Schmidt List - Business Insights

Kurt Schmidt
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May 11, 2021 • 33min

Creating a Culture of Experimentation - Ep 153

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-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/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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May 5, 2021 • 36min

What are the Skills a Product Manager should Master? - Ep 152

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 highlight 5 key skillsets every Product Manager should master in their career.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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Apr 27, 2021 • 23min

Empowering Caregivers Through Technology - Ep 151

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 podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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Apr 20, 2021 • 32min

What Makes a Startup Successful? - Ep 150

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 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/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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Apr 13, 2021 • 27min

Supporting Women in Technology - Ep 149

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 contemplating leaving the workforce altogether. Now, more than ever, we MUST learn to better support women in technology.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/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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Apr 6, 2021 • 30min

Organizational Structure and Design in Management - Ep 148

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-kitFollow us on all the things!https://twitter.com/Schmidt_Listhttps://www.instagram.com/schmidtlistpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/schmidtlist/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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Mar 30, 2021 • 38min

Project Planning! Software & Management Best Practices - Ep 147

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 in team management and software tools for project management.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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Mar 23, 2021 • 31min

How to Improve your Emotional Intelligence - Ep 146

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.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/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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Mar 9, 2021 • 36min

Change Your Uncertainty into a Super Power! - Ep 145

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 unskilled comedian, and a yogi. 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/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.
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Mar 2, 2021 • 43min

Why Self-Awareness in Leadership is Essential for Success - Ep 144

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/2DWgxmAHere's a link to the gear I use to produce the show: https://kit.co/KRTS/schmidt-list-live-streaming-kitCheck out my company at https://www.foundrymakes.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.

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