What's the Secret to Sustainable Growth Without Burnout?

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Imperfect Marketing, host Kendra Corman sits down with Dr. Christiane Schroeter — marketing professor, wellness advocate, and TEDx speaker — to explore how intentional, bite-sized actions can help entrepreneurs and professionals create lasting change without burnout.Dr. Schroeter shares her journey from a fascination with advertising in Germany to teaching marketing, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the U.S., blending her academic expertise with her passion for wellness. Together, she and Kendra dive into how mindful, structured habits — what Dr. Schroeter calls petite practices — can transform not only your business but your life.🌱 The Power of Petite PracticesWhy sustainable change comes from small, intentional steps — not all-nighters and burnoutHow 15-minute bursts of focus can create real momentumPractical tools to manage time and avoid distraction (including Dr. Schroeter’s favorite timer hack!)How to infuse joy and balance into your workday to stay aligned and productive🎙️ The 3P System: A Framework for VisibilityDr. Schroeter’s 3P System — Podcasting, Publishing, and Presenting — as a roadmap to greater visibilityHow to turn your ideas into impact, starting with simple writingWhy sharing your story authentically (not perfectly) helps you connect and growBuilding confidence from writing → guest podcasting → public speaking🔥 The TEDx Experience: Turning Your Story Into a MessageWhat it really takes to prepare for a TEDx talk — and why it’s more intense than you thinkHow to craft a story that resonates with an audience and inspires changeThe key mindset shift every aspiring speaker needs: it’s not about you, it’s about who you help💡 Marketing Lessons You’ll Want to StealThe importance of a runway before and after every launchWhy behind-the-scenes storytelling matters just as much as the final revealHow visibility, vulnerability, and consistency build trust and connectionThe reminder every marketer needs: people don’t buy products — they buy storiesConnect with Christiane Schroeter:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianeschroeter/Whether you’re building your brand, preparing to share your message, or simply trying to balance business and wellness, this episode is full of actionable insight and inspiration to help you grow with purpose — one petite practice at a time.🎧 Tune in to learn how small, intentional steps can lead to powerful, sustainable change in both your business and your life. Looking to leverage AI? Want better results? Want to think about what you want to leverage?Check and see how I am using it for FREE on YouTube. From "Holy cow, it can do that?" to "Wait, how does this work again?" – I've got all your AI curiosities covered. It's the perfect after-podcast snack for your tech-hungry brain. Watch here