Send us a text This season is loud—personally and professionally. But leadership clarity doesn’t come from more noise. In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, Kristina Schmitt explores why silence, reflection, and intentional stillness are critical for leaders, business owners, and parents—especially during busy seasons. You’ll learn: Why silence is designed into our human rhythmHow reflection leads to better decisionsPractical ways to build stillness into your daily leadersh...
Send us a text Every leader eventually faces this moment — the moment you realize a team member might not be the right fit. You’re frustrated. You’re drained. You’re questioning yourself. And you’re wondering: “Do I keep helping… or is it time to let them go?” In this episode, Kristina breaks down a practical 3-step framework to help leaders make this gut-wrenching decision with confidence and compassion. You’ll learn: ✔ How to separate feelings from facts ✔ Why your belief about someone’...
Send us a text Ever rush through onboarding because you “don’t have time”? I’ve been there too. But here’s the plot twist: Your new hire isn’t the only one struggling— YOUR WHOLE TEAM feels it. In this episode, I’m breaking down the hidden cost of poor onboarding and the 5 steps that will change everything about how you bring people onto your team. If you want smoother transitions, better performance, and less chaos… start here. 👉 Grab your Smooth Start Success Kit for $97 https://www.kristin...
Send us a text This isn’t the “clean your house” part of the conversation. This is the heart of it. In Part 2 of my conversation with Dana K. White, we talk about the emotional side of decluttering— the guilt, the identity ties, the fear of letting go, and the mental load that keeps us overwhelmed. You’ll learn: why some items feel impossible to releasehow to handle guilt-based or sentimental clutterhow “reality checks” build capacity and confidencewhy boundaries and containers matter in busi...
Send us a text What if your struggle with clutter isn’t because you’re lazy, disorganized, or lacking discipline… but because no one ever taught you a method that works for your brain? In this episode, Dana K. White (A Slob Comes Clean) breaks down her game-changing 5-step no-mess decluttering process — the same method that has helped millions finally make real progress without overwhelm. Inside this episode: Why traditional organizing systems failThe difference between shame-based declutteri...
Send us a text Change doesn’t fail because we’re lazy—it fails because something in the equation is missing. In this episode, Kristina breaks down the Beckhard-Harris Formula for Change—and how she used it to redesign her podcast setup (and mindset). When you understand this formula, you stop guessing why things don’t change—and start leading change with confidence. 🎧 Listen and start changing how you approach change. 📺Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/r5jrtN44tZU 🎧Listen here: https://www.b...
Send us a text Change is constant — but leading through it doesn’t have to be chaotic. In this episode of The Business Building Blocks Podcast, Kristina explores two foundational models for understanding and leading people through change: The Prochaska & DiClemente Stages of ChangeThe Kubler-Ross Change CurveDiscover how to recognize what stage your team is in, how to respond as a leader, and how to prevent burnout and relapse during transformation. 🎧 Listen now to learn how to move from ...
Send us a text What if your next tough conversation could actually build trust, unlock creativity, and spark change? In this episode, Kristina walks you through the GROW model — a practical leadership and coaching framework that helps you turn every problem-solving moment into progress. You’ll learn: 1. How to use the GROW framework in real conversations 2. The one question that unlocks better solutions 3. How to turn feedback into forward momentum 🎧 Watch now and start leading with curiosi...
Send us a text Ever wondered why your team doesn’t follow through—no matter how clear you are? It’s not your communication. It’s not your expectations. It’s the lack of consistent consequences. In this episode of The Business Building Blocks Podcast, Kristina Schmitt breaks down the ABC Model of Leadership—Antecedent, Behavior, and Consequence—and why consistency in feedback, both positive and corrective, builds stronger teams and lasting trust. 🎧 Tune in to learn: How to use the ABC mode...
Send us a text Ever wondered why you keep repeating the same patterns — in leadership, business, or life? In this episode, Kristina Schmitt breaks down one of the most powerful frameworks ever created: Thoughts → Feelings → Behaviors → Results. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, identify the thoughts holding you back, and create real change that lasts. 💡 Topics Covered: How your thoughts shape your leadership outcomesWhy “fake it till you make it” only works short-termHow to reverse-en...
Send us a text Leaders everywhere preach empowerment—but most miss the mark. Why? Fear of letting go, lack of clarity, and unclear expectations. In this episode, Kristina Schmitt shares how to move beyond the buzzword and create empowered teams that thrive. ✅ Discover the #1 leadership tool to make empowerment work ✅ Learn the fears that hold leaders back—and how to overcome them ✅ Get practical steps for building clarity in delegation 🎧 Don’t just talk about empowerment. Do it right. 📺Watch ...
Send us a text Leadership doesn’t have to be lonely. In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, Kristina Schmitt unpacks the power of community—why leaders need it, how to build it, and what it means for both business and personal growth. 👉 What you’ll discover in this episode: Why leaders carry more weight than they’re designed to holdThe 3 keys to finding and building the right community (Be Intentional, Be a Joiner, Be Selective)Why “the average of the 5 people you spend the ...
Send us a text When life gets overwhelming, decisions become harder. Whether at work, in leadership, or at home, clarity often feels out of reach. In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, Kristina Schmitt sits down with Amy Day, a Stanford-trained decision educator and co-creator of the VIDA Method. The VIDA (Values, Internal Operating System, Decision Process, Action) Method harnesses the latest neuroscience research to provide a clear, step-by-step guide to better decision...
Send us a text ❌ False harmony. ❌ Passive “it’s fine.” ❌ Side-bar gossip. These are the signs of a team avoiding conflict—and it’s holding them back. In this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, Kristina Schmitt breaks down how leaders can mine for conflict: creating safe, productive space for arguments that build trust, buy-in, and real results. 👉 Discover how to stop fearing conflict, and start using it to transform your team. 📺Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ct8GExPrtQw ...
Send us a text Ever been on a team that started strong but quickly hit walls of conflict, confusion, or silence? At first, everyone’s excited. But then—expectations clash, tensions rise, and suddenly it feels like you’re stuck instead of moving forward. The truth? Every team goes through these phases. The difference between a team that thrives and a team that falls apart… is leadership. In this episode of Business Building Blocks, I unpack the 5 stages of team development—forming, storming,...
Send us a text Ever feel like you’re carrying your team instead of leading them? The problem isn’t always laziness or incompetence. Sometimes, it’s misaligned vision, unclear expectations, or the wrong role fit. In this episode, I unpack how leaders can stop micromanaging, clarify what matters, and empower their teams to actually do what they were hired to do. In this episode, Kristina Schmitt unpacks the skill vs. will framework, the importance of clarity, and how to create a culture where p...
Send us a text Does your mindset affect your profit? On this episode of the Business Building Blocks Podcast, I sit down with Suzanne Longstreet to uncover how hidden beliefs—like unworthiness, fear, or not-good-enough—sabotage leaders and their bottom line. We discuss: Why profit problems often start with mindsetThe neuroscience behind breaking sabotaging patternsReal stories of leaders who doubled or tripled revenue through mindset shiftsHow to rewire your unconscious mind for successProfit...
Send us a text Sometimes, 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 t...
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...
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 vision 2️⃣ Develop your team 3️⃣ Get results (yes, it comes last—and here’s why) Whether you’re leading a...