The Steady Leader Podcast
Welcome to the Steady Leader Podcast, inspired by Schuyler Williamson's book, The Steady Leader! This podcast is your go-to resource for mastering leadership at every level—whether you're leading yourself, managing a team, or driving company growth. Join us each episode as we dive deep into actionable strategies, insights, and personal stories that will empower you to sharpen your leadership skills, build resilience, and unlock new levels of success for you and your business. Tune in to become a more effective, steady leader, and take your business to the next level.
The Steady Leader Podcast
Leading With Optimism & Intentionality | The Steady Leader | Austin Clemens
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In this episode of the Steady Leader Podcast, we explore the lasting influence of early-life leaders and how those experiences shape who we are today. Schuyler and Austin delve into the power of optimism in leadership, recognizing potential in people, and empowering team members to speak up—especially when it comes to seeing both opportunities and red flags. They also discuss the importance of empathy, humility, and how to inspire others by being others-focused. It is the leader’s responsibility to create an environment that fosters growth, supports individual goals, and stays attuned to the team’s well-being through consistent 1-on-1s and check-ins. From morning routines to vision planning, they cover essential practices like balancing DISC styles within teams and nurturing spiritual health. Austin’s company vision brings it all together, aspiring to make positive changes in home environments for stronger communities, driven by a carefully built team committed to this mission
Key Takeaways:
The influence of leaders in younger life
The importance and struggle of Optimism as a leader
How to cast a vision for your team and each individual
Recognizing Team Level Sickness in your company
The importance of spiritual health
Vision planning for Company
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Leadership
00:51 Baseball Memories and Rivalries
04:48 Personal Background and Early Leadership Influences
07:50 Professional Journey and Leadership Lessons
11:40 Challenges of Optimism in Leadership
21:47 Daily Routines for Effective Leadership
26:15 Handling Challenging Interactions
27:50 Vision and Values in Team Leadership
29:14 Embracing Long-Term Goals
29:33 The Power of Storytelling in Learning
30:03 Supporting Personal Goals
30:56 Vision and Leadership
31:56 Understanding Team Dynamics
32:47 The Importance of Emotional Check-Ins
39:41 Spiritual Health and Simplicity
41:24 Vision Planning for the Company
44:10 Hiring the Right Talent
46:55 Diagnosing Business Health
52:48 Wealth Building and Leadership
56:35 The Role of Generosity in Leadership
58:45 Conclusion and Follow-Up