Karen’s Articles
How Leaders Work Virtually
As a consultant, coach, trainer, and writer, I have been working virtually for 29 years. While I travel to my clients’ offices and conduct programs with groups of people, much of my work takes place in my home office. Through the years I have read books, attended...
Spreading Leadership During Coronavirus
The first week of every month tends to be productive and active for me, and last week was no exception. I am often included in staff meetings of my regular clients. Last week, I led a biotech’s senior leadership retreat, I spoke at an environmental association...
How to Prepare for Your Internship
https://youtu.be/9gb9-qpecAU Hi, my name is Maria and I was Karen’s intern last summer. I’ve known Karen for a few years and I was given the opportunity to work as her administrative and personal assistant. I prepared for this opportunity by researching other...
Do You Ask For Iceberg Lettuce?
One of my favorite lunch spots is Cava. It’s one of those restaurants where you go through a line and the staff asks you what you want based on the selection in front of you. You start with a base which is a salad, burrito, or bowl — I always ask for “all the dark...
What To Do Before Your Intern Arrives
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_QjcieJeYc (Click here for Part 1, Why You Should Hire An Intern.) So, Part 2 of Hiring An Intern! What should you do before your intern even arrives? Well, it’s pretty simple: agree on when they’re going to start and finish, and on...
Are You Smarter Than My New Roomba?
My husband Bill and I decided that we needed a Roomba robotic vacuum. We ordered one, hooked it up, and let it roll. The Roomba did a nice job on the hardwood floors and transitioned easily to and from the carpet. It took a rambling path and when it encountered...
Speak Not, Promote Not
Those who are deep thinkers, with a wealth of subject matter knowledge, are only valuable to their organizations if they can articulate their expertise. It’s not what we know, it’s what we do with our knowledge that makes us significant contributors to our...
Why You Should Hire An Intern
https://youtu.be/SoAQsZXWMi4 I had the most awesome experience this summer. I made the plunge and hired a college intern, and she has been awesome. She’s was incredible! I want that same experience for you and your company. So, I want you to go to your HR...
You Can Be 10% Happier
Over the holidays I read the book,10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works--A True Story, by Dan Harris. There’s also a podcast and an app by the same name and with the same...
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