Andrea Wanerstrand Interview: Leading Through Chaos

In this powerful conversation, Kari sits down with Andrea Wanerstrand, a leadership strategist and executive coach who’s shaped teams at Microsoft, Meta, and T-Mobile. With 25+ years of experience, Andrea shares why emotional intelligence is the new superpower, how leaders unknowingly create fear-based cultures, and why your nervous system is your secret advantage.

They dive deep into:

• What really makes high-performing teams thrive
  
• Why fake-it-til-you-make-it fails, and what to do instead
  
• The shift from "know-it-all" to "learn-it-all" leadership at Microsoft
  
• How to lead through change without burning out
  
• The connection between self-regulation, confidence, and culture
  
• The mindset practice that helps leaders stay human in an AI-driven world
  
  

Andrea also gives us a sneak peek into her Mindset Maven Method Lab, an 8-week cohort launching in 2026 designed to help leaders stay energized, focused, and impactful—without grinding themselves into the ground.

Key takeaway: Leadership today demands more than strategy—it requires self-mastery, emotional regulation, and authentic presence. This episode gives you the mindset map to start now.

🔗 Links & Resources:

• Andrea’s website: a3culturelab.com
  
• Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: Andrea Wanterstrand
• Sign up for the 2026 Mindset Maven Method Lab: https://mindsetmaven.com/

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