Schmidt List - Business Insights

Fast business growth is a tricky business indeed. Grow too fast, and your company could collapse from the pressure. Grow too casually, and your competitors could pass you swiftly. Andrew Eklund, Founder, and CEO at Ciceron, joins me to swaps stories of the joys and pitfalls of operating a fast-growing agency. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-busines...

Incentives matter. Are you driving the right outcomes? Join Tim Houlihan and me from Behavior Alchemy to discuss how to incentivize behavior change and how long-term vs. short-term company goals play into those behaviors. Twitter: @THoulilhan Behavioral Grooves podcast website: www.behavioralgrooves.com Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show info Want to learn more about my company?...

Has new business prospecting changed for you due to the pandemic? Have you been sticking to the same old sales prospecting playbook because it's what you've always done, or have you changed your processes? Join Lee McKnight Jr, VP of Sales at RSW/US, and me as we talk about what is working and what isn't when driving new business activities. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leemcknightjr/ Twi...

Building an "app" is not and never will be an all-encompassing business solution. Adding software to your business might seem to be a simple enough task, but knowing what questions to ask before embarking on your app journey is key to a successful outcome. Join Liz Bohlmann and me as we discuss the questions you should be asking when contemplating designing building new products for your business....

We all feel lost from time to time. However, overcoming self-doubt and raising your self-awareness can be extremely difficult. Join Jaime Taets and me to discuss her new book "You Are Here" on how to take action, find confidence, and experience new things. https://jaimetaets.com/product/you-are-here/ Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show info Want to learn more about my company? htt...

Has fear ever held you back in your job or career? Join Cat Breet and me as we discuss how to break through fear and achieve something extraordinary! Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show info. Want to learn more about my company? https://www.foundrymakes.com/ Questions about the equipment used in this video? https://kit.co/KRTS/schmidt-list-live-streaming-kit Follow us on all the t...

Cale Johnston from ClickSWITCH joins me to discuss the history of building his FinTech company and shares some behind-the-scenes stories of the recent acquisition. How do you begin to sell a startup? M&As are always a high-stress process. What should you be examining during a startup exit? Please bring your questions and join us LIVE as Cale shares his insight and experiences! Check out https://ww...

The content you produce becomes "advertising" when someone else sees it and acts upon it. Join Chris Birt from ABdbuzz and me to discuss how the content you create can create advocacy and action if done correctly. Bring your questions and experiences to share! Visit www.awarenesswithoutadvertising.com to learn more! Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show info. Want to learn more abou...

How can your company support a culture of purposeful experimentation and innovation? Join Scott Propp and me as we discuss his framework for how leaders can combat those potential "innovation villains" and encourage a culture of innovation. http://scottpropp.com/gaining-back-the-ground-the-pandemic-has-taken/ http://scottpropp.com/3-key-ways-to-lead-into-the-future/ Check out https://www.schmidt-l...

Some might argue, what area isn't the responsibility of a Product Manager? Product Managers need to have extensive knowledge of the product while communicating with customers and the cross-functional teams to launch and enhance the product. Without a talented Product Manager orchestrating all these moving pieces, many companies would struggle to succeed. Join Jason Scherschligt and me as we highli...

1 in 3 adults in the United States is currently providing care to another adult as a caregiver; chances are you are or know someone who is doing this important work. Join me and Melissa Danielsen, Co-Founder of Joshin who's goal is to make specialized care easy and accessible. We will discuss their product and the future of in-home health care services and safety. Become a supporter of this podcas...

While there is no standard formula, there are many factors founders should focus on to make a startup as successful as possible. Join Stephanie Rich and me from Bread and Butter Ventures as we discuss everything from building the right team to sourcing the right advisors and investors. Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show info Want to learn more about my company? https://www.foundr...

Join Juliet Fox, Co-Mastermind of The Sisterhood of Technology Professionals, and me as we discuss this important topic! Why is it important? Before COVID, women were about 47% of the workforce. Women in tech jobs are only 26% of the workforce, and that number is drastically lower for African-American women (3%), Asian women (6%), and Latinx women (2%). Now, due to COVID, one in four women are con...

Why is an organizations' design less focused on humanity and empathy than any other design field such as architecture, product design, experience design, urban planning, etc.? Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show info. Want to learn more about my company? https://www.foundrymakes.com/ Questions about the equipment used in this video? https://kit.co/KRTS/schmidt-list-live-streaming-...

The benefits of project management software are limitless. Project management software programs are employed for project planning, time management, resource allocation, and change management. But tools are only as good as how you use them. The way you manage your team will make all the difference. The folks behind https://www.getparallax.com join me on today's show to talk through best practices i...

Our ability to express emotional intelligence is can be impaired by unconscious, unhealthy, emotional needs. Understanding your emotional responses to situations can help you maintain credibility and authenticity with the people around you. Find Stiles at https://yourstudioe.com Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show info Want to learn more about my company? https://www.foundrymakes....

Sarita Parikh joins me to talk about the pandemic could actually create the disruptions we need in order to create a better work culture and truly empower employees. Sarita Parikh leads product at Structural (where we're helping people find more meaningful opportunities at work) and is a co-founder of jomanity (a humanity-focused take on social networking). She's a mom, a reader, an aspiring but u...

As described in his book, "Don't Be A F*cking Dick: Leadership for Vibrant Communities", Howie Milstein states that when leaders are jerks, the community is unhealthy, stakeholders are disengaged, and outcomes are marginal. You can buy Howie's book on Amazon! https://amzn.to/2DWgxmA Here's a link to the gear I use to produce the show: https://kit.co/KRTS/schmidt-list-live-streaming-kit Check out m...

Tom Hoffman joins me to share his story of personal development and his advice for those looking to grow their careers more intentionally. https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommyhoffman/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support .

eSports consultant and advisor, Rebecca Longawa joins me to discuss what you need to know about the world of streaming and eSports. www.happywarrior.us Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support .

Some folks think that imposter syndrome isn't a real condition. Listen in as Rich and I discuss common symptoms that are associated with "imposter syndrome". What are some common signs of Imposter Syndrome? ✔️ Overworking to ensure nothing at all is dropped or missed, leaving no room for potential criticism. ✔️ Constantly battling anxiety over being compared to others. ✔️ Purposefully staying out...

Jessie Houlihan, President at Stahl Construction joins me to talk about how to respect what has been and embrace what is coming in your journey as a leader. Topics we will explore: Daily Tasks, How to Find Your Path, and How to Coach Others. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicahoulihan http://www.stahlconstruction.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list...

Stacy Hintermeister, Vice President, Marketing & Growth at CBX joins me to discuss how important it is to focus on building a strong brand. https://cbx.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support .

The best sales team is satisfied customers. You don't need to build a huge sales team to win big sales. What you need are empowered customers who can do your selling for you! Check out FoundryMakes.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support .

Jackie Colburn joins me to discuss all things Design Sprints! https://www.jackiecolburn.com Check out the work we do at Foundry at https://www.foundrymakes.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support .