Empowered Team Podcast

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...

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...

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...

"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 experie...

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 accounta...

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 pack...

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 circu...

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 fr...

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 prod...

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. K...

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 achiever...

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...

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 ta...

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 wor...

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...

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,...

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 accoun...

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...

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...

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...

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 en...

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 sett...

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 lon...

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...

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 pitfall...