Susie Schumacher
Intuitive Strategist 

There was a time when my mindset was all about control—control everything, everyone, every outcome. I was caught up in a fear cyclone. As an HR Manager, the responsibility was intense. It wasn’t a job you could give anything less than 110%. My decisions had real consequences, and everyone expected an answer—immediately. I met with many struggling leaders, and I understood because I was struggling too.

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Eventually, I made a choice to retire—earlier than expected. And for the first time in a long time, I could breathe.

My career was multi-layered, filled with incredible people and invaluable lessons. I handled high-conflict situations and learned firsthand that honesty, compassion, and listening—truly listening—can shift everything. I had a knack for cutting through the noise and getting to the real issue beneath policies, opinions, and egos. And the most challenging employee matters I faced? Those were my greatest teachers. At the time, I wasn’t sure I’d get through them. Admitting you’re overwhelmed or unsure as a leader doesn’t always bring support—it often brings more pressure to just “handle it.”

But looking back, I see that everything unfolded exactly as it was meant to. Now, I use those experiences and the lessons I learned to help leaders navigate their own challenges. I understand how isolating leadership can be and how easy it is to lose yourself in the responsibility of it all. That’s why I’m here—to be the support I wish I had.

I help leaders infuse their work with self-awareness and finding the balance of the human element with accountability.  Heart-led leadership isn’t just a theory—it works. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.