The Blueprint for Better Leadership: Kabri Lehrman-Schmid

Learnings and Missteps

In this insightful episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Kabri Luhrman Schmid, a nationally recognized construction influencer and project superintendent at Hensel Phelps. Kabri shares her 18-year journey in the construction industry, focusing on complex projects and redefining leadership. The conversation delves into her approach to jobsite leadership, emphasizing the importance of creating environments where workers feel valued and empowered to contribute. Kabri discusses the concept of psychological safety, the role of effective communication, and the impact of building trust within teams. She also touches on the challenges and rewards of being a change agent in a traditionally rigid industry. Throughout the episode, Kabri's authentic passion for people and process improvement shines through, making this a must-listen for anyone in the construction field.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

02:32 Diving into Job Site Leadership

04:11 Personal Experiences and Leadership Style

06:59 Challenges and Consensus Building

10:55 Impact of Leadership on Job Sites

11:07 Listener Shoutout and Feedback

12:45 Early Career Lessons and Mentorship

14:27 The Importance of Listening and Learning

21:12 Creating a Learning Environment on Job Sites

27:31 The Value of Human-Centric Leadership

30:12 The Impact of Long-Term Industry Experience

30:41 Championing Mental Health and Wellbeing in Construction

32:00 Building Relationships and Overcoming Friction

32:53 The Power of Small Actions in Creating Change

34:09 Navigating Leadership and Performance Evaluations

47:06 The Importance of Psychological Safety

52:58 Authentic Leadership and Industry Recognition

57:41 Final Thoughts and Connecting with the Audience

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1. Introducing KB Lerman Schmidt (00:00:00)

2. Defining Jobsite Leadership (00:02:37)

3. Why Choose to Be a Superintendent (00:07:43)

4. The Value of Field Intelligence (00:11:48)

5. Creating Trust Takes Time (00:19:11)

6. Psychological Safety in Construction (00:33:48)

7. Fearlessly Authentic Leadership (00:46:28)

8. The Promise KB Intends to Be (01:00:16)