The Freedom of Not Sweating the Small Stuff with Meadow Riedel

This conversation is so full of leadership gold.You wouldn’t believe how much didn’t make it into the final cut.Today I’m joined by Meadow Riedel, External Affairs Manager for Kinross Alaska, whose 25+ year communications career has intersected with some of Alaska’s most vital industries. From leading crisis response during the 2018 Anchorage earthquake to fostering trust-based partnerships in mining, Meadow shares candid insights on patience, delegation, and the art of listening. We talk about what it takes to move from doing everything yourself to empowering others, why lifelong learning is non-negotiable, and how leaders can balance transparency with speed in moments of crisis. Along the way, Meadow offers wisdom on parenting, embracing imperfection, and building resilience.Connect with Meadow on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/meadowbaileyMy free PDF, “The 5 Secrets of Impossibly Effective Teams,” will show you the simple leadership moves that help teams unlock their full potential and deliver outsized results—without burning out. Grab your copy now at geoffwelch.com/secrets