Karen’s Articles
So You Want To Be a Rock Star?
I just came back from a big adventure and am eager to share my experiences and pictures with you, but for now there’s a more immediate message. I had just returned to the US (and this time zone!) Sunday night when I joined millions of other Americans to watch the...
Work-Related Loves
In other cultures, there are multiple words for the various kinds of love that we experience. I am told that there is a word for romantic love that is different from the word for the love a parent has for a child, and another word altogether for loving an activity...
What the Best Managers Do
Superior managers positively: Seek, find, and develop the strengths of everyone. Manage conflict and disagreement in a positive and productive way. Provide light, direction, and encouragement to all those they encounter. -- Karen Snyder For more of Karen's...
A Matter of Perspective
Unexpected events can set you back or set you up. It's all a matter of perspective. -- Mary Anne Radmacher When a multi-year, fulfilling project closed at the tail end of 2022, my husband and I chose to check off a bucket list adventure. As you receive this...
I Am Fed Up! Enough is Enough!
For those of you who are long time readers, you will notice that I frequently write blogs on positivity, appreciation, and gratitude. In general, I try to model those qualities when approaching challenges in my work and personal life. So, is there ever a time when...
A Change in Attitude
I recently came across a list of amazing quotes by acclaimed American poet, storyteller, and civil rights activist Maya Angelou. Since I often write blogs discussing the importance of gratitude and mindset in our personal and professional lives, I found it to be a...
Remote Work – How Fair is Your Organization?
I recently had three discussions about remote work in the same one-week period. The first instance came up with a close friend. Yohan moved to the DC area during the pandemic because his wife got a new job here and his Charlotte-based company was allowing, and even...
Jingle Bells, Scooter Style
Scooting down the street On a cold December day Through the traffic we go Swerving all the way Bells on handlebars ring Making spirits bright What fun it is to laugh and sing A scooting song tonight Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way Oh, what...
Who Cares What’s In Your Head?
When I arrived at my destination to conduct a recent in-person training, Sui was in the parking spot next to me. She greeted me warmly and stood at my hatchback while I unloaded my cart, lunch, flip chart, and other materials. As I was checking to make sure that I...
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