Stefanie Schodrof is the founder of SENSEORY, a wellness-forward brand combining science-backed tools, essential oils, and a free mobile app to elevate everyday and workplace well-being. With 14+ years in wellness and 20+ years in corporate leadership across private/public equity, she blends business acumen with holistic health expertise. A certified barre and Lagree instructor, Stefanie also leads the SENSEORY wellness talk series, holds an MBA from Kellogg Northwestern, and wellness certifications from Stanford, Wharton, and GHR.

In this episode, Philip and Stef Schodrof discuss: 

• Seeing failure as data, not defeat
• Turning challenges into change
• Building wellness through small routines
• Shaping culture with leadership and wellness

Lightbulb Moments:

• Stef reframes failure as information to learn from rather than something to fear. She explains that every setback provides insight to adjust course and reminds us that successful people often fail repeatedly before reaching their goals.
• A defining moment for her was being told her IQ would limit her potential. Instead of accepting it, she used it as motivation to pursue higher education and entrepreneurship, showing how negative feedback can spark growth and resilience.
• Stef shares practical habits like using visual cues, taking micro-breaks, and setting boundaries with technology. These consistent choices—such as avoiding phones upon waking or adding sensory reminders—can greatly improve mental health and productivity.
• The conversation emphasizes that leaders who model healthy rhythms influence their teams. Prioritizing breaks, hydration, and stress management fosters a positive environment, reduces burnout, and makes wellness a shared daily practice.

“Wellness takes practice. No one's gonna hand you wellness; it's not something you can package. It's something you have to practice. And so if you're not taking care of yourself, well, who's going to?” - Stef Schodrof

Connect with Stef Schodrof: 

Company’s Website: www.livesenseory.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanieschodrof/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livesenseory/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/senseory 

SENSEORY's popular wellness talk series is ideal for events, team-building, conferences, or any gathering that could use an icebreaker or infusion of wellness-forward inspiration and information. The talks are generally 50 minutes in duration but can be tailored accordingly. As an optional add-on, SENSEORY swag can be provided per audience attendee, focusing on wellness for the busy achiever.

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