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Kara Schmitt Coaching & Leadership development Credentials
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Lead well by staying connected to who you are.

Grow as a leader—and as a person.
Feel supported as you support others.
Lead with authenticity and alignment.
Create a workplace where people belong and thrive.

Ready to return to what matters most? You’re in the right place.

LEADER:

“Anyone who takes responsibility for finding the potential in people and processes and has the courage to develop that potential.”

– Brené Brown

About me:

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and systems thinker who believes there is a leader within each of us, shaped by our experiences, values, and the way we move through the world.

Early in my career, I came to understand both the joy and the cost of work rooted in service. I saw how meaningful it can be to create change—and how easy it is to lose pieces of ourselves along the way. I experienced that, too.

That experience shapes my work today. I support people who care deeply about what they do and the difference they want to make. I create spaces grounded in compassion, curiosity, and connection—where people can slow down, reconnect with what matters, and lead in ways that feel true to who they are.

For the past decade, I’ve coached, consulted, and facilitated across nonprofit, corporate, and government settings—helping individuals and teams draw on their values and strengths, navigate complexity, imagine what’s possible, and lead with greater clarity, courage, and heart.

What I love supporting leaders with…

Clarity – Cut through the noise and lead with intention.
Alignment – Lead in ways that reflect your values and strengths.
Courage – Navigate difficult conversations and meaningful change.
Resilience – Build sustainable practices that prevent burnout.
Growth – Become the leader you want to be.

What coaching clients are saying about Kara Schmitt's Leadership Development Coaching
What Client’s are Sharing:

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Working with Kara has been an incredibly rewarding experience. She is a responsive, compassionate, and strategic coach who holds people accountable in a kind and intentional way. Through her guidance, I have grown tremendously in my leadership and supervision skills. Her workshops, including Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead program, have challenged me to lead with courage, authenticity, and clarity. I deeply appreciate her ability to create a space for growth while ensuring accountability, and I highly recommend her coaching to anyone looking to strengthen their leadership.

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~Mayra A.
Team Support:

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Working with Kara has been an incredibly valuable experience for our team! Her guidance has helped us strengthen our listening and communication skills, creating a more open and supportive environment. Taking the time to reflect as a group on what’s working well and how we interact has been both insightful and rewarding.
Through her facilitation, we’ve gained a deeper understanding of each other and how to provide support, especially in high-stress situations. The strategies she introduced have not only improved the efficiency of our work and meetings but have also carried over into our lives beyond the workplace.
We highly recommend Kara to any team looking to enhance communication, collaboration, and overall effectiveness. Her impact on our group has been meaningful and impactful!

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~Katie Wilberding Cross
Director of Bridging the Gap
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