Quilting Culture: Kind Leadership for Growth ft. Nathan Caldwell

Quilting Culture: Kind Leadership for Growth ft. Nathan Caldwell

February 13, 2026 · 59 min · Season 2025 · Episode 38

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This episode discusses the importance of kindness in leadership with Nathan Caldwell, focusing on building trust and compassion in business environments.

🎙️ Podcast Title: Quilting Culture: Kind Leadership for Growth Welcome to this episode of "Live with Sondra" where we explore the transformative power of kindness in leadership with Nathan Caldwell, Owner and Keynote Speaker at Empowering Kindness . Nathan is a leadership expert and author who has guided teams through high-stakes transitions like mergers and acquisitions, and now teaches executives how to build cultures rooted in trust, clarity, and compassion. In this session, Nathan Caldwell and Sondra dive into: Defining Kind Leadership : What kindness really means in business—and why it’s not the same as being nice. Culture During Change : How to lead with empathy through mergers, acquisitions, seasonal turnover, and industry disruptions. Retention Through Respect : Why clear expectations and emotional intelligence help team members return season after season. Coaching vs. Compliment Sandwiches : How to build trust through consistent feedback rather than manipulative praise. Hiring for Attitude, Not Just Skill : Why teaching your brand of excellence starts with the right mindset. Empowering Managers to Lead with Heart : How to overcome fear-based leadership and foster growth…

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