Technology leaders need intelligent mindsets to help them rise above emotions like anxiety or stress while keeping their cool under pressure.As leaders, we face a new challenge in today's business environment. The world of work has changed, and we must now consider emotional intelligence when building products. The demand is no longer only logical thinking skills; it's all about how you make someone feel, whether that be happy (or frustrated!)So what does that mean for technology leaders? It means you need to start leading with emotional intelligence, or your company will be left behind.Join Sarah Kim and me as we explore this topic and provide tips for technology leaders to manage their emotions, stay calm in high-pressure situations, and utilize empathy to better relate to others.https://culturenstrategy.comCheck out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

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How to Lead with Emotional Intelligence - Ep 172

A massive 73% of customers say they will abandon a business if it does not meet their expectations.I've got two precious words for you that will help your business stay competitive, be profitable, and run smoothly:Employee engagement.That's right. A company culture based on empowerment will provide fantastic customer service and provide a company with high morale and, ultimately, the healthiest bottom line.Customer expectations are continually rising, so it has become increasingly important for companies to invest in people who can provide world-class customer service experiences.Join Jon Lenz and me as we explore what you need to know to build and maintain a culture of empowerment and how that will affect your company's bottom line.

The Secret to Best In Class Customer Experience - Ep 171

What does antifragility mean?Antifragility is a concept originally coined by Nassim Taleb, and its definition is deceptively simple: it means "the opposite of fragility." In other words, antifragile gets stronger when exposed to volatility, randomness, disorder, and stressors. You are an antifragile system if you become stronger when everything around you is getting chaotic.Antifragility has been used in several industries. The term "antifragile" was first applied to software development by Google's director of engineering, Ray Kurzweil. He dubbed the technique "antifragile programming," describing it as an approach in which programmers embrace uncertainty and chaos by building systems that thrive on change with no surprises (my emphasis).The antifragility concept has also been applied to marketing, finance, architecture, engineering, healthcare policy, governance, genetics, and biology.

How to Be Anti-Fragile - Ep 170

The product name can be the most critical element of a new product launch. It has to be original, relevant, and hopefully memorable. The biggest problem faced by companies when picking a name for their new products is that there are already many competing brands in the same category with similar or identical names. There are many naming strategies available that can help you to choose the name.Join Brad Flowers and me from Bullhorn Creative to share his strategy and exercises for successful branding and naming efforts.https://www.thenamingbook.comCheck out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

How to Name a Product - Ep 169

Technology has made a virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) a hot topic in recent years. With Oculus Rift, Project Morpheus, StreetView, and Google Glass all providing their take on how we can interact with different realities, it's fast becoming clear that VR and AR are here to stay. But what is the difference between virtual reality and augmented reality?Both technologies aim to bring a new dimension of interaction into the digital world. With this in mind, join me and Nick Roseth as we delve deeper and explore the main differences between AR and VR.Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

What is the difference between augmented reality and virtual reality? - Ep 168

Imagine if your team is functioning as a single unit. In this ideal state, your teammates are invested in one another's success. They share both their successes and failures with each other, openly and with trust. They welcome others' input and criticism. They listen to new ideas, even if they're outside their comfort zone.It's a nice thought – a team that truly works together towards a shared goal, where each member feels safe enough to take risks and explore their path without being judged or put down by others. But how do you create this kind of team? The good news is that psychological safety can be learned by feeling safe enough to take risks and be vulnerable. Join Tara Swanson from Industrial Logic, Inc. and me to discuss the factors that may be holding teams back from developing psychological safety.Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

How to Build Psychological Safety in Teams - Ep 167

Many people are caught in the trap of finding a balance between their personal and professional lives. This pressure is prevalent in corporate America, where workers often feel as if they are being pulled in multiple directions every day. Parents struggle to balance work and family, leaving little time for friends or hobbies outside their home. While this type of schedule may be impossible to avoid entirely, those who manage their time well live longer and have healthier overall lifestyles that benefit them both at work and home.One of the reasons people who find balance in their lives are healthier overall is that they have lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. A balanced individual also tends to be happier, which leads to less depression and stress. When a person is more comfortable at home, they tend to perform better at work, which results in more promotions and pay raises. This cycle of success can be highly beneficial in the workplace, where a person with higher-level management skills is more productive.While finding a balance between work and personal life may seem like an impossible task to those unfamiliar with time-management techniques, there are ways to make this balance more realistic. Making small changes such as leaving work on time every day, setting deadlines and sticking to them, taking lunch breaks instead of eating at the desk, or even scheduling one night a week to be “date night” with your significant other can help you achieve a healthier lifestyle.If you feel like your life is always on the go and if you're stressed out right now because of it, then join Sarah Engstrom and me as we share some practical advice on how to create more balance in your work and life!Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

Wellness for the Workplace - Ep 166

In a fast-scaling start-up environment, you need to punch well above your weight. But for every extraordinary success story, countless others fizzle and crash. Join me and John Standish, Chief Strategy Officer, at Artisan Venture Lab, as we discuss what makes the difference in companies that rocket to the moon or ones that find themselves wondering what hit them.In this episode, we’ll be talking about the key ingredients that startups need to scale. We’ll discuss important topics such as “what makes a great founder?” and “how do you build an effective team?” In addition, John will share his expert advice on what investors are looking to see and how startups can best position themselves to win over their interests.And if that’s not enough, John will be giving away some of his top secrets on what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur. No startup journey is without its challenges. But with the right mindset, you can rise above them all!Learn more at:https://artisanvl.comhttps://www.foundrymakes.comCheck out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

How to go from Start-Up to Scale-Up - Ep 165

Future leaders will need to be motivated by new concepts and innovation. The leaders who will be most successful can link ongoing management with enthusiasm to embrace disruption.Join Ben Dueck and me to explore the focus and skills leaders will need in 2021 and beyond.This is a talk about what the future of leadership will look like.Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

The New Leadership Style 2021 - Ep 164

Moving from a service company to a product company is no easy undertaking. Join me and Yu Sunny Han, Founder, at Fulcrum as he shares his journey in transforming his business from service to product.

Transforming from a Service Company to a Product Company - Ep 163

Salespeople get measured by sales. Engineers get measured on delivery of quality code on time, so what do you measure a Product Managers impact on?Is it easy-to-implement user stories, running productive A/B tests, or getting lots of features released?When it comes to hiring Product Managers in software, it’s never quite as straightforward for either the candidate or the employer.Joe Ruekert from Fahren joins me to share his advice for both employees and candidates on what questions to ask, what skills to look for and how to judge the maturity of a product-driven organization.Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/Twitter: @joeruekertTwitter: @hellofahrenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephruekert/

How to Interview and Hire Product Managers - Ep 162

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.

How to Scale a Creative Agency - Ep 161

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: @THoulilhanBehavioral Grooves podcast website: www.behavioralgrooves.comCheck out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

How to Effectively Incentivize Teams - Ep 160

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/Twitter: @LeeMcKnightJrCheck out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

New Business Prospecting in 2021 - Ep 159

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. Find Liz here:Twitter: https://twitter.com/december_labs, https://twitter.com/lizbohlmann?lang=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/decemberlabs/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabethbohlmann/Check out https://www.schmidt-list.com for more show infoWant 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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/

Should You Build an App? - Ep 158

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