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Discover the secrets to becoming a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) with insights from marketing expert Alan Gonsenhauser on an enlightening episode of the Schmidt List podcast. Hosted by Kurt Schmidt alongside Gonsenhauser, this episode uncovers the pivotal strategies necessary for ascending the marketing ranks to secure a coveted CMO position.

In this episode, you'll explore diverse topics, including:
- Leaping to a marketing career from varied backgrounds
- The essential skills needed for a CMO role
- The critical role of mentorship and broad networking in advancing one’s career
- Staying ahead of the curve with technological innovations, especially the integration of AI in marketing strategies

With his rich background in various CMO roles and an eclectic professional journey, Alan Gonsenhauser imparts priceless wisdom for those aiming to lead in the marketing realm. He emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology, like AI, and the value of diverse experiences across different business sectors, offering a wealth of knowledge for anyone in marketing.

Tune into the Schmidt List podcast for further expert discussions on marketing leadership, career progression, and the embrace of innovation within the marketing sphere.

For more on Alan Gonsenhauser's expertise, visit [DemandRevenue.com](http://demandrevenue.com).

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Join us on this enlightening episode of the Schmidt List Podcast, where host Kurt Schmidt engages in an engaging conversation with Tricia Dege, a leadership development expert and coach. This episode is a must-watch for professional women, mainly working mothers, seeking effective personal and professional growth strategies.

🔹 What's Covered:
- Tricia Dege shares her journey from being a chief financial officer in healthcare to discovering her passion for leadership development.
- Insights into working moms' unique challenges and how leadership coaching can help.
- The benefits of the cohort model in leadership training and its impact on professional growth.
- Practical tips on managing work-life balance, reducing workplace stress, and navigating career advancement as a working mother.
- Strategies for businesses to support the career development of working moms and promote female leadership.
- Discussion on combating imposter syndrome and building confidence among professional women.

🔹 Key Highlights:
- Discover how leadership development can transform your career and personal life.
- Learn about the importance of community and coaching for professional women.
- Understand the real meaning of workplace flexibility and how it can be effectively implemented.
- Gain insights on the importance of having allies and mentors in career advancement.
- Explore practical steps working mothers can take to balance their professional and personal responsibilities.

🔹 Who Should Watch:
- Working mothers looking for strategies to juggle career and family.
- HR professionals and business leaders want to understand how to support female employees better.
- Women in leadership roles seeking community and validation.
- Anyone interested in personal development, leadership coaching, and organizational culture.

Connect with Tricia:www.mommastermind.comwww.linkedin.com/in/tricia-mason-dege/www.linkedin.com/company/mom-mastermind/www.instagram.com/mom_mastermind/www.facebook.com/mommastermind 

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Do you feel like networking is just a business card exchange game? Get ready to rethink your approach with this week's enlightening Schmidt List episode featuring the incredible Susan Rylance!

🔗 Episode Highlights:

Beyond Business Cards: Dive deep with Susan and Kurt as they dissect the conventional misnomers around networking. Discover how genuine connections outshine mere business transactions and learn how to transform your networking into meaningful events.- **Values in Action:

Susan shares her intentional networking strategy, which is aligned with her core company values — supporting women-owned organizations and ESOPs. Kurt underscores the vital importance of aligning actions with values, especially regarding empowerment, diversity, and inclusivity.- 

From Interaction to Impact:

Learn how Susan’s approach to meeting new people and nurturing relationships led to creating the successful "Women in Wine" group — a testament to the strength of focused networking based on shared interests and values.- 

Masterful Event Planning:** Take a page from Susan's playbook on organizing panel events that resonate with authenticity and purpose. Plus, find out how turning a profit from these events into charitable donations can amplify attendance and impact.- 

Empowering Women in Tech:

You will gain practical advice on navigating networking events in male-dominated industries, making them more accessible and comfortable for women, and leveraging male allies for support.


Connect with Susan!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanrylance/
https://intuitivetech.com/about-us/

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In a captivating episode, hosts Kurt Schmidt and Katharine Kelly discuss the transformative power of understanding consumer insights for business strategy and sales success.

The hosts dive into the birth of Katharine’s business, Inquisitive, in the wake of the pandemic’s onset in 2021. With a focus on qualitative over quantitative research, Inquisitive aims to decode the reasons behind customer behavior to enrich businesses with deeper understanding.

They highlight the pitfalls companies face when they neglect the dynamic needs of their customer base. Particularly vulnerable are growing businesses that may lose touch with their market without thorough research, often relying on outdated or superficial data.

The intersection of sales and consumer research is crucial. Katharine underscores that while salespeople are important custodians of customer relationships, they must work in tandem with research teams to generate nuanced insights, mindful of inherent biases.

The episode reveals the significance of continuously gathering diverse customer feedback to fuel innovation and maintain trust. The hosts advocate for curiosity-driven enterprises that prioritize customers’ evolving perceptions as the key to remaining nimble and successful in a competitive market.

In closing, both Kurt and Katharine reflect positively on how the pandemic has altered their approaches to business, viewing these shifts as openings to capture human behavioral insights more effectively. Katharine shares her contact details for listeners interested in Inquisitive Insights.

This episode not only highlights the indispensability of connecting with customers on a deeper level but also serves as an instructional guide for those seeking to integrate these insights into their corporate culture for enhanced decision-making and business growth.

Find Katharine here!
Website: https://www.inquisitiveinsights.com/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/inquisitive_insights/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katharinekelly/

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Are you equipped to make fast, effective decisions and protect your business from internet crime?

We just wrapped up a thought-provoking conversation with Dylan Evans on the latest episode of Schmidt List, where we tackled the intricacies of decision-making in business and the ever-evolving challenges of cybersecurity.

In this episode:
Amazon's strategy of minimal coordination 🔄 and how it faces challenges like single points of failure.The reality of cyber threats 💻, including ransomware that demands cryptocurrency, and the tools and strategies to prevent such digital extortion.How security measures are advancing 🛡️, requiring more than just traditional methods, and why continuous education and smart processes are your best line of defense.🔑 Key Takeaways:
Empowering line workers with decision-making accountability can lead to more agile and effective outcomes.An integrated approach to security—including AI, financial process engineering, and real-time awareness—can significantly reduce the incidence and impact of ransomware attacks.Don't lag on your digital hygiene: Implement tools like password managers (Bitwarden, LastPass, One Password) and hardware tokens (YubiKey) for an extra layer of security.To hear the full conversation and gain deeper insights into protecting your business, tune in to this episode of Schmidt List!

🔗 And for those looking to fortify their operations against cybercrime, Dylan Evans offers a wealth of knowledge. Connect with him on LinkedIn or check out Simple Salt for invaluable resources.



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🎙️ In Episode 256, we dove into the tech world within the agriculture supply chain and fetched some invaluable lessons suitable for any tech enthusiast or professional looking to ride the waves of tech evolution successfully.

Here's what you should absolutely take away from this insightful session:

🌱 **The Growth Mindset**:

- Confidence is crucial but complement it with humility to conquer impostor syndrome.
- Be a perpetual learner—stagnation is the enemy in this fast-paced tech landscape.
- Embrace curiosity and expand knowledge beyond your domain to stay relevant.

🤝 **The Power of Networking & Mentorship**:

- Prioritize aligning with a company’s values and mission—where you contribute matters.
- Leverage networking for opportunities; it’s not just what you know, but who you know.
- Seek diverse mentorship and guidance—growth often comes from unexpected places.

💡 **Career Advancement Strategies**:

- Conveying your ideas is as important as crafting them—hone your persuasive skills.
- Look internally for growth; if a role doesn’t fit, angle for the one that does.
- Offer value in your network; it’s about giving as much as you take.

There is too much Schmidt to List!

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