The Leadership Vision Podcast

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/119261/open_sms] In this episode, Nathan revisits one of Brian Schubring's earliest blog posts, "Lead From Where You Are," written in 2012. [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/right-where-you-are/] The wisdom in this post is simple but powerful: meaningful influence doesn’t always come from formal leadership roles or big platforms. Instead, it often happens in quiet, everyday moments of relationship and presence. Nathan connects these reflections to themes found in Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane [https://schubrings.com/], the new book by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring. Just as the character OC learns that flight begins with small, playful steps, leaders are reminded that transformation starts not with the destination, but with paying attention to the here and now. Whether you’re leading a team, a classroom, or your own family, this episode will remind you that you don’t need to be “in charge” to make an impact. You just need to show up. Reflection Questions: * What’s one small, unnoticed moment today where you could show up more fully? * Who around you could use your attention, presence, or support? * Are you focused more on outcomes than the process? What would it look like to shift your focus? * What dream or goal are you holding onto? How might your next step be smaller—and closer—than you think? Links & Resources: * Learn more about Unfolded at schubrings.com [https://www.schubrings.com] * Subscribe to the Leadership Vision Podcast and explore past episodes * Want to bring this kind of leadership development to your organization? Visit leadershipvisionconsulting.com [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/119261/support] - Read the full blog post here! [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/resources-library/] CONTACT US * email: connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com * LinkedIn [http://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-vision-consulting] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lvcmpls] * Leadership Vision Online [https://leadership-vision-online.mn.co] ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/] is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/contact/] to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/119261/open_sms] In this episode, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Linda Schubring to talk about her new book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane [https://www.schubrings.com/]. They explore the philosophy and strategy behind the story, the metaphor of origami, and how deep listening and reflection help shape personal and team transformation. What You’ll Learn: * Why transformation begins with listening * How mountain folds and valley folds reflect life’s high and low points * The five stages of transformation: Dream, Play, Try, Fly, and Home * How Unfolded applies to individuals and teams in transition * The unexpected beauty of looking back on hard seasons with new eyes Quotes from the Episode: > “We are not just listening to what people say—we're listening to what matters to them.” >  “The creases in our story are what give us our uniqueness.” >  “Play is just practice in disguise.” Resources Mentioned: * Pre-order Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane [https://www.schubrings.com/] * Learn more about Linda and Brian Schubring at Leadership Vision Consulting [https://leadershipvisionconsulting.com] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/119261/support] - Read the full blog post here! [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/resources-library/] CONTACT US * email: connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com * LinkedIn [http://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-vision-consulting] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lvcmpls] * Leadership Vision Online [https://leadership-vision-online.mn.co] ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/] is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/contact/] to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/119261/open_sms] In This Episode, We Cover: * Why traditional team building has such a bad reputation * The five biggest reasons team building fails * What research says about effective team-building elements * How to plan team-building activities that actually work Resources Team Building Tops the List of Most Disliked Workplace Social Activities Please Don't Make Me Go! Team-Building is Not for Everyone, Says Acas Many Workers Do Not Like Team-Building Activities – Report Team-Building Activities Disliked by a Third of Workers, Survey Shows Build a Great Team on a Relationship-Based Culture, Not the Myth of Family [https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/build-great-team-relationship-based-culture-myth-family-gervais-7ykgc] 5 Questions for Team Building - Leadership Vision Consulting 17 Smart Ways For Managers To Foster Two-Way Relationships With Team Members Relationship-Based Leadership: Be More Than a Boss The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership 11 Reasons Millennials and Gen Z Dislike Team Building Activities Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/119261/support] - Read the full blog post here! [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/resources-library/] CONTACT US * email: connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com * LinkedIn [http://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-vision-consulting] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lvcmpls] * Leadership Vision Online [https://leadership-vision-online.mn.co] ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/] is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/contact/] to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/119261/open_sms] In this episode, we announce the upcoming release of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane [https://www.schubrings.com/]—a powerful new book by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring. Learn why they chose an allegory to share their leadership philosophy, what an origami crane can teach us about transformation, and how each of us holds a personal map that can guide our journey. Key Topics: * Why Unfolded is an allegory, not a traditional leadership book * The metaphor of origami: how our lives are shaped and reshaped * Introduction to OC, the origami crane protagonist * The meaning of transformation vs. change * How reflection leads to personal growth * What readers can expect in terms of content and takeaway Memorable Quotes: > “Unfolding leaves creases.” – Dr. Linda Schubring > “Origami reminds us we can always be refolded into something new.” – Brian Schubring >  “This book is an invitation to consider your story, your dreams, and the people who shape you.” – Dr. Linda Schubring Pre-Order the Book: Release Date: June 4, 2025 Pre-order now: schubrings.com [http://schubrings.com] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/119261/support] - Read the full blog post here! [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/resources-library/] CONTACT US * email: connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com * LinkedIn [http://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-vision-consulting] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lvcmpls] * Leadership Vision Online [https://leadership-vision-online.mn.co] ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/] is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/contact/] to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/119261/open_sms] Hey friends! 👋 This week, the Leadership Vision Podcast is taking a short break for spring break! 🌸 No new episode today, but we’ll be back next week with a very special announcement [https://www.schubrings.com/] from Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring that you won’t want to miss. In the meantime, give yourself a break, too—whether it’s a walk, a run, a hike, or just a quiet moment to recharge. Your mental health and well-being matter. 👉 Learn more about us at leadershipvisionconsulting.com [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/]  🎧 And make sure to tune in next week for the big reveal! Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/119261/support] - Read the full blog post here! [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/resources-library/] CONTACT US * email: connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com * LinkedIn [http://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-vision-consulting] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lvcmpls] * Leadership Vision Online [https://leadership-vision-online.mn.co] ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/] is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us [https://www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com/contact/] to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.