Karen’s Articles
Equal Participation in the Workplace
Studies show that compared to men – women talk less in meetings, make fewer suggestions, are interrupted more and given less credit for their ideas. Overall – women have less influence in the workplace than men – even at the very same job level. Have you ever noticed...
Self‑Defeating Behaviors
Oftentimes, when working in or with a group, a member’s individual needs interfere with the groups’ effectiveness. Whether you are leading the group or you are a member of the group, the groups effectiveness depends on the ability to notice manage and redirect...
With Age Comes the Gift of Loving those Younger
My Great Aunt Edith lived to be 96. She died 7 years ago. Until the very end, she got up every day. She lived for more than a decade in senior housing. She dressed herself. She walked, or as my kids would say, she scuffled. She gave, she listened, she loved. ...
So You’re Not Stealing…But Are You Sharing As Effectively As Possible?
Ok – so I’ve challenged you to think about whether or not you’re stealing from your company when it comes to the sharing of data and information. (Here is the blog if you need a refresher: Are You Stealing ‘Widgets’ From Work?) …If your answer to this question is a definite ‘no!’ then you must Read the full article…
Holiday F Words
At holiday gatherings, my family of origin played word games (video games hadn't been invented yet). It's natural, then, that I'd use words to facilitate your fantastic family festivities. Here are a few words related to work, work groups, and celebrations. (Some...
Holiday Party Scruples-Tips Not Found in the Employee Handbook
This morning I attended a breakfast with like-minded professionals. The conversation drifted to holiday office parties and career gaffes we've seen through the years. So here is my gift to you . . . a few norms that may not be in the employee handbook. Keep in mind,...
Understanding Your Group: The Power of Observation
Good Observation Skills Can Give Us Valuable Information beyond What Is Being Said We spend much of our lives in various kinds of groups, but many of us seldom take the time to observe, discuss, and try to understand what is happening within them. The ability to...
Feeling Grateful with Family and Friends
Last year at Thanksgiving, I wanted the focus of the meal to be around gratitude. Remembering an exercise I learned in graduate school, I modified it to fit my family and it was a huge success. I am sharing it with you and your family as my gift to you this...
Luck Surface Area
My son Josh taught my daughter Katie about Luck Surface Area. It is a concept coined by Jason Roberts from techzinglive.com. Katie gave this example of Luck Surface Area. Imagine that every person begins life with a dartboard and one dart. Some of the...
Sign up for Karen’s Newsletter
You will also get notified when Karen releases new content like articles, and more!