSSPxxOtyBjkt7s0FY-DjtO187F2V5iE5CS3YCgJBe1wcII52_m5C6oXb15rF7YIidFwyKQ5kXvW-v4GyZQ7QeSfB2ExsmCqp4_9q5JwBnNVG3oXFOXeqqnNwXuQ87A.CJ4K02P1tx5gXwGdYVBmTClqnowhmo8Zu3akmPskMbo&dib_tag=se&keywords=The+boomerang+principle&qid=1774914103&s=books&sprefix=the+boomerang+principle%2Cstripbooks%2C162&sr=1-2 and helps organizations build high-performing, engaged teams through clear and effective communication.

Connect with Lee:

Website: https://leecaraher.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecaraher/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leecaraher/?hl=en

Listen If You Want To:

Improve team communication and alignment
Lead across generations more effectively
Reduce confusion, friction, and wasted time
Build a high-performance culture rooted in clarity

🎧 Tune in and discover how better communication can unlock your team’s full potential.

The Boomerang Principle: Inspire Lifetime Loyalty from Your Employees

Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making it Work at Work

In this powerful episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider sits down with Dr. Robin Hills, business psychologist, Director of EI4Change, and global leader in emotional intelligence training with over 500,000 students across 200+ countries.

Together, they unpack the real meaning of emotional intelligence—and why it’s not about controlling emotions, but learning how to interpret and use them as data to make better decisions and build stronger relationships.

Key Themes & Insights:

Emotional intelligence as “being smart with your feelings”
The distinction between your inner world (thoughts, emotions, reactions) and the outer world (people, situations, events)
Why empathy is about understanding—not agreeing
The critical gap between intention and impact in communication
How to identify whether someone is an “energy radiator” or “energy drain”
The transformative question: What is this emotion telling me?
Why no one can make you feel anything—unless you allow it
Practical tools like self-coaching, journaling, and reflection to improve emotional awareness
How to navigate difficult people and challenging workplace dynamics with greater clarity and choice

Standout Moments:

“Nobody can make me angry… unless I choose to allow them to.”
“Emotions are data—what are they telling you?”
“Emotional intelligence is simple… but incredibly hard to do.”

Key Takeaway:
Your emotions are not the problem—they are information. When you learn how to interpret them, you unlock better leadership, stronger relationships, and more intentional decision-making.

Connect with Dr. Robin Hills:

Website: https://ei4change.com
LinkedIn: Robin Hills
Books: The Authority Guide to Emotional Resilience in Business & The Authority Guide to Behaviour in Business
Emotional.intelligence.courses
Online magazine ei-matters.com

🎧 Listen now and start leading with greater awareness, intention, and impact.

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Ever catch yourself being abrupt, impatient, or snapping at someone and think… “Where did that come from?”

Most high-performing leaders assume it’s a personality flaw or a moment of poor control.

But the truth is far more empowering.

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider reveals the three hidden physiological and psychological triggers that quietly drive impatience, irritability, and reactive behavior — especially in high performers who care deeply about showing up at their best.

Drawing from her experience working with Olympic and national-level athletes, Kari explains why these reactions are rarely about the other person—and almost always about what’s happening inside your brain, body, and nervous system.

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by your own reactions, this conversation will give you a new lens to understand what’s really going on.

In this episode, you’ll discover:* Why one night of poor sleep can increase emotional reactivity by 60% * The surprising way decision fatigue drains your patience * How high performers unknowingly live in the “resistance stage” of chronic stress * Why snapping at others is often a biological signal—not a character flaw * How elite athletes structure recovery—and what leaders can learn from it

Key TakeawayYour impatience isn’t a personality problem.
It’s a performance signal telling you something in your system needs attention.

When you learn to read that signal, you can start showing up with more clarity, patience, and leadership presence—at work and at home.

Resources & Mentions* Research by Dr. Matthew Walker, UC Berkeley – Sleep & Brain Function * Research by Dr. Roy Baumeister, Florida State University – Self-Regulation & Decision Fatigue

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4286245/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6122651/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12168795/

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1111/j.1467-8721.2007.00534.x

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK541120/

🎧 Listen now and discover why the moments you feel least like yourself might actually be the biggest clues to performing at your best.

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In this powerful solo episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider — former high-performance coach working with Olympic and national-level teams — reveals the three silent ways you are communicating every single day… and what it’s costing you if you ignore them.

Drawing from over 30 years in elite performance environments, Kari shares how culture, trust, and engagement are shaped long before words are spoken. Whether you're leading a business team, coaching athletes, or building a strong family culture, these nonverbal communication skills are foundational.

In This Episode, We Cover:* Why people judge your trustworthiness in 100 milliseconds (Psychological Science research) * How facial expressions and eye contact instantly signal engagement — or disconnection * The science behind power poses and body language (Amy Cuddy’s research) * Why posture, shoulders, and even phone-checking silently erode culture * The truth about tone vs. words (Albert Mehrabian’s emotional communication research) * How leaders unintentionally trigger their own stress response when they lose engagement * Why setting clear “showing up” standards is not babysitting — it’s elite practice

Standout Story:Kari contrasts elite national team environments — where athletes are trained to show up with presence and respect — with volunteering in youth sports, where she quickly realized: most people are never taught how to engage nonverbally.

Key Takeaway:Trust, credibility, and culture are built through three silent channels:

Eyes & Face
Body
Voice

If you don’t define and model these standards early, you will pay for it later in disengagement, misunderstandings, and lost momentum.

Challenge:
Pick one channel this week and practice it intentionally. Master it in yourself before expecting it from your team.

If you want stronger team chemistry, deeper trust, and more influential leadership — this episode is your starting point.

🎧 Listen now and elevate how you show up.

https://www.psychologicalscience.org/observer/how-many-seconds-to-a-first-impression

https://www.princeton.edu/news/2006/08/22/snap-judgments-decide-faces-character-psychologist-finds

https://aventislearning.com/understanding-body-language/

https://www.acertitude.com/insights/ted-talk-icon-amy-cuddy-on-how-leaders-can-reclaim-presence-and-power-at-work/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/surprise/202003/the-body-language-myth

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In this powerful kickoff to a new series on communication and leadership interaction, Kari Schneider dives into a topic most leaders avoid: the psychology of lying — and how it impacts trust, credibility, and team performance.

Drawing on research from:

Dr. Robert Feldman (University of Massachusetts)
Dan Ariely (The Honest Truth About Dishonesty)
Dr. Robert Trivers (The Folly of Fools)

Kari breaks down the three primary ways we lie — and why even high-integrity leaders fall into these patterns.

In This Episode, You’ll Discover:* Why 60% of people lie in a 10-minute conversation * The real cost of “small” lies on leadership credibility * What “trust debt” is — and how leaders unknowingly accumulate it * The slippery slope of omission in organizations * How strategic editing can erode psychological safety * Why self-deception is the most dangerous lie of all * How successful leaders become more sophisticated at lying to themselves * The subtle language clues that signal deception * Why cleaning up self-deception leads to deeper connection and bigger impact

Standout Insight“We deceive ourselves first so that we can deceive others more convincingly.”

This episode challenges leaders to conduct a personal “truth check” — not to shame themselves, but to build greater self-awareness, stronger relationships, and more powerful influence.

Key TakeawayThe more honest you are with yourself, the more credible and impactful you become as a leader.

Integrity isn’t about perfection. It’s about alignment.

Listen now and start noticing where truth might be stretching in your conversations.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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What if the thing holding back your leadership isn’t your strategy… but the emotions you’ve been trained to ignore?

In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider sits down with Randy Lyman—physicist, entrepreneur, emotional intelligence teacher, patent holder, and builder of multiple eight-figure businesses (including an Inc. 500). Randy shares the surprising shift that helped him scale results 30–40X: integrating the emotional and spiritual side of leadership without losing logic, discipline, or high standards.

Together, Kari and Randy explore the “third element” that most high-achievers avoid—until it starts leaking into their leadership, their teams, and their sense of fulfillment.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why hustle + intelligence aren’t enough for sustainable success
The leadership truth: your nervous system sets the tone for the room
How “irritations” can point to unhealed emotional wounds (and what to do with that)
The difference between intuition, ego, and emotion—and how to tell which is speaking
The 3-part foundation Randy uses to unlock team performance: acknowledgment, contribution, belonging
Why vulnerability (done from grounded confidence) raises credibility—not lowers it
How emotional suppression steals joy, connection, and creativity
Randy’s simple “intuition reps” you can practice daily (low-risk, high-impact)

Standout moments:

Randy’s breakthrough: after an emotional release, long-standing team “competence issues” resolved—fast
“People don’t give a damn about me… they care that I care about them.”
The leadership listening upgrade: the pause, the follow-up, and the moment people finally feel heard

Key takeaway
If you want a high-performing team and a fulfilling life, you can’t lead from your head alone. Real leadership integrates the mind, the work, and the emotional world—so you show up calm, clear, and powerfully human.

Resources + links

Randy Lyman: https://randylyman.com
Book: The Third Element (Randy Lyman)
Connect with Randy on LinkedIn (search “Randy Lyman”)
Follow on Instagram (search “Randy Lyman”)

Website: https://randylyman.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamrandylyman/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamrandylyman1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrandylyman/

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Kyle McDowell - Former Fortune 500 executive who led 30,000+ employees across multi-billion dollar P&Ls. Author of the USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller Begin With We and upcoming Win With We (2027). Now keynote speaker and leadership consultant focused on transforming organizational culture.

What You'll Discover:

The hidden cost of "successful" leadership - why being good at your job can still leave you empty, unhealthy, and disconnected from the people who matter most.

How one midnight realization created a cultural transformation that's now implemented across dozens of organizations worldwide.

The difference between bosses who inspire fear and leaders who inspire performance - and why your team's behavior when you're OUT of the room tells you everything.

Why simple doesn't mean easy - and how 10 straightforward principles eliminate the ambiguity that kills execution.

The relationship between vulnerability, challenge, and trust - and why the people who push back hardest can become your greatest allies.

How measuring outcomes (not activity) stops the meeting-about-the-meeting madness that deflates your team.

Key Themes:

Leadership transformation and self-reflection
Creating behavioral expectations vs. just job descriptions
The power of challenging each other (not just top-down feedback)
Authenticity as the foundation of trust
Obsessing over details as competitive advantage
Leading the same way at work and home

Standout Moment: Kyle's direct report Julia went from being his most difficult team member to one of his closest confidants - proof that embracing challenge changes everything.

The Bottom Line: You don't have to hate Sundays. You don't have to bang your fist to get results. And you definitely don't have to sacrifice who you are to lead effectively. The 10 Wes framework proves there's a better way - one that delivers both performance AND fulfillment.

Connect with Kyle:

Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Facebook/Twitter: @KyleMcDowellInc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemcdowellinc/
Website: https://kylemcdowellinc.com/
Book: Begin With We (available now): https://kylemcdowellinc.com/bestselling-book/

What happens when a high-performing leader—someone wired for speed, scale, and big outcomes—gets forced to slow down? In this powerful interview, Kari Schneider sits down with American entrepreneur, engineer, and investor Jason Shipley, founder of Midwest Custom Engineering, to talk about leadership, resilience, and the inner game that keeps a team (and a family) thriving.

Jason shares how he’s building mission-driven engineering solutions that impact real life—from animal feed and pet food processing to emerging water technologies—and why culture is the true engine of sustainable growth. But this conversation goes deeper: Jason opens up about profound personal loss, the practices that helped him keep moving forward, and how consistency becomes a form of self-trust—especially when you don’t feel like you can.

If you’re a leader who moves fast, carries a lot, and wants to lead with more calm, clarity, and connection—this episode will meet you right where you are.

Key topics covered:

Building a business where culture builds the company (not the other way around)
The leadership shift from “me” to “we”—and why it changes everything
How to create feedback loops so problems don’t fester
“Slow is smooth, smooth is fast”: the calm that increases performance
What consistency really means: 1,068 consecutive daily 5Ks
The simple relationship question that strengthens connection: “What do you need today?”
Curating your environment and community so you don’t lead alone

Key takeaway:
High achievement becomes sustainable when you stop sprinting in your head and start leading with presence—because the strongest leaders don’t just drive results… they build people, trust, and culture that lasts.

Listen in, then ask yourself: Where do I need to slow down to speed up—and what’s the one daily commitment that proves I won’t quit on myself?

Want to know more Jason and his activities?

Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonshipley83/
Midwest Custom Engineering: https://www.midwestcustomengineering.com/
Live Like Jake Foundation: https://livelikejake.com/

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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Knowing what to do isn’t the problem—taking consistent action is.

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider continues the Inner Game series with a powerful focus on action. Building on the previous episodes about pausing and embracing change, Kari shares three deceptively simple questions that help leaders move forward—even when motivation is low, willpower is depleted, and life gets messy.

Drawing from neuroscience, habit research, and personal stories (including a surprisingly relatable struggle with consistency), Kari breaks down why action breaks down—and how to make progress inevitable instead of exhausting.

In this episode, you’ll learn: Why inconsistent execution is the real outcome killer * How to take action without* relying on motivation or willpower * The question that instantly lowers resistance and bypasses perfectionism * How to anticipate obstacles without sabotaging your mindset * Why clarity, simplicity, and environment outperform discipline every time * How to make new actions repeatable, sustainable, and automatic

Key takeaway:You don’t rise to your goals—you fall to your systems.
And the right questions can build systems that work with your brain, not against it.

🎧 Tune in to discover the three questions that turn “I know what to do” into I’m actually doing it.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Why is change so hard—even when we know what to do?

In this powerful episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider breaks down why awareness alone doesn’t lead to transformation—and what actually does. This episode is part of the Inner Game Series: The Power of Questions, and it introduces three deceptively simple questions that make change easier, more aligned, and far more sustainable.

Instead of forcing willpower or battling old habits, Kari shows how to guide your inner game so change feels intentional—not exhausting.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why awareness is necessary—but not sufficient—for real change
How to stop defaulting to old patterns under stress
The role of identity and values in making change stick
Why fighting impulses gives them more power (and what works instead)
How to replace habits without deprivation or guilt

The 3 Questions for Change:

What do I want? (Honest awareness—without judgment)
What’s a better option than my first impulse? (Flexibility over force)
Why does this matter to me? (Values-based motivation that lasts)

Key Takeaway:
Change becomes sustainable when it’s connected to who you are becoming—not who you’re trying to stop being.

Listen now and keep these questions handy—for leadership moments, health decisions, tough conversations, and any time change feels hard.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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In this solo episode, host Kari Schneider dives deep into the inner game of leadership and self-mastery—starting with what may be the most underrated tool of all: the pause.

This is part 1 of a new 3-part series called The Power of Questions, and it starts by rewiring your reactivity. Kari introduces the three simple but powerful questions that instantly shift your brain from impulsive to intentional—so you can make better choices, build stronger habits, and lead with clarity (even under pressure).

🔑 In this episode:

Why your best actions start before you act
How to override fear, urgency, or old habits in 30 seconds
The real reason we self-sabotage (and how to stop)
How to reconnect with your future self in the moment

If you want to optimize performance and outcomes—in your business, relationships, or daily decisions—this is a must-listen.

🎯 Your self-mastery starts with a pause. Let's go.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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In this soul-stirring episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider sits down with seasoned entrepreneur Sandy Moll, a woman who has built multi-million dollar businesses, navigated financial collapse, and found peace and prosperity—not just in business, but in life.

With a background in finance, real estate, and entrepreneurship, Sandy is the founder of Advanced Business Solutions and multiple other companies—all of which she operates with zero employees, minimal hours, and maximum impact.

Key themes covered:

The transformative power of silence and stillness in decision-making.
Building a life and business based on purpose, people, and prosperity—without compromise.
How Sandy scaled 5 companies, including an operating farm and event center, without traditional marketing.
What she calls her “2x4 moments” when life (or God) demanded a bigger shift.
The key to leading with faith, trust, and a refusal to hustle for worthiness.

🧠 Takeaway: Your leadership and peace of mind are not found in the noise—they’re born in the quiet. This is a masterclass in self-mastery for leaders craving clarity, purpose, and real prosperity.

🔗 Learn more about Sandy at www.abs-core.com or connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandymoll

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider sits down with powerhouse leader Erica Sinner — multi 8-figure founder of Directory, CEO, and bestselling author of Pets Are Family. Erica’s mission? Revolutionizing leadership with empathy, operational compassion, and high-performance culture that doesn’t burn people out.

💥 With 20+ years in life sciences and biotech, Erica built Directory to help small-to-mid pharma companies commercialize with confidence — giving employees stability even in uncertain regulatory cycles.

But Erica’s impact doesn’t stop at the boardroom:

She’s a driving force behind Tiny Superheroes, helping hospitalized kids feel brave through the power of play and purpose.
She’s reshaping company policy with her advocacy for pet bereavement leave, recognizing the deep emotional bonds people have with their animals.

Topics We Cover:

How to build emotionally intelligent, high-performance teams
What CEOs are getting wrong about empathy (and how to fix it)
Why laughter, connection, and play are not just for kids
The powerful story behind Pets Are Family — and how grief shows up at work
The loneliness epidemic, AI’s rising influence, and why the human algorithm still matters most

Key Quote:
🧠 “You can have an empathy-driven culture AND expect incredible results.”

If you're ready to lead with more impact, heart, and clarity — this episode will move you.

🔗 Grab Erica’s book Pets Are Family: https://www.amazon.com/Pets-are-Family-simple-that/dp/B0CTSFLYYT
🔗 Connect with Erica: Website: https://www.erikasinner.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erika_sinner/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikasinner

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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Guest: Anthony Cudjo, aka Coach Cujo — human optimization expert, professional athlete, speaker, spiritual mentor, and 30+ year coach.

In this powerful episode, we dive into the untapped potential already encoded in your DNA. From breaking free of societal conditioning to reversing illness and mastering self-leadership, Cujo delivers potent truth-bombs on:

Why most people are stuck in “sheep” mode — and how to step into your inner shepherd
The spiritual laws behind true health, wealth & fulfillment
How your internal conversation creates your external reality
Why silence is your greatest power — and how 5 minutes of daily meditation can radically shift your life
A step-by-step breakdown of Coach Cujo’s daily rituals for energy, purpose and creation
A blueprint for letting go of judgment, fear and illness — and unlocking self-healing and deep alignment

✨ “You’re not following anyone — you’re following YOUR purpose.”

Whether you're burned out, unfulfilled or craving a deeper connection to your leadership and life — this one will light a fire under your identity.

🔗 Connect with Coach Cujo: www.urh3o.com | Instagram @humanoptimization3.0

🎧 Listen now and start activating your higher operating system.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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You hired an A-player who crushed it at first. Now they're disengaged, missing deadlines, producing mediocre work. Your first thought? "Motivation problem. Attitude issue."

Wrong diagnosis.

In this episode, I break down why A-players underperform—and it's almost never about the person. It's about the environment, the role, and the authority they're given

You'll learn:

The 3 I's that define an A-player (Integrity, Initiative, Intelligence)
Why work ethic = Initiative + Integrity (this changes everything)
The 3 biggest mistakes leaders make with high performers
The 3 unlocks A-players need: Right Role, Right Authority, Right Environment
Why A-players in the wrong environment struggle MORE than average players
The truth about "borrowed authority" and why it kills momentum

Whether you're a leader trying to unlock your team's potential or an A-player feeling stuck, this episode will help you diagnose the real problem and fix what actually matters.

Key Quote:

"Nothing suffocates an A-player faster than borrowed authority. If the role fights the person, the person loses or leaves."

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Who you believe you are determines how you lead, how you show up, and what results you create—whether you realize it or not.

In this powerful solo episode, Kari Schneider introduces the concept of Identity Architecture—the science-backed framework that explains how thoughts become beliefs, beliefs become behaviors, and behaviors become identity.

This episode is for leaders, entrepreneurs, and high performers who feel stuck repeating patterns they know no longer serve them.

In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your “I am” statements are shaping your future (even when they’re wrong) * How identity is formed through repeated thoughts, emotions, and actions * The science of self-signaling and how your behaviors teach your brain who you are * Why habits are actually identity in action (inspired by Atomic Habits*) * The 3-step Identity Architecture process: 1. Notice your identity stories 2. Choose a new identity (without lying to yourself) 3. Build it through aligned actions

How your environment and relationships reinforce—or dismantle—your identity

Key Takeaway:You are not broken. You are not stuck.
You are simply living inside an identity that was built unintentionally—and you can rebuild it on purpose.

🎧 Listen now and start becoming the person your future demands.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

This is Part 2 of the interview with Peter Swain, where the conversation goes deeper into the real implications of AI.

In this episode, Kari and Peter move beyond awareness and into consequence, exploring what the rapid acceleration of AI means for leadership, work, and how we find meaning in a changing world.

Peter shares what the next 3–10 years of AI development could realistically look like, including best- and worst-case scenarios, from job displacement and universal basic income to wealth concentration and global instability. They unpack why this moment is not just another technological shift, but a supply-side revolution that impacts every industry, everywhere, all at once.

They dive into:

• What best- and worst-case AI futures may look like, and why opting out is no longer neutral
• Why adaptability, flexibility, and human connection are becoming essential leadership skills
• How AI removes excuses and forces a deeper reckoning with self-trust and responsibility
• What leaders and parents should prioritize as work, education, and meaning evolve
• Why empathy, communication, and discernment may preserve what matters most
• Practical ways to start using AI effectively, from simple daily habits to more advanced use

Peter also reflects on how this shift has personally changed how he builds businesses, invests, raises his children, and thinks about the future in a world where knowledge is no longer scarce.

Key takeaway:
AI is not a future problem. It is a present reality.

You may not have a choice about whether this shift is happening, but you do have a choice about how you engage, adapt, and lead while it unfolds.

🔗 Links & Resources

Peter’s mastermind for building real AI capability:
👉 www.peterswain.com

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI →
https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership?
Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” →
https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Guest: Peter Swain — international speaker, bestselling author, and two-time tech pioneer. Founder of PSI, one of the first AI training companies helping individuals and businesses build real AI capability.

Episode Highlights:

• How Peter went from coding at age six to being personally retained by Steve Jobs, and why his mission today is teaching AI to everyday leaders

• The three timelines of AI development and the one we are rapidly accelerating toward

• Why jobs, education, and leadership as we know them are under pressure, and what may actually preserve what matters

• The misunderstood power of human and relational skills in an AI-dominant world

• Why the old leadership playbook is breaking and what meaning could look like in a post-AI society

Key Takeaway:
AI is the most powerful shift since the internet. Sitting on the sidelines is no longer neutral. But this episode is not about fear or survival. It is about leadership. How to adapt, build real capability, and lead with purpose and a distinctly human edge.

Want to know more about Peter?
Peter’s mastermind for building real AI capability: 👉 www.peterswain.com

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

In this deeply personal solo episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider explores the hidden cost of hyper independence — the pattern of doing everything alone while quietly carrying exhaustion, loneliness, and emotional weight.

Drawing from her own lived experience as a leader, single mom, and entrepreneur, Kari unpacks why hyper independence isn’t a personality trait — it’s a coping mechanism shaped by survival, early responsibility, and environments where vulnerability didn’t feel safe.

In this episode, you’ll discover: How hyper independence is formed through early neglect, cultural conditioning, and survival-based control * Why capable leaders are often the most overlooked and misunderstood * The emotional and relational cost of “handling everything” alone * Why “let me know if you need anything”* doesn’t actually help * How to support a hyper-independent partner, friend, or teammate in ways that truly build trust * What creates safety, reliability, and connection for people who struggle to ask for help

Kari also shares powerful real-life stories — from asking a neighbor for help during a brutal winter to learning how hyper independence quietly isolates even the strongest among us.

Key Takeaway:You are not broken — you’re adaptive.
And true strength isn’t doing everything alone… it’s learning how to let others in.

🎧 Listen now and share this episode with someone who carries more than they let on.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

In this powerful conversation, Kari sits down with Andrea Wanerstrand, a leadership strategist and executive coach who’s shaped teams at Microsoft, Meta, and T-Mobile. With 25+ years of experience, Andrea shares why emotional intelligence is the new superpower, how leaders unknowingly create fear-based cultures, and why your nervous system is your secret advantage.

They dive deep into:

What really makes high-performing teams thrive
Why fake-it-til-you-make-it fails, and what to do instead
The shift from "know-it-all" to "learn-it-all" leadership at Microsoft
How to lead through change without burning out
The connection between self-regulation, confidence, and culture
The mindset practice that helps leaders stay human in an AI-driven world

Andrea also gives us a sneak peek into her Mindset Maven Method Lab, an 8-week cohort launching in 2026 designed to help leaders stay energized, focused, and impactful—without grinding themselves into the ground.

Key takeaway: Leadership today demands more than strategy—it requires self-mastery, emotional regulation, and authentic presence. This episode gives you the mindset map to start now.

🔗 Links & Resources:

Andrea’s website: a3culturelab.com
Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: Andrea Wanterstrand
Sign up for the 2026 Mindset Maven Method Lab: https://mindsetmaven.com/

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

New Year energy is high, but what separates a feel-good intention from a real, life-changing result?

In this solo episode, Kari unpacks why motivation alone won’t get you across the finish line—and how to turn dreams into reality with structure, deadlines, and identity shifts.

You’ll hear:

Why most goals fail (and how to fix it)
The concept of the “Far, Next, and Now Vision” framework
How to use time-bound responsibility to create unstoppable momentum
The real reason “dreamers” don’t hit goals—and how to stop being one
A powerful personal story of Kari's own transformation after divorce
Common January traps that derail your progress (and how to avoid them)
Why B- work is the surprising secret to staying on track

I’m also inviting you into my Empowered Blueprint 5-Day Planning Experience. If you’re done hoping 2025 will be different and ready to design it with intention, this is where we begin. 👉 https://theempowered.ca/5day-blueprint-challenge

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

In this deeply personal solo episode, host Kari Schneider opens up about navigating her divorce and the hardest year of her life — and the unexpected wisdom that came with it.

From the grief of letting go to the powerful clarity that only hardship brings, Kari shares raw insights on:

What grief reveals about love and commitment
Why loyalty is rarely what we think it is
The painful truth behind betrayal and what it actually shows us
How trust is built (and broken) through action, not words
Reclaiming your power through self-respect
What forgiveness truly is — and what it isn’t
A fresh lens on gratitude, even when life doesn’t go as planned

Each lesson includes powerful reflection questions to help you apply the insights in your own life and leadership.

If you’ve been through personal or professional upheaval this year, this episode is for you. It’s not about what happens to us — it’s about who we choose to become because of it.

🎧 Listen now and step into your next chapter with clarity, strength, and grace.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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What does abundance look like when your life feels like it’s crumbling?

In this deeply personal solo episode, Kari pulls back the curtain and shares what’s really going on behind the scenes: an unexpected divorce, moving homes under pressure, and facing major uncertainty—while running a business and parenting solo.

But instead of waiting for it all to be “figured out,” she brings you inside her live-time process of creating abundance from the ground up.

Key Takeaways:

Why scarcity and survival thinking feel useful—but keep you stuck
Kari’s personal framework for generating emotional abundance
The 4 feelings that define abundance (especially when it's not external): Confidence, Connection, Freedom, Fulfillment
How to anchor into self-leadership when everything is unclear

Who this is for:
Leaders navigating change, business owners facing uncertainty, anyone trying to hold it together when life goes sideways—and still grow through it.

Don’t just survive your hard seasons. Learn how to thrive inside them.
Listen now + share with a friend who needs this.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

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In this compelling conversation, host Kari Schneider welcomes Reuven Shelef, CEO of Out of the Box Consulting and creator of the Untangling Complex Challenges methodology.

Reuven shares how a childhood of working citrus orchards and septic lines gave him an early relationship with quality, discomfort, and problem-solving. From strategic engineering to human behavior, his work now helps leaders and organizations move from confusion to clarity—and into decisive, aligned action.

In this episode:* The surprising spiritual and sensory roots of Reuven’s methodology * How to shift from patching symptoms to solving root causes * The 7-step process to untangle any personal or business challenge * Why documenting, mapping, and visual thinking matter more than ever * How to move from insight to action—even when you feel overwhelmed * The one thing most people miss in creating real transformation * Aligning who you are with what you do for long-term fulfillment

Whether you're a leader feeling stuck, a team grappling with cross-functional breakdowns, or simply someone who wants more flow in your life—this conversation will reframe how you approach complexity.

📌 Connect with Reuven: https://reuvenshelef.com/
Book a free strategy call with Reuven: https://meetreuven.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reuvenshelef/

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

This is the episode to reset, recalibrate, and intentionally step into your next year. In this solo episode, Kari walks you through the critical importance of end-of-year reflection — not for nostalgia, but for real transformation.

Discover:

Why top performers use reflection to elevate performance (Harvard study: +23% increase).
The neuroscience behind cognitive drag and how to clear it.
How to use integration over information to actually grow.
The powerful concept of identity recalibration — becoming the version of yourself your future needs.
A simple yet profound 3-step reflection framework (Review. Release. Recalibrate).
How Kari’s personal reflections helped her through divorce, illness, and the restoration of Wick Cliff Lodge.

You’ll also get a sneak peek of Kari’s LIVE Year-End Reflection Workshop on Dec 17 — with guided prompts, music, and a powerful group environment to deepen your transformation.

🎯 Stop autopiloting through your life. Start leading it. Join us for this soul-shifting ritual and learn how to drop the emotional clutter and design your next chapter — with clarity and purpose.

👉 Link to register for the Live Year-End Reflection Event: https://theempowered.ca/reflection
👉 Free Workbook Included

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Ever felt like your message didn’t land the way you intended?

In this solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider breaks down one of the most overlooked (yet constant) challenges in leadership and relationships: the interpersonal gap—when what you mean and what’s heard don’t match.

Coined by John Wallen, this concept helps explain everything from workplace tension to misunderstandings at the dinner table. Kari shares:

The 7 signs that you’re stuck in a communication gap
A powerful framework to bridge the gap in real time
How emotional filters, body language, and culture shape what people actually hear
3 tools to build advanced communication skills (spoiler: it’s not about talking more)

Whether you're leading a team, managing a household, or navigating high-stakes conversations, this episode gives you the clarity and insight to communicate with impact—and finally feel understood.

💡 Key Takeaway: Advanced communication isn’t about saying it right—it’s about being understood deeply.

IIf you’re ready to go deeper into communication that builds trust and connection, revisit this foundational episode: Ep. 317 – Communication for Connection - https://bit.ly/CommunicationForConnection-ETP-iTunes

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari sits down with Tara Landes – founder of Bellrock and a powerhouse behind the scenes of 300+ businesses – to unpack the real reasons small and mid-sized businesses get stuck.

Tara breaks down:

Why most managers are set up to fail (and how to fix it)
The critical difference between leadership and management (and why you need both)
The myth of the perfect strategic plan – and what execution actually takes
Why lagging metrics are killing your momentum
What actually creates a high-performance culture

With real stories, actionable frameworks, and a few zingers (wait for the airplane-in-the-jungle analogy 👀), this episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about self-mastery and leading a team that thrives.

💡 Whether you're a founder, people leader, or growing manager, this conversation will challenge how you think about progress – and give you a blueprint for doing it better.

👉 Listen now and discover the small shifts that create massive traction.

🔗 Links:

Connect with Tara Landes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taralandes

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Do you thrive as the top performer or grow more as the underdog? In this powerful solo episode, Kari breaks down how your position in a group—whether it’s your workplace, sports team, or leadership circle—shapes your motivation, confidence, identity, and trajectory.

🔥 Key Takeaways

Why where you stand in a group changes how you grow
The truth behind the 15% performance boost from being around high achievers
The overlooked freedom that comes with being underestimated
How high status ≠ high success—and the hidden cost of being the “top dog”
Real-life story: Kari shares her daughter’s inspiring journey from weakest link to team captain

Whether you’re leading a team, trying to find your voice, or deciding your next move—this episode gives you the clarity to understand your role and use it intentionally.

💡Knowing your place in the pack isn’t about ego—it’s about using it to fuel your future.

🎧 Listen now and share it with someone building a team or navigating group dynamics.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Ever had one glass of wine and thought, "Ah, screw it," then finished the bottle? Or eaten one donut and said, "What the hell, might as well have four"? Welcome to the What the Hell Effect—or as Kari’s calling it in this episode, the far more satisfying Fck It Effect*.

In this episode, Kari Schneider unpacks the sneaky psychology behind why one small slip often turns into a downward spiral. Backed by fascinating research (think rigged scales and guilt-driven candy binges!), she shares exactly what’s happening in your brain—and how to break the cycle in real time.

You’ll learn:

Why shame and guilt fuel more bad choices, not fewer
The three-step recovery method to get back on track instantly
How self-compassion—not willpower—is your true superpower
A game-changing quote about failure and recovery that you’ll want to write down

Whether you're struggling with habits, procrastination, or emotional spirals, this episode will help you spot the moment, stop the spiral, and reclaim your power. Let’s make one small choice—right now—that changes the trajectory of your day.

🎯 Key topics: willpower, behavior change, shame spiral, self-compassion, leadership habits, decision making
📚 Based on research from The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal
🔁 Share this with someone who's had a “F*ck it” kind of week.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

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In this solo episode, host Kari Schneider delivers a concise, high-impact playbook for handling the toughest conversations with clarity and confidence.

Drawing on years of coaching leaders and high performers, Kari introduces the three advanced filters you must apply before you open your mouth—whether you’re confronting a team member, negotiating a boundary, or navigating personal conflict.

💡 Key themes covered:

The three universal types of difficult conversations—and how to recognize which one you’re in.
A critical question to ask yourself before saying anything.
Why the issue is almost never what it seems (spoiler: “It’s not about the suitcase…”)
How to stay rooted, responsive, and in control—even if emotions are high.
What it means to “kill the monster while it’s small” 🔥

Plus, Kari drops a powerful reminder: sometimes the hardest convo… is the one you need to have with yourself.

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just trying to show up better in your relationships, this episode will give you the clarity you need—and a toolkit you’ll keep coming back to.

🎧 Listen now and save this one—you’ll want it in your back pocket for the next time things get tough.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

What does it take to live an adventurous, purpose-driven life—and still stay deeply connected to who you really are? In this powerful episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari sits down with Waldemar Franco—award-winning boutique hotel entrepreneur, lifelong adventurer, and the creator of Find Your Wild Flow.

Waldemar has spent decades guiding whitewater expeditions, climbing mountains, and building trust-driven businesses around the globe. But his real mastery? Blending bold adventure with deep alignment.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Why congruence is Waldemar’s non-negotiable for leadership and life
How trust—both in others and in your own intuition—shapes your path
The difference between routines and rituals (and why it matters)
The key to creating a joyful, non-negotiable movement practice
His philosophy on discomfort, vulnerability, and building resilience

This conversation is a must-listen for leaders, creatives, and anyone who wants to live more boldly, connect more deeply, and design a life that aligns with who they really are.

🔗 Links:

Find Your Wild Flow – The Book https://www.amazon.com/Find-Your-WIld-Flow-Transform/dp/B0DZRGJQ1C
Connect with Waldemar: https://wildflowmethod.com/

@wildflow.method | Waldemar Franco Personal IG

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We’ve all done it — made a mistake, promised ourselves it would never happen again… and then bam, we’re right back in the same pattern. 😩

In this solo episode, Kari breaks down the real reasons we keep making the same frustrating mistakes and what to do about it.

🔥 What you'll hear:

The 3 big traps that keep you stuck in mistake-mode
Why 70% of people repeat their mistakes — and how to not be one of them
A powerful strategy called the "Implementation Intention" that helps you follow through
The difference between guilt and shame — and why it matters for your growth
Coaching-style questions you can ask yourself right now to get unstuck

Whether it’s in your leadership, relationships, or everyday habits — this episode gives you the tools to finally break the cycle.

Key Quote: "Mistakes are not who you are — they’re data. Use them."

💡 If you're ready to level up your self-mastery and create better outcomes faster, this one’s for you.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

In this solo episode, host Kari Schneider takes us into the world of self-talk—that subtle (or sometimes loud!) internal dialogue that shapes our emotions, behaviors, and ultimately, our results.

Sparked by earlier episodes on procrastination and the inner critic vs. champion, Kari pulls together research from experts like Kristin Neff, Ethan Kross, and Timothy Pychyl to show how self-talk influences everything from motivation to performance to emotional resilience.

💡 Key topics covered:

How to identify negative self-talk even when it’s unconscious.
Why critical self-talk increases procrastination by 25%.
How to reframe internal language to take bold action.
Simple strategies to turn your inner voice into your biggest ally.

🎯 Takeaway: When you intentionally shift your self-talk, you’re not just changing your mood—you’re building a foundation for consistent action, higher self-awareness, and true self-mastery.

If you’re committed to leadership, performance, and living empowered, this episode will change how you talk to yourself—starting today.

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

“Chatter” by Ethan Kross https://www.ethankross.com/
Self-compassion work by Kristin Neff https://self-compassion.org/
Procrastination research by Timothy Pychyl https://carleton.ca/psychology/people/timothy-a-pychyl/
Self-awareness studies by Tasha Eurich https://www.tashaeurich.com/

Episode 354: Champion it. Challenge it. To Get the Best Results https://bit.ly/ChampionIt-ChallengeIt-BestResults-ETP-Spotify

🎧 Tune in now and start changing the conversation in your head.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

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In this solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider shares a powerful reframe on a concept we often misunderstand — discipline. Drawing from her own entrepreneurial journey and years of coaching high performers, Kari explores why true freedom only comes when we have structure, systems, and boundaries in place.

Key topics in this episode:

Why Kari turned down medical school to start her business — and how it nearly crushed her sense of freedom
The hidden cost of having no discipline: decision fatigue, scattered priorities, and burnout
The 3 critical elements of disciplined freedom:
- Structure – your foundation for clarity
- Systems – your path to sustainable momentum
- Boundaries – your protection from distractions
- Why motivation will never save you, but momentum will
- How to identify the real reason you feel overwhelmed (hint: it’s not the work)

Powerful analogy: Discipline is like the yellow line on the highway — it’s what makes the journey feel safe, focused, and free.

Whether you're buried in emails, juggling too many priorities, or just want your brain space back — this episode gives you a practical lens to reclaim control.

🔗 Take action: Choose one area of your life where you’re feeling reactive — and apply structure, systems, or boundaries to get your freedom back.

🎧 Tune in and share it with someone who needs to feel free again.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Strength of Belief & Caveman Delegation with Dallas Burnett

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider sits down with the multi-talented Dallas Burnett — bestselling author of Move, Lift, and Caveman Delegation, founder of Think Move & Thrive, and a speaker whose career has taken him from patenting water tech to speaking at the Pentagon.

Dallas opens up about what it takes to follow through on wildly different ideas, how to trust your gut when you're not sure of the path, and why grit without belief will never be enough. From seven years of failed patent attempts to building a publishing company and coaching performance teams, Dallas shares the real stories behind his wins — and the lessons you can apply to your own leadership journey.

We cover:

Why most people give up too early — and how to know when it’s worth pushing through
The dangerous myths of delegation (and the surprisingly simple fix)
Why burnout isn’t caused by stress — and what’s really missing
His 4-step “Caveman Delegation” method that makes letting go actually work
How AI is actually transforming leadership and performance
Plus: Enneagram insights, entrepreneurial grit, and the key to keeping your belief strong when everything flops

Key Takeaway:
If you don’t deeply believe in what you’re doing, don’t bother. But if you do? Prepare to go all in.

Resources Mentioned:
🛒 Caveman Delegation — https://www.thinkmovethrive.com/caveman-delegation/
📲 Connect with Dallas on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dallasburnett/
🌐 Learn more at Think Move & Thrive

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider
👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more
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The Leadership Blind Spot That’s Costing You More Than You Know

Leaders make one costly mistake over and over: they polish broken systems.
In this episode, Kari Schneider shows you how to tell if you’re facing a harmless refinement or a high-impact red flag that demands urgent action.

With stories from real business transformations, jaw-dropping stats, and her 3-step “Red Flag Radar” method, you’ll learn how to:

Diagnose problems without wasting months (or millions)
Avoid the 70% failure rate of most “improvement” projects
Stop energy leaks before they crush morale and profitability
If you want to protect your resources and make changes that actually move the needle — in business, relationships, and life — this episode is your non-negotiable listen.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Business_process_re-engineering

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Six_Sigma

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"You can’t be in performance mode all the time… unless your goal is burnout."

In this solo episode, Kari pulls back the curtain on a quiet epidemic: burnout in high performers. While everything may look "successful" on the outside, many high-performing leaders and professionals are running on fumes behind the scenes.

What You’ll Learn:

The crucial difference between a high performer and a high achiever (and why it matters)
The internal shift that helps avoid burnout while still crushing your goals
Real-life red flags: behavioral, physical, emotional, and cognitive signs of hidden burnout
Stories from Olympic athletes, top executives, and Kari’s own experience with pushing too hard
3 powerful reframes to start feeling progress, peace, and purpose again

📌 Whether you're a founder, leader, or relentless go-getter, this episode will help you spot the burnout signs before they cost you your health, relationships, or impact.

👉 Listen now and share it with someone who really needs to hear this!

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Are you falling into the delegation trap? You hand it off. It seems handled. But weeks—or months—later, it turns out it’s a total mess. Sound familiar?

In this episode, Kari Schneider unpacks why even well-intentioned delegation can go sideways—and shares a powerful, research-backed 1-2-3 framework that helps leaders delegate smarter. Whether you're leading a team, managing a household, or running a business, this framework helps you know when to step back, when to stay close, and how often to check in.

🧠 Learn:

The 3 biggest delegation pitfalls: unclear expectations, poor risk assessment, and neglected follow-up.
A quadrant-based system that helps you assess risk + resources before assigning a task.
Real-world stories of delegation gone wrong—and what would have prevented disaster.
How to shift from “I should’ve done it myself” to empowered, scalable leadership.
This framework is what research supports
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8144810/
- https://medium.com/disruptive-leaders-journal/understanding-the-impact-delegation-framework-and-raci-a9ab0bb4192a
- https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Delegation-frequency-and-desired-vs-perceived-risk-level-of-principals-Panel-A_fig2_337740336

✨Plus: Get Kari’s top tip for choosing the right follow-up cadence—so you avoid micromanaging without dropping the ball.

This is your go-to guide to effective, confident, and empowering delegation.

📢 Share this episode with anyone who's growing a team or scaling their leadership.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

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In this solo episode, Kari tackles a challenge that plagues even the most driven leaders — procrastination. But it's not what you think. It’s not about time management or laziness — it's an emotional trap that quietly sabotages your progress.

Kari breaks down:

The surprising science behind why we delay important actions
The true cost of procrastination (hint: it's deeper than missed deadlines)
The 3D Detox: Disrupt, Decide, Design — a practical system to get moving again
The link between procrastination and self-trust
How to shift your emotional state to reclaim momentum and confidence

If you've been stuck, stalled, or just “waiting for the right moment,” this episode will reframe everything.

Key Takeaway:
Procrastination isn't about what you're avoiding — it's about what you're feeling. Master your emotions, and you’ll master your follow-through.

🔗 Want more? Join the Empowered Team Mastermind to create momentum with real accountability and support.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

What does it take to exit your business with style, grace, and more money? In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider sits down with business transition expert John Martinka, known as “The Escape Artist,” to explore the world of small business exits, mergers, and acquisitions.

With over 30 years in the buy-sell space, John shares what most business owners get wrong when trying to sell, how to dramatically increase the value of a company before an exit, and why your business might be “too dependent on you” to ever sell well.

We dive into:

Why 70% of business owners want to exit… but few actually do
The single biggest mistake that will slash your business’s value
How to prepare your company for sale years in advance
Why AI will never replace relationship-based roles like John’s
The myth of the “special snowflake” business
Real talk on Gen Z, job markets, and legacy

John also opens up about his personal philosophy for success (spoiler: it involves being “aggressive, shameless, faster and edgy”) and the life-changing work he leads in Antigua & Barbuda.

🔗 Mention this podcast to get a free e-copy of John’s book: Exit with Style, Grace, and More Money

This is a must-listen for founders, CEOs, and leaders who care about optimizing their life’s work — not just running a business, but building a legacy.

🤔 Want to know more about John? Check him out here: https://www.martinkaconsulting.com/

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

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In this thought-provoking solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider dives into a powerful leadership paradox: why embracing both your inner champion and devil’s advocate is the key to high-stakes decision-making, resilient confidence, and empowered leadership.

🌉 Through a vivid parable and practical strategies, you’ll discover:

How to challenge ideas without spiraling into self-doubt.
Why belief without testing leads to failure—and how to avoid it.
Tools to self-regulate and stay clear under pressure.
How to create a culture that fosters innovation and accountability.

You’ll walk away with practical tips to:

Tap into emotional agility
Make bolder, smarter decisions
Cultivate high-performing, psychologically safe teams

🎧 Whether you're leading a business, a team, or your own life—this episode is your bridge between vision and reality. Listen now and master the art of leading with both heart and strategy.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more

👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

Curiosity isn’t just a personality trait. It’s the currency of leadership influence in today’s uncertain world.

In this solo episode, Kari unpacks why curiosity is a game-changer in a VUCA world (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) and how you can harness it to fuel innovation, strengthen connection, and build trust in every part of your life and leadership.

You’ll discover:

The 3 elements of powerful curiosity: Compassionate, Intelligent, and Creative
How curiosity boosts psychological safety and elevates team performance
The science behind leadership multipliers (yes, it’s research-backed)
Real-world ways to make your conversations more impactful
Courageous questions that can shift the entire room

Plus, Kari shares the true story of a leadership meeting she completely transformed by ditching the slides and leading with one bold question.

Whether you’re running a team or navigating tough conversations at home, this episode gives you the mindset and tools to lead with presence, not persuasion.

💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider

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In this empowering solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider unpacks one of the most requested leadership topics: Confidence and why most of us are doing it wrong.

Using humor, a deeply relatable (and slightly humbling) story about weed-eating 😅, and the psychology behind the Dunning-Kruger effect, Kari breaks down the real journey of confidence from overconfidence and the Valley of Despair to sustainable self-belief.

You’ll learn:

Why knowledge alone doesn’t lead to true confidence
How overconfidence keeps you “stranded on Mount Stupid”
The 5 key elements that create lasting, humble confidence
What “cross-confidence” is and how to use it when you're in a new zone
Why serving others might be the ultimate confidence hack

This episode is a must-listen for leaders, entrepreneurs, and growth-minded individuals ready to shift from shaky self-doubt to solid self-trust.

🔑 Key takeaway: Confidence isn’t something you “get” it’s something you create.

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In this powerful episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider sits down with executive coach and leadership mentor Valarie Sandjivy, founder of Ellipsus. With over 20 years of experience coaching C-suite leaders and entrepreneurs, Valarie offers a rare glimpse into the inner world of high-performing leaders.

Together, they explore:

Why “it’s lonely at the top” and how to find space for your own evolution.
The true role of emotional intelligence in hitting key performance outcomes.
What “emotional mastery” really means — and how it helps leaders hold more without burning out.
Why innovation starts with the inner game.
How to shift from survival mode to possibility thinking.
The overlooked power of presence and the subtle difference between fighting and surrendering.

Valarie shares personal stories, bold truths, and a surprisingly grounded approach to leadership that challenges conventional hustle culture. Whether you’re leading a business, a team, or just your own life — this conversation will expand what you think is possible.

🎯 Key takeaway: The most powerful leaders are not the ones who do more — they’re the ones who can hold more with clarity, calm, and emotional coherence.

Take Valarie’s FREE Leadership Assessment: https://www.ellips.us.com/quiz

Connect with Valarie:

Website:https://www.ellips.us.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesandjivy/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valarie_sandjivy/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/valarie.sandjivy

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In this solo episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider issues a heartfelt and powerful call for presence. In a world dominated by tech, AI, and endless distractions, why do we feel more disconnected than ever before?

She explores why presence is the most critical leadership skill today and how it fuels trust, creativity, and authentic connection.

You’ll learn the 4 dimensions of presence that top leaders and extraordinary humans use to inspire, influence, and connect on a deeper level:

Connection
Calm
Captivated attention
Curiosity

This episode is for leaders, parents, partners anyone who wants to show up more powerfully in their life. With real-life stories, scientific insights (like social presence theory and mirror neurons), and simple practices you can start today, this is your guide to cultivating meaningful impact in a noisy world.

🎧 Don’t miss this one - your presence could be your greatest legacy.

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In this solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider reveals the five non-negotiable habits she commits to every single morning, no matter the time zone, weather, or environment. Whether she’s in a cabin by a frozen lake or traveling internationally, these core practices set the foundation for her mental clarity, physical energy, and laser-sharp focus.

Kari dives deep into how these morning habits from hydration to daylight exposure to brain-fueling nutrition, create a domino effect for peak performance. She also shares personal stories of sleep struggles, circadian rhythm mistakes, and how science-backed strategies have helped her and her clients build unshakable energy.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

How to ditch the alarm clock dread and wake up with natural energy
Why early daylight is your secret weapon for mental clarity and better sleep
The underestimated power of movement first thing in the morning
What your brain is desperately craving before breakfast
Supplements Kari swears by for cognitive performance and recovery

Take what works, leave what doesn’t but build a morning routine that’s so good, you’ll keep doing it on holidays.

📌 This one’s for you if you’re a: High performer, heart-led leader, or anyone craving calm, clarity, and confidence to lead the day.

Listen now and start creating your morning magic before 8am! 🌅

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In this solo episode, Kari unpacks the Motivational Triad - a powerful psychological model explaining why we avoid things we want to do.

We’re wired to avoid pain, seek pleasure, and stay comfortable. But here's the twist: that wiring often sabotages our goals, habits, and even our identities.

Kari shares:

How our brain’s default setting creates resistance—even to the things we love
The effort paradox and why pleasure isn’t enough to motivate us
What “activation energy” is and how to lower it to make change easier
Why values and identity are the real keys to overriding your brain’s ancient programming
Real-life strategies to set up “easy wins” and overcome resistance in your daily life

This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling stuck, procrastinating on goals, or craving greater consistency in the areas that matter most.

Key takeaway:
Your brain is doing what it's designed to do. But when you understand the Motivational Triad and lower the activation energy, you take the power back.

Subscribe and listen now!

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This week on The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari is joined by one of the most sought-after leadership experts in North America—Steven Gaffney, CEO of The Steven Gaffney Company and author of Unconditional Power.

With 30+ years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies and organizations ranked #1 in their industries, Steven reveals what it actually takes to build consistently high-achieving teams.

They dig deep into:

Why emotional safety is the #1 leadership skill (and why most leaders miss it)
The real problem with “honest communication” — it’s not what you think
A 9-step formula to have difficult conversations that actually move the needle
Why psychological safety isn’t enough — and what emotional safety looks like in action
How leaders accidentally train people to lie to them (and how to reverse it)

Plus: why AI is not your enemy in leadership, how to rebuild team norms even after years of dysfunction, and the crossover lessons that can transform not just your team—but your marriage, too.

🎁 BONUS: Listen in to hear how to get a FREE digital copy of Steven’s book Just Be Honest and access his AI-powered leadership tool for building elite teams.

www.StevenGaffney.com

www.JustBeHonest.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevengaffneycompany/

https://www.instagram.com/stevengaffneydc/

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Saying no shouldn't come with guilt — but for high-achievers and people-pleasers, it often does.

In this episode, Kari breaks down five powerful, practical ways to say no with clarity, integrity, and connection — without sacrificing relationships or self-respect.

Learn how to:

Break the cycle of burnout and resentment
Set boundaries that build trust (yes, really!)
Spot a “dirty yes” before it drains you
Deliver a “no” with empathy, strength, and leadership
Preserve your energy while deepening your influence

Featuring real coaching insights and Kari’s personal take on the strategies that work best, this episode is for anyone ready to reclaim their time, energy, and power — without being the bad guy.

👉 Listen now and start saying no in ways that align with who you truly are!

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We’ve all heard the phrase: “It’s just business.”

But in this episode, Kari blows the lid off this outdated myth—and exposes how suppressing emotions in leadership isn’t just cold... it’s costly.

Drawing from over 20 years in business and coaching high-performance leaders, Kari unpacks:

The hidden emotional labor leaders carry every day.
Why suppressing emotion leads to poor decisions & burnout.
How empathy and emotional intelligence increase trust, retention & innovation.
How to strategically bring emotion into business (without drama or unprofessionalism).

💡 Plus: Real-world stories—from grand openings to firing fears, and even a hard business deal with her father—that reveal the emotional weight behind every major business move.

Key Takeaway:
Business is emotional because people are emotional. When you stop pretending and start leading with emotional intelligence, everything changes—for the better.

Perfect for: Founders, CEOs, leaders, and changemakers who want to lead with integrity, clarity, and purpose in the modern business world.

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In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider welcomes Manny Fiteni, founder of Mind Growth 360 and a leadership transformation expert from Australia. With over 35 years of experience leading teams of up to 300 people, Manny has seen firsthand why most managers fail — and how real leadership is cultivated from the inside out.

Together, they explore:

The difference between managing and leading (and why most get it wrong)
Manny’s 3 core pillars: Environment, True Leadership, and Mind Congruency
How subconscious programming silently sabotages managers
The top 11 traits of high-performing leaders — and how to spot them
Why storytelling is one of the most underused superpowers in leadership

Whether you're leading a team or leading yourself, this episode delivers hard-earned wisdom, mindset shifts, and frameworks to elevate how you influence others — and grow from the inside out.

🧠 Mentioned in the episode:

MindGrowthCorporation.com – Manny’s hub for leadership and performance tools
Mind Growth 360 – A personal development platform designed to elevate leaders
Connect with Manny on LinkedIn or Instagram for ongoing insights.

🎧 Ready to lead differently? Press play.

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In this solo episode, Kari Schneider, life strategist and host of the Empowered Team Podcast, dives deep into a question every leader faces: Do I need a fresh start… or is it time to let go?

You'll discover:

What the Fresh Start Effect really is (backed by psychology!),
How unrealistic expectations sabotage even the best goals,
A 3-part framework to reboot your momentum with clarity and courage,
And the real reason we get stuck after a failure — and how to turn it into your next breakthrough.

Whether you're chasing a business goal, personal transformation, or a bold new vision, this episode gives you the tools to reflect, reframe, and recommit.

🎯 If the goal still lights you up — it’s not over. It’s time to start again, but smarter. Tune in and empower your next step!

Resources: https://psychologycompass.com/blog/reaching-goals/

Supporting podcast Episode #123 How to Make Hard Easy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mindset-monday-how-to-make-hard-easy/id1439022418?i=1000512171116

In this high-impact solo episode, leadership expert and life strategist Kari Schneider drops a truth bomb: your future isn’t waiting for you—it’s being built right now.

Through the powerful Triple Vision Framework—Now, Next, Far—Kari reveals how presence is your greatest superpower. From endurance races to personal setbacks, she shares raw stories that prove one thing: you can’t reach what’s next until you master what’s now.

You'll discover:
✔ How chasing the future can rob you of progress
✔ The real reason dissatisfaction keeps you stuck
✔ Why tiny daily actions create unshakable momentum
✔ The mindset shift that turns pressure into purpose

✨ This episode is your reset button.

If you're ready to ditch overwhelm and finally move forward, it starts here.

Master your NOW—and everything else will follow.

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In this solo episode, host Kari Schneider dives into one of the most overlooked leadership landmines: misaligned definitions of success.

You may think you’re winning, but if your team, partner, or client doesn’t see it that way, you’re headed for disconnection and disappointment.

Kari shares personal stories (including a behind-the-scenes team mishap) and examples from high-level leaders and relationships to show just how sneaky this misalignment can be.

You’ll walk away with a powerful 5-step framework to get crystal clear on success, not just for yourself, but with anyone you collaborate with. Because when everyone defines it together, you actually win together.

In this episode:

Why your hard work might not be landing
The one thing most people forget to do when starting a project or having a “deep” conversation
The difference between assumptions vs. agreements
The 5 steps to define and align on success
Real-life misalignment examples in work, relationships, parenting, and entrepreneurship

🎯 Key takeaway: If you want real success, define it together.

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Is your career path more of a winding road than a clear ladder?

Great news: you're exactly where you need to be.

Today, Kari Schneider is joined by Desiree Goldey, the Director of Marketing & Culture at ZRG and an expert in talent and leadership development.

Desiree’s own journey is a testament to embracing the messy, non-linear path to purpose and leadership.

Desiree boldly shares how abruptly leaving her first toxic marketing job (box in hand!) kickstarted an unexpected yet fulfilling 20-year career.

Her unusual journey—from marketing to bartending, hospitality, consumer foods, and finally, recruiting—shows the incredible power of embracing the twists and turns.

In this compelling episode, you’ll explore:

Why a non-linear career can lead directly to your purpose and fulfillment.
Key leadership traits for the modern workplace—empathy, authenticity, clarity, and courage.
How artificial intelligence is impacting jobs—particularly in recruiting—and the critical human traits that AI can't replace.
How to strategically position yourself as indispensable in an AI-driven world.

Desiree also challenges conventional thinking around what it takes to lead effectively today, sharing powerful advice:

“Don’t shrink yourself to make others comfortable.”

If you're ready to leverage your unique path and stand out in a changing professional landscape, this episode is your next step forward!

Episode Highlights:

Embracing your values to find your purpose
Recognizing red flags and must-have traits in leadership
Jobs at risk with AI advancement—and what you can do about it

👉 Connect with Desiree Goldey:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/desireegoldey
BlueSky: @dobetterpeople
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recruiter_gold/
WeAre8: @Dgoldey

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In this solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider tackles a challenge every high-performer faces but rarely talks about: chronic stress and burnout.

Are you stuck in survival mode? Feeling like you’ve been powering through for so long that burnout is now your baseline? Kari reveals how chronic stress hijacks your brain, drains your vitality, and derails your decision-making—and most importantly, how to reclaim your energy, clarity, and performance power.

She introduces the 3 R's Framework:

Restore your thriving baseline
Reframe your perspective for empowered performance
Recover with micro and macro resets that fuel resilience

Kari shares personal stories, practical strategies, and brain-based insights that will help you spot the signs of burnout and take back your mental and emotional bandwidth.

This episode is for leaders and high-achievers who are ready to stop coping and start thriving.

🔑 Topics Covered:

How chronic stress rewires your brain and kills your performance
The signs of emotional dysregulation and decision fatigue
Practical recovery rituals to recharge your nervous system
Why reframing is your secret superpower
How to identify your “thriving baseline”—and return to it daily

🔥 “You’re not broken—your stress is a signal, not a sentence.”
Listen in and reclaim your leadership edge, your peace, and your performance.

➡️ Share this with someone who’s been carrying too much for too long.

Listen to our T.A.C.K. framework for Stress in episode 311: https://bit.ly/MasteringStress-TheTACKFramework-ETP-iTunes

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Resources on this topic:

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/understanding-the-stress-response

https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/effects-of-stress-on-your-body

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-yerkes-dodson-law-2796027

https://psychcentral.com/stress/our-brain-on-stress-forgetful-emotional

📚 Special Episode: Chapter Sneak Peek from The Human Algorithm

In this special edition of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider shares a full chapter from her newly released book, The Human Algorithm: Leadership and Ethics in the AI Era, co-authored with Alejandro Dabdoub. This isn't just theory — it's a transformational lens on leadership as AI becomes part of everyday life.

In this episode, Kari reveals:

The 4 Levels of Leadership for thriving in the AI age
How AI will amplify your leadership — or expose your weaknesses
The critical role of self-leadership and values-based decision-making
Personal stories and real-world examples to ground these insights

Whether you're wary of AI or already leveraging it, this episode will challenge, inspire, and empower you to lead with purpose and integrity.

🎧 Listen in and get a glimpse into what’s behind the book!

Grab our free guide “the 50 best AI prompts for executives” https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide

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Have you felt like you’re doing all the right things—setting goals, taking action, staying motivated—but something still isn’t clicking? Welcome to what I call the Miserable Maybe—the frustrating space between knowing what you want and actually getting there. It is NOT the Messy Middle.

The “messy middle” means the messy chaotic action is happening and forward momentum is starting. The “miserable maybe” is more like spinning your wheels.

In this episode, we dive deep into:

✔️ Why your hidden values might be sabotaging your success (without you realizing it)
✔️ How past patterns and "zombie programs" shape your decisions today
✔️ The #1 mistake high achievers make that keeps them trapped in struggle
✔️ A simple but powerful way to spot and break free from the Miserable Maybe!

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in a cycle of overworking without real progress—this episode is for you.

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What separates great leaders from the rest?

Chris Dyer, a top culture expert, leadership coach, and high-performance consultant, joins us to break it down.

In this episode, we explore:
✅ The surprising trait that makes entrepreneurs and CEOs stand out
✅ Why failure is a secret weapon (if you know how to use it)
✅ The moment Chris realized he had built the wrong culture—and how he fixed it
✅ The future of AI and why businesses that don’t adapt will be left behind
✅ How to lead through uncertainty and empower your team to take ownership

If you’re serious about growing as a leader and mastering change, this episode is a must-listen.

Find Chris on your favorite platform!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdyer7/

https://www.tiktok.com/@chrisdyer.com

https://www.instagram.com/chrispdyer7/

https://x.com/ChrisPDyer

https://chrisdyer.com/

https://www.facebook.com/chrispdyer7

https://youtu.be/NtgtkAoGgT4

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Your money mindset affects everything—how you earn, save, and spend. But what if you could make financial decisions with zero stress and full confidence?

In this episode, Kari Schneider shares 3 powerful strategies to shift your money mindset so you can:
✅ Make aligned financial choices—without guilt or second-guessing.
✅ Overcome scarcity thinking and step into an abundant mindset.
✅ Pre-decide your financial moves so you stop feeling overwhelmed.

Plus, Kari shares personal insights (including a surprising lesson from a pair of Crocs 🩴) and the critical mindset shift that changed her relationship with money forever.

Tune in now and start mastering your money mindset today!

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In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, we sit down with Ishali Mulchandani—CPA and powerhouse CFO with expertise spanning Canada, the U.S., and the U.K.

She’s on a mission to help business owners master their numbers, protect their cash flow, and stop overpaying on taxes.

Here’s what we dive into:

✅ The biggest financial leaks draining your profits—and how to stop them.
✅ Why so many business owners ask, “Where’s my profit?” (and the answer that changes everything).
✅ Common tax write-offs people miss (yes, you’re probably paying more than you need to!).
✅ How small shifts in pricing and payment terms can double your bottom line.
✅ Why financial fear is keeping you stuck—and how to break free.

Ishali shares real-world examples of business owners transforming their financial game, plus the mindset shifts that take you from financial stress to financial freedom.

👉 Want to connect with Ishali? Check her out on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ishalimulchandani?
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You’ve got big goals. A vision. A place you want to be. But then, like quicksand, you get stuck in the question: How do I do this? Welcome to the tyranny of how—a silent killer of progress, momentum, and dreams.

In this episode, Kari Schneider breaks down why “how” is often the wrong question and what to ask instead.

She introduces the concept of Triple Vision (now, next, and far vision) and reveals why most people get paralyzed at the “next” step. You’ll also learn:

✅ Why overthinking and perfectionism are keeping you from real success
✅ How the “middle finger” (yes, really) is the key to growth
✅ The surprising science behind happiness and how it relates to your biggest goals
✅ Three actionable steps to break free from analysis paralysis and start moving

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next step, this episode is a must-listen. The path to success is clearer than you think—you just need to take the first step.

Listen to a blast from the past - Episode 132 Triple Vision: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/triple-vision/id1439022418?i=1000521065996

What holds you back from stepping into your full potential? Confidence is the key, and yet, most of us unknowingly sabotage it.

In this powerful conversation, Gaëlle Deschamps, executive coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of G Force, breaks down:

✅ The 17 Confidence Killers—and why 16 of them are self-inflicted 😳
✅ Why women opt out of leadership—and how to change it
✅ The hidden power of sports and competition in shaping leaders
✅ Why confidence isn’t arrogance—but a game-changing leadership skills
✅ How men can support women in leadership and benefit from it

If you're a driven founder, leader, or high performer looking to expand your impact and lead with confidence, this episode is a must-listen!

🔗 Connect with Gaëlle:
🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ga%C3%ABlledeschampsleadershipcoach?
🔹 Chateau IG: https://www.instagram.com/chateaudevezins?
🔹 Reach out: gaelle@gforceco.co.uk
🔹 TEDxTalk YouTube Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cma9Y1V9qQg

In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari dives into the concept of hidden values—the subconscious beliefs that shape your decisions, often without you realizing it.

While you may consciously value things like peace, freedom, or connection, hidden values such as control, suffering, or self-righteousness might actually be dictating your actions.

Kari explains how to identify hidden values by recognizing self-sabotaging patterns and moments of emotional intensity.

She also discusses how these hidden values create inner conflicts that pull you away from your goals. By bringing these values into the light, you can release them and realign your life with your true values.

Key Takeaways:
✅ How hidden values show up in your actions and decisions
✅ The impact of hidden values on self-sabotage and inner conflict
✅ Practical steps to uncover and release these invisible forces

Don’t let hidden values run your life! Tune in and take back control of your future.

Have you ever experienced a conversation that's gone completely sideways—causing tension, misunderstandings, and damaged rapport? We’ve all been there, and we know how much it can negatively affect our happiness, productivity, and even our bottom line.

In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider delivers powerful strategies to rescue relationships and repair damaged rapport, so you can experience deeper connections, stronger collaborations, and exponential growth.

Listen in as Kari reveals:

The top 10 "Rapport Ruiners" to avoid at all costs.
The 3 crucial steps you need to effectively repair broken rapport.
The secret sauce that makes all rapport repair efforts genuinely effective and lasting.

Whether it's strained communication with your coworkers, tension at home, or challenging conversations with your team—discover how to move from awkwardness and frustration to trust, clarity, and deeper understanding.

Get ready to stop relationship wreckage in its tracks and create the connected, impactful relationships essential for your business growth, personal happiness, and overall fulfillment.

🎧 Podcast Links Mentioned in Episode:

Do I Owe You an Apology Episode Link: https://bit.ly/DoIOweYouAnApology-ETP-iTunes

Tune in now, your relationships (and your future self!) will thank you!

Have you ever reached a milestone only to feel like something essential is missing? In this episode, we dive deep into the trap of false proxies, those easy-to-measure numbers that look great on paper but can steer you away from your true goals.

I share personal insights and real-life examples on how chasing metrics like a weight on the scale, a fancy job title, or social media likes might distract you from what genuinely matters.

Discover practical tips to:

• Spot the Red Flags: Understand why those flashy numbers might be a trap.
• Align with Your Values: Learn how to set goals that reflect your true self.
• Measure What Counts: Mix and match metrics to track real progress in life and leadership.

Tune in to get the clarity you need to redefine success on your own terms and live a life that’s truly empowered. 🎧

AI is revolutionizing business, but are you leading with integrity in this new landscape?

In this special episode of What’s Working Now with Katie Richardson, we dive deep into how AI is reshaping leadership, the ethical challenges it presents, and the mindset shifts CEOs must embrace to navigate this era effectively.

Here’s what we cover:
✅ The AI revolution in leadership—what every CEO needs to know.
✅ Ethical AI integration—how to harness AI without losing the human touch.
✅ Costly mistakes leaders are making with AI—and how to sidestep them.
✅ Why AI should be trained like a strategic team member, not just a tool.
✅ Self-mastery—the secret to leading effectively in an AI-driven world.

Leaders who ignore AI risk falling behind—but those who embrace it ethically will thrive. If you want to stay ahead of the curve and lead with confidence in an AI-driven future, this episode is a must-listen.

P.S. We also explore insights from my new book, The Human Algorithm: Leadership and Ethics in the AI Era, where I break down how leaders can navigate AI with clarity, purpose, and integrity.

In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider explores the often-overlooked leadership skill of apologizing – and why it’s essential for building trust, deepening relationships, and mastering self-awareness.

With personal stories, actionable insights, and a practical 4-step apology framework, Kari helps you navigate those tricky moments when tension is in the air, but you're unsure why. Whether at work, at home, or in your closest relationships, understanding the art of a sincere apology can transform the way you lead and connect.

You’ll learn:

How to recognize the subtle signs that an apology may be needed.
Why your gut check is the ultimate accountability tool.
The exact words to use when offering or receiving an apology.
How to avoid the pitfalls of insincere apologies and defensiveness.

Ready to enhance your relationships and leadership? Tune in now! 🎧

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In today’s episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, we’re challenging the traditional approach to goal-setting and uncovering why big goals might actually be holding you back.

We often set ambitious targets, believing they’ll drive motivation and success. But in reality, big goals can create unrealistic expectations, fleeting satisfaction, and a frustrating cycle of progress and setbacks. Instead of focusing on the finish line, we explore the power of systems over outcomes—a shift that fosters consistency, growth, and long-term success.

Key Takeaways from this Episode:
🎯 Big Goals vs. Sustainable Progress – Why setting massive goals can create pressure and hinder real growth.
📸 Beyond the Achievement High – The problem with tying happiness to the end result instead of the journey.
🛠️ The Systems-First Approach – How focusing on daily habits and processes leads to lasting success.

This episode is a must-listen if you’re ready to break free from the cycle of setting goals that lead to burnout and start creating a framework for continuous improvement.

If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs a new approach to success. Your ratings and reviews help us reach more people who are ready to make meaningful changes.

Until next time—progress is in the process. Keep growing!

Start your 2025 with a burst of inspiration! In this episode, Kari Schneider dives deep into her personal journey of resilience, sharing how she overcame debilitating health challenges to regain her strength and confidence.

Whether you're chasing ambitious goals or recovering from a tough setback, this episode offers practical insights and unshakeable motivation to keep going.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

Why unwavering belief is your superpower when facing challenges.
The mindset shifts that turn failure into a stepping stone.
Simple strategies to keep moving forward, even when progress feels impossible.

Perfect for leaders, high performers, and anyone ready to conquer their dreams, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you stay motivated and resilient throughout 2025.

🎧 Listen now and start your year empowered!

In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider engages with Katie Richardson, a visionary entrepreneur and business coach celebrated for building a multimillion-dollar business and helping leaders elevate their game.

Katie shares her inspiring story of growing her brand from scratch, balancing life as a mother of four, and working in partnership with her husband.

Listeners will gain insights into Katie’s 'Vital Framework'—a proven strategy for identifying and addressing the root causes of business challenges, fostering team alignment, and leading with integrity.

This episode is perfect for leaders and entrepreneurs who want to optimize their decision-making, strengthen partnerships, and create a sustainable path to success.

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"Everything you ever wanted is on the other side of fear." – George Adair

In this empowering episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider dives deep into understanding, harnessing, and transforming fear. As we approach a new year full of possibilities, Kari challenges us to face our fears head-on and see them as signals for growth rather than barriers. Drawing from personal experiences, client stories, and even lessons from sports, she unpacks actionable steps to turn fear into a tool for success.

Key Takeaways:1. Fear as a Signal, Not a Stop Sign: Fear isn't an enemy but a signal that you're pushing the boundaries of your comfort zone. Embrace it as a guide. 2. Understand Fear: Learn how your brain's amygdala triggers fear, often overreacting to perceived threats. Recognize it for what it is—a survival mechanism. 3. Harness Fear's Energy: Use fear-induced physiological changes (like heightened focus and adrenaline) as fuel to sharpen your performance. 4. Transform Fear into Growth: Step outside your comfort zone and activate your brain's prefrontal cortex, enabling adaptability and creativity. 5. Reframe Fear as a Worthy Opponent: Like athletes facing challenging competitors, respect your fear as a catalyst for learning and growth.

Practical Applications:* Public speaking anxiety? Break it down into small, actionable steps like practicing with friends. * Afraid of feedback? Use active listening and actionable steps to shift from defense to growth. * Facing big decisions? Break them into manageable parts and seek diverse perspectives.

Start 2025 strong with Kari Schneider’s signature Triple Threat Planning system, featured on the Empowered Team Podcast. This episode equips you with a 5-step method to turn your vision into reality:

Set clear goals: Identify your top 1-3 priorities.
Establish milestones: Map out key steps to achieve your objectives.
Define actions: Break milestones into practical, manageable tasks.
Build accountability: Share your goals and track progress with others.
Schedule and adapt: Plan effectively while staying flexible.

Using relatable examples, including her own book launch, Kari demonstrates how to align with your values, stay focused, and navigate challenges. Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or simply looking to make the most of the year ahead, this episode provides the tools and motivation you need.

👉 Access your free planning workbook in the show notes to kickstart your journey!

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In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider shares a powerful guide to closing out 2024 with clarity and purpose. With over 25 years of experience in personal growth and leadership coaching, Kari explains how reflection isn’t just a feel-good activity—it’s a scientifically backed tool to enhance your well-being, sharpen decision-making, and build self-esteem.

This episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiring stories, including Kari’s transformative experience in 1999 that shaped her future success. You’ll walk away with 10 proven questions (and bonus prompts!) to help you process your year, celebrate your wins, and set meaningful goals for 2025.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The Power of Reflection: Why reflecting on your past is essential for personal growth and alignment.
Celebrate and Learn: How to identify your biggest wins and most impactful lessons from 2024.
Plan for 2025: Tips for creating actionable goals rooted in gratitude and clarity.
Bonus Insights: Discover what three words will guide your new year and how to let go of beliefs that no longer serve you.

🎧 Why You’ll Love This Episode:

Backed by research on the benefits of reflection.
Engaging personal stories that inspire and motivate.
A free, downloadable workbook to make reflection simple and repeatable.

Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or someone ready to align with your goals, this episode will give you the tools to start 2025 with intention and focus.

👉 Listen now and grab the free reflection workbook: https://www.theempowered.ca/year-reflection-workbook-freebie

In this powerful episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider explores how to find happiness and contentment in every moment, even when life feels difficult or overwhelming. Drawing from her own experience overcoming a painful back injury that disrupted her ability to de-stress and enjoy life, Kari discusses the essential mindset shift that allows us to love the moment no matter the circumstances.

With insights inspired by Byron Katie’s transformative approach to questioning limiting beliefs, Kari walks listeners through practical ways to turn any situation into one of growth and self-compassion. Learn three essential questions that can help you dissolve stress, enhance emotional intelligence, and bring a deep sense of calm into daily life—especially helpful during the holiday season when expectations can lead to stress and frustration.

Key Takeaways:

How to transform negative thoughts and see challenging moments with a new perspective
Practical applications of mindfulness and self-compassion in leadership and personal life
A simple three-question framework to help you find inner peace, no matter the external pressures

Join Kari in exploring the real power of embracing each moment, and discover how mastering this skill can elevate your leadership, improve relationships, and bring joy to everyday life.

In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider explores the Fresh Start Effect, a psychological phenomenon that pushes us to take action on our goals during key milestones like New Year’s, birthdays, or even a change of seasons.

Through research-backed insights from scholars like Hengchen Dai and Katherine Milkman, Kari explains how these temporal landmarks help disassociate from past failures and motivate a clean slate mindset.

She shares a relatable personal story about her daughter’s friends experiencing a “fresh start” in high school and provides 3 actionable tips to help you capitalize on your fresh starts for lasting success.

Key Takeaways:

How temporal landmarks create psychological momentum.
How to harness the fresh start effect for new goals or long-term projects.
The importance of planning beyond the initial motivation to maintain consistency.

Whether you're planning for the New Year or your next personal milestone, this episode offers the tools to make those fresh starts work for you.

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.

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.

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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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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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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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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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

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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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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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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In this special re-air, we revisit a remarkable conversation with Melissa Humana-Paredes, recorded four years ago during the challenging times of the Covid pandemic. At that moment, Melissa was navigating the uncertainty of a postponed Olympics, yet her resilience and determination were unwavering.

Since then, Melissa’s journey has reached new heights, culminating in an Olympic silver medal. In this episode, she reflects on the challenges she faced, including the mindset required to stay focused, the obstacles of body image, and the unique influence of her athletic family background.

Whether you're an athlete, a leader, or someone overcoming personal challenges, Melissa’s story is a powerful source of inspiration. Tune in to discover the insights that propelled her to the top and learn how you can apply them to your own journey.

Want to know more about her? Check her out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissahumanaparedes/

In this special episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider shares her favorite breathing technique, a powerful practice incorporating Ujjayi breathing, belly breathing, an inhale and hold, and a long exhale.

This technique, requiring as few as three breaths, can refocus and rejuvenate your body, mind, and energy. It’s designed to help you relax, sleep better, gain greater focus and clarity, heal, and achieve an overall sense of balance and well-being. This is a crucial area we often forget to nurture, making this episode a must-listen for everyone.

Tune in to learn how to calm your sympathetic nervous system and promote parasympathetic activity for optimal health and performance.

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In this enlightening episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider addresses the chronic human issue of self-inflicted suffering. Kari discusses how negative self-talk, unrealistic expectations, and social comparisons contribute to our distress and offers practical solutions to alleviate these pains.

Listeners will gain insights into how our brain’s work, how to manage our internal environment, and how to accept pain and prevent suffering. Real-life stories and practical tips are shared, focusing on how to find peace, boost productivity, and enhance joy and purpose in life.

Key takeaway: Recognizing and addressing self-inflicted suffering can lead to greater emotional resilience and overall well-being. Don't miss out on learning how to take control of your thoughts and attitudes to live a more empowered life.

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Are you constantly feeling exhausted, undervalued, or losing your sense of self? It might be due to “people pleasing”. In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider delves into this widespread issue and provides practical solutions to overcome it.

Understanding People Pleasing: Learn what it is and why we do it.
Assertive Communication: Techniques for expressing needs and setting boundaries without guilt.
Practicing Saying No: Effective strategies for confidently declining requests.
Setting Healthy Boundaries: The importance of self-respect and maintaining personal boundaries.

Kari shares a compelling case study featuring Mathew, a high school teacher who struggled with people pleasing and found a way to prioritize his commitments.

Key takeaway: Embrace assertiveness to enhance your self-respect, improve relationships, and reduce stress… and ultimately feel more confident while congruently serving others.

Tune in to discover how you can stop people pleasing and start living more authentically.

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In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider interviews Dr. Keith Nichols, Medical Director and CEO of Tier 1 Health and Wellness. Dr. Nichols is a leading expert in testosterone replacement therapy and hormone optimization. He shares his extensive knowledge on the importance of hormone health for men over 40.

Key Topics Discussed:

The benefits of hormone optimization for longevity and health.
Challenges men face with declining testosterone levels and how to address them.
Practical steps to determine if hormone replacement therapy is needed.
The differences between testosterone injections and creams.
Real-life stories of men who’ve improved their health and vitality through optimized hormone levels.

Notable Quote: "Hormone optimization isn't just about boosting levels—it's about enhancing your quality of life and preventing disease."

Call to Action: Learn how to optimize your hormone levels and reclaim your health. Don't miss this episode filled with invaluable insights from Dr. Keith Nichols.

Find Dr Nichols here:

https://www.instagram.com/tier1hw/
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In this solo episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider dives into the concept of Present Bias, the cognitive tendency to prioritize immediate rewards over long-term goals. Kari explains how this bias can lead to procrastination and short-term thinking, negatively impacting both personal and professional growth. She shares compelling stories, including examples from business income patterns and late-night Netflix binges, to illustrate the impact of Present Bias.

Kari offers actionable strategies to overcome this bias, such as practicing delayed gratification, strengthening emotional connections to one's future self, and using commitment devices. She also highlights the importance of incremental progress tracking and reward substitution to align immediate actions with long-term objectives. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help listeners achieve sustainable success.

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In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider explores the crucial distinction between taking responsibility and self-blame. When problems arise in our quest for success, it's easy to fall into the trap of finger-pointing and self-criticism. Kari emphasizes the importance of a kinder approach that fosters collaboration, connection, and learning.

Key themes include:

The pitfalls of blaming others and self-blame
How self-blame hinders our progress and confidence
The benefits of taking responsibility in a compassionate way
Practical strategies for fostering a positive mindset and leadership

Join us to discover how to feel amazing and move forward confidently, even when mistakes happen.

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In this solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider explores the concept of reconnecting with the future you once envisioned for yourself. Kari shares inspiring stories from her own life, including her journey from aspiring singer to successful business owner and her transition to a life dedicated to changing more lives from anywhere in the world.

Key themes include:

Overcoming external factors and present bias that hinder our progress.
Reflecting on past goals to understand what shaped your current reality.
Strategies to align with your future self and take actionable steps toward your dreams.

Kari emphasizes the importance of being the person you want to become and doing what your future self would do. Tune in for a powerful episode that will reignite your passion and set you on the path to your desired future.

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Celebrate Our 300th Episode Re-Air!

How do you impact someone with your communication? How do you inspire who you are speaking with? How do you say your name so people are more likely to hear it? Dr. Laura Sicola can answer all of these questions to help you speak like a leader. As she says… “If you want to be seen as a leader, you have to sound like one”. Listen in to gain the tools to elevate your communication and connection.

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Ted Talk: Want to sound like a leader? Start by saying your name right | Laura Sicola

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Book: Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice

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Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice

Guest: Pericles Rellas, Mindset Expert and Program Leader

About the Guest: With over three decades of experience, Pericles Rellas has helped tens of thousands of people realize their fullest potential. Specializing in Money Mindset for the past 20 years, he empowers individuals to overcome limiting beliefs and achieve newfound freedom in their lives.

Main Themes:

Transforming limiting beliefs, particularly around money
The importance of dignity and truly listening to clients
Shifting societal values from wealth accumulation to balanced fulfillment
Personal resilience and growth after significant life challenges

Standout Stories: Pericles shares a profound personal story of overcoming grief and finding his path again after his husband ended their marriage via email while they lived in France. He emphasizes the importance of leaning on others, releasing negative emotions healthily, and learning from life’s tough lessons.

Key Takeaway: "Every single moment is an opportunity to choose." This empowering perspective can transform how we approach life's challenges and opportunities.

Listen to the episode to discover how to reset your financial thermostat and start living the life you deserve.

Check out his masterclass: https://www.periclesrellas.com/resetmasterclass

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In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider dives deep into the Achievement Fallacy, also known as impact bias. This psychological trap makes us believe that achieving certain milestones will bring greater emotional satisfaction than it actually does. Kari explores how this misconception can lead to poor decision-making and an overemphasis on specific goals, often neglecting other crucial areas of life.

Discover the three actionable steps to help you experience the emotional fulfillment you seek without having to wait for a particular achievement. By visualizing success, identifying the desired feelings, and incorporating those feelings into your daily life, you can enjoy the journey towards your goals more fully and live as your best self every day.

Key Takeaways:

Understand the Achievement Fallacy and its impact on your decision-making.
Learn how to visualize and identify the emotions tied to your goals.
Discover practical ways to experience those emotions now, enhancing your overall life satisfaction.

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In this solo episode, Kari Schneider dives deep into the concept of identifying "The One Thing" that can significantly impact every aspect of your life and career. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences and professional examples, Kari introduces a three-step process to help you pinpoint your most crucial priority: pain testing, future testing, and impact testing.

Main Themes:

Understanding the significance of focusing on a single priority
Three-step process to identify your 'one thing'
Personal stories illustrating the transformative power of focus

Key Takeaway:

By honing in on your most important priority, you can create a ripple effect that enhances all areas of your life. Discover your 'one thing' and watch as it positively impacts your health, relationships, and professional success.

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This episode of the Empowered Team Podcast features David Romero, a former U.S. Air Force Captain who has transformed his disciplined military life into a journey of mindfulness, yoga, and self-discovery. David discusses the pivotal role of presence, advocating for more downtime, stillness, and meditation as essentials for deep self-understanding. He emphasizes the power of loving all aspects of oneself and the importance of radical forgiveness.

David challenges listeners to stop projecting perfectionism, underlining the message that we are inherently perfect. He also highlights the significance of consciously redeveloping the communities we surround ourselves with. Drawing from both Eastern and Western philosophies, David offers a unique perspective on creating a balanced, mindful life.

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In this episode, Kari Schneider delves into the surprising ways that structure can bring more freedom and joy into our lives. Through personal anecdotes and practical examples, Kari explores how small changes in daily routines can lead to increased efficiency, better decision-making, and enhanced well-being.

Main themes include:

The power of morning routines.
How structured processes improve productivity and reduce stress.
The emotional benefits of having clear guidelines.
Practical tips for implementing structure in personal and professional life.

Highlighted benefits:

Structured processes can increase operational efficiency by 30% (Deloitte, 2022).
Using checklists in healthcare reduces surgical complications by 23% (BMJ Quality & Safety, 2019).

Key takeaway: Embracing structure can help you "have your own back," ensuring you are set up for success in all areas of life.

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In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Terez Rijkenberg, an acclaimed Executive Coach and Chief People Officer of Socium 10x, whose journey through the corporate world to the peaks of personal coaching unfolds profound truths about leadership, transformation, and self-acceptance.

Terez shares her unique perspective on the distinct approaches to coaching across gender lines, the pervasive nature of imposter syndrome, and the profound impact of a single thought change.

Listeners will gain insights into the future of executive coaching, the critical role of emotional resilience, and the significance of nurturing our internal environment.

Terez’s parting wisdom? A gentle reminder to extend kindness to ourselves in our pursuit of greatness.

Finder here at https://www.linkedin.com/in/terezrijkenberg/

In this solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider tackles the challenging topic of getting through the toughest times in life. Whether it's a business loss, family conflict, or the death of a loved one, Kari provides valuable insights and practical tools to help you navigate these periods.

Main Themes:

Understanding the stages of grief and common thoughts like "Why did this happen to me?" and "This doesn't make any sense."
How our thoughts contribute to our emotional state and practical steps to avoid getting stuck in the worst moments.
A four-step acronym to help you ask for what you need and move through tough times effectively.
Reframing and understanding our mental and emotional responses from an evolutionary perspective.

Key Takeaway:

What you're going through is exactly what you're supposed to be experiencing. Kari explains why we have these reactions and how to harness this energy to move forward.

Send this episode to someone who needs it.

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In this captivating episode, we're joined by Nate Zeleznick, a visionary in the realms of martial arts, meditation, and human optimization.

With over two decades of experience, Nate shares his incredible journey from pioneering a martial and energy art system in the U.S. to empowering some of the world's most influential figures. His story is filled with near-death experiences, groundbreaking achievements, and the power of ancient practices combined with modern biohacking techniques. Nate's mission is to empower individuals to achieve energetic awakening and peak performance, guiding them to become their own GURU.

Tune in to explore how ancient wisdom and today's energy medicine can inspire humanity’s adaptation to the profound changes of our Earth and society.

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In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider uncovers the 3 obstacles preventing us from fully backing ourselves and 5 powerful strategies to help you confidently bet on yourself in any situation. Learn how to navigate perfectionism and fear, prevent burnout, and set healthy boundaries while starting small, reinvesting your wins, and leveraging your unique skills.

Discover the strategies to:

Start Small and Mitigate Risk: Small investments can help you build confidence without risking it all.
Reinvest the Profits: Keep your progress moving forward by reinvesting emotional energy, resources, and time.
Leverage Your Unique Skills: Maximize your distinct abilities to increase impact and growth.
Accept Short-Term Pain in a Short-Term Plan: Make short-term sacrifices for long-term clarity and focus.
Continuous Learning: Stay curious and keep evolving to build unwavering self-support.

Listen in and take the next step towards building your own inner support system!

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Transforming Healthcare: Dr. Jeffrey Gross on Regenerative Medicine and Longevity

In this enlightening episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Gross, a distinguished surgeon and a visionary in the realms of regenerative and longevity medicine. With nearly 25 years dedicated to advancing healthcare, Dr. Gross discusses his conservative yet innovative approach to treatment, focusing on non-surgical and minimally invasive options.

Discover Dr. Gross's commitment to patient-centered care, his ongoing research in anti-aging, and his forthcoming book, "Get Young Again." Learn about the fascinating world of stem cell therapy—its sources, costs, benefits, and its potential to revolutionize treatments for various diseases and health goals.

Dr. Gross emphasizes the importance of patient advocacy, encouraging listeners to seek multiple opinions and to take charge of their health journey. He shares his vision for the future of medicine, including designer regenerative treatments and the role of knowledge execution in achieving health empowerment.

This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in the cutting-edge of healthcare and the possibilities that lie ahead in regenerative and longevity medicine. Tune in to be inspired, informed, and empowered.

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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:

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.
Your Actions Highlight the Path Forward:
Learn from successes and failures alike. Your actions provide invaluable feedback to guide your next steps.
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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.
- 1. Automation Audit - A technique to regularly reassess your decision-making habits and prevent falling into autopilot, especially in critical choices.
- 1. 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.

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.

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'
1. Seeing the Pattern
3.Breaking the Pattern

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.

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.

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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.

This episode of the Empowered Team Podcast is your boarding pass to maintaining peak energy levels during your travels. I get personal with my top three flight travel tips, covering everything from hydration hacks, movement methods, and strategic eating to help you navigate the challenges of flying without sacrificing your well-being. Learn the ins and outs of my water habits before, during, and after flights; discover my secrets for compensating for missed workouts and staying active; and get a peek into how I manage food restrictions on the go. Perfect for frequent flyers, this episode is packed with actionable advice to keep you energized and empowered, no matter where your travels take you.

In this enlightening episode of 'How to Make Effective Decisions', we delve deep into what constitutes an effective decision - hint: it's not about being right or wrong. We kick off with a crucial first step: understanding your biases. It's all about self-awareness and recognizing your patterns. Then, we tackle the often daunting task of gathering and analyzing information, offering a fresh perspective: perhaps this step is best handled by someone else, saving you from the dreaded analysis paralysis. Utilizing tools like SWOT analysis, we then guide you through scenario analysis, teaching you to anticipate various outcomes without bias. The episode wraps up with a thought-provoking question inspired by Annie Duke's 'Thinking in Bets': Would you bet on your decision? Join us as we dissect these steps to empower your decision-making process.

Join us on the Empowered Team Podcast for a riveting discussion with Carey Davidson, best-selling author of 'The Five Archetypes.' Dive into Carey's unique blend of scientific insight and ancient mindfulness, exploring how these archetypes influence our lives and relationships. From leading HR at Columbia University to founding Tournesol Wellness, Carey's journey is a testament to her commitment to fostering holistic personal and professional development. Don't miss this enriching episode!

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In this empowering episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, titled 'The Clean Slate,' we explore deleting, ending and delegating. The episode delves into the significance of using time markers like weekends, month-ends, and year-ends for introspection and strategic change. We discuss how identifying and eliminating ineffective actions is crucial for achieving your goals. The episode also offers unique perspectives on applying the 'clean slate' concept in different realms – from rejuvenating relationships through open dialogues to innovating business practices with a retrospective approach, and to embracing personal fulfillment by consciously choosing what to stop doing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to make meaningful changes in their leadership journey and personal life.

In this enlightening episode, Peter Swain, a prominent figure in AI, shares his perspective on artificial intelligence as a 'leveler' in the business world. Over the next decade, AI's trajectory remains unpredictable, yet Peter emphasizes its role in elevating businesses. He challenges the common perceptions of AI, stressing that our collective contributions, whether in support or opposition, are shaping AI's development. Peter urges us to become stewards of AI, teaching and guiding it towards a future beneficial for humanity. Delving deeper, he highlights the importance of understanding the 'why' behind AI, often overshadowed by the 'how,' 'who,' and 'what.' Beyond his professional accolades, including being a three-time business mastery winner, Peter shares his personal side as a devoted family man and an amusingly self-proclaimed terrible golfer. His current mission is to leverage his expertise from the heart of this technological revolution to guide individuals and institutions in recognizing their assets and needs for success in the AI-driven landscape.

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In this enlightening episode, Kari and Paul reflect on their profound experiences from two exclusive Tony Robbins relationship seminars. They delve into understanding masculine and feminine energies, crucial for both personal and professional relationships. Paul highlights the significance of 'presence' in building trust, while Kari shares her journey of balancing her masculine energy, influenced by her professional and personal life.

The discussion then shifts to the 'five archetypes' (wood, metal, fire, earth, water), offering listeners a framework to understand and navigate different relationship dynamics. Paul finds the 'three C's and U's' concept instrumental, and shares insights into the transformative life cycle men undergo. The concept of female archetypes is explored, shedding light on the multifaceted nature of women in various relationship contexts.

A crucial part of the discussion centers around attachment theories, dissecting patterns like insecure avoidant, anxious, and trauma, and contrasting them with secure loving attachments. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of relationships in all spheres of life, be it with partners, colleagues, family, or friends.

Key Takeaways:

Embracing and balancing masculine and feminine energies.
Understanding the journey of personal growth through archetypes.
Insights into building trust and presence in relationships.
Exploring attachment styles for healthier connections.

Tune in for an episode that's not just about romantic partnerships, but about enriching all the relationships in your life.

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Dive into the fascinating world of mastering skills with our latest podcast episode! Join me, Kari, as I unravel the secrets behind Cognitive, Emotional, and Physical Mastery. Whether you're a coach, a business leader, or simply on a journey of personal growth, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.

🧠 Learn how to build a solid foundation with Cognitive Mastery.

❤️ Embrace the power of emotions with Emotional Mastery.

💪 Put your knowledge into action with Physical Mastery.

Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at my own podcasting journey and real-life examples from the world of business leadership.

🔗 Tune in now and start your path to mastery today! #MasteryUnlocked #EmpoweredTeamPodcast

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Explore holistic healthcare with Dr. Matt Ormond on the Empowered Team Podcast. Dr. Matt discusses his journey from sports chiropractic to mastering the physiology of stress, highlighting the importance of treating the entire individual. Learn about his innovative approach, which integrates physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects, to foster healing and optimal performance. A must-listen for anyone interested in a comprehensive view of health and wellness while navigating the challenges and stressors that life brings.

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🎙️ Dive into the latest Empowered Team podcast where Kari explores the vital questions to clarify standards in high-performance settings. Discover strategies to mitigate the challenges of high standards and expectations, and understand their potential drawbacks. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the delicate balance of ambition and realism in leadership and personal growth. Tune in for actionable insights and thought-provoking discussions! #EmpoweredTeamPodcast #LeadershipClarity #HighPerformanceStrategy

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You may have heard of intermittent fasting or even tried it and wondered why anyone would stop eating for extended periods of time. In today’s rebroadcast of episode 146 you can learn more about intermittent fasting and what all the hype is about. Decide for yourself if you want to explore the health benefits and pump up the energy!

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In this insightful episode, Kari Schneider and Paul Duerden engage in a deep reflection about resilience. They share personal experiences from the past year, highlighting Kari's unconventional approach to her Graves' disease and Paul's challenges as a CEO. The couple openly discusses the impact of these experiences on their relationship, offering valuable lessons on empathy, adaptation, and growth.

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Unwrap 'The Real Gifts' with Kari this holiday season, with a special Empowered Team podcast. Dive into the essence of life's five pillars—self, partner, family, mission, and community—discovering the unexpected treasures within each. From the vitality of existence to the profound lessons from family. The transformative journey of ambition, and the joy of contributing to friendships and community, this episode redefines the gifts that truly matter. Tune in to illuminate the subtle, yet real gifts that life offers beyond the obvious. Our growth is not always as it seems.

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"Facing the Mountain When Your Stars Are Clouded" - In this heartfelt episode, Kari Schneider of the Empowered Team Podcast shares her personal journey of overcoming illness and the role of strategic planning in navigating life's unpredictability. Tune in as Kari discusses the 'Empowered Blueprint', a robust framework that helped her maintain direction towards her dreams, even when her health threw her off course.

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In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, we uncover the critical link between Core Values and alignment. Join host Kari Schneider as we explore the distinction between values we have adopted and values that will create the future that we want. A Future that leads to better choices, greater fulfillment and success. Intentionally creating our values then acting on them is what leads us to results that are new possibilities. Whether you're a leader or a growth enthusiast, this episode provides you with actionable insights to support your next level. Tune in now and empower yourself to make smarter choices on your path to success! 🎧🌟 Get our Values Creation and Empowered Blueprint Bundle here and be sure to use coupon code "Holiday15" for special savings...

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🌟 New Episode Alert: 'The Art of Tradition in Culture Crafting' 🌟 Dive in with Kari as she unpacks the secret ingredients of tradition that transform groups into tight-knit communities, both at home and in the boardroom. From laser quest escapades to heartwarming holiday cookies, discover how simple acts create powerful pillars of teamwork, social consciousness, and a sense of belonging. Tune in for inspiring stories, and practical tips to infuse tradition into your culture, sparking a legacy of unity and performance excellence. Don't miss out on this game-changing episode — your blueprint for building a culture that stands the test of time starts here. #EmpoweredTeamPodcast #CultureCrafting #LeadershipLegacy

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In this episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, we uncover the critical link between emotional stability and effective decision-making. Join host Kari Schneider as we explore the strategies and mindset that enable high performers to maintain their emotional baseline, leading to better choices and success. Whether you're a leader or a growth enthusiast, this episode provides you with actionable insights to elevate your decision-making game. Tune in now and empower yourself to make smarter choices on your path to success! 🎧🌟

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Most people in their lifetime will suffer with lower back pain but that does not have to stop you from recovering and living normally. Check out Kari's five minute facts on the lower back and more performance questions.

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Leaders, stop pushing that boulder uphill alone. You crafted those SMART goals with care - Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Timely. But without the crucial final step of rallying your troops, your goals remain a solo trek.

Share the soul-stirring WHY that ignited your vision, and witness your goals transform from mine to ours. Let your WHY resonate in their hearts, and your team will lift that boulder off your weary shoulders. They'll adopt your ambitious goals as their own sacred mission. Obstacles morph into challenges to conquer together. Victories belong to all, infusing your team with purpose and meaning.

Give your goals wings by unveiling their greater WHY. Let your vision take flight on the wings of a unified, inspired team. Mountains will move.

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Stop the doubt and step into your confidence by mastering your beliefs in this thought-provoking episode. 🚀 Distinguish between the limiting beliefs that hold you back from empowering beliefs that propel you forward. Learn the three crucial steps to dismantle limiting beliefs: identification, challenging, and understanding their hidden benefits. 💪 Then, discover how to enhance empowering beliefs in 3 key steps. Use your thoughts to create immense value in your life. 🌟 Join us on this inspiring journey towards self-mastery of your beliefs. #Beliefs #PersonalGrowth #Empowerment #mindset #growthmindset

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Gain complete clarity of success so you can have it! This episode explores why it's important to regularly re-evaluate your definition of success as your priorities and values change over time. Your host Kari Schneider explains how success is subjective and emphasizes taking time to get clarity on what success currently means for you in key areas like career, relationships, health, and personal growth. Learn the key questions to connect your definition of success to your deeper whys and what truly matters most right now. Create absolute clarity! Redefining success ensures you feel fulfilled and motivated pursuing goals aligned with your evolving life.

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We've got a behind the scenes look for you into an Empowered Team Coaching Workshop where we teach how to use dopamine for us - instead of against us.

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Discover the transformative power of releasing resistance and unlocking your true potential in leadership and life. Join us as we delve into the art of letting go to optimize your performance. Explore the drawbacks of emotional resistance, including increased distress, hindered personal growth, impaired decision-making, strained relationships, and even physical health consequences. Explore my personal 5 tools to embrace your emotions and create a life of purpose, authenticity, and success. Welcome to the journey of self-discovery and unleashing your fullest potential.

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Episode 257 of the Empowered Team Podcast welcomes former Rugby, arm wrestling and cage fighting athlete David Lindsay and his 5 steps to greater performance in work and life! David is truly inspirational having overcome multiple career stopping injuries. His 5 step approach is simple yet solid. It works and it makes a sensational difference for anyone who gets exposed to his method! Listen to this podcast to see how easy it can be to be high performance now!Find him on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lindsay-324899a0?trk=contact-info

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🌟 Unlock the transformative secrets with ‘CEO of Self: Bridging Leadership from Work to Home!’ 🌟 Elevate your life by integrating influential leadership and visionary strategies from your professional realm into your personal world! 🚀 In this enlightening episode, uncover three pivotal skills:

Craft Your Vision,
Lead with Love, and
Embrace Resilience,

each brimming with actionable insights and empowering messages! Whether you're steering projects at work or fostering connections at home, this episode is your gateway to a balanced, impactful life marked by empowerment, inspiration, love, and strategic alignment! 💖🌿 Dive in and start your journey to becoming the CEO of your own world! 🌍 #CEOofSelf #BridgingLeadership #LeadwithLove #SelfMastery #EmpoweredTeamPodcast

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In this month's Performance Power episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider explores the benefits and risks of high-intensity training. Discover how intense exercise can boost cardiovascular health, enhance metabolic rate, and improve overall fitness. But also uncover how to avoid potential downsides like injury, burnout, and hormone disruption. Tune in to learn how busy professionals can optimize intense workouts to boost performance without compromise. Discover expert-approved tips on tailoring frequency, intensity, time, and type of training to match your unique needs and stress levels.

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Why choose honesty? Because people crave the truth. It's what we desire deep down, as it forms the foundation of genuine connections. When we choose honesty, we uphold our integrity and demonstrate a profound belief in the other person. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode and unlock the power of honesty. Together, let's navigate the 3 main ways honesty serves us, while rediscovering the profound impact it can have on our lives.

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What are your big rocks when it comes to your optimal longevity? What are the stressors in your life that are the worst for your nervous system? Can supplements help our Heart Rate Variability? Cannabis and fish oil, together are they the ultimate bio hack? These questions and more will be answered in this interview with Director of Applied Science at Longevity Labs Don Moxley. Don has had a career in sport science at Ohio State University. He has been a high performance athlete himself, and has helped athletes achieve Olympic medals, National Championships and All-Americans. Listen in to Don as he explains our current situation “our aquarium” and what is possible.

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We all judge others. But what if that judgment says more about our own insecurities than the people we're judging? This week, learn how snap judgments and criticism often miss the full context and discover the 2 key steps to create connection instantly. We'll explore our tendency to play the "judgment game" and how shifting to a mindset of empathy and reflection can help us stop judging and start truly relating to one another. Get ready to transform your perspectives through psychology, evolutionary science, and expert insights. Let's drop the gavel on judgment and create space for the flawed, unique humanity in us all.

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We all want the ability to choose. And, it starts when we are really young. Why then, when we have too much to choose from, do we struggle? Listen in to discover the power of choice. How it can truly transform any situation.

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If you really want to perform your best and avoid burnout this episode is for you! Those times where you have been working long hours and you feel like you need a break but you don’t take it? You can be doing far more damage than you realize. By missing the break not only does performance suffer, the risks escalate! In this episode we will share how to time your day to create healthiest peak performance.

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Why is it that it can be so hard to find the people we want or need in our lives? It actually isn’t. Especially when you are looking for the 3 i’s. These 3 characteristics or attributes are essential for long term success. More importantly, to truly make the relationship sustainable we can utilize them ourselves. Listen in to find out what they are and use them in all areas of your life.

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On this special episode we share an episode of The Resilient Humans podcast where host Kevin Wood interviews Kari! Here's what they cover in this great conversation:

"Kari Schneider joins me today. As a certified life coach, expert in strength and conditioning, exercise physiology, and biomechanics, Kari worked her way to her dream job at the Canadian Sport Institute.

She opened her own functional fitness training centre in 2005, and worked with the best athletes in Canada. In 2020, she closed her brick-and-mortar and transitioned to coaching online.

She shares her story of overcoming significant challenges and depression, which led to her current autoimmune disease.

We also talk about victim mentality, behaviour change, the transformational process, and the less talked about side of resiliency."

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Unlock the hidden power of your emotions in this episode with 5 steps to use your emotional intelligence to improve your outcomes! Join us as we explore the extraordinary link between emotions and peak performance.

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We're super excited to share our latest episode, 'Neuro-Sync: Discovering the Empathetic Bonds that Bind Us'. We explore the fascinating science of empathy and how our nervous systems create powerful physical connections with others. Delve into the roles of neural coupling and physiological synchrony in forming these bonds, and learn strategies to navigate emotional uncoupling. Let's journey together into this compelling aspect of human interaction. We also fielded questions why libido can drop when otherwise healthy and why old injuries act up. Can't wait to hear your thoughts!

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In this podcast episode, we explore the power of setting minimum standards. We discuss how setting minimum standards can help improve your overall performance and achieve your goals.

Learn the 5 steps to create a minimum standard and check out the areas you can raise your game such as water intake, sleep, work, social events, and fruit/vegetable consumption. By starting small and gradually increasing your minimum standard over time, you can develop habits that support your overall goals and improve your performance.

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How do you impact someone with your communication? How do you inspire who you are speaking with? How do you say your name so people are more likely to hear it? Dr Laura Sicola can answer all of these questions to help you speak like a leader. As she says… “If you want to be seen as a leader, you have to sound like one”. Listen in to gain the tools to elevate your communication and connection.

Ted Talk: Want to sound like a leader? Start by saying your name right | Laura Sicola

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02EJ1IdC6tE

Book: Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice

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Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice

Do you want to treat yourself but don’t know if you are using the treat to avoid something? Do you indulge in a little pleasure and then find yourself overdoing it? In this episode, "The Pleasure Principle," we delve into the concept of finding true pleasure while navigating the demands of our lives. We explore the importance of distinguishing between genuine and fleeting gratification, and how to strike a balance between enjoying the present and pursuing long-term goals. Join us as we uncover practical steps to maximize true pleasure, intensify its impact, and integrate it into our daily routines. Get ready to unlock the secrets of living a fulfilling life on your own terms. Tune in to the Empowered Team Podcast: The Pleasure Principle episode and embrace the art of empowered living.

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This podcast is designed exclusively for leaders who understand that optimum health is the key to peak performance. Join us as we uncover the hidden secrets behind your gut and reveal how harnessing its power can transform your life. From frequency and appearance to color and consistency, we explore the fascinating world of bowel movements and their impact on your overall well-being. Discover the answers to burning questions like what's considered normal frequency, should your poop float or sink, and what color and shape indicate a healthy digestive system. Plus, gain valuable insights into the foods to avoid for a thriving gut, including highly processed foods, added sugars, artificial sweeteners, trans fats, and excessive alcohol. Don't miss this enlightening podcast that will empower you to unlock the hidden potential of your gut and perform at your absolute best. Tune in to "Poop Power" and revolutionize your health from the inside out.

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Do you have your dream life? What if you won the lottery… would that change your life day in and day out? To really have the life we want it isn’t about money. Money can be fantastic but your best life is more about these 3 key things. Listen in to learn about what they are.

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We have a special episode for you today - it's Kari being interviewed by the host of The Hidden Why Podcast, Leigh Martinuzzi. Don't miss this chance to hear learn about what motivates and inspires Kari, and what she sees as the key ingredients for success!

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Discover the transformative power of DEEP grounding in communication. Join us as we explore the acronym DEEP, which stands for Don't Defend, Explain, get Emotional, or Get Personal. In this episode, we delve into real-life examples and engaging stories that illustrate how this communication approach empowers leaders to build trust, resolve conflicts, diffuse tense situations and maintain meaningful connections. Unlock the secrets to effective communication and enhance your leadership skills with DEEP Dive. Get ready to revolutionize your life and work.

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Are you curious about the relationship between daily step count and optimal health? Listen in to this week’s podcast as we explore the latest research on the benefits of accumulating steps throughout the day. We'll discuss the recommended number of steps for adults and children, and examine the impact of accumulating steps all at once versus spreading them out throughout the day. From improving cardiovascular health and reducing the risk of chronic diseases to promoting better sleep quality and reducing anxiety and depression, taking more steps can have a wide range of benefits for your physical and mental health aka YOUR PERFORMANCE! Tune in to discover the latest findings and practical tips for incorporating more steps into your daily routine, and learn how you can start taking steps towards your best today.

1.Walking 10,000 steps per day is often recommended for optimal health, as it can help reduce the risk of various health problems such as heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.

2.Children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years should aim for at least 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity each day, which can include activities such as walking, running, or playing sports. Their taget is 12,000 steps.

3.Accumulating steps in short bouts throughout the day is associated with lower body mass index (BMI) and better cardiovascular health, while breaking up sedentary time with short bouts of activity can help lower levels of body fat and improve insulin sensitivity. This is preferred over all at once. Researchers found that taking at least 3,000 steps in 30 minutes or less was particularly beneficial for improving health outcomes (researching women).

Another study published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health in 2021 found that breaking up sedentary time with short bouts of activity (such as taking a few minutes to walk around every hour) was associated with lower levels of body fat and better insulin sensitivity in a sample of middle-aged adults.

4.The optimal number of steps per day can vary depending on individual factors such as age, fitness level, and overall health status.What do you want? Ideal cardiovascular fitness? Injury prevention? Aesthetics? Performance? Steps are less about training and more about healthy activity. It is a correlation and monitoring tool that can be prescriptive.

A 2018 study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that accumulating steps throughout the day was associated with better sleep quality and lower levels of anxiety and depression in a sample of college students. The researchers noted that these benefits were seen regardless of whether the steps were accumulated in short bouts or all at once.

it can help reduce the risk of various health problems such as heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. There have been several recent studies examining the relationship between daily step count and health outcomes.

For example, a 2021 study published in JAMA Internal Medicine analyzed data from over 4,800 middle-aged adults and found that those who took 10,000 steps or more per day had a significantly lower risk of all-cause mortality compared to those who took fewer steps. Another study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine in 2020 found that accumulating 10,000 steps per day was associated with lower levels of body fat, blood pressure, and insulin resistance in a sample of young adults.

History:

the concept of taking 10,000 steps per day actually originated in Japan in the mid-1960s. The term "manpo-kei" was coined by a Japanese company that produced pedometers, which were called "manpo-kei" in Japanese (meaning "10,000 steps meter"). The company used the term to market their pedometers and encourage people to walk more. Over time, the concept of taking 10,000 steps per day became popularized around the world as a guideline for improving health and physical activity levels. Today, many fitness trackers and pedometers still use the 10,000 step goal as a default target, despite the fact that the optimal number of steps can vary depending on individual factors.

Karelis AD, et al. Accumulation of steps and cardiometabolic health in sedentary women. Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act. 2019 May 14;16(1):41. doi: 10.1186/s12966-019-0802-2. PMID: 31088412; PMCID: PMC6519449. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6519449/
Buman MP, et al. Breaking Up Prolonged Sitting With Standing or Walking Attenuates the Postprandial Metabolic Response in Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Acute Study. J Phys Act Health. 2021 Mar 1;18(3):313-322. doi: 10.1123/jpah.2020-0103. Epub 2021 Jan 14. PMID: 33443783. https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/jpah/18/3/article-p313.xml
Loprinzi PD, et al. Associations of objectively measured physical activity and sedentary behavior with sleep quality, anxiety, and depression among college students. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2018 Jun 29;15(7):1485. doi:

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Being consistent isn’t sexy yet it is what brings the desired outcomes. Flying below the radar and rarely getting credit, it comes in when needed and produces every time. Listen in to the 3 ways we actually reach out outcomes and how to reach them more…. You got it, consistently.

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Do you struggle with difficult conversations? Are you afraid of telling the truth, receiving it, or making a worthy request? If so, you're not alone. Many people find these conversations to be uncomfortable, stressful, and sometimes even impossible to have.

But what if there was one solution that could help you tackle all three types of courageous conversations? In "The 1 Solution for the 3 Most Courageous Conversations," we explore the strategies and techniques that can help you communicate more effectively, even in the most difficult situations.

Whether you need to deliver bad news, ask for a raise, or address a conflict with a loved one, we've got you covered. Let’s understand the importance of active listening, the power of vulnerability, and the art of making a worthy request.

If you're ready to build your communication skills and become more confident in having courageous conversations, then this podcast is for you. Join us as we explore "The 1 Solution for the 3 Most Courageous Conversations."

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In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, host Kari Schneider interviews Jennifer Broxterman, an expert in all things nutrition. As a Registered Dietitian, researcher, University teacher and business owner, Jennifer shares five books that have had a profound impact on her life as a cancer survivor and nutrition coach:

Atomic Habits by James Clear - This book breaks down the process of behavior change and habit formation into easy steps, making it accessible for everyone.
Resilience by Eric Greitens - Jennifer believes every high school student should read this book and every adult reread it. It tells the incredible story of a Navy SEAL who overcomes post-traumatic stress with the help of a mentor's letters.
The Fearless Mind: Five Essential Steps to High Performance by Craig Manning - This book emphasizes the importance of focusing on mastery and excellence rather than just results.
The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal - Based on Stanford's most popular class on willpower, this book highlights the main factors that contribute to having strong willpower, including mindfulness, exercise, nutrition, and sleep.
Switch: How to Change When Change Is Hard by Chip Heath and Dan Heath - Jennifer found this book to be a fantastic read that helped her reshape her approach to coaching.

Listeners can find Jennifer's contact information and details about her upcoming certification programs below.

How to Reach Jen Broxterman:

website: www.prospernc.com

email: info@prospernc.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prosper_nc/

Overall, this episode offers valuable insights into the books that have influenced Jennifer's work as a nutrition coach and provides listeners with practical advice for improving their own habits and achieving their goals. Jennifer provides the extra nuggets that help us all overcome our struggles self control.

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We love to buy it. We can’t wait to receive it. Yet we have a hard time getting rid of it. STUFF. It clutters our lives and we tend to have an insatiable appetite for it. When we have too much it becomes CLUTTER. When we reduce it we can improve focus, reduce anxiety and deter procrastination thereby improving our daily performance. In this episode discover what clutter does to us and 2 easy ways to gain control.

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Most of us feel anger at some point in our lives, or weeks or days… but is it serving us? It likely did at some point but how about in our life now? Most of us don’t want anger disrupting life. So listen in to see how anger can be useful.

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Nevermind the restrictions of conventional medicine. Dr Lisa Koche is an MD who has gone beyond the boundaries with her education and personal discovery to expand from the usual path. She is a Triple Board-Certified Physician, Functional Medicine and Longevity Expert, and Quantum Energy Practitioner. She is the Founder and Director of Spectra Wellness Solutions, an International Speaker, author, and Tony Robbins’ lead physician for his Life Mastery Health Program. She specializes in anti-aging and biohacking through regenerative, traditional, and integrative medicine and has a passion for helping others find true healing in both their mind and body. Dr. Lisa has dedicated her career to cracking the code and making it simple for people to heal themselves and achieve peak performance.

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We love to buy it. We can’t wait to receive it. Yet we have a hard time getting rid of it. STUFF. It clutters our lives and we tend to have an insatiable appetite for it. When we have too much it becomes CLUTTER. In this episode learn my personal tricks to keep the stuff in our lives appreciated, used and contained.

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It seems to be everywhere AND we naturally crave it. Sugar. Why do we crave it? What does it do to us? Is it needed for our brain and muscles to function? Is it really that bad? Listen in to get these questions answered and discover what kind of relationship with sugar works for you.

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When you can’t seem to tear yourself away from the screen. Or the next post is so compelling that you watch further. Even the upcoming event that “can’t be missed” is repeatedly calling. How can we find the joy in not keeping up to date with all of the “news”, information and events? Listen in to learn more.

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Our fast paced lives makes “being stressed” the norm. Our lives have become a cycle of stress and managing stress. Yet stress can be something that not only improves our performance but also can create longevity. The key is how we handle stress. Stress will always show up in some form, however, we have the ability to have it work for us vs against us.

https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2022-01-04/chronic-stress-can-reduce-lifespan-says-recent-yale-study

https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-symptoms-effects_of-stress-on-the-body

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The chips, desserts, Netflix, alcohol, or work. Even the best of us overindulge and then feel awful that we did. So why do we do it? We only wanted to watch 1 episode but ended up watching 10 and losing a night of sleep. In this episode learn the 5 steps to STOP Overindulging! Your future self will thank you!

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Researcher, public speaker and exercise physiologist, Dr Greg Wells, is keen on translating research into practical and usable information while creating clarity. In his new book Power House he breaks down the key categories that create the performance we are looking for. Listen in for his expert tips and personal practices that keep him performing at an optimal level while navigating business, speaking, travel and family life!

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Upset about something that happened? Find yourself drained by how unfair it is? When we fight reality and resist the situation we are in, we have a hard time finding the solutions we want. Listen in to discover 3 steps to relax resistance and move forward from the circumstances we don’t like.

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You want to be as healthy, energetic and recovered as possible. So, what does Heart Rate and Heart Rate Variability have to do with it? A lot. These measures when monitored can tell you so much about how well you recover from stressors. Work stress, illness, hard training, lack of sleep. Listen in to learn about what monitoring HR and HRV can tell you and discover our favorite monitoring devices!

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21773-heart-rate-variability-hrv

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/best-hrv-monitor

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Relationships. When they are great…life is great. When they are suffering… we tend to suffer. “The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our life” Esther Perel

It is truly worth it to put the time and effort into creating outstanding relationships. It delivers our best experience of life. In this episode discover 3 steps to curate relationship quality.

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Olympic Medalist, retired pairs figure skater, plant medicine healer, mentor and overall cool human, Dylan Moscovitch, shares what it was like to have a glorious childhood dream come true AND visit the dark night of the soul. His journey to the pinnacle of sport, fall from the top and subsequent loss of identity are lessons for all of us! Listen in to learn how to make it through the extremes of life.

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When we grow it takes change. Even if we want the change it can be uncomfortable but we make it harder than it needs to be. Listen in so you can get the easy steps to take the foot off of the brake and get the results you want. Whether it is implementing a new meeting format, a new sleep routine or changing your nutrition habits this will apply to you!

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Ever play not to lose instead of playing to win? That is a symptom of Loss Aversion. Being afraid to lose something more than you want to gain something. Find out how to choose your path instead of just protecting what you have. Going for the big goal may not always be for you but when it is you don’t want to miss your chance.

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We have all had an injury of some sort. Whether it is an unexpected sports injury or a chronic overuse injury, the set back of not being able to move the way we want can be frustrating. We tend to do 2 things… get back too soon and re-aggravate the injury or do nothing for fear of causing harm, only to make it harder to get back to normal! Listen in to learn the facts and discover some easy progression steps that work.

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As a leader, achiever or capable human we can do a LOT. However, what we stop doing is really what propels us forward. Stacking more on the already full plate of 2023 doesn’t make sense. Deciding what to stop doing opens energy and powerful new possibilities. THAT is what we want for 2023!

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It is easy to set goals for the upcoming year but what really makes them happen is having a blueprint. Learn about why ours got turned upside down and how we are adapting. In this episode we will share what it takes to make a Blueprint that works.

Check in on this episode of Triple Vision https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/empowered-team-podcast/id1439022418?i=1000521065996

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Knowledge is not power. Clarity is. In this episode learn the exact steps to execute what you really want to plan for and what will keep you on track. Knowing what you want is not enough to actually get it! You need to plan for it in a way that is simple, systematic and gets your results!

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Most of us know we need protein but how much is too much? And when is the best time to consume it? When it comes to brain function and immune support does protein make a difference? Listen in to learn more about protein for your best performance and the easiest way to incorporate it into your day to day life for you, your family and your performance!

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When we are humming along in life and things are working really well we are typically living a life that is aligned with what we truly value. However, when we have a breakdown or we are doing something that we really don’t want to do it can often be because of a Values Conflict. To really feel great AND guided sometimes we need to take a look at whether our values have changed!

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Most people will say at some point that they want to lose weight… But that’s not what they really want. They want to change their body composition. Increase muscle mass and decrease fat mass. So what does it take to create a fat burning machine? Hint: the fat burning machine IS your body. Here are the 5 minute facts of some of the MOST effective ways to contribute to your fat burning machine!

Resistance training- promotes greater fat loss

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28871849/

2.Increased Protein consumption

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7455583/

3.SLEEP- at least 7 hours

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6489488/

Exercise intensity (Aerobic and Anaerobic)

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28401638/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25243536/

5.Intermittent fasting

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26374764/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27737674/

Bonus: Prebiotics & Probiotics

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29047207/

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Most people will say at some point that they want to lose weight… But that’s not what they really want. They want to change their body composition. Increase muscle mass and decrease fat mass. So what does it take to create a fat burning machine? Hint: the fat burning machine IS your body. Here are the 5 minute facts of some of the MOST effective ways to contribute to your fat burning machine!

Resistance training- promotes greater fat loss

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28871849/

2.Increased Protein consumption

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7455583/

3.SLEEP- at least 7 hours

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6489488/

Exercise intensity (Aerobic and Anaerobic)

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28401638/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25243536/

5.Intermittent fasting

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26374764/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27737674/

Bonus: Prebiotics & Probiotics

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29047207/

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Do you think that you can’t change? Do you believe that you’ll take action next week? Every major turning point in my life, that I have been in control of, came from coaching. The massive changes I have made that have been sparked by in-person coaching or events would have been shelved until another day had I not taken action. We tend not to see our best or what we are capable of. Others do.

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Sometimes we are almost “there” and we just can’t see it. It is the hidden progress that can frustrate us into giving up. The reality is that when we shift our focus or get help we can see what is working and become motivated to keep going for what we really want!

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There is never a lack of resources, only a lack of resourcefulness. And yet, it seems that we can really flounder. In this episode discover what “participating in your rescue” means and how this mindset radically changes your perspective from that of helplessness to personal power.

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Is caffeine your friend or foe? It may not be that simple? Are you overtired? Do you take other medications or are you an athlete or pregnant? This drug that is used by 90% of adults worldwide is not the same for everyone! Listen in to discover what the benefits or risks may be for you and when the best time to use it is.

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/285194#risks

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3777290/

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Have you thought of hormone supplementation or replacement therapy? Tired of Brain Fog, Fatigue, Low Libido and weight loss issues? You may have consulted your doctor for help, tried different protocols and only become frustrated. Ben Lee has heard these problems too many times to count. He doesn't suggest anything before checking an individual's unique blood profile, genetics and urinalysis. Only then will the needs of the body become more clear. “Be your own advocate” says Ben “ No one will do it for you” Listen in to discover what is possible with hormone supplementation.

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Do you use the same reply to people when they say “how are you?” No matter how you actually feel? Maybe you think “they don’t really want to know anyway”? The Fijians beg to differ. They are easily practiced in happiness and are experts in creating authentic connection. They taught me a lot- listen in to see how BULA changed my life!

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Why coast toward the finish of the year when you can finish as your best? This is the last 100. From September to Jan contains the last effective, productive, purposeful days of the year to complete 2022 the way you want. Make it count. Make it memorable. Make it matter.

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Other people’s opinions. Uggh. Aren’t they awful? They are only awful if they are opinions that we wish were different. We know ourselves better than anyone else. So what if your mother in law thinks you can’t cook and has never eaten your food? Or your new customer thinks you are the cleaning staff not the owner? Here’s how to deal with people who are wrong about you.

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The things that really hold us back… from pain to anxiety, memory and sleeplessness or even distraction and worry- is there a cure all? Sounds too good to be true but meditation can really help all of these issues. This isn’t just a woo woo hopeful statement. The research has been mounting for years and shows us just how powerful meditation is for our brains. Listen in to see how it can help you… and in our q&a learn what to do before and after ACL reconstruction surgery and where your knee pain may really be coming from!

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The things that really hold us back… from pain to anxiety, memory and sleeplessness or even distraction and worry- is there a cure all? Sounds too good to be true but meditation can really help all of these issues. This isn’t just a woo woo hopeful statement. The research has been mounting for years and shows us just how powerful meditation is for our brains. Listen in to see how it can help you… and in our q&a learn what to do before and after ACL reconstruction surgery and where your knee pain may really be coming from!

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We know the story of the rich kid who squandered their wealth all too well.

Emilio Diez Barraso is the exact opposite of that. Born into money, Emilio has spent a lifetime building onto the empire he inherited.

Now he's hoping to leverage his influence to elevate the world's consciousness and alleviate human suffering, one person at a time via his first book The Mystery Of You. In this interview we get deep. How the A-type personality struggles with a sense of lack, 40 silent retreats and what finding it is like for Emilio now having found transformation and spirituality.

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We know the story of the rich kid who squandered their wealth all too well.

Emilio Diez Barraso is the exact opposite of that. Born into money, Emilio has spent a lifetime building onto the empire he inherited.

Now he's hoping to leverage his influence to elevate the world's consciousness and alleviate human suffering, one person at a time via his first book The Mystery Of You. In this interview we get deep. How the A-type personality struggles with a sense of lack, 40 silent retreats and what finding it is like for Emilio now having found transformation and spirituality.

https://boldcapitalpartners.com/team/

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Start a new habit… it seems great then quit? Been there. Decide to stop drinking, binge watching, eating chips (you fill in the blank) only to start again? Yup, us too. Decide to start a new weekly work task only to stop after two weeks? We get it. We tend to create a new habit that is too extreme to stick with. In this episode learn the exact steps to create a habit that will last!

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Start a new habit… it seems great then quit? Been there. Decide to stop drinking, binge watching, eating chips (you fill in the blank) only to start again? Yup, us too. Decide to start a new weekly work task only to stop after two weeks? We get it. We tend to create a new habit that is too extreme to stick with. In this episode learn the exact steps to create a habit that will last!

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We complain. When we do we think it isn’t complaining and that we are just sharing the facts. We might even complain a little more and fall into the Pity Pit. Then revel in it like a Pity Party. Before you know it - it has become chronic! Poor-me-itis. It is time to stop the Pity Party. Here’s how…

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Incredible - we've reached 200 episodes! This episode is a reminder of how the show came to be, why we're here and where we're going together with you, our Empowered Team faithful. Join us in celebrating this milestone that was four years in the making and what's to come.

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Why weight train? It is the key to a lean body. Who wants to just lose weight? People want decreased fat, increased muscle for energy, function, strength, bone density, better mood, better sleep and metabolism. Learn what it takes to boost metabolism. Find out why burning fat with aerobic exercise isn’t the answer and discover how long it takes for strength results.

https://asbmr.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/jbmr.3284

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29086504/

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Jonathon de Potter is the Founder & CEO of Behold Retreats, a bespoke wellness service that facilitates journeys of self-discovery and transformation, supported by the scientifically proven benefits of plant medicine therapy. If you have ever wondered what plant based medicine retreats are about, listen in to learn about the ancient traditions, the science behind the results and what is really possible. ‘Where we are right now is perfect and it can be better- it’s divine alignment”

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What does it take to create team culture? Intention. The culture of a company, family, team or any group will organically grow or intentionally be created. Often what grows naturally has many weeds of dysfunction, poor communication or unproductive thinking and behaviour. This does not have to be the case. As leaders it is our responsibility to nourish the culture that can support the group on any occasion. Use our T.E.A.M. system to help create a culture for your organization.

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What does it take to create team culture? Intention. The culture of a company, family, team or any group will organically grow or intentionally be created. Often what grows naturally has many weeds of dysfunction, poor communication or unproductive thinking and behaviour. This does not have to be the case. As leaders it is our responsibility to nourish the culture that can support the group on any occasion. Use our T.E.A.M. system to help create a culture for your organization.

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What does it take to create team culture? Intention. The culture of a company, family, team or any group will organically grow or intentionally be created. Often what grows naturally has many weeds of dysfunction, poor communication or unproductive thinking and behaviour. This does not have to be the case. As leaders it is our responsibility to nourish the culture that can support the group on any occasion. Use our T.E.A.M. system to help create a culture for your organization.

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Adam Hill is an elite amateur triathlete with multiple podium finishes and has earned the distinctions of USA Triathlon All-American and Ironman All World Athlete. He was featured in the NBC Sports series Ironman: Quest for Kona (2017), which chronicled his successful attempt to qualify for the Ironman World Championship.

Today, Adam is a business executive, coach, speaker, and author. Through his triathlon platform, Extra Life Fitness, he provides coaching, guidance, and resources to triathletes of all levels. You’ll often find him speaking about personal transformation and overcoming anxiety at company events, on podcasts, and in other media—usually because they invited him.

Listen in to this authentic interview where Adam discloses how his ongoing anxiety and fear led to alcoholism and rock bottom only to grow, transform and discover how to channel his anxiety to create what he really is after in life.

Check out his Quest for Kona episode here https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=154240822491721

We don’t think about it and yet it happens. Breathing. We can control it or it settles into autopilot. Yet, we can do some great techniques that shift our physiology to perform our best. Listen in to discover when to nose or mouth breathe, when to do cardio, and how to manage small muscle strains.

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What does it take to create team culture? Intention. The culture of a company, family, team or any group will organically grow or intentionally be created. Often what grows naturally has many weeds of dysfunction, poor communication or unproductive thinking and behaviour. This does not have to be the case. As leaders it is our responsibility to nourish the culture that can support the group on any occasion. Use our T.E.A.M. system to help create a culture for your organization.

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Survival of the fittest? Or success of the adaptable? Adaptability as a superpower is how we can pivot and move forward toward the results we want despite circumstances or setbacks. Learn how to practice adaptability.

https://www.ted.com/talks/natalie_fratto_3_ways_to_measure_your_adaptability_and_how_to_improve_it?language=en

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Ready to Spark Brilliance (it's also the title of her new book on Leadership)? Jackie Insinger is your source. Jackie has a Psychology degree from Duke University and a Masters in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard. She is a member of both the Forbes Coaches Council and the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. She is a wife and mother of 2 and is dedicated to helping leaders become extraordinary. Listen in to discover what the Platinum Rule is and how to really create massive outcomes in the workplace.

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When you've had a big win, were you aware of the process that lead you there? What worked leading up to that moment? What can you replicate to ensure things go according to plan the next time? Let's dive into routine and rituals that can bring you the success you want!

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We have so much information coming at us about when to eat, what to eat, what not to eat it can be confusing. But can restricting how much we eat help us live longer or keep us healthier? Find out in this episode what the research tells us about caloric restriction, when to eat for best fat burning and how to burn fat best when training.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/caloric-restriction

https://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/flash/2020/can-calorie-restriction-extend-your-lifespan/

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A tiny change, a subtle shift - the results can be staggering. On this episode of the show Kari delves into nuance and how discerning details can make a difference in how we experience work, life, and relationships - with others and ourselves!

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Katie is a dynamic, hilarious and heart lead author who is giving back every way she can while healing along the way. She knows that all people want is to feel less alone and more connected. That is the beauty of her book and yoga teaching. She is living and giving in everyway she can. The first paragraphs of her book Cheers, to Chaos: 8 tools for the Puffy-Eyed and Powerful, will have you in stitches and laughing and crying. Don’t miss the gifts that Katie has to share.

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You've heard the saying "if you want something bad enough, you'll find a way!". We dig into this topic today on Mindset Monday connecting the dots between that powerful desire and the creativity it can unlock!

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Why have different cultures subjected themselves to to saunas and steambaths for centuries? The research shows that they weren’t wasting their time! Between increase in healthspan, reduction in all- cause mortality and feeling relaxed. Saunas are more than just sweating in a wooden room

https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(18)30275-1/fulltext

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916

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We tend to envision a result that is so beautiful, tantalizing and compelling that it lulls us into the illusion that it will be easy. Then, when we take action toward that vision it feels like a brick when “hard” hits us square between the eyes. In that moment we learn what it really takes and what we are really capable of. We can always do far more than what we think when it gets really tough.

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In our cancel culture we have high expectations around what we are getting. The question really becomes- are you here for something to do or are you here to do something? Listen in to discover the best steps to engage powerfully in all aspects of your life to empower your life!

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We are in the middle of a major move and massive change. All of the typical tips for handling a move and major changes do not help us. We already operate on that level. Preparing, getting help, purging etc. Done, Done, and done. What really helps are the behind the scenes critical actions that make the huge difference for thriving instead of surviving. Here are our best tips for managing massive change.

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Have you ever found yourself tiptoeing around someone else’s mood or you see others dodging you and yours? Becoming aware of your impact in your areas of life makes it easier to create the energy and impact you want for those around you. This is thermostat responsibility. Consistently and intentionally setting the energy and emotional tone you want in your various areas of life.

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We all will have stress in our lives at some point. How we handle stress makes the difference between it becoming chronic or not. What if we have control over our stress? What if we influence every single day our own ability to deal with stress? The Path to Stress matters. How we see the world, what we do to influence the stress and how we choose to view the stressor makes the difference in our experience of life AND our ability to overcome the experience.

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Ready to take an ice bath plunge? Not so fast! Time to learn about all of the amazing benefits of cold water immersion. Yes, metabolic rate. Yes, reduced muscle soreness. Yes, alertness and feel good. Find out what else it can do for you… AND here are some links if you are into learning even more!

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4049052/

https://www.wimhofmethod.com/cold-therapy

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17993252/

https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fspor.2021.659990/full

https://www.sportsperformancebulletin.com/endurance-training/recovery-strategies/cold-water-immersion-cwi-importance-sleep/

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Did you really want to see results in that one area? And then get into action? Did you even start getting results...only to have them derailed? Something got in the way. Maybe travel, weather, someone else’s needs or you just didn’t feel like it. This is one of the best tools to create consistent execution of actions. Lean on structure.

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If you really want to connect with your clients, friends and family the skill of rapport building is imperative. This truly is a key foundational step to developing trust, communication and being able to navigate difficult conversations. Learn the 4 ways to develop rapport quickly and how to break it with grace.

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Why are we so great at taking action sometimes and not others? What does it look like to become aware of what we are doing or not doing? How do we manage ourselves when people take action that we don’t want? Are actions are the final reveal of what is really going on underneath the surface and they dictate the outcomes in our lives.

Our leadership webinar series kicked off last week digging into the 4 levels of leadership. Stayed tuned for the registration link to the second webinar in this 7 part series happening in March!

Binary Thinking...We all crave the simplicity of only 2 options. This or that. Right or wrong. Yet that type of thinking can limit our experience, cause problems in our relationships, friction at work and hold us back from discovering what we don’t know. Take a peek at how complexifying can be a really good thing!

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Leadership is desperately needed now. Strong leaders, open leaders, kind leaders, capable leaders. What does it take to lead in today’s world while staying true to your values? Learn the levels of our leadership development model to start leading yourself and others effectively.

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Is Fish Oil all it's cracked up to be or is it really snake oil? Is there a difference between brands and what if you eat a plant based diet? Learn the 5 minute facts about fish oils so you can consume (or not) with confidence!

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How can you get what you want without spinning your wheels? Why is it that when we are too focused on what we want we stall out progress? Outcome attachment can seem like a good thing but actually can do us a disservice. Learn what keeps us moving forward!

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Ever face a worthy opponent? What came up? Fear? Uncertainty? Excitement? Maybe all of the above. That is what a worthy opponent does. It causes us to be challenged and if we face the opponent we grow and get better. What is a worthy opponent and do you have one in your life right now?

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Kari is back with 5 Minute Facts and today she's covering a topic she's incredibly knowledgeable on - body weight training versus weight training. Listen on for everything you need to know!

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Are you a rule follower or a rule breaker? Either way, we are surrounded by rules and they can be a source of protection and a limitation. Here are 3 easy ways to decide whether to break the rules and how to approach the decision with action.

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Happy New Year! 2021 is a wrap so we've decided to dig into the best and worst of it - and share lessons learned in all areas of our lives. We hope you learn from our biggest fails and enjoy some of the wins as much as we did. Wishing you all the best for 2022.

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We can see the long term vision clearly. The thing we really want to achieve. However, there is fogginess along the way and worse yet there are actions that we keep taking that are not making progress to the goal. Let’s get clear on what needs to happen before the ultimate vision is realized and what the real actions are for success.

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We typically want to be in our best state for performance. Whether it's pitching investors about a startup or the qualifying race. We can practice the skills to create a peak state. These 3 steps are easy to incorporate into your life and will sharpen the skills of creating the state you want!

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Ever wonder why you feel so good in the outdoors? Take your pick, maybe it's the improved concentration, faster healing, decrease in pain, greater likelihood for weight-loss and so much more. Nature makes us healthier, boosts our immune system, and feel ready to take on the world yet we are spending the bulk of our time hiding in a box! Check out the 5 minute facts on nature and the performance Q&A that follows.

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I connected so easily with a stranger and then went home to my husband and disconnected. How do we keep connection with those we love and create connection with everyone? Deep connection is part of creating the most fulfillmnet in life. We have access to it at all times. Learn how to connect with anyone, anytime, especially this holiday season.

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Tammy Mahon - As the Captain of the Canadian Women’s National Volleyball Team for 4 years and a professional player for over 10 years Tammy is a humble example of leadership that we can all aspire to. She is incredibly hardworking in all areas of life and shares how her farming roots influenced her sport career and current ranching business. Listen in to Tammy’s authentic view on what athletes need today and how she learned to lead.

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Are you feeling stuck? Sometimes when we are moving forward we stall. Especially when those around us are in the same struggle but do not want to move forward or cannot find a way to move forward. This is the struggle bond. It is time to look for growth bonds in your life.

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When you are overwhelmed by thoughts and it seems like they won’t stop. Or you are in a pattern of negative thinking that seems out of control. Try this simple technique to support yourself in managing your brain. That brain that is simply trying to protect you from harm.

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Sleep. We want it. We need it AND it does so much more that brings a dream or two! Today’s podcast brings us 5 minute Fun Facts about sleep and the questions that our TEAM members want to know about. Do hormone changes affect my sleep? Why am I hot in the night related to stress but not hormones? Why am I waking up groggy even after 8 hours of sleep? What is the ideal amount of time to fall asleep? Learn these answers and more in today’s Performance Power 5 minute Facts.

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Paul and I just returned from the Tony Robbins Ultimate Relationship Event. A week of 12 hour days of coaching, activities and transformation. It has changed our relationship and our lives. In this episode learn what Paul and Kari’s biggest takeaways are. Keys to a deeper more connected and vibrant loving relationship.

Ready for some advanced thinking? If you love getting the best connections, your desired outcomes and being able to perform under pressure- then this one is for you. Power Thinking is the next level from Effective Thinking. It takes practice and it isn’t easy and it allows your brain to handle anything!!

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Despite knowing how to Think Effectively, we are human. We will fall into Lazy Thinking from time to time. Knowing how to identify and stop Lazy Thinking brings us back to neutral where we can become deliberate and create what we really want instead of repeating past patterns that don’t work.

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When you stop overthinking it is time to practice effective thinking. Not only to have effectiveness and efficiency but also to have greater fulfillment in your engagement with others. Using the formula for effective thinking will up-level what you are producing with your mind.

How do you go from the hard driving, high end lifestyle of a top model to a record holding ultra marathoner? You hit rock bottom and decide that there must be something more than the emptiness of having “it all”. That is what Mickey found in Ultra. He has crawled across the finish line in the death valley with bleeding kidneys, frozen his corneas in the Yukon, earned a guiness world record and finds fulfillment in simply living in joy and contentment. He is growing into the full potential of his abilities while inspiring others powerfully!

www.michelegraglia.com

Overthinking is like overdrinking. It seems like the thing to do at the time and has no good outcomes. When we ruminate or worry we take our energy to places that don’t serve what we truly want. Here is how to redirect your brain to get things done without spinning.

Confidence. The feeling that drives massive action. Top athletes, entrepreneurs and action takers desire this emotion for doing what generates results. This is the spectrum of confidence from Overconfidence to Humble confidence and what it looks like to create self-confidence for your best outcomes.

Your knees, they do so much for you and although you may be the "bees knees" - yours probably give you some pain and trouble once in awhile. Or maybe all of the time. Today Kari runs through everything you need to know about knee health and takes questions from the Empowered Team as well. Enjoy!

Ever wonder what the foster system is like? Or what it would be like to be an athlete with no legs… who missed the qualification for the paralympics by 1 spot? This guy has been through it all and keeps coming back stronger than ever with more heart than before. Learn more about how Zion has built a company, trains for the National Team in Track and Wrestling while figuring out ways to give back to foster kids. Why? Because he barely survived the abuse that he endured when he was in the system. He is truly incredible. www.zionclark.com

We aren’t computers but we tend to have default settings that we rely on so often. We also have programming, mental programming that is. This combination of human nature, culture and personality makes us who we are. However, so much of it is learned and we have the opportunity to to get back to our default setting as a human AND re-program what we choose in our lives.

Helping the most dedicated is what Dr. Toogood does every day. She is a psychologist to some of the top athletes in the world and is passionate about helping people live their best lives. How does she help those who are seemingly doing so well overcome what holds them back? Holding a safe space, helping people find their why and tailoring her work to their needs. She celebrates what it means to be human while continually learning herself. Listen in to Dr. Toogood’s wealth of knowledge. Catch her on her podcast: Heroes in the Midst for some fantastic stories and interviews. https://heroesinourmidst.ca/

Why would we ever get uncomfortable and challenge ourselves? To grow and feel deep fulfillment! In this episode learn why we regularly do 30 day challenges, the unexpected positive by-products and the 3 steps that will make any sort of challenge successful. Better yet, join us in our Sweet Free September 30 day challenge!

Learn more by emailing: info@empowerconditioning.com

You may have heard of intermittent fasting or even tried it and wondered why anyone would stop eating for extended periods of time. In today’s podcast you can learn more about intermittent fasting and what all the hype is about. Decide for yourself if you want to explore the health benefits and pump up the energy!

The Olympic series continues and this episode features Paul Duerden, former national team volleyball player. Paul has worked as a volleyball analyst over the last decade and shares some behind the scenes stories about what is going on during Olympic broadcasts! Paul covered both the men's and women's indoor volleyball matches for CBC during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

How do you get to the Olympics after 17 years of effort and having a late start? You never give up! That is the kind of perseverance that Canadian Olympic Diver Celina Toth has. In this interview learn the top recovery techniques Celina uses, how she qualified in unlikely circumstances and what meals olympic athletes really eat!

The Olympics are on! And the Empowered Team Podcast is celebrating with a four-part special series. Over the next four episodes we'll hear from athletes, a commentator, and a sports psychologist sharing their thoughts and views on the Games and everything that goes into them.

First out of the gate - Canadian rugby star Conor Trainor. Conor is currently in the midst of the 7's competition in Tokyo and battling for a spot to move onto the next round. So take a listen, watch the match and cheer Conor on!!

Feeling good has nothing to do with what is going on around you. It has everything to do with creating the feeling. Feeling good is a practice. A skill that can be developed with key tools that work. So instead of feeling meh… you can start to feel good. When you know how to generate positive feels then you can get to feeling amazing! Here are 3 areas to focus on with 9 tools to start you on the path to “Creating the Feel”.

Stay tuned - we have a series of special interviews lined up with some Olympians coming just in time for the Tokyo 2020 Games!

There is always a flipside. No matter how awful or how hard something is - something good is there. We may not see it or we may feel guilty for even looking for it. It is the path to our personal growth and recovery in something so challenging. Here is how you can find the flipside when it seems impossible to see.

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

Running a business, managing the renovation of a camp, juggling family life and carving out time to maintain optimal health is quite the juggling act. On this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast, Kari pulls back the curtain for a moment to share what is going on behind the scenes of The Empowered!

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

We future think and we past think. When we realize that everything that happens today was influenced by yesterday’s actions, behaviours and ways of being we have the power to choose what to do now to create the future we want. Use the questions to guide us to the future we want.

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

Most people in their lifetime will suffer with lower back pain but that does not have to stop you from recovering and living normally. Check out Kari's five minute facts on the lower back and more performance questions.

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

Wellness advocate, scientist, TedX speaker, and best-selling author, Dr. Greg Wells teaches how to sleep, eat, move, and think better with 1% changes. Do not miss this wide ranging conversation between Kari and Greg as they cover some of the secrets to unlocking your full potential!

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

As achievers we burn the candle at both ends and it can cost us our clarity, energy and productivity. We want sleep, but what we really want is the by-product of sleep ... feeling incredible and functioning at our highest level. Listen in for what you need to get the rest you really want.

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

Have you messed something up, failed or just not done the job. Felt like crap and then beat yourself up about it? While beating yourself up you dove into trying to do the thing that you failed at, from a space of fixing what was wrong? I have. Lots. But not anymore. Why? Because I review and plan forward through the viewpoint of a coach. How would a coach see this and move me forward while holding my best interests and success in the forefront?

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

We all know that in order to grow we need to get uncomfortable. However, what is hidden is that we tend to pick our favourite places to get uncomfortable. This happens in sport, our training, business and our families. It may be time to take a step back and decide where it is worth stepping into the discomfort!

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

Sugar - it takes a bad rap, but is it all doom and gloom for this sweet substance? Kari gets granular on this popular white crystal on today's show! Then it's on to some more general health and training questions you can learn from.

If you have questions relating to your health, training, or mindset - let us know and we'll get to them on the show! Simply email info@empowerconditioning.com with your question. And, if you'd like to join our powerhouse group, The Empowered Team head on over to TheEmpowered.Ca and check it out!!

When we are caught up with the urgent demands of day to day life we can forget how much we lose sight of where we want to go in life. We forget that who we are now and what we do now lays the foundation for our life in the near future and far future. Triple Vision is a way to stay on track daily and stay present daily for our bigger picture life!

The Empowered Team is your ticket to the next level. Power Up calls every Monday morning to get in the right mindset for your week and set impactful intentions as well. Two coaching calls a month to challenge your thinking and unlock your true potential - plus access to the Empowered Community and a host of resource videos and content. Join now at www.TheEmpowered.ca

It may seem like the last thing you want to do when you have work pressure, covid stress and family demands but it is certainly going to make a big difference in your life. Play. Play like a kid. Play for fun. Play to connect.

If you're looking for more resilience in your life, or simply looking to up your health, wellness, career, relationships, or drive - look no further than the Empowered Team. Find out more and grab your spot today at www.TheEmpowered.Ca

"Be more than an athlete" - "Find meaning and purpose despite the cards you've been dealt, persistent in playing your best hand" Wise words from Olympic bronze medalist Kevin Rempel, our guest today on the Empowered Team Podcast. Resilience is a fundamental part of Kevin's operating system and something he shares with all who come to know him. We're proud to bring you Kevin's story on this episode of the show!

If you're looking for more resilience in your life, or simply looking to up your health, wellness, career, relationships, or drive - look no further than the Empowered Team. Find out more and grab your spot today at www.TheEmpowered.Ca

Vitamin D - is it important? Don't we get enough being outside? Do I need to supplement with it or provide it to my kids? Kari tackles these questions and more as she takes you on a quick dive into vitamin D on today's 5 minute facts. Then it's on to some more general health and training questions you can learn from, enjoy.

If you have questions relating to your health, training, or mindset - let us know and we'll get to them on the show! Simply email info@empowerconditioning.com with your question. And, if you'd like to join our powerhouse group, The Empowered Team head on over to TheEmpowered.Ca and check it out!!

When life comes at you with all of the things... it can be daunting to decide what to do. Everything seems important but they aren’t. Some of the Urgent tasks are chipping away at your most important priorities. In this Mindset Monday we look at examples, results and strategies of urgent and important demands in life!

Speaking of things that are important - we are launching a Spring Boost program on Sunday the 18th of April and we want you in!

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Understanding your best performance involves the combination of optimal physical and mental state. Tapping into your innate wisdom for your ultimate physical results - want to know how to do it? Listen on friends as Kari digs into this concept in detail on this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast!

Do you want to get to the next level? Then the Empowered Team is for you. Visit TheEmpowered.ca to learn more.

Thanks for listening!

We all have done our share of fitting in… during our school years, on sports teams and in different jobs, careers or learning environments. But do you feel like you belong? That is what most of us are striving for without even realizing it. Here is the distinction between the two and why fitting in isn’t so bad after all!

We all get better at making decisions that happen on the regular. But what about the “stressful decisions” or the ones around money or family? Why is it that we get so stuck on a decision? And how do we truly have Decision Power?

Here we go, we have a new monthly segment coming your way! Kari kicks off our first 5 Minute Facts on the topic of fruit. What are the best types to eat? What about the sugar? What fruit is hit with the worst pesticide use? Kari answers these questions and more. Once a month we'll bring you 5 Minute Facts, a crash course on a health or wellness topic in an easily digestible format. Do you have a topic you'd want Kari to cover? Email us at info@empowerconditioning.com and as always, thanks for listening!

There are some things in life that we seem to find (or make) hard. Wouldn't it be fantastic if there was a shift we could make that could empower us to tackle those hard things and make them easy? Imagine if you could learn the secret over the course of ten minutes on a Monday morning ... you can!! Listen up as Kari brings you a powerful tool to add to your mental toolkit. If you're feeling grateful, fire her a thank you at info@empowerconditioning.com and also let us know what topics you'd love to learn more about! Thanks for listening.

Imagine you're on holiday right now on a sandy beach ... what could be better for a mental recharge? Well this scenario is still a dream for most of us given the country is locked down with travel restrictions. There couldn't be a more fitting time to discuss the concept of change and how it can benefit your mental state in the same way a break can! Listen on and maybe, just maybe you'll hear the waves lapping the shore.

Looking to be a part of a powerful group of motivated achievers, focused on peak performance in all aspects of life? Looking for a little accountability? Search no further than the Empowered Team - reach out to us at info@empowerconditioning.com to learn how you can join.

This is a juicy topic to kickoff your week! SO many of the things we think are reality are actually thoughts and it becomes so blurred in our minds that it can be difficult to perceive the difference. When we can make the distinction between thought and reality - we can dramatically alter the way we react and behave in an incredibly positive way. Make sure you share this powerful episode within your circle - make that thought a reality!

If there was ever a guest on the show that Kari could relate with on numerous levels ... it would be Harvie Harrington. This former professional athlete, coach, gym owner, motivational speaker, and author lives to change lives! Harvie says "We should all have the burning desire to push our limits. To understand that life is all about growth and constant change" and lives with this mindset everyday. We hope you enjoy this wide ranging conversation as much as Kari did!

Interested in getting to your next level? Email info@empowerconditioning.com to claim your spot on the Empowered Team. Weekly Power Up calls, two Coaching Calls a month, and a group of motivated individuals all pushing each others limits while staying accountable - you'll love it!

Meditation - have you tried it? Have you considered it? Is it working for you? Meditation is an extremely powerful tool but some of us struggle to get on, or stay on the wagon. On this episode Kari digs into some of the reasons people aren't trying it and shares some fresh ways to introduce it into your routine.

Coaching may seem like such a great career or hobby but it has a sucky side! Here is what you really want to know about coaching before you coach others, get coached or coach yourself!

Do you know that feeling ... you've pushed through and done something you didn't want to at first? And then realized how great it feels and how glad you were you did? Kari is all over this phenomenon today exploring "when it's worth it". Of course this topic relates to our thoughts and is a powerful lesson that can make a big difference in our day and week - enjoy!

Mandy Bujold has been a dominate force on the Canadian boxing scene for over a decade. In this episode of the Empowered Team Podcast she shares some powerful secrets on how to nurture support as an amateur athlete in Canada, get in the head of the toughest opponents, and enjoy life to the fullest. We learned so much in this conversation with Mandy, and we hope you do as well!

Welcome to a new week! Is this a week like the rest? Not for most people! We tend to put so much more emphasis on the last week and first week of the year. Start new things, make new decisions, get really motivated.... Just because it’s the new year? For this mindset monday it is time to be intentional about what story we bring to our next year. Why? Because we will keep telling this story about 2020 for the rest of our lives. In this episode discover the questions to unfold what you have learned in 2020 and how you can deliberately create what you want going forward.

Welcome to a New Year - finally! We've got a big episode for you to kick off 2021 featuring 5 easy steps to setting powerful goals. Also, we have news about some changes to the show you won't want to miss.

If you're looking to up level an area of your life, feel stuck in some way, or simply want optimal health and a mindset to match, look no further than the Empower Reset. Our fourth Reset launches January 22nd and we have a sneak peek session happening Monday, January 11th at 7.00 pm eastern. Email us at info@empowerconditioning.com to grab your free spot for the call and get a taste of what the Reset offers!

Happy holidays everyone - we hope you've been able to make the best of your current situation and connected with your loved ones in whatever way you could. In-person, online, from a distance, we're sure you brought your best this holiday season. Speaking of your best, Kari has a great lesson today on results - digging into the concept of now results vs later results. Listen on to learn the difference!

If you want to be a leader of others, there is a crucial skill you need to have and Kari shares it on this episode of Mindset Monday. From all of us on the Empower Team we want to wish you a healthy, happy, holiday season and hope you're able to make the best of whatever restrictions are in place wherever you are!

She runs, she jumps, she throws, and she also loves sliding down icy tracks in a bobsleigh! She's none other than Alecia Beckford Stewart and we are thrilled to have "Becks" on the show to share her experiences with you. All the best to you during this holiday season and enjoy this gift of hearing from Alecia!!

How do the words we speak land for others? How can our language shape our performance? In 10 minutes you'll have all the answers as Kari tackles the words we live by this week on the Empowered Athlete Podcast Mindset Monday!

Welcome to another week and another Mindset Monday! Today Kari will run you through 5 simple steps to reaching a new level - steps that you can take action on immediately.

We just wrapped up our third Empower Reset and were again blown away by the results achieved by the participants. Inspired, motivated, supercharged, connected, calm, elevated, and powerful were just some of the words they used to describe how they felt coming out of the Reset. Do you want to feel the same? Watch for our next Reset which will be launching in the New Year. With the holidays coming, it may just be the perfect gift for yourself or someone you care about. Email us at info@empowerconditioning.com to learn more!!

Here we go, another week, another Mindset Monday, and another chance to up your game! How would you like to have 2 easy rules to follow to perform better in any area of your life?? Look no further, Kari has you covered!

Our guest today is none other than Canadian Ice Dance legend Andrew Poje! We caught up with Andrew during a brief pause in his jam packed schedule to talk about his career, the Olympics, baking bread, Battle of the Blades and so much more. Enjoy!

As we approach the holiday season we are reminded that it is a time to give back - Andrew is a big supporter of "Right to Play" so be sure to take some time and learn a little more about the amazing work going on there.

When you lay down to sleep at night is your mind running wild? Going bananas? Kari calls it Monkey Mind and it's a barrage of thoughts on loop that can be hard to shut off. Well good news ... Kari will walk you through how to tame that orangutang and get your mind focused on where it needs to be!

Wow. Sometimes life just keeps coming at you and for us it's been an action packed couple of months. Getting through the challenges life can throw at you takes skills and practice. On this episode of the podcast we dig into the events that have shaped our days and nights and what has worked (and what hasn't) in dealing with them. We hope you can take something away that will elevate your experience!

We have a wonderful treat for you today - Beach Volleyball World Champion Melissa Humana-Paredes joins the show to talk volleyball, training during the pandemic, finding your identity and banana bread amongst other things! Melissa is a joy to talk to and her energy is infectious (I know ... great word choice given the current climate). We hope you love this conversation as much as we did, stay well!!

Quick reminder, the third Empower Reset starts next week and you still haven't signed up. What elements of your life do you want to up-level? Do you want to shift the focus onto yourself to be your best? How do better relationships, fitness, motivation, thoughts, focus, and drive sound? This is your chance - go to www.theempowered.ca right now and grab your spot for our November Reset.

Happy Monday everyone and welcome to another opportunity to up level your mindset! Today Kari is asking the question "Are you an actions manager?" - sounds like it might be a good thing, but it's not if high performance is your goal. Listen up for a great lesson on a mental shift you can make that will have massive results in your life.

Speaking of massive results, we are running another Empower Virtual Reset starting in the first week of November! Our last two Resets have brought the participants incredible results in living their lives to the fullest. Mental, physical and spiritual growth is the game - launching you into the darker months of the year in top gear. Go to www.TheEmpowered.Ca to get in on this Reset.

For a strength coach in Canada - working with an NHL team is often the dream and Alan Selby is doing just that. But, it's a tough industry and definitely a business. In this conversation, Alan sheds light on his unique career path, what it's really like working with a pro team and what some of the highlights and lowlights are. Don't miss this insightful conversation with Alan!

Yes it's true, we've just aired our 100th episode! And as a thank you to our listeners we're giving away one of Paul's Team Canada Volleyball Jerseys! To be entered in the draw for the jersey follow these steps:

Snap a screenshot of your favourite athlete interview episode.
Post your pic on Instagram or Facebook.
Tag the your selected athlete as well as Kari, Paul or Cassie Hawrysh (our guest host!)

That's it. Good luck and thank you for following us through our first 100 episodes, we're looking forward to 100 more with you!!

Let's kick off a big week by addressing a key question ... is it better to focus on efficiency or effectiveness? Are they same thing? And if not, what's the difference. Super coach Kari has the answer!

Yes it's true, we've just aired our 100th episode! And as a thank you to our listeners we're giving away one of Paul's Team Canada Volleyball Jerseys! To be entered in the draw for the jersey follow these steps:

Snap a screenshot of your favourite athlete interview episode.
Post your pic on Instagram or Facebook.
Tag the your selected athlete as well as Kari, Paul or Cassie Hawrysh (our guest host!)

That's it. Good luck and thank you for following us through our first 100 episodes, we're looking forward to 100 more with you!!

Yes it's true, it's our 100th episode and to celebrate we've brought in a special guest host to interview Kari and Paul. And as a thank you to our listeners we're giving away one of Paul's Team Canada Volleyball Jerseys! To be entered in the draw for the jersey follow these steps:

Snap a screenshot of your favourite athlete interview episode.
Post your pic on Instagram or Facebook.
Tag the your selected athlete as well as Kari, Paul or Cassie Hawrysh (our guest host!)

That's it. Good luck and thank you for following us through our first 100 episodes, we're looking forward to 100 more with you!!

Are you taking action on the most important things in your day that can forward your career, relationships, and happiness? Or are you busy being busy with to-do lists and filling time with tasks that don't really move the needle? Get your mindset right for a big week as Kari leverages the well known analogy of a jar filled with rocks, pebbles and sand - enjoy!

Our guest today is one of the world's foremost minds on nutrition, coaching and changing lives - but he's so much more than that. Dr. John Berardi is a husband, father, speaker, author, and all-around caring man who built a business on empowering others to take charge of their health, diet, fitness, and careers. His latest book - "Change Maker -Turn Your Passion for Health and Fitness Into a Powerful Purpose and a Wildly Successful Career" is a MUST HAVE tool for anyone entering into the health and fitness field. In this episode Dr. Birardi touches on what inspired the book, and provides deep insights into the habits and mindset he's used to continually up his game.

Thank you so much for your support! If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

We're doing it again! September will be sugar free for Kari and I - but the point isn't to simply avoid sugar, it's to strengthen our mindset. This month long exercise is a massive boost for our ability to control our choices and thoughts on a daily basis. And, it will prep you for the sugar onslaught of Thanksgiving, Halloween, and December holidays that loom as we shift into shorter days and longer nights! Join us in the challenge, email info@empowerconditioning.com and we'll set you up.

If you're looking to join our September Reset go to www.theempowered.ca

to learn more and submit your application!

Confused by the title for this week's Mindset Monday? Take a listen to solve the mystery and find a new way to look at your successes - and build huge momentum in the areas of your life that need it most!

A new RESET program is coming fast with limited space available. Follow the link below to learn more, claim your spot and take your life to the next level!!

https://www.theempowered.ca

Blindspots can hold us back in so many ways, from seeing how we can improve a relationship, eat better, think in a more healthy way, or simply get to the next level in performance. Kick off your week by giving this new skill that Kari shares about in this episode a try!

The Empowered Reset is coming and space is extremely limited. Follow the link below to learn more about this life changing program!!

https://www.theempowered.ca

Life can be a pain, COVID-19 is a pain, there is emotional pain, mental pain, and physical pain. How do you deal with it? What's the worst you've ever experienced? How will you cope when it shows itself again in your life? We dive deep into our experience with pain and offer some key insights into taking control back over something we all encounter!!

An Empowered Reset is coming - and this one is for anyone on the frontline battling the pandemic. Doctors, law enforcement, first responders, health care professionals and all of the other heroes who have been putting the community first, and themselves on the back burner. It's time for them to push the RESET button with 21 days of online teamwork and 3 days in Muskoka for a life changing retreat. If you, or someone you know needs a serious reset then follow the link below to learn more and please share it as well. The RESET program gets under way on September 14th with space being extremely limited. Get in now!!

Empowered Reset Link

This is the conversation that we need to be having around the pandemic. What are you doing to take control of your health and why isn't anyone talking about it? Kari shares her thoughts and ideas along with some interesting statistics relating to the pandemic on where we should be focusing for our own best vitality!

Cue Michael Buffer because Kari is back with another Mindset Monday and this time she's talking about how to rumble. This may not be the street fight you're picturing, but rather a way to go deep in a conversation and get to what's real and authentic. Enjoy!

The Empowered Team has some big things in the works - hit us up at info@empowerconditioning.com to get on our mailing list to be in the know before everybody else. Stay well.

We make decisions all the time. What to eat, what to wear, where to hangout. But if you're making a BIG decision there are a few things you really don't want to do. Make sure the odds of making a good decision are in your favour. Kari shares three of the biggest decision making mistakes on today's recording and you'll want to avoid them all!

Enjoy and please share the show!

After a serious injury in the Stanley Cup finals and still feeling the sting of being cut from the 2010 Olympic team, Dan Hamhuis knew something had to change. Dan is now an Olympic gold medalist and a veteran leader with the Nashville Predators - but the real story is the shift in Dan's mentality that elevated his professionalism to completely different level. We're pumped to provide you with this insightful conversation with Dan Hamhuis!

We have some HUGE events coming up this year to help you elevate every aspect of your life. If you're curious, drop us a line at info@empowerconditioning.com and we'll send you the goods. As always, thanks for listening and please share the show with everyone you know. Stay well!

We clean our cars, we clean out the closet, but do you ever clean up your grey matter!? Well on this edition of Mindset Monday Kari will walk you through how to do just that. Imagine all the great things you'll have room to remember and use will all the new drive space. And as a bonus, think of all the junk you can delete out of your personal recycle bin. Send your thanks to Kari at info@empowerconditioning.com

If you're interested in learning about the great programs that we have planned for the coming year let us know via the email address above and we'll add you to our mailing list to keep you posted on the latest and greatest. Have an incredible week!

In her work life, our guest today helps companies plan for multiple futures as the path they travel is never linear - how fitting for a pentathlete trying to train for 5 sports amid a pandemic! On this episode we welcome Kelly Fitzsimmons to the show and cover her sporting career past and present, what it's like to befriend a horse in 20 minutes, and how she's staying sane during lockdown. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!

Thank you for continuing to support the show - reach out to us at info@empowerconditioning.com with your feedback, questions and comments.

"The Last Dance" is an incredible behind the scenes look at the Chicago Bulls dynasty - and an eye opening exploration of Michael Jordan and his methods. If you haven't seen it, don't worry we don't spoil the show, but we do discuss the elements of the series that clearly show Michael Jordan was simply on another level. Will we ever see another athlete like him? You tell us! info@empowerconditioning.com

Pop quiz - do you have a growth or fixed mindset? Kari, in her continual quest for knowledge wanted to know and dug into Carol Dweck's work on the topic. This episode may surprise you and have you asking questions of yourself that could unlock the next level in your life.

We're nearly through week one of the Empowered Reset and the participates (Paul included) have already experienced breakthroughs, started healthy new habits, and found more energy and joy in their lives. We're sorry you've missed this session but reach out to info@empowerconditioning.com if you'd like in on the next one, or access to great new tools we're building. Stay well!

We're all nice people aren't we? Of course we are, but if you think about an ex, or a rival team, or that one guy at work, what are your thoughts like towards that person or group? How do those thoughts affect you and do they have power over you or what you can accomplish? The answer might surprise you! Many of us are still stuck at home as North America slowly begins the process of reopening it's doors. Stay positive by listening to positive people, connecting with friends and family anyway you can, and keeping active.

The first ever Empowered Reset launches tomorrow but we can still squeeze you in if you reach out to info@empowerconditioning.com by 7.00 pm tonight (Monday May 18th). We are stoked to be bringing 30 days of mindset work, physical training, spiritual growth and positivity to the high performers who've enrolled - you could be one of them! Stay well.

"How you do anything ... is how you do everything!" great words that our guest today, Olympic Fencer Joseph Polossifakis lives by. Joseph competes in one of the fastest sports in the world and this left handed master of the sabre has had some incredible experiences. One of those experiences threatened his career and has left him with lingering effects to this day. A bad concussion in 2014 sidelined Joseph for almost a year but he found his way back to the piste in time for the qualification process for the Olympic games in Rio. Now he's facing new challenges with his competitions and qualifying for Tokyo up in the air. We're sure you're going to enjoy this conversation with Joseph as much as we did!

Time is running out to reserve your spot in the Empower Reset - do not miss this 30-day virtual retreat that will energize your body, spirit, and soul. Email us at info@empowerconditioning.com to get all of the details and plot a course for an amazing month of growth - see you there!!

If absence makes the heart grow fonder, what does 24/7 COVID fuelled proximity create?? On this episode of the show Kari and Paul dive into life together, really together, all the time together and how it's working out, or not. Being stuck at home comes with significant challenges and your hosts are not immune. Learn what has led to some big breakthroughs and a few tips on what you can do to be the best version of yourself throughout the stay at home period!

Do NOT miss your opportunity to transform your body, vitality and mindset over the coming month - the Empowered Reset is coming fast and you need to grab your spot! Contact Kari at info@empowerconditioning.com to have your questions answered and secure a place in the most transformational program of the season.

Do you ever catch yourself judging? Is it helping or hurting your mindset? On today's Mindset Monday Kari offers up some medicine in the form of the judgment remedy to help you look at things in a way that will serve you, and others best. Speaking of serving - Kari is hosting an online essential oils meet-up this Tuesday, April 21st at 6.00 pm EST. You'll love the immediate impact you can have on your health and wellbeing with Kari showing you just how easy it is. Contact us via info@empowerconditioning.com to get your personal link to the class. See you there!

International volleyball star TJ Sanders joins the show and the timing couldn't be better. The world has turned upside down over the last month and TJ is no stranger to challenge and turmoil. On this episode he shares some of his secrets to maintaining a positive mindset, overcoming difficulty, and finding the good in every situation - along with the secret to making the national team. Here's a hint, it may involve cleaning! We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did with TJ Sanders.

Don't forget to join Kari for an online essential oils meet-up this Tuesday, April 21st at 6.00 pm EST. You'll love the immediate impact you can have on your health and wellbeing with Kari showing you just how easy it is. Contact us via info@empowerconditioning.com to get your personal link to the class. See you there!

As we spend week after week practising social distancing, spending the bulk of our time indoors, and isolating from others our mentality is being put to the test. In this episode we discuss the need for a strong awareness of how our mind, focus, and thoughts can influence our experience and our relationships with those closest to us!

If this podcast has helped you in some way, do us a huge favour and share it with those around you - we need your support to grow the show! If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you. Stay well and stay positive!

Another week of isolation and lock down presents with a great opportunity to do a little more work on our mindset. Never has it been more important to be aware of your state, your focus, and your thoughts. To support you in being your best mentally we've pulled one of Kari's recordings from the fall that hasn't aired yet - taking a look at the difference between "doing" all of the time and shifting focus on who we are being. In these challenging times keep disciplined with finding time for activity, eating well, and nourishing your mind. Connect with others any way you can and we'll all get through this pandemic together. Wishing you love and health - Kari & Paul.

Reach out to us anytime for more information on online training, public speaking, events, or retreats via info@empowerconditioning.com.

These are challenging times and we're all being challenged to find a new way to do things, to overcome, and to thrive. With that in mind we bring you someone who has done that his whole life - choreographer, dancer, director, Mr. JJ Villar. Drive and determination brought JJ to the big stage from Bogota, Columbia. He's the holder of two world championship Drum Corp titles, he's worked with Wayne Foster Entertainment (think Gloria Gaynor, Toni Braxton), the Millennium Dance Complex, the Michael Jackson "One" show and Cirque Du Soleil. But away from the bright lights JJ has overcome incredible hardship and through it all is one of the most positive people you could meet. We think it's the perfect time to shine some light in your life with our guest JJ Villar.

Thank you so much for your support. If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Crazy times friends, crazy times. Hopefully, you and your family are well and embracing the challenges the COVID-19 outbreak has presented us with. It's forcing us to think and act differently and that can be a good thing. Speaking of thinking, we wanted to share a recording with you that Kari made back at the start of the school year, taking a look at how to use your urges to create confidence. It's something we can all try and may give you the edge you need to up your game! Enjoy, and keep washing your hands.

Reach out to us anytime for more information on online training, public speaking, events, or retreats via info@empowerconditioning.com.

Angela Lewis has done it all in the basketball world, authored 3 books and inspired hundreds of young athletes to believe in themselves and their abilities. If you were to imagine the ultimate coach you'd want to expose young athletes to - with the goal of having them fall in love with sport - Angela would be it! Angela's deep experience in the sport of basketball, from NCAA to pro leagues in Europe, as a player and a coach, supports her quest to empower the lives of young athletes. You're going to love Angela Lewis!

Thank you so much for your support. If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

When you're faced with a big decision, something that will alter your path or change your life, what do you do? In this episode Paul interviews Kari on the creation of Empower Conditioning and we learn what was going on behind the scenes to make it happen. It's a story few truly know and there are a number of big takeaways we can all use on our own decision making process. It's also a time of dramatic change for Empower in 2020 and we reveal a few of the things that are in the works - don't miss it!

Thank you so much for your support. If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hey top performers, Kari is back with another instalment of Mindset Monday looking at food diaries. Take a quick listen to see if you're looking at this task the right way and start your week with something to chew on, mentally! Keep learning, growing and having fun this week and don't forget to share this podcast with some of your friends - thank you for your support!

Reach out to us anytime for more information on online training, public speaking, events, or retreats via info@empowerconditioning.com.

If you're a female athlete, coach female athletes, have a daughter, or know any woman at all, then you have to listen to Lanni Marchant's story. One of Canada's fastest runners ever, Marchant went from competing at two events in the Olympic games to being barely able to walk down a hallway. Her open and honest assessment of what happened, and the changes she's had to make in her training and mindset are a must listen, and bound to inspire you! Listen to the show, share with everyone you know and learn from Lanni's wisdom, we sure did!

Thank you so much for your support. If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

What's in your house? Not the food in the fridge, not the dog or the cat, the stuff you have. What is it? Why is it there? What meaning does it hold? Kari and Paul are in the middle of the move and analyzing everything they own, and are coming up with some unique insights. In this episode they dig deep into the closet to unravel why we're hanging on to so many things. Don't be surprised if you go on a purge of your stuff after you finish listening. You can thank us later.

If you're looking for a dynamic speaker (or two!) to motivate your team, keynote your next event, or create breakthroughs for your staff - simply reach out to info@empowerconditioning.com to connect with Kari and Paul. As always, please share this podcast with everyone you know to help it grow, thank you so much for listening.

Our guest today is one of the world's foremost minds on nutrition, coaching and changing lives - but he's so much more than that. Dr. John Berardi is a husband, father, speaker, author, and all-around caring man who built a business on empowering others to take charge of their health, diet, fitness, and careers. His latest book - "Change Maker -Turn Your Passion for Health and Fitness Into a Powerful Purpose and a Wildly Successful Career" is a MUST HAVE tool for anyone entering into the health and fitness field. In this episode Dr. Birardi touches on what inspired the book, and provides deep insights into the habits and mindset he's used to continually up his game.

Thank you so much for your support! If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Kari is back with another Mindset Monday to get your week off to the right start! Today she shares an insight into how our mind is often trying to dominate our actions, and how you can retake control.

If you'd like to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Kaillie Humphries has taken a stand - on the Olympic podium 3 times, World Championship podium 9 times, and now for herself and what she believes in. In a shocking turn of events Kaillie has broken ties with Bobsleigh Canada, and will now be competing for the United States. How on earth did this happen? Of course there are two sides to every story, but for today it's Kaillie's turn, as we dig deep into her athletic journey and get some insight into the events that led one of Canada's greatest Olympians to break ties with the country she calls home.

Thank you so much for your support! If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

We're hungry for big things in 2020 and we bet you are too! It's great to set goals but we also need to ensure we're building towards a powerful vision of our best life in every area. So on this episode of the show, Kari and Paul share some secrets on how to do just that, because if running your first marathon comes at the cost of creating amazing romance in your life, or moving to the next level at work, or giving back to your community, is it really worth it?

If you're looking for a dynamic speaker at your next event who can motivate, educate, and inspire, we have a couple of great options for you! Simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

If you could go back in time 10 years and tell yourself everything that was going on in your life today - would your past self believe it? Kari and Paul kicked off the past decade by experiencing almost all of the top stressors in life, and their marriage barely survived the process. In this episode Kari and Paul share their highest and lowest moments of the last 10 years and touch on the biggest lessons they learned.

From our family to yours, we wish you an incredible New Year celebration and all the best for 2020 and beyond!

12 thirty-day challenges in a row? Check. 6 fifteen-hour days with Tony Robbins? Yup. Kari and Paul look back on the 12:30 Challenge and their epic trip to Date With Destiny in this week's episode, sharing lessons learned, wins, fails, and why Tony Robbins loves loud music and laser beams! Happy Holidays Everyone!

Since 2003, 80% of Canadian Olympic athletes have shared a common trait, they've been supported by the Canadian Athletes Now Fund - the game changing inspiration of Jane Roos. On this episode we catch up with Jane and her extremely athletic husband Conrad Leinemann (former beach volleyball pro), to find out how and why the fund was created and gather inspiration from this incredible couple who've raised over $40,000,000 in support of Canadian athletes! Given that it's the season of giving, now is the ideal time to contribute to CAN Fund and support the next wave of Canadian Olympic stars and hopefuls. Hop on the link below to learn about the different programs CAN Fund has in place to give your support!

Head here to lend your support --> http://canadianathletesnow.ca

The title says it all - who's in charge of you? Are you doing what others want you to do or what motivates, inspires and drives you? Open your mind to another great Mindset Monday! Have a great week.

If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Taking yourself to the next level (in any realm) takes commitment, a desire to learn, humility and help. Kari is always on the lookout for anything that can take it up a notch and in this episode we share our secret for getting a nitrous boost to the next stage.

It's December which means it's the final challenge in our year of 30 day challenges - aka the 12:30 Challenge. This month's challenge is all about THE JAR. What is the JAR you ask? It is how you will be accountable for the crummy habit you want to break.

Do you swear more than you'd like? Do you want to workout more? Do you forget to pack a lunch? Or want to bicker less with your spouse?

You make the call- decide what you want to make a change with and do it for 30 days!

Once you know what you want to change... then, put your money where your mouth is. How much will go into the jar when you "swear" or do the thing that you pick?

It is the season of giving so once you've contributed to your jar, commit to donating it to a charity or organization you want to support at this special time of year!

It's a voice you're sure to know - Mark Lee, veteran of 14 Olympic games. Mark has covered a variety of Olympic sports during his career, including Athletics, Women’s Hockey, Figure Skating, Beach and Indoor Volleyball and Cycling. At home, Lee covered the Canadian Football League for 17 years and called the play-by-play of three Grey Cup Championships in 2005, 2006 and 2007 - the highlight being the memorable 2005 overtime championship between Montreal and Edmonton. He was also CBC’s play-by-play voice on western national games of Hockey Night in Canada from 2007-2014. Lee has won multiple broadcasting awards, including 2 Geminis (now Canadian Screen Awards), 2 ACTRAs and 2 silver medals at the New York Festivals. His play-by-play commentary of women’s hockey at Sochi 2014, included Team Canada’s dramatic come-from-behind overtime victory over the USA in the gold medal game. The broadcast won the Canadian Screen Award for Best Live Sports Event. His commentary of Athletics at the 2016 Rio Olympics earned him a nomination for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Sports Play-by-Play. The Empowered Athlete Podcast is thrilled to welcome Mark Lee to the show.

Thank you so much for your support! If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Finding clarity refined your goal - now Kari teaches you how to realize them. With 3 big concepts in mind, you'll be on the fastest route to success!

If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

During the most crucial moments, under massive stress and pressure - Simon Whitfield focuses on the breath - and great things happen. Olympic champion, Canadian Sport Hall of Fame inductee, triathlon legend, Simon Whitfield joins the Empowered Athlete Podcast to discuss performance, life after sport, and amongst other things, enjoying the moment. We hope you enjoy this enlightening discussion with a true Canadian hero.

2 months to go in the 12:30 challenge. Maybe you haven't tried a single 30 day challenge that we've served up this year, well that changes today! November is about connection, so reach out to those around you, near and far, and let them know what they mean to you and what they bring to your life. Do it at least twice a day and you'll meet this month's success criteria - get connected!! Join our free group to share your stories and love with our amazing community, the link is below:

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Last month I interviewed Kari, picking her brain for her top strength and conditioning tips. This month the tables are turned and Kari interviews me on my daily routine. From sleeping to eating and everything in between, Kari's questions reveal so many things that I don't even realize I'm doing, to help me stay healthy, active and going strong. Hopefully, you can take away one or two ideas to incorporate into your daily routine and see a difference in your performance!

2 months to go in the 12:30 challenge. Maybe you haven't tried a single 30 day challenge that we've served up this year, well that changes today! November is about connection, so reach out to those around you, near and far, and let them know what they mean to you and what they bring to your life. Do it at least twice a day and you'll meet this month's success criteria - get connected!! Join our free group to share your stories and love with our amazing community, the link is below:

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Knowledge is power right!? Well if that's the case we should all be ruling the world with the amount of information available to us through our smartphones. No, something else is needed to transform that information into power and Kari has the answer for you to kickstart your week!

If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Lightning in a bottle - lightning on the track, none other than Cassie Hawrysh joins us on the show for a DEEP look into the dangerous sport of skeleton, and the broken system that supports it. Cassie is authentic and real, describing the highs and soul crushing lows of her experience with the national team and everything in between. This episode is a must listen for athlete and coaches alike!

Have you taken up the 12:30 Challenge? The last 10 days of October can get you started - we're taking it outside and challenging you to get into the great outdoors for a minimum of 30 minutes every single day. This could be changing your commute, playing with kids, hiking, or walking the dog but it needs to 30 minutes outside beyond what you would normally spend there. So join in, breathe the fresh air and grab a friend for the 12:30 Challenge. Join our free group via the link below to share your experience, see you outside!

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Does a song or sight instantly generate a feeling or emotion in you? What if you could sniff a drop of peppermint oil and instantly put yourself in an energized state, wouldn't that be incredible? Well anchoring can help you do it. Kari explains this powerful tool to add to your mindset kit on this episode.

If you're wanting to connect with us for online training, public speaking events or more, simply send your request to info@empowerconditioning.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

"She shoots she scores!" is something that commentators around the world have said time and time again covering a game featuring Rebecca Johnston. Veteran of three Olympic games and holder of two gold medals, Rebecca is one of the worlds most dominant forwards. In this episode she reveals the most influential points of her career that took her to the pinnacle of women's hockey and opens up about how tough a journey it can be for an elite athlete.

Three months are left in 2019 which means three 30 day challenges remain. Have you taken up the 12:30 Challenge? October could be your month - we're taking it outside and challenging you to get into the great outdoors for a minimum of 30 minutes every single day. This could be changing your commute, playing with kids, hiking, or walking the dog but it needs to 30 minutes outside beyond what you would normally spend there. So join in, breathe the fresh air and grab a friend for the 12:30 Challenge. Join our free group via the link below to share your experience, see you outside!

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Kari Schneider has been at the top of the Strength and Conditioning game for over 20 years - so in this episode Paul asks the questions and Kari answers, on the key components of her programming that take her athletes to the next level. We touch on the pillars of Kari's plans, periodization, and bust a few training myths along the way!

Three months are left in 2019 which means three 30 day challenges remain. Have you taken up the 12:30 Challenge? October could be your month - we're taking it outside and challenging you to get into the great outdoors for a minimum of 30 minutes every single day. This could be changing your commute, playing with kids, hiking, or walking the dog but it needs to 30 minutes outside beyond what you would normally spend there. So join in, breathe the fresh air and grab a friend for the 12:30 Challenge. Join our free group via the link below to share your experience, see you outside!

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Power up as Kari takes you through positive and negative energy on this edition of Mindset Monday! These energies are always present and can't be ignored - of course we all want to "just stay positive", but awareness of the whole picture leads to bigger results and better performance!

If you enjoyed this episode, or if you didn't, let us know! If you did like it, share it, screenshot and post it, do what you need to do to help spread the word. Either way we'd love to have your feedback so send it to pd@empowerconditioning.com and thanks for listening.

Flowing and beautiful above the surface, but a blender of heart pounding, leg kicking mayhem below. As you'll find out in this episode featuring two-time Olympian Karine Thomas, elite synchronized swimming is absolutely gruelling, and a lifetime of work and training goes into the flawless routines you see above water. Karine takes us through the highs and lows of a decade at the top of her sport!

Three months are left in 2019 which means three 30 day challenges remain. Have you taken up the 12:30 Challenge? October could be your month - we're taking it outside and challenging you to get into the great outdoors for a minimum of 30 minutes every single day. This could be changing your commute, playing with kids, hiking, or walking the dog but it needs to 30 minutes outside beyond what you would normally spend there. So join in, breathe the fresh air and grab a friend for the 12:30 Challenge. Join our free group via the link below to share your experience, see you outside!

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

I AM ... (fill in the blank) - but be careful, because as Kari explains in this episode how you perceive yourself has a huge influence on what you're trying to achieve. This is a juicy topic that can have a massive impact on your goals, and shed light on some of autopilot thoughts that are running through your head and hindering your progress.

If you enjoyed this episode, or if you didn't, let us know! If you did like it, share it, screenshot and post it, do what you need to do to help spread the word. Either way we'd love to have your feedback so send it to pd@empowerconditioning.com and thanks for listening.

We start our second season of the Empowered Athlete Podcast with an inspirational story you don't want to miss. Jen Broxterman was one of Canada's top Cross Fit competitors, a nutritionist by trade and someone who shared health and wellness with everyone she met. At the age of 34 she was told she had not one, but two types of cancer and her reaction was anything but typical, leading to an outcome no-one could have predicted.

You can support Jen via the Go Fund Me link below:

https://www.gofundme.com/jen039s-fight-gone-right

The Twelve Thirty Challenge hasn't stopped. To help you reset your sweet tooth we're eliminating sugar for the entire month of September. It's the perfect time to do it as Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas are coming up and the temptation of sugary food will be everywhere. Join the free group to take the journey with Paul and Kari and challenge yourself each month of 2019!

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

New team, new school, new sport, new job - Kari and Paul are back with their top tips to kick off a new season in style! It's a perfect topic for September and fitting for the show as well, after a slow summer the Empowered Athlete Podcast is revving up for a second round of incredible interviews, mindset mastery, and so much more.

The Twelve Thirty Challenge hasn't stopped. To help you reset your sweet tooth we're eliminating sugar for the entire month of September. It's the perfect time to do it as Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas are coming up and the temptation of sugary food will be everywhere. Join the free group to take the journey with Paul and Kari and challenge yourself each month of 2019!

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Money - it can be one touchy subject and we can all carry a lot of baggage around in terms of our thoughts about it. Paul and Kari are back after a summer break and dive into a discussion around money and how it can affect athletes and their identity.

We want your feedback on what you'd like to hear about from us, who you'd like us to interview, and what you think of the show. Fire a quick email to pd@empowerconditioning.com to get in touch!

As mentioned in this episode, the 12:30 Challenge in August is to eliminate TV from our lives for the entire month! Join our free Facebook group to get support from our Empower Conditioning community:

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Kari's back with another 10 minute mental blast to help you be your best! Today she delves into systems and how they can be leveraged to take various aspects of our lives to the next level, enjoy, and have yourself a fantastic week!

Did you take on a 30-day challenge to start 2019? Well we're doing a 30 day challenge EVERY month of 2019, so join us and push yourself to the next level! Our goal this month is to declutter our lives by getting rid of unneeded items at a rate of one or two a day. Sell them, pass them on, recycle, do whatever it takes to get these things out of the house and then bask in the joy of an organized room or home! Simply click the link below to join in on the fun.

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Kirk Muyres is one of Canada's top curlers, having competed in 6 Brier Tournaments, winning a bronze medal with team Saskatchewan in 2015. He's also represented Canada in mixed doubles winning a bronze medal at World's in 2018. End after end, curling almost always comes down to a final rock deciding who will score and who won't. There's massive pressure and nowhere to hide. Kirk shares with us his mental tactics to not only cope in this pressure cooker environment, but thrive in it, and there are lessons shared that every athlete can learn from!

Away from the ice, Kirk is committed to supporting the mental wellbeing of farmers in Canada - please check out the Do More Agriculture Foundation (DoMore) which Kirk co-created and see if there is a way you can contribute as well!

Did you take on a 30-day challenge to start 2019? Well we're doing a 30 day challenge EVERY month of 2019, so join us and push yourself to the next level! Our goal this month is to declutter our lives by getting rid of unneeded items at a rate of one or two a day. Sell them, pass them on, recycle, do whatever it takes to get these things out of the house and then bask in the joy of an organized room or home! Simply click the link below to join in on the fun.

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Olympic gold-medalist Alex Kopacz joins the podcast to go deep into his journey to Olympic glory. Alex takes us through his incredible challenges and struggles, the amazing relationships he developed, the physics of his sport, and sheds light on serious issues in the Canadian system. The Empowered Athlete Podcast is thrilled to present you with part 2 of our interview with Alex Kopacz

Did you take on a 30-day challenge to start 2019? Well we're doing a 30 day challenge EVERY month of 2019, so join us and push yourself to the next level! We're wrapping up a month of daily squats and planks in May and transitioning to organization for June. Our goal next month is to declutter our lives by getting rid of unneeded items at a rate of one or two a day. Sell them, pass them on, recycle, do whatever it takes to get these things out of the house and then bask in the joy of an organized room or home! Simply click the link below to join in on the fun.

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Olympic gold-medalist Alex Kopacz joins the podcast to go deep into his journey to Olympic glory. Alex takes us through his incredible challenges and struggles, the amazing relationships he developed, the physics of his sport, and sheds light on serious issues in the Canadian system. The Empowered Athlete Podcast is thrilled to present you with part 1 of our interview with Alex Kopacz

Did you take on a 30-day challenge to start 2019? Well we're doing a 30 day challenge EVERY month of 2019, so join us and push yourself to the next level! We're wrapping up a month of daily squats and planks in May and transitioning to organization for June. Our goal next month is to declutter our lives by getting rid of unneeded items at a rate of one or two a day. Sell them, pass them on, recycle, do whatever it takes to get these things out of the house and then bask in the joy of an organized room or home! Simply click the link below to join in on the fun.

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Failure to plan is planning to fail. You've heard it before but are you applying it in all areas of your life. Plan on learning something new today as Kari talks about Planning for Success!

This is Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life.

Please help us promote the podcast, share our show with everyone you know and ask them to subscribe. We'd love to hear your thoughts and feedback - send it to PD@EmpowerConditioning.com

You don't have to be on the ice or on court to be on a team. We're on teams at work, in our community, and at home. So how can you excel at being the ultimate team player? Kari has the answer.

This is Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life.

Please help us promote the podcast, share our show with everyone you know and ask them to subscribe. We'd love to hear your thoughts and feedback - send it to PD@EmpowerConditioning.com

What gets you out of bed in the morning? Where do you find the fire to crank out a great training session or workout? Finding motivation can at times be effortless, and at others, pure hell. Kari and Paul dive into motivation on this episode!

It's May and that means we have a new 12:30 Challenge - remember this is our YEAR of 30 day challenges! This month is going to be a squat and plank challenge. That's right, we won't be skipping leg day. Kari has laid out a plan of squat and plank exercises for us to all do, each day of the month. You've got to join in to follow along, so click the link below and engage with our group, we'd love to have you!

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So much power lies in the choices we make or in some cases, don't make! In this episode Kari helps you unlock the strength of choice.

This is Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life.

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The name Hayley Wickenheiser is synonymous with dedication, excellence, and ice hockey. A true inspiration to all female athletes, Wickenheiser shares with us how she hasn't slowed down since hanging up her skates two years ago. Pursuing a career in medicine, working with the Toronto Maple Leafs and running the worlds largest women's hockey festival - Wick Fest (wickfest.com) Hayley is on the go constantly and naturally an expert on managing priorities in sport, work and life.

Looking to become the next Hayley Wickenheiser? You'll need to work hard everyday, on and off the ice. Kari has the perfect program to support your journey, designed specifically for female hockey players. Simply follow the link below to gain your edge!

http://performanceedgehockey.com/

Let's get our grey matter in gear for another fantastic week and Kari has the lesson for today on How to Appreciate!

This is Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life.

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Today we have the pleasure of sharing with you an interview with a leader, someone who displays all of the characteristics of a true captain. A relentless work ethic combined with discipline, focus, drive and a good dose of humour describes Harry Jones, veteran of Canada's Rugby Sevens team and their leader, on and off the field.

Our 12:30 Challenge continues in April with a theme that will help make the world a better place, for ourselves and everything living on it. The challenge? Eliminate your use of single-use plastics in April. Plastic is everywhere and sadly, degrading our environment at a depressing rate. Let's all join together to make a small difference and shine a bright light on our out-of-control plastic use.

Join our group for support, tips, and more via the link below. Take up the challenge and invite everyone you know to join you as well!

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Last Monday was all about calming things down - this week Kari takes you in the other direction for optimal performance! This is Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life.

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It's funny how a single moment can instantly change things. Claire Hanna knows this well and shares in this episode how a simple newspaper headline sparked a fire in her that still burns brightly today. Lessons learned on the court around preparation, professionalism, and dedication have supported Claire in her quest to cover sports in Canada at the highest levels. The Empowered Athlete Podcast is excited to present to you our interview with Claire!

Our 12:30 Challenge continues in April with a theme that will help make the world a better place, for ourselves and everything living on it. The challenge? Eliminate your use of single-use plastics in April. Plastic is everywhere and sadly, degrading our environment at a depressing rate. Let's all join together to make a small difference and shine a bright light on our out-of-control plastic use.

Join our group for support, tips, and more via the link below. Take up the challenge and invite everyone you know to join you as well!

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Does your mind race, do you have trouble shutting down, or finding a relief from stress, this episode is for you! This is Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life.

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If you live your life in a bubble, understanding, connecting with, and learning from overs is next to impossible. In this episode of the show Paul and Kari discuss the benefits of travel that go far beyond the chance to see new places and try new food!

Our 12:30 Challenge continues in April with a theme that will help make the world a better place, for ourselves and everything living on it. The challenge? Eliminate your use of single-use plastics in April. Plastic is everywhere and sadly, degrading our environment at a depressing rate. Let's all join together to make a small difference and shine a bright light on our out-of-control plastic use.

Join our group for support, tips, and more via the link below. Take up the challenge and invite everyone you know to join you as well!

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You may have heard the term "Massive Action" but are you clear on what it really means and how crucial it is to up-level your game? This is Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life.

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Winter X Games gold medalist and two-time Olympian Kevin Hill joins the show to take us inside the one minute of insanity that is Snowboard Cross! In a sport where anything and everything can happen, it takes another level of mental toughness to rise to the top. Join us for this enlightening conversation with Canada's king of the slopes.

Another month is drawing to a close which means ... we have a new 30-day challenge just around the corner. Our 12:30 Challenge continues in April with a theme that will help make the world a better place, for ourselves and everything living on it. The challenge? Eliminate your use of single-use plastics in April. Plastic is everywhere and sadly, degrading our environment at a depressing rate. Let's all join together to make a small difference and shine a bright light on our out-of-control plastic use.

Join our group for support, tips, and more via the link below. Take up the challenge and invite everyone you know to join you as well!

So get registered - it's absolutely free! Just click on the following link:

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Training, working, or doing just about anything can become a grind at times - in this episode Kari shares some ideas on how to spice things up! This is Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life.

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She started out trying to keep up with her big sister on the court, but by the time both Page sisters had graduated from Eastern Washington University Brittney was a star in her own right. After launching herself into professional volleyball in Europe, Brittney then earned a spot on the National team and even learned a new position to secure a starting role and the title of team captain. The Empowered Athlete Podcast welcomes international volleyball star Brittney Page to the show.

The 12:30 Challenge is flowing through March! We are stepping into our self-awareness and the awareness of others. Here is how you choose your own adventure if you want to participate (YES! is the answer) in Mindful March….

Meditate daily
Yoga (weekly)
Gratitude Journal (3 things you are grateful for every day)
Act of Kindness toward others or self (Daily)

Of these 4 options you can do some or all of them. Doing #2 only doesn't count (the weekly yoga) since that defeats the purpose of the 30 day challenge! We'll be doing all four parts of this challenge and Kari will be posting tips to the group.

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We're thrilled to welcome Olympic Silver Medallist Brigette Lacquette to the show. Through the incredible support of her family, and years of hard work, Brigette made it from a tiny town in northern Canada all the way to the Olympics playing for the Women's National Hockey Team. We can all learn so much from Brigette's story, so make sure you share her inspirational words with everyone you know!

The 12:30 Challenge is flowing through March! We are stepping into our self-awareness and the awareness of others. Here is how you choose your own adventure if you want to participate (YES! is the answer) in Mindful March….

Meditate daily
Yoga (weekly)
Gratitude Journal (3 things you are grateful for every day)
Act of Kindness toward others or self (Daily)

Of these 4 options you can do some or all of them. Doing #2 only doesn't count (the weekly yoga) since that defeats the purpose of the 30 day challenge! We'll be doing all four parts of this challenge and Kari will be posting tips to the group.

So get registered - it's absolutely free! Just click on the following link:

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

If you can control your state - you control your experience, your mindset, and your outcomes! Join us to gain a better understanding of just how important your state really is.

Big Reminder - The 12/30 Challenge (12 - 30 days challenges: aka one per month all year!) continues with March right around the corner.

Curious as to what's on tap after February’s aren’t you? This one is Mindful March. We are stepping into our self-awareness and the awareness of others. Here is how you choose your own adventure if you want to participate (YES! is the answer) in Mindful March….

Meditate daily
Yoga (weekly)
Gratitude Journal (3 things you are grateful for every day)
Act of Kindness toward others or self (Daily)

Of these 4 options you can do some or all of them. Doing #2 only doesn't count (the weekly yoga) since that defeats the purpose of the 30 day challenge! We'll be doing all four parts of this challenge and Kari will be posting tips to the group.

So get registered - it's absolutely free! Just click on the following link:

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Olympian Gord Perrin has become a cornerstone of the Canadian National Volleyball team and is currently applying his trade in the Russian professional league. Gord has been competing his entire life - starting with his siblings growing up in British Columbia. His fire, tenacity, and sometimes harmful temper drove him from the small town of Creston onto the world scene. You're going to love our talk with Gord Perrin!

Big Reminder - The 12/30 Challenge (12 - 30 days challenges: aka one per month all year!) continues with March right around the corner.

Curious as to what's on tap after February’s aren’t you? This one is Mindful March. We are stepping into our self-awareness and the awareness of others. Here is how you choose your own adventure if you want to participate (YES! is the answer) in Mindful March….

Meditate daily
Yoga (weekly)
Gratitude Journal (3 things you are grateful for every day)
Act of Kindness toward others or self (Daily)

Of these 4 options you can do some or all of them. Doing #2 only doesn't count (the weekly yoga) since that defeats the purpose of the 30 day challenge! We'll be doing all four parts of this challenge and Kari will be posting tips to the group.

So get registered - it's absolutely free! Just click on the following link:

Join us in the 12:30 Challenge for 2019 - https://mailchi.mp/87266dc3b706/1230challenge

Welcome to Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life. Every hates to fail, but should they? What if failure is the secret to success? Kari cracks open the case on failure on this episode of the show, enjoy!

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To be amongst the world's elite in triathlon you need incredible physical stamina, and even more mental grit. Meet Olympian Sarah-Anne Brault who possesses both in spades and shares with us how to stay sane when a recovery workout equals an hour and a half long run!

2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. We're calling it the 12:30 Challenge and you can get involved anytime you wish. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

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Welcome to Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life. You've heard the saying "there are no dumb questions", well Kari is here to tell you that isn't always the case!

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A lot has happened in the short amount of time since we last spoke with Rob Schremp - he's made the decision to hang up his skates and call it a career. With that decision he's also made public, some of the struggles he dealt with behind the scenes during his time as a professional hockey player, and that's where we pick it up with him on this episode. It's an eye opening glimpse into the darkness many of us deal with, and may be afraid to talk about. We are truly thankful for everything that Rob shares in this conversation.

2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. We're calling it the 12:30 Challenge and you can get involved anytime you wish. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

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Welcome to Mindset Monday! 10 minutes of powerful coaching on managing and maximizing your mental state, with the goal of elevating your performance in sport, business, and life. Looking for a breakthrough in your life? Take a listen and unleash a new possibility.

February 12th at 8.00 pm EDT we're offering free access to the Empower Top Performers Coaching Call, talking about relationships, just in time for Valentine's Day. So grab a loved one and join via the link below to participate in this interactive web call.

JOIN THE CALL!

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Absence makes the heart grow fonder ... that saying does little to ease the pain of living apart from a loved one. Unfortunately, high performance sport often means extended road trips or seasons spent apart for couples, and it can suck. We know, we've experienced long distance relationships firsthand. So in an effort to make life just a little better, we're offering our best tips for making long distance work. We'd love to hear your best ideas as well so drop us a comment!

2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. We're calling it the 12:30 Challenge and you can get involved anytime you wish. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

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What's the biggest difference between individual sports and team sports? As an individual you can't have a bad day if you want to end up on the podium. In team sports, a substitution can be made, a teammate can pick you up and give you a chance to regroup. Well on the track, when the gun goes off, Liam Mather is alone and that's the way he wants it. With wisdom beyond his years, Liam takes us through finding your passion, dealing with pressure and expectation, and really enjoying the process!

The 12:30 Challenge is in full swing. January was the month of no meat, and we've been rocking it, experimenting with all kinds of new recipes. But we're not done, 2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

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Tryouts. The word can spark anxiety in any athlete looking to push themselves to the next level. Well what if you're trying out for one of the best teams in the World? And what if the process makes Survivor look like a beach vacation? Buckle up for an inside look at what it's like to be competing for a spot on the Women's National Hockey Team of Canada. Our guest is Bailey Bram and her story of is motivating, inspiring, and moving. Never give up on your dreams!

Don't forget, the 12:30 Challenge is in full swing. January was the month of no meat, and we've been rocking it, experimenting with all kinds of new recipes. But we're not done, 2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

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Grit. Some people have it, some don't, but everyone wants more of it. Doug Bruce may have a few answers for you. After a stellar career on volleyball courts around the world, former National team setter Doug Bruce retired and settled into a career. Then through a chance encounter, he was exposed to the world of ultra running. Within the span of a year he had set his sights on entering - and trying to complete - one of the toughest races in the world, the Leadville 100. This is a long interview and there is absolute gold sprinkled for you to collect throughout, as Doug takes us through the gut wrenching challenges he faced and what it took to reach his goal. Enjoy!

Don't forget, the 12:30 Challenge is in full swing. 2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

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Charlotte Prouse is a firecracker. When she's not leaving opponents from around the world in her dust on the track or on a x-country course, she's firing up teammates in workouts or in the gym. One of Canada's top running talents, Charlotte hasn't run the easiest road. She's had her share of struggle - enough to force a change in schools in the middle of her NCAA career. Join us for an enlightening discussion on athletics, pressure, stress, and finding happiness with the amazing Charlotte Prouse.

Don't forget, the 12:30 Challenge is in full swing. 2019 is our year of challenges with a new 30-day challenge running each month of the year. Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time. No excuses, it's absolutely free!

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2018 - we may look back on this year when we're 90 years old as the toughest of them all. It challenged us in almost every way imaginable and pushed our relationship to the limit. In this episode we both share our biggest takeaways from what the year threw at us, and how we grew from the experience. Looking forward, we're fired up to bring you the 12:30 Challenge and want you to join us in making 2019 one to remember! Join the Challenge via the link below and commit to improving yourself one day at a time.

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With the holidays upon us, we thought it would be the perfect time to share with you some of the things we find most special about this time of year. In the spirit of giving, we cover everything you need to know about our new project for 2019, the 12:30 Challenge. Learn why we created it, how it works, and how to get involved to make next year, your best ever! Here's a hint - sign up below - it's absolutely free. Have an incredible holiday with your loved ones and join us in making ourselves, and the world, a better place in the New Year!

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How do you get to the CFL? Play as much hockey as you can! Offensive lineman Jude St. John spent 14 years in the Canadian Football League, but his first sporting love was on the ice and football simply filled the void between seasons. As a 315lb professional, Jude struck fear in opponents, and the owners of "all you can eat" restaurants. Don't miss this great conversation with Jude as we cover his fascinating career and how he found his true calling once he retired from the gridiron. The Empowered Athlete Podcast welcomes Jude St. John.

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EP11 Courtney Birchard

Hockey world champion Courtney Birchard joins us on this episode of the show to share some deep insights into elite hockey, from on the ice AND from behind the bench. After a highly decorated career Courtney is on the coaching fast track as the head coach of the Toronto Furies. Having seen both sides of the boards, she has a unique perspective you won't want to miss!

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This is it! Time to reveal some powerful, yet simple habits you can roll into your routine to up your game. In this episode we share some of our most effective habits that keep us training hard, injury free, and feeling great. If you can incorporate some of these ideas into your own routine, we guarantee you'll see the results!

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Electrifying - a great word to describe the sport of rugby 7s and our guest on this episode, Conor Trainor. Conor is an elite rugby player who has represented his country on the rugby pitch in both 7s AND 15s and had the chance to make his World Cup debut against the infamous All Blacks of New Zealand. In this wide ranging conversation we cover how he got into the game, dealing with injury, life as a pro living abroad, romantic comedies and so much more! We guarantee you'll be a fan of Conor by the end of the hour.

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During the 2005-2006 OHL season Rob Schremp exploded - capping off a prolific junior career by leading the OHL in scoring with 57 goals and 145 points in only 57 games and adding ten goals and 47 points in 19 playoff games. But for those in the know in the hockey world, Schremp had been on their radar since he was a twelve year old. How is talent like this created? How is it taught? Sit back and enjoy this in-depth conversation with Rob as we explore his beginnings in sport, right through his professional career and the search for stability under the microscope that is professional hockey.

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Gymnast Kris Burley, the pride of Truro, Nova Scotia shares with us his journey from a small town on Canada's east coast to competing on the world's biggest stage - the Olympic games. It's a story that sheds light on the struggles faced by many, unsure of who they truly are. It highlights the incredible force that Kris Burley has become - tearing down barriers and blazing a new trail for all LGBTQ2SI athletes in Canada and around the world. We are proud to call Kris our friend and thrilled to share his story with you.

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Paul Duerden the volleyball player. Kari Schneider the strength coach. Often we define our identity around what we do. For high performance athletes, their entire lives can revolve around their sport and their identity becomes forever bound to it. A win or loss starts to define who they are, and what they view they are worth. Sound crazy? I lived this way for over 17 years, and Kari lived with the damage it caused after I retired. On this episode of the podcast Kari and I go into Identity, and provide our advice on how athletes can strike a healthy balance between what they do and who they are.

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Memorial Cup Champion, World Juniors Champion, Stanley Cup Champion. Dave Bolland has tasted success at every level of hockey - but he's also lived the brutal side of the professional experience, dealing with injury and intense media scrutiny. On this episode of the podcast Dave opens up to us about his career and the moments that shaped it from his first days on skates, to winning the Stanley Cup (twice!), and beyond. Settle in for an enlightening talk with Dave Bolland.

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Are you afraid of heights? 5 time National diving champion Celina Toth isn't. Celina competes in the women's 10m diving event and has had some incredible results, despite having to deal with body shaming coming from the most unlikely of places. Listen to and share Celina's story with all of the women in your life - and the men too. Her courage is inspirational and her zest for life is infectious.

A few words from Celina: "As competitive athletes we strive to be the best of the best and at times this can be a difficult and lonely journey. My journey has definitely not been easy, but what I’ve gained being apart of sport is what I want to share with other sports and future generations of athletes. When competition becomes intense a lot of people forget that we all want the same thing and I’ve learned that you can improve and gain so much more by supporting your teammates and competitors. What I value most from my athletic experience is the support and community I have grown up in. I would not be the person I am today or have accomplished so much without my teammates, competitors, coaches and support staff."

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6' 10" + 240lbs + big hops = a volleyball wrecking machine. Gavin Schmitt has reached legendary status in the world of international volleyball and has been the undisputed star of the sport here in Canada over the last decade. But playing at the highest levels can wreak havoc on the body and no one knows that better than Schmitt, and he has the metal rods in his shins to prove it. Schmitt's story goes deep into the athlete pysche - and the incredible sacrifices he has made for his team and his sport. Settle back and enjoy this revealing talk with Gavin Schmitt.

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Alysha Newman is a track and field athlete specialized in pole vault and she represented Canada at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. She is the reigning 2018 Commonwealth Games champion where she set a new Games record of 4.75 m - but she wants so much more! Alysha shares with us how she found her sport, her drive and what fuels her competitive fire. It's a journey of literal highs to challenging lows encountered enroute to her first Olympic games.

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Hi Everyone! This is it, the Empowered Athlete Podcast and this episode is all about WHY this podcast exists. Kari and Paul reveal what inspired them to take on this project and preview some of the incredible, upcoming content.

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