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PODCAST

Business Building Blocks Podcast

Kristina Schmitt

We’ll talk about all things that will make your business better like personal and professional development, leadership, healing, parenting, wellness of your mind, body, and spirit…What?? Not the list you expected?? Tune in and walk with my guests and I on a journey toward improving yourself that will not only get you better business results but will get you the life you want.

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19:56

How Listening Leaders Unlock Their Teams’ Best Thinking

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2025/08/13

Send us a textSometimes, the best way to help someone isn’t by giving them the answer—it’s by letting them talk until they find it themselves.In this episode, I share the real-life stories that taught me the value of verbal processing—from a frustrating night with algebra homework to coaching leaders in high-stakes environments.You’ll learn why speaking out loud changes how the brain works, how leaders can create more confident and capable teams, and how YOU can use this approach to stop the endless

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18:20

The Power Of Experiments

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2025/08/06

Send us a text🎧 Are you putting off change because it feels too big?In Episode 63, I reveal how moving my podcast setup (from a freezing basement to a card table upstairs!) sparked a mindset shift that leaders and high achievers need to hear.Using the Toyota Kata framework, I show you how experimenting with small, flexible changes can lead to major progress—without fear, overwhelm, or perfection paralysis.Tune in to learn the simple way to build momentum in leadership, personal growth, or your

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28:51

The 3 Roles Every Leader Must Do

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2025/07/30

Send us a text💼 What’s really your job as a leader?If you’re overwhelmed, constantly doing, and your team still isn’t performing the way you hoped—this episode is for you.Most leaders jump straight to results...But without a clear vision and intentional team development, you're just managing chaos.In this episode, I break down the 3 essential roles of a leader:1️⃣ Create and share a vision2️⃣ Develop your team3️⃣ Get results (yes, it comes last—and here’s why)Whether you’re leading a small

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44:16

The One Thing All Great Leaders Do (That Most Forget)

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2025/07/23

Send us a textHe was “the bird lady’s son” growing up, worked in jail, threw a javelin on a national stage, and never planned on being a general manager — but Jason Spalding’s leadership story might just change the way you show up at work. 🐝“It's always about people.”That’s the one lesson he carried across rebar, sports, union tables, and the boardroom. And now, he's sharing how humility, inclusion, vulnerability, and evolution form the foundation of what he calls HIVE Leadership.In this

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27:46

You Can’t Scale What You Can’t See: The Hidden...

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2025/07/16

Send us a text🚨 “It’s not the people. It’s not the process. It’s not even the product. It’s YOU.”That’s the hard truth Andrew Oxley had to face after burning out in a high-powered career, chasing success but losing himself in the process.He thought switching jobs would fix the problem — but the problem followed him.👉 Why? Because the way we lead follows us into every role, every business, every team.In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, we talk about:🔹 Why most leaders are

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27:21

Leading Through Change: The Practical and Personal...

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2025/07/09

Send us a text"I broke down after mowing the lawn. Not because I was tired—but because of what it represented."When I became a single mom, mowing the lawn became one of the most emotionally exhausting tasks of my life. Not because it was hard physically. But because it was new, unfamiliar, and loaded with stress I didn't expect.Change does that. Even simple things can feel like mountains.In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, we unpack:Why most change efforts fail

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24:26

Accountability with Accompaniment: Why Feedback Alone...

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2025/07/02

Send us a textI brought them in.I gave the feedback.I thought it was done. But nothing changed.Ever felt that? Like you’re repeating the same conversation over and over — and wondering if it’s you?Here's what I’ve learned:💬 ‘That’s not accompanied accountability. That’s sink or swim.’If you’re a leader, parent, coach, or just someone trying to help people grow — this episode is for you.In real life, feedback isn’t one conversation. It’s walking with someone while they’re still learning.Maybe

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26:24

What Feedback Really Feels Like (and How to Get...

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2025/06/25

Send us a text😳 I snapped. I got defensive. And I shut down.All because of one piece of feedback.I was further into my career than you’d think. I should’ve handled it better… but my body went into full panic mode.Not because the feedback was harsh—…but because of the shame I’d attached to it.💭 What if feedback doesn’t have to feel like failure?What if your reaction isn’t a flaw—but a clue?🎧 Episode 57 is raw, real, and it’s for every high-achiever who’s ever felt wrecked by a single comment.📺

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34:42

Is Your Workplace Culture Causing You to Hide Who You...

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2025/06/18

Send us a text"I got into my first 'dream job.' It was everything I thought I wanted. Big name. Big opportunity. But within a few months, I felt completely drained. I realized—I was hiding who I really was just to survive the culture. I didn’t even know what my core values were back then. All I knew was that something didn’t feel right."In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, Jenny Barkan and I dive deep into masking in the workplace—what it is, why we do it, and

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26:52

They Said It Was Normal… But It Nearly Broke Me

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2025/06/11

Send us a text "What if the drive to work felt heavier than the job itself?" In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Kaitlyn Rios, founder & President of Faced with Grace, shares her raw journey through toxic workplaces—and the moment that changed everything. From silent microaggressions to full-blown burnout, Kaitlyn’s story will resonate with anyone who's ever felt unseen, unsupported, or suffocated at work. 🌿 Learn how to spot the subtle signs of toxicity, how to heal aft...

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29:36

From Flaw to Fuel: How My Weakness Became My Super

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2025/06/04

Send us a text I used to shrink myself in meetings. Waited for the perfect moment to speak— Then didn’t. Because I thought: “What if I say the wrong thing?” “What if I sound too emotional?” “What if I take up too much space?” Sound familiar? Somewhere along the way, many of us were taught to be smaller to be accepted. To tone it down to be taken seriously. To lead like someone else. But what if the version of you that feels like too much Is exactly what your business, your team, your clients…...

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31:17

Leadership, Legacy, and the Long Game of Business Growth

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2025/05/28

Send us a text 🗣️ "We were paying ourselves below the poverty line. I remember my tax filing from like 2002, 2003… we were below the poverty line." David Brecount, CEO and Co-Founder of US Digital Partners, joined me on the podcast and shared what those early years of business really looked like: 👉🏼 “You live off savings, and you press on. You go out and sell another project, figure out how to do it. Then you sell another project, and figure out how to do that one too.” We talked about

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46:56

The Cottage that Community Built: Bringing Values to...

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2025/05/21

Send us a textWhat if the last chapter of life could be as beautiful as the first?In this deeply moving episode of The Business Building Blocks Podcast, host Kristina Schmitt sits down with Laura Sherwood, Director of Hospice Partnerships, and Brenda Fleming, Executive Director of Hospice of Elgin, to share the powerful story behind a hospice that’s redefining end-of-life care.You’ll hear:💜 Why Hospice of Elgin was the last to be built in its region—and how that turned into its greatest strength🏡

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29:16

Understanding Anxiety at Work and in Life

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2025/05/14

Send us a text🌿UNDERSTANDING ANXIETY AT WORK AND IN LIFE🌿Anxiety shows up in life—and at work—more than we think.In this episode, I talk with Catholic Life & Mindset Coach Heidi Kennedy, who shares her story of chronic pain and anxiety—and how she found healing through mindset work. We discuss:🔹 What anxiety really is (and isn’t)🔹 How limiting beliefs shape our reality🔹 Red flags to look for in your team🔹 When and how to seek support🔹 Heidi’s FREE online event on May 19As leaders, it’s

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37:52

Cheers to 50! Celebrating Wins, Wisdom & What’s Next

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2025/05/07

Send us a text✨ Cheers to 50! Celebrating Wins, Wisdom & What’s Next ✨I didn’t start this podcast because I had everything figured out.I started because I felt called.Some episodes were recorded in between meetings, others during quiet moments when no one else was around. There were times I wondered if anyone was even listening. But I kept showing up.🎙️ Now here we are: 50 episodes later.50 moments of learning, trusting, pivoting, and persevering.50 opportunities to speak life, encourage

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30:17

Messy Middles and Values Over Volume

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2025/04/30

Send us a textI remember the first time I heard my own voice on a podcast.Awkward. A little cringey.But something inside said, “Keep going.”Because I believed in the power of story. Of conversation. Of showing up—even imperfectly—to serve others through our words.That’s exactly what this week’s guest, Joe Coleman, helps people do.He’s the founder of Saint Kolbe Studios, a podcast production agency serving Catholic business owners and solo creators. And he gets it—the nerves, the ideas that never

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44:53

The Working Genius Myth-Busting Episode

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2025/04/16

Send us a text Ever heard someone say: “Wait… do we really need another personality tool?” or “That model puts people in boxes.” or even “This just feels like one more thing to manage on my already full plate.” We’ve heard all the push-back—and we’re talking about it. This week on the Business Building Blocks Podcast, we’re digging into the real talk about the Working Genius model—we’ll uncover and explain all the myths, pushbacks, and concerns that we’ve heard about the model, it’s develop...

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22:41

Why Growth Begins With What You See

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2025/04/09

Send us a text Business Building Blocks Podcast: Why Growth Begins With What You See It all started with what I was surrounded by... Ever felt like something was holding you back — but you couldn’t quite name it? In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, Kristina Schmitt unpacks the surprising truth: 🧠 Your environment is shaping your mindset. 👀 What you see is influencing what you believe is possible. Whether you’re leading a team, parenting at home, or growing your business

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21:29

The Secret to Sustainable Success with Stephanie...

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2025/04/02

Send us a text The Secret to Sustainable Success She Thought She Had to Figure It All Out Alone… Until This Changed Everything. 🎙️ Stephanie Donahue was like so many high-achievers—driven, passionate, and constantly juggling the demands of leadership. But behind the scenes, she felt the weight of it all. The pressure to have the right answers. The struggle to balance work and life. The silent question: Am I doing enough? Then, something shifted. She discovered the power of coaching—n...

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28:43

Leading with Heart: The Power of Emotions in the...

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2025/03/26

Send us a text Leading with Heart: The Power of Emotions in the Workplace Emotions at work—should they stay or should they go? 🤔 In this powerful episode of Business Building Blocks, I sit down with emotional resilience strategist, speaker, and author Sarah Westbrook to explore the true role of emotions in leadership and the workplace. 💡 Why do we shy away from emotions at work? 💡 How can embracing them actually make us stronger leaders? 💡 What are the practical steps to create a

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