Karen’s Articles
Proximity Bias and Neighbors
Twenty-five years ago, my husband and I moved into a newly-built house in a brand new neighborhood. There were just a few other residents at the time and there was a ton of construction. For the first three years, our streets were filled with dirt, noise, and...
Passion Takes All Forms
Months ago I wrote about “Meraki.” Meraki is when you put your heart and soul into your work. I think there needs to be another word when you link something you are passionate about with something that is your gift or talent and then you turn it into your life’s...
What Training Does Your Organization Need?
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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...
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