Mindset, Growth, and Navigating Public Leadership with Mayor Kegan Schmicker

In this special in-person episode, Chris Anderson sits down with Tipton, Indiana’s Mayor Kegan Schmicker to talk leadership, community vision, and the real weight of decision-making in public service. From personal mindset strategies to professional growth goals, Mayor Schmicker offers a grounded perspective on what it really takes to lead with purpose—whether you’re running a business or a city.  Main Topics Covered:How Mayor Schmicker’s leadership journey began in high school and evolved through serviceNavigating criticism and failure in leadership roles with conviction and visionLeading a small town with an entrepreneurial mindset and community-first strategyBalancing personal well-being and mental health in public-facing leadershipBuilding thick skin while remaining emotionally present and groundedThe power of setting a vision and sacrificing short-term comfort for long-term growthWhat Tipton’s revitalization says about small-town innovationLeadership lessons from other mayors and mentors across IndianaHow nature, family, and silence create space for better leadership and clarityWhat success looks like beyond politics—being a present, purposeful father This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning we'll receive a small commission if you buy something. =========================== ⚡️PODCAST: Subscribe to our podcast here ➡ https://elevatemedia.buzzsprout.com/ ⚡️Need post-recording video production help? Let's chat ➡ https://calendly.com/elevate-media-group/application ⚡️For Support inquires or Business inquiries, please email us at ➡︎ support@elevate-media-group.com Our mission here at Elevate Media is to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs elevate their brands and make an impact through the power of video podcasting. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all our episodes or videos on the Elevate Media and Elevate Media Podcast YouTube channels. https://elevatemediastudios.com/disclaimer