Guest Appearances

In this episode, Janelle Smith and Dianne Samples are joined by Julia Keider, the Principal Executive Coach for Keider Consulting Group, to explore how aligning personal values with professional goals strengthens leadership, relationships, and community impact. From navigating the transition from teaching to coaching, hear as they share insights in understanding leadership styles and building authentic, purpose driven connections. Thank you to the sponsors of this episode: Bob Maxey Ford - https://www.bobmaxeyfordhowell.com/ Lake Trust Credit Union - https://laketrust.org/ Show Links Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/howellchamber Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/howellareachamber/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/howell-area-chamber-of-comm/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/HowellChamber YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfP1T-4lCgHMu8ZhxtEOTyw Website- https://howell.org/ Guest Links Website: https://www.keiderconsulting.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keiderconsulting LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keider-consulting-group-llc/ Email: juliakeider@keiderconsulting.com

What happens when you trade in your classroom for the coaching seat — and let your story fuel your impact? In this powerful episode of Coffee & Grit, I sit down with Julia Keider, a former teacher who turned her passion for people and purpose into a thriving coaching and consulting career. Julia’s journey isn’t just about making a career move — it’s about honoring your life experiences, embracing your full story, and realizing that the next chapter can be even more fulfilling than the last. From growing up in an immigrant family in Brighton, MI, to raising her own kids while navigating personal loss and professional pivots, Julia opens up about what it really means to build a life that’s connected, meaningful, and purpose-driven. We dive into her transition from the classroom to the boardroom, the power of listening deeply, and how she helps leaders slow down the noise to unlock their own potential. We explore: The lessons hidden in every chapter of your life (yes, even the hard ones). How to move past the "I'm just a teacher" mindset and build something bigger. The art of asking the right questions to create transformation. Why being a coach (and a parent) means modeling the very growth you want to inspire. And how to create spaces — at work, at home, and in your community — that foster connection and purpose. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your current role, wondered if it’s too late to start over, or questioned if your experiences really matter in the next phase of your journey, this episode is for you. Spoiler alert: you’ve got more in the tank than you think. Learn more about Jason's work! Website: https://www.roar.consulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/ Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees Email: jasontracey@roar.consulting Phone: (810) 522-8931  Get to know Julia’s work! Website: https://www.keiderconsulting.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-keider/ Email: juliakeider@keiderconsulting.com

In this episode, we sit down with Julia Keider and Jennifer Slater, experienced HR professionals, to discover their backgrounds and what sparked their interest in Human Resources. They share their involvement with SHRM and LAHRA, discussing the reasons behind their active engagement. We also delve into LAHRA's current focus areas, addressing critical HR topics such as diversity and workplace culture. Our guests shed light on LAHRA's community partnerships, highlighting initiatives that benefit both employers and employees. Show Links Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/howellchamber Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/howellareachamber/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/howell-area-chamber-of-comm/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/HowellChamber YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfP1T-4lCgHMu8ZhxtEOTyw Website- https://howell.org/ Guest Links SHRM Website: https://www.shrm.org/ LAHRA Website: https://www.livingstonhr.org/