The Voice of Leadership: Recent Episodes
Karen Wilson-Starks
Communication is far more than delivering messages — it is the foundation for trust, innovation, shared vision, and long-term organizational success.
In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen explores how executive leaders strengthen communication by creating an environment where employees speak up without fear. When people find their voice, their teams perform up to 18% better. The next question every leader must ask: do I listen to understand? Do I listen at least twice as much as I speak?
This episode also examines how technology, geographically dispersed teams, generational preferences, cultural differences, and virtual work environments shape the way leaders communicate.
Finally, Dr. Karen highlights the importance of legacy communication — how organizations preserve institutional knowledge and wisdom transfer across generations.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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Artificial intelligence now shapes how executive leaders think, solve problems, and make decisions. In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen welcomes internet marketing strategist and Digital Empire Creator, Chad Barr to explore ChatGPT’s use in business. They examine how leaders can use AI to strengthen planning, leadership growth, collaboration, hiring, and innovation.
Chad is the author of “Transformation Visuals,®” “Under the Barr,” and “The Bridge to Web Success.” In this episode, Chad shows how executives can use ChatGPT as a thought partner to generate ideas, weigh alternatives, and reach informed decisions. Thoughtful prompts and creative AI use uncovers insights that support growth and elevated output.
The episode also addresses ethical dilemmas such as intellectual property, plagiarism, privacy, and misinformation. Dr. Karen challenges leaders to embrace new technology with wisdom and discernment.
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Strong organizations grow when executive leaders develop their people to think, expand, and take ownership for solving their own problems.
In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen shares strategies to increase team member and organizational capacity. She starts with six practices to keep inappropriate tasks off the executive’s plate and with the rightful owners.
Dr. Karen also presents her seven-step Client Success and Empowerment Process to envision new possibilities, uncover and leverage strengths, and shift mindset to access more response options..
She also shows how to neutralize obstacles and barriers to increase influence, build safe spaces for growth, and cultivate responsibility for more personal agency.
The move from a culture of blame to one of accountability for learning and solutions is what equips leaders for complex challenges.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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Conflict is often seen as something to avoid, yet when approached with intention, conflict can become one of an organization’s greatest sources of innovation.
In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen explores how productive conflict sparks fresh ideas, reduces blind spots, and creates collaborative solutions. She also identifies the behaviors that turn healthy dialogue into problematic conflict and offers practical strategies to keep conversations constructive. The goal is to focus on the idea, not the person.
Dr. Karen explains how leaders can build the agility to choose the right conflict style for each situation, and how awareness of personal triggers helps leaders respond with thoughtful foresight rather than react on impulse. Executive and business leaders will gain practical strategies to create healthier work environments, hold more effective conversations, and build cultures where innovation and new ideas flourish.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen explores how executive business leaders shape a stronger workplace culture through clear communication, feedback, accountability without blame, and lived values.
She looks at the daily leadership behaviors that influence whether people feel esteemed, informed, connected, and responsible for results. From giving feedback that builds confidence to instilling company appreciation through shared values and stories, Dr. Karen highlights how culture is formed through what leaders consistently reinforce.
Other key concepts include the value of bringing one’s whole self to work and the communication practices needed for remote and hybrid teams. Culture creation and development is an intentional and consistent process of executive leadership action that promotes clarity, trust, dialogue, and profitable business results. Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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What differentiates organizations that achieve stellar results from those that don’t? The difference is four critical leadership responsibilities: aligned teams, genuine employee appreciation, stage-appropriate leadership, and effective executive selection.
This episode of “The Voice of Leadership” examines how high-performance teams are built through clarity of vision, accountability, and a culture where every member understands their role and the larger mission. Employee appreciation, support, and development are not simply nice ideas — they are strategic advantages that directly influence engagement, retention, and performance.
As organizations evolve, leadership requirements change. The hands-on founder who succeeds at startup must become a strategic leader. Dr. Karen also explains how the top executive hires new talent to include other executives whose interests, abilities, values, and personalities are a good cultural fit. Attention to these selection and development variables results in sustained growth and profitability.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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Business executives make sound decisions with limited information, develop future leaders, build high-performance teams, and create scalable systems so that their organizations thrive beyond their direct involvement.
This episode of “The Voice of Leadership” examines the disciplines that separate sustainable organizations from those that struggle. Listeners will discover practical strategies for creating a culture of development with stronger communication, feedback, and continuous learning processes. In addition, Dr. Karen explores sustainable practices for decision-making, succession planning, and growth.
If you are an abundance-minded executive leader who is focused on long-term organizational success through the talents and contributions of your team members, then this episode is for you.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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What are the five hallmark practices of successful executives who produce meaningful and lasting organizational results?
In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen examines the key actions of building individual leader development, high-performance teams, cultures of excellence, and succession pathways that lead to lasting leadership legacy.
She also provides practical strategies for executives to leverage visionary mindsets, protect and prioritize strategic thinking time, and develop integrity in prosperity and under pressure. This episode is for executive leaders who seek to strengthen their organizations today and to secure a legacy that endures.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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High-performing executive leaders face constant pressure to make decisions amid uncertainty, disruption, and limited information. Strategy and execution alone are not enough for optimal effectiveness.
In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen reveals the mindset, resilience, and internal discipline required to lead at your best through both opportunity and disruption.
Through practical leadership principles, real-world health crises such as the pandemic, and Biblical lessons, listeners will discover how to replace fear mindsets with success and abundance mindsets, how to eliminate abundance killers, and how to build resilience.
Tune in today to discover Dr. Karen’s insights on gratitude, hope in difficult circumstances, opportunity in adversity, and confident leadership when uncertainty feels overwhelming.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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Organizations thrive when executive leaders tap into the power of the “Why,” intentionally select and develop the “Who,” and answer the “How” of business decisions.
This episode of “The Voice of Leadership” explores the critical connections between purpose, employee experience, innovation, and mentorship. Dr. Karen also addresses the vital balance between profitability and long-term organizational growth.
Listeners will discover why a compelling organizational purpose drives engagement; how diverse, high-performance teams achieve exceptional and innovative results; and what employee experience contributes to customer experience.
If you want to strengthen your organization and build sustainable marketplace advantage, this episode is for you. The strongest teams, most loyal customers, and the healthiest bottom lines all trace back to the same source — executive leadership that knows, develops, and communicates the why, who, and how. Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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Will you be ready when the ground shifts beneath you?
In today’s rapidly changing business environment, executive leaders must navigate uncertainty, inspire teams through adversity, and remain agile in the face of disruption. In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen examines the mindset shifts, strategic behaviors, and principles that enable organizations to remain resilient, innovative, and future-focused.
Drawing from real-world leadership experience, life-threatening adversities such as when the Chilean Miners were trapped underground, business strategy from banking and other sectors, psychology, and Biblical principles, these conversations emphasize authenticity, communication, adaptability, and vision. Leaders are encouraged to lead themselves first, recognizing that the executive leader is a primary instrument of organizational influence and success.
Strategies include executive mindset development, strengthening culture and spiritual resources in adversity, crisis communication, building agile teams for rapid change, and leading with courage, resilience, and hope. Listen today to move towards your best leadership impact.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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What can today’s executive business leaders learn from elite military operators? In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen Y. Wilson-Starks and guest Retired Air Force Colonel Dr. Carroll Greene unpack the rigorous selection, training, and development standards that define the world’s most elite military units.
What powerful leadership lessons can civilian executives draw from the Navy SEALs, Army Special Forces, Air Force Commandos, and Marine Raiders? Join us for the conversation.
Drawing from her own military service as a veteran and former Army officer, Dr. Karen also shares the best military practices for building stronger teams, sustaining high performance, selection and development of the best people, and increasing innovation, continuous improvement, use of systems, and contingency planning.
Great leadership is rooted in purpose and mission and also requires continuous training and more time preparing for the mission than implementing the mission.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks brings an executive leadership perspective to some of the most important challenges in today’s workplace: Mental health, stress, grief, resilience, and the human side of leadership.
Drawing from organizational psychology, consulting, and scripture, she explores how executive leaders create healthier workplace cultures that support employees through stress, burnout, loss, and change while also getting the best work and mental health outcomes.
Dr. Karen addresses workplace stressors such as long hours, role overload, unclear expectations, remote work fatigue, and emotional exhaustion. She also provides practical strategies for navigating one of the most difficult workplace realities—the death of a colleague—and how organizations can respond with humanity, dignity, and care during times of grief and loss.
Join Dr. Karen for an insightful executive leadership conversation to foster emotionally healthy teams, build resilient cultures, strengthen communication, and lead with wisdom, empathy, and faith-led values in challenging times. Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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With the National Day of Prayer on 7 May 2026, Dr. Karen shares her insights and highlights the vital role of prayer in guiding leaders, strengthening nations, and sustaining organizations through uncertainty and change.
Drawing from scripture, historical context, and real-world executive leadership challenges, Dr. Karen emphasizes the importance of seeking Godly wisdom, direction, and peace in decision-making. She provides a thoughtful framework for senior leaders to pray effectively for their organizations, communities, and global issues, while also encouraging a lifestyle of continual connection with God.
With Mother’s Day on 10 May 2026, Dr. Karen also brings a heartfelt personal dimension about an experience she had with her mother. She illustrates how sharing our work and life experiences with family members can increase their understanding, resolve, and commitment to provide support. Her mother also encouraged her to create a balanced and strong multi-dimensional life.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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Dr. Karen explores executive leadership through the lens of prayer, divine strategy, and spiritual multiplication. This episode of “The Voice of Leadership” equips business leaders to navigate complex decisions with clarity, confidence, and conviction by deepening their relationship with God and aligning their leadership with His purpose.
As the National Day of Prayer approaches, Dr. Karen reveals how prayer serves as a strategic leadership advantage—unlocking revelation, guiding instruction, and positioning leaders for greater impact. Through Biblical insights and practical application, she demonstrates how executives can move beyond human limitation into God-directed decision-making that influences organizations, stakeholders, and outcomes at every level.
Then, drawing upon her experience in the Army, Dr. Karen introduces the idea of the Force Multiplier —one who develops others and strengthens organizational capacity. Christian executives are in a unique position to operate as Force Multipliers. By mentoring, coaching, and cultivating character alongside competence, faith-led executive leaders become catalysts for growth, resilience, and lasting success.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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What God-sized dilemmas are you facing today? What purpose and meaning can be found in difficult or undesirable work? In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks shares how faith-led executives can navigate “impossible” challenges and lead with purpose beyond the bottom line.
First, Dr. Karen explores how praise builds momentum, strengthens trust, and prepares senior leaders for victory — even before the outcome is visible. Trust that God will provide, especially when a situation feels impossible.
She then explains how meaningful work aligns with God’s purposes, serves others, and draws on God-given gifts and talents. Through Biblical examples, Dr. Karen offers a grounding message for executives who want their work to be both impactful in the business marketplace and spiritually centered.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com | www.transleadership.com
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In this two-part executive leadership series of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen explores the powerful connection between timing, opportunity, and faith-led decision-making.
Using a vivid real-life experience as a foundation, she unpacks how “open and closed doors” operate in both business and life—revealing that not every opportunity remains available indefinitely. Executive leaders are challenged to recognize critical moments, act with discernment, and understand when a closed door is either divine protection or a missed opportunity.
In the second part, Dr. Karen shifts focus to what happens when familiar strategies no longer work. She equips senior leaders with practical, forward-thinking approaches for navigating change to include strategic partnerships and adaptive thinking—all grounded in Biblical principles.
Join Dr. Karen for an insightful reflection on seizing opportunities, understanding opportunity limits, and leveraging your God-given gifts to overcome obstacles and create new ways. Remember, effective leadership is both strategic and faith-led.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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For 31 years, TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.® has partnered with executive leaders and values-based organizations to create sustainable transformation in the marketplace.
Founded on the Biblical principle of “renewing the mind” (Romans 12:2), the firm integrates psychological science, strategic business acumen, and Biblical leadership principles to facilitate organizational moves from chaos to clarity and from strain to strength.
Through consulting and executive advisement, Dr. Karen equips global corporations and executive leaders to create organizational alignment, develop enterprise focused executive teams, and build intentional feedback-rich cultures. Her work creates what she calls a “double-sided coin” — becoming the best place to work while simultaneously strengthening creative advantage.
This celebratory episode revisits the silver, 27th and 28th years of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.® to reflect on the enduring lessons of more than three decades of marketplace service. TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.® shows how profitability and integrity work together to produce enduring legacy.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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What parallels can be drawn between Passover, Resurrection Sunday, and the modern executive journey? Through Biblical insight and practical business application, Dr. Karen explores themes of deliverance, transition, sacrifice, renewal, and eternal perspective in this episode of “The Voice of Leadership.”
Beginning with the Passover account in Egypt, Dr. Karen highlights the significance of divine protection, obedience, and purposeful exodus. She then transitions to Resurrection Day, examining how what appears to be loss or defeat may actually be incubation for transformation and greater impact.
This series challenges senior business leaders to evaluate what must be left behind, what must be buried for future growth, and how faith-led leadership produces long-term eternal influence. Executive leaders are called to embrace God’s covenant promises, walk by faith rather than sight, and reflect Christ in the workplace—whether crossing Red Seas or enduring refining fire.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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Dr. Karen explores how natural beauty and the life cycle of orchids reveal powerful principles for executive leadership, organizational growth, and personal stewardship.
In this three-part executive leadership series of “The Voice of Leadership,” she draws inspiration from the mountains of Colorado, the ocean’s majesty, and the intricate care required to sustain orchids. Dr. Karen connects creation’s design to strategic leadership practices grounded in Biblical wisdom.
Through vivid storytelling and practical application, she demonstrates how flourishing businesses require balance, inspection, adaptability, consultation, and discernment. Like orchids require precise care to bloom again, organizations also require intentional cultivation, responsiveness to changing seasons, and alignment with enduring values.
This series challenges corporate leaders to evaluate their environment, nourish their people, confront internal and external threats, and embrace both blooming and dormant seasons as necessary parts of God’s design for sustainable growth. Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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In this two part executive leadership series of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen explores what separates high-performing leaders from those who plateau.
She outlines the seven attitudes and mindsets of successful professionals to include— cultivating a Positive Possibility Perspective and choosing to Decide a Definitive Direction. These principles embody strategic behaviors that drive personal leadership growth and measurable organizational results.
Dr. Karen also asks, whose priorities guide your leadership decisions? In a world filled with pressure, competition, and rapid change, faith-based corporate executives can unintentionally drift from God’s direction and purpose. She examines how misalignment can quietly erode sustainability and lasting impact. She challenges executive leaders to evaluate whether their strategies are aligned with God’s priorities for them and their businesses.
Blending executive strategy, organizational development, and a faith-informed perspective, these episodes provide a holistic blueprint for leaders who desire success that is both profitable and principled. Executive leadership success is not simply about financial profitability— it is also about how to build wisely, lead intentionally, and create impact that endures. Get the Positive Leadership THINK model: www.transleadership.com/THINK
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In Part One of this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks talks about the women who influenced her formative years. Her list includes her mother, grandmothers, great-aunt, godmother, an English teacher, and more.
For her professional years she names luminaries such as Juana Bordas, Frances Hesselbein, and consulting psychologist peers. She further explores how we can prepare and develop the next generation of women leaders.
In Part Two Dr. Karen interviews Army Captain Deshauna Barber, the first soldier crowned Miss USA. CPT Barber talks about how she uses her platforms to make a difference in PTSD and other topics of importance for soldiers on the battlefield or returning from deployment. Also hear how CPT Barber balanced the busy roles of both Army Commander and Beauty Queen.
This show examines resilience, service, executive presence, and the responsibility of leadership at the highest levels. Designed for business executives, emerging leaders, and organizational decision-makers who seek insight into building legacy, breaking barriers, and leading with purpose. Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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In honor of International Women’s Day, this week’s episode of “The Voice of Leadership” revisits two compelling topics — “Strategies to Prepare Women for Executive Leadership” and “What Does It Take for Women to Land the CEO Role?”
Dr. Karen draws on more than three decades of executive consulting experience to offer incisive, high-impact guidance for women striving to advance into executive leadership. Her insights illuminate the strategic capabilities, organizational acumen, and personal resilience required to lead at the highest levels. She specifically highlights the importance of navigating corporate politics and building internal and external support systems.
She also shares leadership insights from global leaders such as Dame Inga Beale of Lloyd’s of London and Julia Gillard, former Prime Minister of Australia.
These episodes offer a strategic blueprint for women seeking greater leadership impact and for organizations committed to inclusive executive pipelines.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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In this episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks brings together three interconnected leadership conversations: “With Liberty and Justice for All” (Part 2) featuring Dr. Marvin A. McMickle and Parts 2 and 3 of the MLK Series: “Recognizing and Accepting the Call to Leadership” and “Pursuing Broad Learning.”
Drawing from the lived experiences of Dr. Marvin A. McMickle and the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this combined show explores what executive leadership requires in times of social tension, economic pressure, and organizational polarization.
From corporate responsibility and inclusive workplace culture to answering the call to leadership and cultivating intellectual breadth, this episode challenges CEOs and senior leaders to move beyond profit-only thinking toward principled, purpose-led influence.
Here is a strategic blueprint for executive leaders who are committed to building resilient and aligned organizations that produce long-term enterprise value.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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In this week’s Part One episode of “The Voice of Leadership,” guest Dr. Marvin A. McMickle who has served in many significant and influential roles to include senior pastor to several churches, college president, faculty member, and President of both the Cleveland NAACP and the Urban League, shares insights with Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks from decades of pastoral leadership, civil rights engagement, and academic service.
Together, they examine what “liberty and justice for all” means in today’s workplace and how organizations can move from statements about diversity to meaningful action through inclusive leadership, corporate citizenship, and community partnership.
In Part Two, Dr. Karen reflects on the Kellogg Foundation’s National Day of Racial Healing, to explore how truth-telling, dialogue, and community collaboration can transform systems and create opportunity for future generations. She connects racial inclusion, leadership responsibility, and workforce sustainability to the long-term success of organizations and society.
These conversations challenge executive leaders to think beyond traditional performance metrics to also consider how racial healing, ethical leadership, and inclusion shape the future of business, leadership, and community impact. Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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In this powerful three part series of “The Voice of Leadership,” Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks examines the rise and destruction of Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma, alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s landmark sermon, “The Death of Evil Upon the Seashore.” Together, these events illuminate enduring truths about economic justice, systemic oppression, moral leadership, and God’s ultimate triumph over evil.
Through historical analysis, Biblical reflection, and leadership insight, Dr. Karen explores how the Greenwood District flourished through collaboration, entrepreneurship, and shared values—only to be violently destroyed through racial hatred, political corruption, and the suppression of truth. She then connects these historical events to Dr. King’s prophetic message, reminding listeners that evil may appear powerful, though it never prevails in the end.
This series challenges leaders, organizations, and communities to confront uncomfortable truths, examine systemic practices, and choose life, justice, and love in the face of adversity.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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Episode #505U Transcript. Click here to listen to the episode.
Dr. Karen:Today on The Voice of Leadership, we are revisiting some very important concepts that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. shared many years ago. What I want to revisit are his four strategies for nonviolent social change. If you go back and listen to one of the things Dr. King said is that his vision was really to:
- Create a relationship of love and brotherhood that was rooted in equality.
- Move people from prejudice and racism to understanding and again to brotherhood.
- To get to the promised land of racial justice.
Those objectives and that vision is still incredibly relevant today. I love the idea of getting to the promised land of racial justice.
Now, one of the concepts he said and mentioned was that freedom has to be demanded. In other words, the people who may be seen as a Thank you. and go out to harm people or to fight evil with evil or fire with fire necessarily.
The Four Tenets of Nonviolent Social ChangeI want to review again the four tenets of nonviolent social change and what those are, what they mean, how we can use it today.
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Collect FactsThe first step is to collect facts. You have to go out and be able to identify that, yes, there is a difficulty, there is a problem, there is an injustice of some type. You’re collecting facts, number one, to show that there really is injustice. You don’t just go out and act before you have the facts and information.
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Negotiate Secondly, once you’ve determined that there are some scenarios of injustice, then you go into a negotiation phase. Rhat negotiation phase actually takes you to work with those people who are in a position to make a difference. Those people who may be holding the status quo as it is today. Those who are in positions to, whether it’s politically, or if it’s in an organization, they can change laws, they can make change in organizational structures, rules, and so on and so forth. You’re attempting to work things out using existing structures. That’s incredibly important because you are really looking for a win-win.
Now, let’s say you negotiate and you’re talking to the people in all these organizations and structures and you’re not getting anywhere.
- Self-PurificationSo you determine he called self-purification. In other words, when you’re operating from a nonviolent frame, you have to make sure that you’re prepared and ready for whatever you might have to deal with. So, for example, in Dr. King’s time, he conducted workshops with people and trained them on the behaviors, the tenants, the attitudes, the thought processes that go with non-violence.
In other words, this doesn’t necessarily come naturally. It requires preparation. It requires training. He had to train the people so that in case those who were against what they were promoting, attacked them and came to physical blows and tried to harm them in any way, they had to know how to stand and absorb all of that hurt and all of that assault without assaulting back.
That’s a huge tenet of nonviolence. So people may be violent towards you, but you are not violent back towards them no matter what they have done or are doing to you. That takes training. That takes discipline.
You have to really bring your whole self, emotions, physical, everything into a certain space in order to be able to respond in that way. And when you are participating in civil disobedience, you might have to go to jail. And jail may not be a pleasant experience. And therefore, he had to train people how to survive in a prison context and also in a jail context.
- Direct ActionNow, after self-purification, after you’ve already done the attempts at negotiation, after you had already established that there’s an issue, and now you’re ready for direct action, like I said, it could be a march, it could be a boycott. It’s a nonviolent approach that says, okay, we’re going to do something that affects very often economic scenarios or bottom line. So the bus boycott definitely affected the economy when, in fact, that was done in Alabama. So this is what we’re talking about. Direct action, you’re still, even in direct action, you’re still trying to invite the parties back to step to the negotiating table for a win-win. That’s the whole purpose. The direct action says, okay, we want you to take it seriously. We are forced to be reckoned with. Come to the table and let’s negotiate a better outcome, something that’s a win-win.
So again, here’s why I believe that now is a very relevant time to implement what Dr. Martin Luther King implemented so many years ago.
More Diverse People Available as Strategic PartnersFirst of all, in today’s world, we actually have more diverse people available as strategic partners. There have always been diverse people who were willing to stand for justice and what was right. on many of the protests brotherhood and understanding. That is a real asset and benefit in today’s time that we can choose from even more diverse strategic partners.
More Visibility in Today’s World for Different IssuesSecondly, there’s more visibility in today’s world for different issues because we are living in a world where the cell phone is everywhere, where video cameras are everywhere, where news coverage goes beyond country boundaries even. It doesn’t take long for information to travel quickly around the globe and for people to see what’s happening and what’s going on. And in fact, that march that took place years ago where Representative John Lewis was marching across that Pettus Bridge with 600 peaceful protesters, it was because when the police attack those peace the laws to change. And today, we have even more opportunity to display in a public way what often happens behind closed doors.
More Access to a Variety of PeopleThirdly, in today’s world, there’s even more access to a variety of people to the systems in our societies that actually maintain things as they are, and also systems that could be a force for change. That means there are people who are that in your workplace, maybe you look around and the company has been very committed to bringing in diverse people of color at lower level jobs in the organization. And maybe historically in the organization that there has been no such commitment. That really hasn’t happened. But for many years now, people have been coming in, diverse people of all types at these lower level jobs. Then they can rise up, get promoted to a certain level, and then there’s a ceiling beyond which they no longer are promoted. Maybe it’s the executive ranks. Maybe the people don’t advance past the executive ranks in your organization.
What is Causing the Gap?You want to ask the question then, what is causing that gap? Why are these people not able to go from one level to this next level? You don’t want to assume the reason. You go back to that first principle, if you will, and collect the facts. What’s really going on? What’s really happening in your setting in your organization? What’s causing that gap? You might have to interview a lot of different people. Maybe you’re interviewing the hiring managers. What is it that they’re seeing? What is it that they’re doing? How come from their perspective, John Doe does not get to move to the next level or Jane Doe doesn’t get to move to the next level. You also want to interview those who didn’t make it. What are their perceptions? What do they think happened in their interviews and the reviews of their records and their history and their background? You want to continue. Target the group that may be inadvertently disenfranchised, have actually made it to the executive levels. You certainly want to interview them to find out what was different in their profile, in their record, in their experience.
Why Does the Ceiling Exist?Now, there are multiple possible reasons why there could be the ceiling that you experience. I’m not going to name all the possibilities here. However, I’ll name a few of them because these are some of the ones that may come to mind. Some of you may think, well, the reason why there’s the ceiling is because there are prejudice gatekeepers who are keeping people out. That may be true or it may not be true. You don’t want to assume that just because a group may be enfranchised means that someone is holding a viewpoint that you could describe as prejudice. There could be some other scenarios going on.
For example, it could be that there are some problematic criteria that those who are in the hiring positions are using. Perhaps these are criteria that they’ve always used and they’ve always done it this way. In their minds, these criteria are effective and it’s what works. Maybe it’s not really necessary, but they don’t know that. So it could be it’s a certain educational background that’s required, a certain degree, and maybe that degree in that background is not required to actually do the job. The people in the target group may not have that particular education or background, however, they may be highly qualified to move into the next level and to do the next level job. You want to challenge sometimes the selection criteria. Maybe they’re outdated, maybe they’re not relevant or no longer relevant.
BarriersIf we think back in the olden days, when there were barriers in place to people voting, one of the barriers but manifests in a way like this, well, you can only vote if your grandfather was a landowner and also had the right to vote. Well, clearly that meant whole groups and categories of people would never be able to vote as long as those kind of criteria were in place.
Lack of Mentoring, Training, or PreparationThirdly, it could be that there’s a lack of mentoring, a lack of training or preparation for those who are now coming up to this executive rank level. Maybe that’s the level of intervention and the place where you want to make a change. Sometimes it’s just that there’s continuing education that people have to have along the way and they haven’t been getting that continuing education. They haven’t been getting that next level that they require in order to step into new responsibilities. Or maybe they’re not getting the feedback that they need. They’re doing jobs at a lower level and there’s some improvements that are necessary, but nobody is brave enough to sit down with that person and to provide feedback that could help them improve and step up to where they need to be.
Personal DevelopmentThat personal development is really important. What we know from prior research is that very often it is people of color who do not get the necessary feedback and therefore don’t know often what they don’t know and where the blind spots may be.
Unfair Barriers in PlaceI’m saying, yes, there may be unfair barriers in place. There may be prejudiced people who are gatekeepers. And also, there may be other issues and scenarios so that when you collect data, you will discover more of what the real problems could be and also where the opportunities for intervention exist. I say all of this to say that we can still very powerfully use these four strategies for nonviolent social change, including in the workplace. Remember, don’t rush to direct action. There are so many steps. how you show up and the way that you’re demonstrating really is not along the lines of the principles of nonviolent social change, and you’re causing more issues taking the eye off of what really needs to be changed.
You want to show up in such a way that the issue is highlighted, not you being seen as a bad factor, so to speak. So don’t rush to the direct action. Go through the steps.
- Collect the data.
- Negotiate. Look for the win-win opportunity.
- Do the self-purification. And only when the negotiation is not effective and you’ve really given it all you’ve got, then go to
- Direct action and use direct action to bring you back to negotiation so you can make a difference and, come up with a win-win outcome.
Questions for Executive Business LeadersAs an executive business leader, you have many difficult decisions to make every single day.
- It’s important to think about how do you develop your people?
- How do you launch and develop high-performance teams?
- How do you create a culture that wins every time?
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Part 2: Love and Power: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Recipe for SuccessDr. Karen:
Welcome to the show today, The Voice of Leadership. It is time to again celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I want to cover some items from a speech that he gave on the 16th of August in 1967. It was the 10th anniversary of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference.
The Southern Christian Leadership ConferenceHe also in 1967 wrote a book called Where Do We Go From Here, Chaos or Community? Some of the concepts from the book were also in the same speech. I’m titling today’s topic Love and Power, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Recipe for Success – Part One.
Love and Power as the Ultimate Recipe for SuccessLet’s unpack a little bit about what he said about love and power as the ultimate recipe for success. And I’ll warn you now that although I am quoting him in many places today, it’s in a different order than how he actually gave the speech. So this is what the message meant to me.
I talked about the German philosopher Nietzsche, and he said that Nietzsche misinterpreted a few things and therefore rejected Christian love. On the other hand, Christians often misinterpreted a few things and rejected Nietzsche’s concept of the will to power. Love as resignation of power, he said, is a misinterpretation. Power as a denial of love is a misinterpretation. Power without love is reckless and abusive. Love without power is sentimental and anemic. Power at its best is love implementing the demands of justice. Justice at its best. morality. Power is the ability to achieve purpose to bring social, political, and economic change. So we can see from Dr. King’s remarks that love and power go together for the best effect.
Let’s not get lulled into a false dichotomy. God is love, yet God in the person of Jesus Christ has all power that were not typical in terms of the healing of the day or even our day today. We see that in Jesus Christ there is that combination of both love and power. We are most like God when our power is combined with his love. It’s both/and rather than either/or.
The Meaning of TRANSLEADERSHIPAnother point that I think is important in what Dr. King was talking about is the concept of renew your mind. Those of you who are familiar with TRANSLEADERSHIP will know and understand that is a powerful concept to me because of Romans 12:2, which is the Bible verse that inspires this business known as TRANSLEADERSHIP. It comes from Romans 12:2, which in part says, Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
What Dr. King said is as long as the mind is enslaved, the body can never be free. He talked about the fact that there were 134 words for white in the Thesaurus, And every one of those words was positive. There were 120 words for black in Roget’s Thesaurus, and all of those words were negative. Things such as a white lie, which is better than a black lie, or even if you are a problem to your family being called the black sheep of the family, and so many other examples that he gave. He went on to say that the Constitution had said that the black man was 60% of a person. At the time in 1967, a black person was valued at 50%. There’s a problem of being taught. We are nobody’s for so long, he said, and he goes on to say, I am somebody, a man with dignity and honor, in spite of being called boy, he learned the dignity and courage of being a man. And in our times today, when we talk about microaggressions, back at that time and also at our current time, there are both macro and microaggressions of all different sorts.
I am Black and BeautifulDr. King says, I have a great history. I am black and beautiful. Human worth is not based on income. Identify the unassailable and majestic sense of value in every person, in all persons. His vision was all God’s children walking hand in hand together. He said the problem of American whites is that they have an inaccurate and unrealistic view of the ongoing plight of black people in America. And I can say that this is still true today. I have many white colleagues and friends who honestly believe that racism is over, who honestly believe that the fight for civil rights. where I could turn them black for just two weeks. I wouldn’t do it for longer because they might not make it. When they discover that there are disparities alive and well, even today at this time in our history and in our society.
That lack of understanding and the unrealistic view is often what fuels inappropriate policies, inappropriate ideas about what it takes to go forward. I would go further to say that it’s important to know and value who you are. It’s important to appreciate and value others. I would say that when I find that my white friends really don’t understand, I want to share with them what reality is really like. Some still may not believe it. Identify how to work synergistically together to fulfill God’s kingdom agenda on earth. That’s what we’re here for.
Love and Power Go TogetherOnce we have understood that love and power go together, once we have transformed our minds in a better way from where they were before, then it is time to unite to fight poverty. What Dr. King said about this, he said, the whole of America must take a turn toward economic justice. There is this problem of doing nothing to eradicate slum conditions. He said, everyone is worrying about the long, hot summer with its threats of riots. He says, we had a long, cold winter when little was done about the conditions that create riots. We’ve got to think about that today. There are conditions that have been unaddressed that create riots in different communities. We have to unpack that and get behind it. And as Dr. King would say create equality of opportunity. That’s really what he was all about. He said that radical change is both just and necessary. We have to organize our strength into economic and political power. We have to create full employment to address at that time 40 million poor in America. He says it’s important to transform the poor. beggars must be questioned.
Not a CommunistMany people mistakenly thought that Dr. Martin Luther King was communist. However, he was no communist. He was a very well-read man and he was aware of communist ideology. What he said is that communism forgets that life is individual and capitalism forgets that life is social. It’s a synthesis of the individual and the social that is called for in modern times. He talked about Nicodemus in the Bible and he said that America like Nicodemus must be born again. The whole structures must be changed. And Jesus, when he was talking to Nicodemus, didn’t nitpick with Nicodemus about individual sins of lying or cheating or stealing. He told Nicodemus that he had to be fully born again. When we unite together to eradicate poverty, when we unite together to create economic opportunity, that’s when we begin to see our world change.
The SealTest Dairy CompanyDr. King was not just talking about inspiration or philosophical position. He had results to back up what he was talking about. We don’t have time today to share all of those results. However, I do want to share just a couple of examples of success when people unite to fight poverty, disenfranchisement, and injustice. He gave one example from Cleveland, Ohio and he was talking about the SealTest Dairy Company. I remember SealTest. They were very popular in the 1950s and in the 1960s. At that time, the milkman would come to your house every day and would drop off the daily milk. Rhe milk that we received was from the SealTest Company. SealTest was known for milk and for ice cream and other dairy products. At that time, in Cleveland, they had 442 employees. Only 43 of those employees were black people, although Cleveland at the time was 35% black.
What Dr. King and his colleagues did as they distributed and posted leaflets urging stores not to buy from SealTest. They put pressure on these stores who refused to comply, and they did an economic boycott where in the black community in Cleveland, the people would not purchase SealTest products, nor would they patronize stores that were selling SealTest products. As a result of that, in one day, 18 A&P grocery stores, and I remember the A&P grocery stores from back in the day, too, they were as popular as a Safeway or anything else you might know of today those stores not just in the black neighborhoods. And then A&P grocery went to SealTest, talked to them and said, if you don’t correct these problems, we will remove SealTest products from all A&P grocery stores in the state of Ohio.
That was amazing. When they finally got that worked out and straightened out, not only did the SealTest company begin to involve the people in the community and economic opportunities as far as employment. There were some other gains. Their company, as well as A&P and other companies, started to advertise in the local black newspapers, which was, again, bringing in revenue to the community. They also began to bank with the two financial institutions that were black-owned financial institutions. It was in a premium downtown location, and they realized they could build $40 million of new housing in a choice location. This building project employed black architects, attorneys, workmen, and many other people in different trades and different expertise. They also created jobs and brought in money to the local community. where we have no voice and no respect. In today’s time, money still talks. Individually, we may not have enough to make a difference. However, collectively, we can make a difference. We can raise our voices in such a way that we point out and show the injustices and that we will boycott the places that do not stand for what is right.
Keep the FaithDr. King went on to really remind people to continue their faith in mass nonviolent action and actions at the ballot box. The right to vote recently been awarded, although not uniformly applied at that point. And he really believed that it was nonviolent action and using the tools of voting that really would make a difference. He issued a warning about some recent riots that were taking place at the time. And he called them painfully sad. He said people were fighting hopelessly and aimlessly against impossible odds. It’s suicidal with no concrete gains except a little money that you might get from some frightened legislators. However, that’s not enough to be sustainable. That is not going to be what ultimately changes lives and moves the needle on poverty.
He went on to say that it’s organized protest, demonstrations, boycotts that are more effective. In a violent racial situation, the government can call on the local police, state troopers, National Guard, and the military to quell any violent uprising. And he said there will be no sympathy or support from the white population, so don’t hold any romantic illusions about this. He says no internal revolution succeeds with violence unless it first loses the support and control of the armed forces. And he did not foresee those kinds of outcomes in the United States.
Dr. King said it was important to avoid some things. He said, avoid solutions that don’t solve, avoid answers that don’t answer, avoid explanations that don’t explain. Go for justice, brotherhood, and truth, not violence. He went on to say, you cannot murder, murder with murder. It reminded me of a Bible verse where Jesus is speaking to one of his disciples who cuts off the ear of the high priest’s servant in the garden of Gethsemane, when they came to capture him inappropriately, he said, no, put the sword away. Those who live by the sword will die by the sword. Jesus healed the servant’s ear and put an end to that violence. We cannot, Dr. King says, establish truth with violence. Love is the only answer to man’s problems.
As we hear these words of Dr. King today, and we hear his message about the combination of love and power, the importance of renewing your mind, the importance of uniting together to deal with poverty and economic opportunity issues, we also want to pay attention to nonviolent social change and to keep that in front of us because even in our society, some have forgotten and they have begun to invoke violence and destruction instead of what is more powerful.
Questions for Executive LeadersAs I want to issue some questions for you who are in the corporations of this world, those of you who are corporate leaders, these are the questions I want you to think about:
- What are your services?
- How do your services keep you in business?
- What are you doing to create mutual benefit?
- How are people better off because you are in the community?
- What more can you do both inside the corporation with employees and outside the corporation in the community to be an even better corporate citizen?
Those are questions to think about as we close today with a powerful reading that Dr. King actually personalized. I won’t use the personalized version, but this is 1st Corinthians, the 13th chapter, starting with verse 1. The Bible says, though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love. I have become sounding brass or a clanging symbol. And though I have the gift of prophecy and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though I have all faith so that I could remove mountains, but have not love. I am nothing. And though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor and though I give my body to be burned but have not love it profits me nothing love suffers long and is kind love does not envy love does not parade itself and is not puffed up does not behave rudely does not seek its own is not provoked thinks no evil does not rejoice in iniquity but rejoices in and through your week, remember these words of exhortation about how love never fails. And love is the powerful answer, and it’s love combined with power and agency that makes a difference.
Part 2: Love and Power: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Recipe for SuccessDr. Karen:
Today I’m continuing with part two of the message, love and power, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s recipe for success. And if you did not hear Part 1, please go back and listen to Part 1.
We talk about a lot of important aspects there. The call for the community to really be better together is what we’re going to get into today. Last time we talked about the importance of love and power together. We talked about the importance of renewing your mind. We talked about the importance of remembering that there really is power and change and nonviolent social change. We talked about the warning against violence. Listen and pay attention to the collective efforts also that are necessary for eradicating poverty and creating economic opportunity for all.
When we talk today about the call for community, the bottom line is that we will all be better off together than alone and by ourselves. Dr. King said the upside of black nationalism and black power was a yes to amassing political power and economic strength. That was the upside. However, there are also some downsides. He says the problem with black nationalism and black power was the issue that they rejected interracial coalitions. Dr. King felt that interracial coalitions were necessary and important. He also had an issue with black separatism and saw that as immoral and self-defeating.
There is a problem of structured segregation in this country. What I would say is that separate is certainly not equal. When we think about the Native American reservations all the way to the Jim Crow indignities of separate bathrooms, water fountains, and the like, we see that it is not equal. Dr. King went on to say that the plantation and the ghetto, they were created to perpetuate powerlessness. The ghetto is a domestic colony that is drained and not replenished. We are robbed every day and yet you say, pull yourself up by your own bootstraps. He says the problem at that time was white contractors coming in as monopolies and really preventing small black businesses to even get an opportunity at all. He says the black man still lives in the basement of a great society. There is no bottom at which to start and no room at the top. We are impoverished aliens in an affluent society. The nation grew over and submerged the black man.
You see wrought iron fences and gratings and all kinds of stone masonry and other work that’s been done and continues to last through all these years and also black people are continuing to contribute to this country.
Dr. Martin Luther King also said that black people have only half of the good things of whites, yet two times the bad things of whites. We have half the income of whites, double the infant mortality, two times the deaths in the war in Vietnam. At that time, he said, we were one to three years behind in schools in comparison to whites. And even in my own personal history, I can attest to that. There was a time that I was in a black Separate was not equal. Separate was not equal.
Dr. King also said that blacks are 75% of those who are employed in the menial jobs that are out there. And even today, I say there are great disparities in health, great disparities so far as longevity of life and economic prosperity, safe housing and neighborhoods, and access to quality education, and the best. diversity.
A Proponent of IntegrationOne of the things I love about Dr. Martin Luther King is that he was a proponent of integration and of diverse people walking, talking, and holding hands together collectively as God’s children. He did not advocate for the black band to the exclusion of the white man or any other man. He never preached hate or do unto others as they have done to you. He called individuals and our nation to our higher ideals and aspirations and to a departure from our baser nature. He believed in the institutions of our country and chose to work to get them to respond to legitimate concerns and grievances.
Internal integration, he said, was necessary before external integration. In part, what he was talking about again was the renewal of the mind, getting your mind straight. And then I would also say internal is within the group that you’re in, particularly if it’s a disenfranchised group, a group of African Americans, a group of Latin Americans, or whatever the group may be Asian Americans, whatever it is, if there’s disenfranchisement that’s been going on, you may need to meet first within your group because others may not understand that collective experience in history or the ongoing issues. However, you don’t stay within your group. There is a period of boundary spanning, boundary spanning that was talked about in leadership and popularized by Chris Ernst in the Center for Creative Leadership. And before you can get together with other people, you have to get together with your own people. That’s an important part of boundary spanning. But then you do get to the place where you do span the boundaries and work together.
God Created Our DiversityWe have to recognize that God is the one who has created our diversity. And what God created, he said, was good. So we can unite for common purposes of good and go farther and faster together or all be weighed down by the weights of injustice that ultimately disenfranchise all parties, even if it’s not initially obvious concerning the wealthier and more privileged. You cannot oppress others without ultimately doing harm to yourself both in this life and the life to come. I know I have covered in previous podcasts on times I’ve been talking about Dr. Martin Luther King and slavery and various other issues, that those who practice slavery, those who practice oppression of other people become monstrous themselves, whether they can see it or not. So you cannot get away with treating people poorly and not having some repercussions.
As with the body of Christ and the church, God has placed us all here with The rich man in the Bible and the illustration that Jesus used was not resting in Abraham’s bosom. His wealth could not save him. Our call is to be rich in love, compassion, and good deeds towards our fellow man. In the spirit of what was said in 1 Timothy 6, 17 through 19, where the rich of this world were warned to share and to really consider where their treasure really needs to be stored. We have here on this earth one sunrise and one sunset in our lives. After that, we must each give an account for the deeds done in this body, whether they were good or bad, as is stated in 2nd Corinthians 5 and 10.
Today, I have questions about opportunities to succeed. Here are some questions to ask as you are putting those programs together and making them work effectively:
- What measures do you have in place to ensure the diverse talents and contributions of all of your team members are utilized?
- What structures exist for homogeneous groups to meet, to outline their unique concerns?
- How do you communicate the importance of diversity in your organization?
- In what ways are diversity initiatives part of the expectations of line leaders?
- What can you do to ensure more seats at the decision-making table for diverse people.
- How else can you ensure that your company participates in the beauty of diversity and being better together?
Remember, separate is not equal. We can do a lot and go much farther together with our collective gifts and talents. And I want to close today with a reading from 1 John, the fourth chapter, verses 7 through 10. Again, a reminder about love. And this is especially important for you who are marketplace ministry leaders. God has you in your workplace for his kingdom purposes, that his will will be done on earth, even as it is in heaven. So 1, John, manifested toward us, that God has sent his only begotten son into the world that we might live through him. And this is love, not that we love God, but that he loved us and sent his son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. That’s God’s standard.
Live in love today and always.
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*Resource Renewal Series*
In this special Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration series, Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks revisits and unpacks Dr. King’s timeless leadership philosophy through a modern lens.
Drawing from Dr. King’s teachings on nonviolent social change, love and power, economic justice, and unity in diversity, these episodes explore how principled leadership can drive transformation in society, organizations, and the workplace.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of Dr. King’s four strategies for nonviolent social change, the disciplined preparation required for effective action, and the essential balance between love and power in creating lasting justice.
Dr. Karen also challenges today’s corporate and community leaders with practical questions and insights for advancing equity, strengthening diverse coalitions, and building cultures where everyone can thrive.
This series offers enduring wisdom for leaders who seek meaningful change grounded in moral clarity, strategic action, and shared humanity. Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; www.transleadership.com
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Robert and Kay Lee Fukui both experienced the hardships of growing up in households with parents who prioritized work over family.
After years of success in the business world of banking, family business, and major corporations like Coca-Cola, Novartis Pharmaceutical, and Bristol-Myers Squibb, this power couple translated their challenging family experiences into their consulting business, i61, inc.
Their mission is to leverage their combined business acumen and relationship tools to empower family businesses to grow flourishing family lives in “tandem” with their profits. On today’s episode, they share their approach for facilitating married entrepreneurs to get off the “hamster wheel” and cultivate rich personal and professional lives.
Their new book, “Tandem: The Married Entrepreneur’s Guide for Greater Work- Life Balance,” offers resources to equip business leaders to resolve both business and marital conflict, increase margins instead of volume, and to gain precious time for the relationships and activities they love most.
Learn more about the book at https://www.thetandembook.com/
Reach Robert and Kay Lee Fukui at www.powercouplesbydesign.com
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Dr. Cedric Williams is the founder and CEO of Legacy Consulting and Research Group. He and his group provide leader development models and services to help individuals, teams, and organizations to thrive. As a licensed clinical and consulting psychologist, Dr. Williams integrates psychology for the benefit of executives and leaders in Fortune 100 companies.
Dr. Williams’ research interests include multicultural humility and competence, occupational thriving, and leadership. His positive and fresh perspective on work with first responders, including the police, mobilizes organizational strengths and mutual learning to co-create the best approaches forward.
In addition, for 22 years as an active duty and reserve United States Army soldier and officer, he served soldiers and their families. In his book “Brick by Brick: Becoming a Clinical and Consulting Psychologist,” Dr. Williams says, “We don’t just stumble upon careers and lives that fulfill us, we build them brick by brick.”
Contact Dr. Cedric Willliams at www.formationpublishing.com; www.legacycrg.com
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Chris Cooper builds highly engaged workforces especially in the insurance and financial services industries. He is the host of the Business Elevation podcast, a show that reaches more than 50 countries, and convener of the Elevation Collective, a global group of change agents committed to doing good in the world.
Today Chris joins Dr. Karen to talk about the business climate in the UK and Europe, lessons from his book, “The Power to Get Things Done Whether You Feel Like It or Not,” what businesses need to do now to thrive in a post-pandemic world, and a whole host of other success strategies for today’s business executive.
Reach Chris at www.chriscooper.co.uk
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Guest Matt Manos, the Founder and Managing Director of verynice, a design and strategy practice shares how his company gives away half of its profits and services and remains profitable.
Matt is also the author of two books including, “How to Give Half of Your Work Away for Free.”
With a mission to reduce expenses for nonprofit organizations and to increase access to design for all, they have already given away more than 40 million US dollars.
Dr. Karen uncovers many golden nuggets from Matt on business purpose and why, reinvention, community service, and more.
Today’s Biblical Word of Wisdom is “The Generous soul will be made rich, and he who waters, will also be watered himself.” Proverbs 11:25
Reach Matt Manos at verynice.co and read his book at givehalf.co
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Susan Ireland spent 30 years in business operations leadership roles at The Boeing Company. She was on the original leadership team that built and established a new digital aviation business for Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
After Boeing, Susan played a strategic role in a start-up company that developed, manufactured, and installed hydrogen systems on diesel engines.
Now, as co-founder of Seasons Leadership, a professional coaching and services business, she and her business partner, Debbie Collard, leverage and share the lessons they learned from both complex global organizations and small technology start-ups. Their objective is to make leadership excellence the worldwide standard.
Susan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Washington and a Master of Science in Management from Antioch University. She is an alumna of the International Executive Programme at Insead University in France and the Executive Leadership Program at Seattle University.
Today Susan speaks with Dr. Karen about how to use business operations systems to manage your business, career progression for women in male-dominated fields, and how to use your values to take charge of your career.
Reach Susan Ireland at www.seasonsleadership.com
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Jane Gunn, also known as “The Barefoot Mediator,” is a trained mediator and expert facilitator in conflict resolution. She is listed as a Global Leader in Who’s Who Mediation and is featured in the Legal 500 Hall of Fame.
Jane is President of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and is a former Director and board member of the Civil Mediation Council of England and Wales (CMC).
The author of 3 popular books “How To Beat Bedlam In The Boardroom And Boredom In The Bedroom,” “The Authority Guide To Conflict Resolution,” and “The Mole and The Mountain,” she has spoken at the United Nations, The White House, and the European Commission.
Jane helps people from all backgrounds to become ReSolutionaries who are able to deal with difference and diversity in ways that are non-adversarial and solution-focused.
Today she speaks with Dr. Karen about how to best manage change, challenge, and crises, Transformative Mediation, personal agency and choice, informed consent, linear and lateral thinking, and dilemmas that impact the practice of medicine, corporate executive leadership, and individuals.
Contact Jane at janegunn.co.uk
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Fred Sievert, retired President of New York Life, is the author of three books including, “Fast Starting a Career of Consequence: Practical Christ-Centered Advice for Entering or Re-entering the Workforce.”
On today’s show with Dr. Karen, Fred talks about how he lived his Christian values while serving as President of a Fortune 100 secular company of 65,000 people in 12 countries.
He also shares his corporate leadership journey, daily success strategies, business risk-taking, tough moments and decisions, and career and spiritual practices for winning in life and at work.
Also join Fred and Dr. Karen for the upcoming part II episode when they talk about the power and fulfillment of life after retirement.
Reach Fred Sievert at storiesofGodsgrace.com
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Dr. Clarence Shuler, President and CEO of Building Lasting Relationships, marriage counselor, speaker, life and relationship coach, diversity consultant, and author of more than 10 books joins Dr. Karen to talk about his new book, “Life-Changing Cross-Cultural Friendships: How You Can Help Heal Racial Divides, One Relationship at a Time.”
Dr. Shuler shares some of the lessons he has learned from his 54-year relationship with New York Times best-selling co-author, Dr. Gary Chapman, author of “The Five Love Languages.”
Get copies of his book “Life-Changing Cross-Cultural Friendships” from his site or on Amazon.
Reach Dr. Clarence Shuler at clarenceshuler.com
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Patricia Raybon, author of the three part Annalee Spain Mystery series, writes daring and exciting “history mysteries.”
Her third novel in the series, “Truth Be Told” was recently listed as a New York Times Book Review pick, her second in the series, “Double the Lies” won the Christianity Today Book Award for Fiction, and her first book in the series,” All That is Secret” won a Christy Award for First Novel and was selected by NBA All Star Steph Curry as a Literati Book Club Selection.
A writer of faith by day and mystery by night, Patricia Raybon also authors devotional writing for the publication, “Our Daily Bread.” In addition, she appeared on The Today show for a non-fiction work, “My First White Friend.”
As an early career newspaper journalist Patricia won multiple awards for feature writing during her years at The Denver Post and later at the Scripps Howard Rocky Mountain News. Mid-career she taught print journalism for 15 years to bright graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Colorado at Boulder.
She is also published in The New York Times Magazine, Newsweek, USA Today, USA Weekend, Guideposts, In Touch Magazine, Christianity Today, the Washington Post, and National Public Radio’s Weekend Edition.
Today Patricia speaks with Dr. Karen about career calling, God’s timing and ability to manifest the impossible, and how to deal with naysayers. A lifelong Colorado resident, Patricia lives near Denver.
Contact Patricia at www.PatriciaRaybon.com
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Terence Chatmon is the President and CEO of Victorious Family, a family discipleship ministry that equips and empowers Family Champions, on five continents, to develop mature and thriving followers of Christ.
Author of the five star best-selling book, “Do Your Children Believe?,” Terence offers a proven step by step process to create a personalized family discipleship plan that works for families, including those with grown children.
His prior executive positions include significant roles at Coca Cola, Johnson and Johnson, Citibank, The John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, and Equip Leadership.
Today he speaks with Dr. Karen about what parents can do to cultivate, in their children, the kind of life-giving love relationship with God that leads to lasting faith.
Go to VictoriousFamily.org to access discipleship resources and Terence Chatmon’s book, “Do Your Children Believe?”
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Bible League President and CEO Jos Snoep leads the ministry by cultivating, “one relationship at a time.”
Today on “The Voice of Leadership,” Jos speaks with Dr. Karen about how Bible League, a non-profit Christian ministry, engages people in the word of God and equips the local Church.
Bible League creates global unity in diversity through partnerships with local communities. Jos also describes the importance of a culture of prayer, the meaning of the word “league,” and how God uses these and other concepts to grow local leader missions at the grassroots level.
Executive leaders can apply the same principles of prayer, listening, relationship, and partnership for success in leading their corporate businesses.
Learn more about Bible League at www.bibleleague.org
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Recognized by Nonprofit Times Magazine as one of the most influential philanthropic leaders in America, Michael Chatman is the CEO of The Community Foundation: The Global Center for Generosity located in Cape Coral, Florida.
He also previously worked as a Global Corporate Marketplace Ministry leader. In this interview, Dr. Karen speaks with Michael Chatman about his visionary leadership, commitment to generosity, and how he got the names, “The Christian Beer Man,” “Black Hippie,” and “The Love Leader.”
Listen to learn and apply his success secrets for caring about people and bringing resources together for life impact.
Reach Michael Chatman at CapeCoralcf.org; 239-542-5594
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Dean Niewolny, Chairman of the Board and Ambassador of Halftime Institute, spent 23 years in executive roles with three of Wall Street’s largest financial firms.
Inspired to go beyond success to serving others, he and his wife began trips to South Africa and now provide orphan and hospice care in Durbin.
The author of “Trade Up: How to Go From Just Making Money to Making a Difference,”
Dean speaks with Dr. Karen about what he has learned on the journey and how the Halftime Institute creates life transformation for the marketplace executives they serve.
Reach Halftime at halftimeInstitute.org and Dean at Dean.niewolny@halftime.org
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If you have ever wanted to use your gifts, talents, and abilities to lead change in your community, then today’s show is especially for you.
Pastor Ben Anderson, Senior Pastor of Solid Rock Christian Center and his wife, Pastor Wanda Anderson, Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Risk Management for the Navigators, share with Dr. Karen about how God led them to use different legal structures, government entities, and corporate partnerships to build their community and create capacity for future generational abundance.
Solidrockcdc.com; srcdc@solidrockcdc.com; benanderson@solidrockcdc.com
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Ame-Lia Tamburrini is the founder and CEO of Hum Consulting based in British Columbia, Canada. She moves organizations and communities beyond diversity, equity, and inclusion into cultures of belonging.
Her clients include non-profits, corporations, those in government and education sectors, and rural, remote, and Indigenous communities. Ame-Lia holds a Master of Science In Epidemiology, a BSc in Kinesiology, and she is a certified facilitator of restorative justice, circle dialogue, and trauma-informed practices.
Today she speaks with Dr. Karen about cultures of belonging, self-knowledge and understanding, vulnerability, the value of feminine leadership for all genders, and the lessons she learned from her cancer journey.
Reach Ame-Lia at Ame-Lia@humconsulting.ca or on LinkedIn or YouTube
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Learning to create and live as a community is difficult when there is a history of oppression and disenfranchisement.
Today Dr. Karen speaks with return guest Jeff Rasley about the responsibility of the United States to Native American Nations.
Listen to discover why community development may be more powerful than reparations, and how local community ownership is important to success.
Jeff is the author of many books including, “America’s Existential Crisis: Our Inherited Obligation to Native Nations.”
His blueprint for working with the Basa people of the Himalayas also has implications for partnership with US Native Nations, other under-resourced communities, and the decisions of corporate leaders.
Reach Jeff at Jeffreyrasley.com
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Barnaby Wynter is the founder of The Brand Bucket Company, a UK based business that serves a broad range of clients from the Fortune 500, the Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 (FTSE), to start-ups. As a brand creation expert with over 457 brands to his name, he helps organizations to “sell more stuff profitably.”
Barnaby works with C-suite leaders to ensure everything in a business is marketing-led. He leads organizations to generate long-term commercial relationships, identify their ideal target audience, and build their operations and culture.
The author of “Become the GO-TO BRAND– Mastering Inbound Marketing Strategy,” Barnaby is also a global public speaker who has spoken to over 17,000 businesses. Earlier, after a fast-track career, he became the youngest Managing Director (MD) of a UK Top 200 fully integrated advertising agency in London where he spent 10 years developing the proprietary Brand Bucket Program.
Today Barnaby speaks with Dr. Karen about the difference between branding and building a brand and between selling proposition and value proposition. Watch today to learn how to maximize the buyer and paying prospect relationship with your products and services.
Contact Barnaby at www.barnabyWynter.com
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Pastor Canisius Gacura is the senior pastor of Nyabugingo Worship Center in Rwanda, Africa, and the author of two books, “Unlimited: Conquering on My Knees” and “Discover Your Destiny: And Become a Destiny Helper.
“Pastor Gacura grew up in war torn Uganda and had many hardships to include nearly dying from a poisonous snake bite, measles, and then polio that left him permanently unable to walk.
Dr. Karen spoke with Pastor Gacura about how God used his hardships to prepare him for his destiny to help heal a post-genocide nation.
She also spoke with him about what God is doing today through executive business leaders, God’s ambassadors in the workplace.
Give to the Nyabugingo Worship Center ministry at: https://give.y360.org/give/canisius Specify Rwanda
Follow the ministry on: bit.ly/unlimitedrwanda
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Mr. Antonio (Tony) Colon successfully founded and sold three businesses, Martinelli Realty, Inc., a commercial real estate company; Splat Master’s Paintball, Inc. (SMP) known worldwide for engineering and design innovation in the paintball industry; and Combat Training Solutions, Inc. (CTS), a company specializing in Special Effects Devices to enhance military training and save the lives of warfighters nationwide and in sixteen foreign countries.
CTS received numerous awards to include the Military Technology Magazine’s Top Innovator Award for five consecutive years. Tony, among other awards, received the 2010 Colorado Small Businessperson Award and the ColoradoBiz magazine’s 2011 Top 50 Colorado Minority Owned Companies.
A service disabled 20 year US Air Force veteran who served as a jet engine mechanic and an Astronautical Engineer, Tony received his degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Mississippi. He leveraged his military experience, education, and business experiences to create each successful company.
Today Mr. Colon speaks with Dr. Karen about the ins and outs of business exits with lessons that apply to both entrepreneurs and larger Corporate companies as they execute mergers and acquisitions. Watch and listen to hear how to increase the value of your company prior to sale and how to structure the deal to benefit both the seller and employees.
Reach Tony at TC@Colonfam.com
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Bob Kulhan, known as a master improviser, is the Founder and CEO of Business Improv and adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School. He is also the author of the book “Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv.”
With more than 27 years of studying, performing, and teaching improv, he works with blue chip companies like Mazda, CISCO, Pepsi, Ford Motor Company, Glaxo Smith Kline, and Bristol Meyers Squibb.
Today Bob speaks with Dr. Karen about how to bring empathic communication, relationship building, and Psychological Safety to today’s virtual, hybrid, and face to face workplaces.
Reach Bob Kulhan at www.businessimprov.com
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Deke Copenhaver served as Mayor of Augusta, Georgia from 2005-2014. As mayor he helped recruit over $1 billion in investment to the local economy and created thousands of jobs by building on the strengths of Augusta’s diverse labor force and bringing in major employers such as Automatic Data Processing, T-Mobile, Starbucks, and Unisys. Among many other awards and honors, Deke has on seven occasions been recognized as one of Georgia Trend Magazine’s “100 Most Influential Georgians”.
As Principal of Copenhaver Consulting, LLC, a niche consulting firm in Augusta, Georgia, Deke serves the needs of businesses, nonprofits, and local governments. He is the author of the Forbes Books Amazon #1 bestseller “The Changemaker: the Art of Building Better Leaders” and he hosts “The Changemaker” podcast.
As a Founding Partner of Starts With Us, a newly established national nonprofit, Deke inspires a movement to foster the daily habits of curiosity, compassion, and courage.
Today he speaks with Dr. Karen about how to use listening, curiosity, positive grass roots leadership, and Christian values to create powerful communities that transcend polarization, blind tribalism, and dehumanization.
Contact Deke at www.copenhaverconsulting.com
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How do global conditions influence and reshape the strategies that companies employ to manage their supply chain networks? How does disruption in the supply chain impact the movement of goods and services? When do businesses adjust processes to keep pace with global shifts? Guest Patrick Daly shares his observations on how instability, inflation, and the emergence of new economic competitors impact globalization. He also shares how to mitigate risk by understanding the complexity and dependencies within sourcing tiers.
Patrick Daly, a global supply chain expert, is the Managing Director of Alba Consulting based in Dublin, Ireland. He works with top tier Fortune 500 companies in manufacturing, distribution, and logistics services in Europe, Asia, the Americas, and beyond. Due to his innovative interventions, his clients achieve dramatic improvements in their supply chain capabilities and performance excellence.
Patrick is the author of the book “International Supply Chain Relationships: Creating Competitive Advantage in a Globalized Economy,”host of the globally focused Interlinks podcast and the weekly short video series, “The Week That’s in It,”and author of “The Strategic Context” newsletter on Linked-In.
Listen today as Patrick and Dr. Karen share valuable insights on the shifting global business landscape. (Originally broadcast in October 2023)
Reach Patrick Daly at www.albalogistics.com
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Songwriter, recording artist, and author Dennis Welch is a master storyteller. With over 500 songs, two books, and many concerts, Dennis creates a place to find yourself and love.
Wurld records released his newest recording project, “If I Live to Be a Hundred.” His previous collection, “What Love Makes Us Do” also produced by Little River Band Guitarist Rich Herring, made the first grammy ballot in five categories.
Privileged to write with some of the great songwriters: Allen Shamblin, Monte Warden, Fletch Wiley, Will Callery, and Lenny Cochrun, Dennis joins Dr. Karen today to talk about creativity, inspiration, calling, God’s blessings, and cautionary tales for executive leaders. Also hear five songs from the new release!
Contact Dennis at DennisWelch1956@gmail.com
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Peter H. Christian served as an executive for Crayola Corporation. After 17 years with Crayola, he then became a founding partner of espi, Enterprise Systems Partners, Inc.
The author of two Amazon best-selling books, “What About the Vermin Problem?” and “Influences and Influencers” Pete has worked with more than 300 clients to realize millions of dollars in cost reductions and profit improvements in multiple areas such as business development, operations, IS selection and implementation, supply chain, and Project Management.
Today, with unusual candor and vulnerability Pete talks to Dr. Karen about what he has learned and how his Christian values have helped him to navigate corporate culture and organizational politics. He also shares how to exit a company on the best of terms even in challenging circumstances.
Reach Pete at Petechristianbooks.com; phchristian53@gmail.com
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Lani Donaldson is the CEO of Engaged Educators and the Founder of UP Academy, an innovative independent private school in Calgary, Alberta Canada. Her mission is to create learning environments that are academically rigorous, nurturing, and adaptable. With a profound passion for transforming education, Lani champions a dynamic, student-centered approach that prepares students not just for exams but for life and the complexities of the modern world.
She also partners with corporate clients to develop corporate education resources and collaborates with global partners to develop culturally relevant curriculum for other countries. Lani also mentors educators, collaborates with parents, and influences educational policies in the larger community.
Lani believes in the power of personalized education and the importance of developing each student’s unique strengths and potential. She continues to push the boundaries of conventional education to create a world where every student thrives.
Today she speaks with Dr. Karen about the preparation students need for the workplace, recommended collaborations between businesses and schools, the value of diversity, the roles of AI and other technology, and success factors such as emotional intelligence, compassion, and creativity. Stay tuned for her upcoming series, ‘The Chameleon Papers,’ that champions and celebrates student well-being and holistic and flexible development.
Contact Lani Donaldson at Lani@UpAcademy.ca; Lani@engagededucators.com
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Tim Hoerr is the CEO and Founder of Serra Ventures, a venture capital firm that manages $140 million dollars in early stage high technology company investments with the support of more than 250 limited liability partners. He is also the author of “Risking It: An Intersection of Faith and Work” and “Thank God It’s Monday! A Tool Kit for Aligning Your Lifevision and Your Work.”
Dr. Karen speaks with Tim about how his Christian values facilitate the best triple win decision-making, his own entrepreneurial journey buying and selling multiple significant businesses, and how God used a “wilderness” experience to increase his humility and empathy.
Reach Tim at: Tim@serraventures.com
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Pastor Troy Gramling has led South Florida based Potential Church for over two decades. Through his leadership the Church has experienced remarkable growth and blossomed into a vibrant congregation of over 20,000 members in the United States and Latin America. Pastor Troy has an unwavering commitment to his vision to partner with people to reach their God potential.
Before answering his pastoral calling, Pastor Troy honed his skills as a college basketball player and later as a coach, where he sharpened the values of teamwork, discipline, and dedication, that he now imparts to his congregation.
The author of the book, “Potential: The Uncontainable Power of God Within You,” Pastor Troy is known for his creative, innovative, and unconventional teaching methods that reach people from all backgrounds.
Today, in his conversation with Dr. Karen, Pastor Troy shares examples relevant for executive business leaders on how to move past fear to creativity, how to lead and live with authenticity and vulnerability to best develop others, and how to think at least three generations ahead to create lasting legacy.
Reach Pastor Troy at TroyGramling.com
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Larry Mandelberg, the author of “Businesses Don’t Fail, They Commit Suicide” is a serial entrepreneur with more than 150 years of inherited business knowledge from his family’s businesses. As a consultant, speaker, prolific writer, and Change Catalyst, Larry specializes in solving intractable business problems.
In this episode he speaks with Dr. Karen about the reasons businesses fail and the five research based processes for implementing change. The fifth process is Reinforcement. Join Dr. Karen and guest Larry Mandelberg for the other four change processes and more.
Go to mandelberg.biz to reach Larry Mandelberg
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Rick Gang is the CEO and co-founder of Holistic HomeCare Associates based in Riverdale, New York. Fueled by the chaos of trying to hunt down top-notch caregivers in the jungle of traditional home care agencies, Holistic reinvented home care. They make hiring a breeze, the family the boss, and weave ethical and compassionate high quality into every fiber of the process.
As a seasoned home care expert with nearly four decades of experience in home care management, Rick speaks with Dr. Karen about his business growth and learning journey through change, innovation, agility, flexibility, and reinvention. He also shares how he uses technology and outside advisement to bring the best solutions to his clients and exponential growth and profitability to his company.
Listen today to hear how Rick ensures he and his team meet every client with white-glove service, deep understanding of the home care landscape, kindness, and a smile. Use these same executive leadership insights for accelerated success and profitability in your business.
Contact Rick Gang at HolisticHomeCareAssociates.com (646-240-4888)
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Dr. Ken Redcross, a board-certified and award winning Internal Medicine physician, provides the ultimate patient experience for those who want a more elevated and customized patient-doctor relationship. In his concierge medical practice, Dr. Redcross embraces natural and alternative methods, makes house calls, accompanies patients to medical appointments, and serves as a patient and family advocate. He educates, empowers, counsels, and offers peace of mind to patients from across the globe to include in the entertainment industry, sports world, and business leaders from Los Angeles to New York City.
A graduate of the prestigious Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center and author of the Amazon Number One book release in Medicine and Psychology, “Bond: The 4 Cornerstones of a Lasting and Caring Relationship with Your Doctor,” Dr. Redcross has reached tens of millions of people through media appearances including The Doctors, Entertainment Tonight, and the Nancy Grace Show. He has been a medical expert for CNN Travel, appeared regularly on HLN Weekend Express, and has contributed articles for digital health and wellness companies, including Everyday Health.
His diverse practice has included the elderly, migrant farm workers, and patients battling heroin addiction. He participated in fellowships in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, contributing to his proficiency in Spanish.
Dr. Redcross says, “With the correct balance of nutrition, movement, and spirituality, we can live our best life experience.”
Reach Dr. Redcross on LinkedIn at Ken Redcross, MD; soon at DrKenRedcross.com
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Neal Frick, the CEO of CyberCore Technologies, a government contractor that specializes in secure IT infrastructure and supply chain management, leads his company with empathy and compassion. Neal’s business results include restructuring and reducing overhead by 2.5 million, tripling headcount and revenue within 2 years, and reducing attrition from 35% to 8% within 12 months.
The author of the book, “The E Suite: Empathetic Leadership for the Next Generation of Executives,” with co-author Tina Kuhn, Neal grounds his approach to leadership in the power of empathy and investment in people, a methodology he learned from his father who is a General Contractor in the Insulating business. With previous corporate and government contracting roles, Neal has seen Empathy leadership produce successful and profitable businesses in other sectors. His father’s leadership instilled a lifelong conviction that investing in people leads to inevitable profits.
Today Neal speaks with Dr. Karen about employee hiring and retention, responsible downsizing, leading millennials and Gen Z, the role of diversity for business success and innovation, and how to protect yourself in a cyber and AI environment.
With insights sharpened in the crucible of personal experience and professional success, Neal is on a mission to build a community of empathetic leaders.
Reach Neal Frick at theesuite.com
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Todd Isberner and Wendie Pett knew they were soul mates from the beginning, yet it would take more than five years for their families to get on board. Both used their experiences from previous marriages as learning and growth opportunities. Committed to a godly courtship, they trusted God to work out the details.
Today, Todd and Wendie speak candidly with Dr. Karen about what they do to keep their marriage vibrant and how they help other couples. Wendie also talks about her concept of the body as a Total gym and how she used her expertise in natural fitness to heal her broken clavicle without surgery. Tune in to their podcast, Your Biggest Breakthrough and to Wendie’s podcast, Visibly Fit.
Reach Todd at Toddisberner.com; Reach Wendie at wendiepett.com
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Ron McMillon is a gospel smooth jazz saxophonist and recording artist. Charting on the Top 30 Billboard in the music industry, his music is played on the Music Choice TV Channel and on radio worldwide, including Sirius XM Radio where he is known as Mr. Jazz Watercolors. He has also had the privilege to play alongside very high profile artists in the Gospel/Smooth Jazz genre.
A Colorado native who studied music at the collegiate level, Ron’s sincere passion for music ministry and his love for God are the foundation for ALL of his successes in the music industry. Listen today to hear five of his songs and to apply his words of wisdom from God about the role of patience, diligence, and hard work as you “Press Toward the Mark” of God’s high calling.
Purchase CDs and book Ron for music ministry events at RonMcMillon.com
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Fathers affect how their sons and daughters show up at work and also how they relate to their own children. Giji Mischel Dennard, the CEO of Well Fed Resources articulates a definition of the Father’s role that builds on the strengths and gifts men already use in their corporate jobs. She expands the definition of “Provider” to include more than financial provision.
Giji debuted as a voice in the fatherlessness movement in 2012 after publishing the first edition of “Hungry for Wholeness: A Call to Pursue Healing & Restoration in Your Father-Child Relationship.” She was also the opening keynote speaker for the inaugural Father-Shift Conference.
In today’s episode she shares her insights into Father-Child relationships from personal experience, her research, and her consulting work with sons and daughters. She invites fathers to conduct a “Benefit Analysis” and to experience the ROI from stepping up to Biblical Fatherhood. Giji speaks with Dr. Karen about the role of fathers in identity development, unconditional acceptance, achievement, honor, and mentoring their children.
Contact Giji Dennard at www.wellfedresources.com
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Howard Behar, Founding International President and former Board member of Starbucks says the Starbucks “secret sauce” of success is people first at every level of the organization. Howard adds, “You grow the people, they grow the organization, and the organization grows the business.” Howard’s leadership took Starbucks from 28 stores to more than 15,000 on five continents.
His career accomplishments span 50 years in consumer-oriented businesses, to include 21 years serving at Starbucks. Today in his conversation with Dr. Karen, Howard reveals the importance of shared values, diverse abilities, and the Monday night dinners of H2O, the top three leaders. He also gives powerful examples of how backing the innovative ideas of team members paid off with meteoric success.
Get Howard Behar’s books “It’s Not About the Coffee” and “The Magic Cup”
Contact Howard Behar at hb@howardbehar.com; 206-972-7776
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Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech companies, including Google and Meta. A proven leader and entrepreneur, she now advises and coaches executives and founders on how to improve their leadership.
Loree is the author of a new book, “Soar Into Joy: A Combat Pilot’s Wisdom on Living a Fulfilling Life” and star of the sold out and award winning one woman Off Broadway show “I Feel the Need.” Listen today as Loree speaks with Dr. Karen about how to soar joyfully into new professional and personal pursuits.
Reach Loree at loreedraude.com
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Dennis Welch is the author of 500 songs, many of which listeners hear on the radio. He recently released his latest album, “What Love Makes Us Do.” Nashville veteran producer, record company owner, and manager Tony Mantor recorded Dennis’ song, “Why Not Me?” and named his 2020 album after the song.
Mantor’s “Why Not Me?” was on the Top 10 List for 15 weeks. Dennis is now finishing a children’s book, “Why Not Me?” with his granddaughter who is the illustrator. On today’s show, Dennis sings and Dr. Karen speaks with Dennis about his life as a songwriter and how he prayed to God and got unexpected results.
Tune in to this inspiring episode with Dennis Welch.
Reach Dennis at denniswelchmusic.com; www.bearticulate.com
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What do you do when you, the CEO, are the one who is depressed? What are the dangers of admitting you are depressed? How do you get help? Dr. Clarence Shuler, President and CEO of Building Lasting Relationships is also an award winning speaker and the author of 10 books. Today he shares his personal journey with depression. In this transparent and vulnerable conversation, Dr. Shuler talks about his struggles with self-worth and validation and how God met and healed him in the dark place.
His latest book written with his counselor and co-author, Dr. Monique S. Gadson, is “Finding Hope in a Dark Place: Facing Loneliness, Depression, and Anxiety with the Power of Grace.” Join Dr. Karen as she and Dr. Shuler explore the depths of depression and how to get out.
Contact Dr. Shuler at ClarenceShuler.com
Get his latest book, “Finding Hope in a Dark Place: Facing Loneliness, Depression, and Anxiety with the Power of Grace.”
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For the last few years, we have lived through the COVID-19 pandemic with illnesses and deaths; social isolation due to virtual work, school, and spiritual services; racial unrest; mass shootings; lethal weather events; and now growing inflation.
Today, Dr. Karen speaks with her colleagues, psychologists, Dr. Tonya Armstrong, Dr. Len Wysocki, and Dr. JC Wright, about the mental health challenges they see in coaching, consulting, and clinical clients. They also talk about the practical steps companies can take to be most effective in supporting workplace mental health.
Contact: Dr. Tonya: On LinkedIn; TArmstrong@ArmstrongCFH.com
Get Dr. Armstrong’s book and music CD, “Blossoming Hope” on Amazon
Dr. Len Wysocki: Wysock@comcast.net; leonardwysockiphd.com
Dr. JC Wright: JC Wright PhD or Julianne C. Wright on LinkedIn Messenger
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Dr. Karen, the President and CEO of TRANSLEADERSHIP®, INC. celebrated the 29th birthday of her company in 2024 with a new painting by Cheltenham, UK based artist, Louis Parsons. They take you behind the scenes to experience the collaborative process to co-create a commissioned art piece through Parsons’ unique SoulScaping approach.
Through his talks, workshops, and art, Parsons unlocks the emerging art movement he terms “The Soul Renaissance and our ability to see the unique symphony of light that resides inside all of us. He brings simplicity and clarity to empower his audience to find greater energy in their lives.
Louis’ art commissions reside all over the world including with celebrities, world class surfing athletes, and leading edge philosophers such as Karren Brady, Tom Curren, and Ken Wilber, and now also with TRANSLEADERSHIP®, INC. For the last nine years he has been the Guest Artist for The Four Seasons, Kuda Huraa, Maldives and Four Seasons Serengeti. One of his favorite achievements is having one of his artwork pieces auctioned for charity, raising £120,000.
Louis seeks inspiration from all the color and vibrancy in the waves when he surfs and scuba dives. Join Louis and Dr. Karen as they talk about how a corporate painting can clarify and reinforce corporate values and culture. Prior to the 30th company birthday in 2025, Dr. Karen named the painting “Heavenly Sunlight.”
Reach Louis at Louis@LouisParsons.com
Reach Dr. Karen at: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Social Entrepreneur Benedicte Early and her husband, Gene, have been a spiritual power couple since God brought them together more than 40 years ago.
As the first saleswoman for Jockey men’s wear in Scandinavia, Benedicte subsequently led elsewhere in significant sales, marketing, and leadership development roles. She also served on the Women’s Aglow Ministry Board and as a missionary for Youth With a Mission (YWAM). Gene co-founded Genomic Health and served as Vice Chancellor of Operations at the University of the Nations in Kona, HI. He recently spoke with Dr. Karen in Episode # 412.
On today’s episode, they speak with Dr. Karen about building their marriage, businesses, and ministries around trust, healing, and their complementary gifts.
Reach Benedicte Early at benedicte.early@mac.com and Gene Early at gene.early@gmail.com
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Rebekah Simon-Peter is passionate about reconnecting spiritual leaders with their God-given powers to co-create miracles with the divine. Her award-winning group coaching program, “Creating a Culture of Renewal®” has energized church leaders across the country to reclaim their calling and to grow their ministries.
Educated in Theology and Environmental studies and previously serving as an ordained United Methodist Pastor, Rebekah is uniquely prepared for her current consulting role to grow the Green Church.
The author of many books to include “Forging a New Path: Moving the Church Forward in a Post-Pandemic World,” “Dream Like Jesus®,” “The Jew Named Jesus,” and “Green Church,” her newest book, due out later this year is an invitation to a transformational journey from discipleship to apostleship where believers co-create miracles with Jesus.
Listen today as Rebekah speaks with Dr. Karen about how to bring out the best in the people who frustrate you the most, the multi-dimensional meaning of the sustainable green church, how to cultivate a miracle-making mindset, Five surprising elements of Jesus-like dreams, her personal testimony about discovering the Jewish Jesus, her journey and lessons from addiction, how to create a culture of renewal, and more.
Reach Rebekah at rebekahsimonpeter.com
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Vera Quinn, CEO and President of Cydcor, a face-to-face sales outsourcing firm, is the first woman to become President of Cydcor. She has taken the company to 300% growth through her business savvy and people-centric leadership. Vera creates compelling opportunities and fosters growth and potential in others. She also creates a positive culture of learning, development, entrepreneurism, hard work, and fun.
In addition to paying success forward at Cydcor, Vera also elevates lives in the country of Belize through her non-profit organization Liberty Children’s Home. Liberty Children’s Home provides 53 children with a safe place, daily school, three meals a day, and caregivers that care.
Vera’s global powerhouse success is from a combination of love, wisdom, and leadership. Today she speaks with Dr. Karen about how she got to the CEO chair, lessons she learned from her entrepreneurial father and his business, and from her Eastern European cultural background. She highlights the value of unconditional love in life and business and how big risks produce big rewards and especially with the right attitude.
Reach Vera Quinn at Vera@cydcor.com; https://www.Cydcor.com
Donate to Liberty Children’s Home at https://libertychildrenshome.org
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Welcome to a very special episode of “The Voice of Leadership” with your host, Dr. Karen Y. Wilson-Starks—Concierge Executive Leadership Advisor, U.S. Army veteran, and Founder of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.® In this inspiring episode, Dr. Karen uses a Biblical lens to reflect on 30 powerful years of serving business executives and global corporations.
From standing terrified atop a 25-foot Army rappelling tower to guiding CEOs through corporate storms, Dr. Karen shares the life-changing lessons of faith, leadership, courage, and transformation.
This episode is rich with insight, including:
- What rappelling taught her about fear, risk, and letting go
- How God shows up in the battles we can’t see or fight alone
- How to turn chaos into challenge—and challenge into character
- Keys to thriving through 9/11, the 2008 recession, the pandemic, and beyond
- The blessings of client transformation and the joy of mentoring the next generation
- The reason for this season’s theme of EXPANSION
Plus: A surprise live musical collaboration featuring Dr. Karen and Billboard Recording Artist and gospel jazz saxophonist Ron McMillon in a stirring rendition of “Walk With Me, Lord”—recorded at King Solomon Baptist Church in Colorado Springs.
Reach Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Sandra Yancey is the Founder and CEO of eWomenNetwork, the Premier Success System for women entrepreneurs. Her award-winning, multi-million dollar organization connects over 500,000 women through 118 chapters across the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK. Sandra is committed to helping a million women to each reach a million in business revenue. Today, she speaks with Dr. Karen about how to deliver distinctive Customer Experience (CX) that produces “stand out” excellence, repeat customers, raving fans, and brand loyalty.
Get a VIP rate for the annual eWomenNetwork August ICON Conference.
Call Anne Payne at 972-620-9995, ext. 2002 and mention “Dr. Karen.”
Sandra Yancey at eWomennetwork.com
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Kate Lanz, author of the book, “All the Brains in the Business” explores how to properly value brain gender differences at work. As Founder and CEO of Mindbridge, an executive coaching and business performance consultancy in the UK, she specializes in the power of neuroscience for releasing latent brain potential at work. Dr. Karen and guest Kate Lanz talk about brain gender differences as one of the biggest sources of untapped competitive advantage.
Reach Kate Lanz at www.mindbridge.co.uk
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Alison Cornell, a certified Treasury Professional, was Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of two major New York Stock Exchange listed corporations, one of which was global. Prior to those roles, she held significant financial positions at AT&T where she learned how to be a corporate executive. Even today, women hold only10 % of major corporate CFO jobs.
Currently Director and Audit Committee Chair at ZIVO Bioscience, Inc and Chou2 Pharma, Ms. Cornell is still committed to the development of women both in the US and abroad. Join Dr. Karen and Ms. Cornell for senior executive leadership development lessons you can implement today.
Contact Ms. Cornell at https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonacornell/
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Guest Stuart Pickles is Managing Director of the UK based leadership consultancy, Aim Higher Leadership (www.aimhigherleadership.com). A former CFO with more than 25 years in Blue Chip companies such as Unilever, Kraft Foods, and Fosters, Stuart accelerates the development of higher level leadership for social justice, climate justice, and to build a regenerative future. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen dialogues with Stuart about how he, as a white male, is learning to leverage his privilege to create a better and more inclusive world.
Contact: Stuart@aimhigherleadership.com
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Barnaby Wynter grew up in the Cotswold region of the UK and didn’t see any Black people until he was 16 years old. Later in 1978, during the Two Tone era of music, he attended a concert of three mixed Black and White member bands who blended SCAR and Punk music. He experienced an amazing energy that has since informed his life about the power of blending.
As a successful brand creation expert with over 457 brands to his name, Barnaby is the founder of The Brand Bucket Company, a UK based business that serves a broad range of clients from the Fortune 500, the Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 (FTSE), to start-ups. He has now dedicated himself to making a difference by being a white ally who mentors businesspeople from the African-Caribbean community of the UK. Now a mentor to 17, he believes diverse businesses are stronger and more profitable.
As the author of “Become the GO-TO BRAND– Mastering Inbound Marketing Strategy,” Barnaby speaks with Dr. Karen on today’s show about how he uses his brand strategies as well as ten principles for being an effective white ally.
To hear his previous show on “How To Become the Go To Brand,” go to episode # 491 from 27 August 2024.
Contact Barnaby Wynter and read his white allyship articles on LinkedIn
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Dr. Clarence Shuler is the President of Building Lasting Relationships. He and his wife Brenda are the winners of the 2019 Family Life Speaker of the Year Award. Dr. Shuler, a marriage expert for Oprah’s 2020 Love Goals Reality show; speaker with New York Times Best Selling author, Dr. Gary Chapman for The Five Love Languages and Date Night Events; and author of more than ten books, shows how to affair proof your marriage. His book, “Keeping Your Wife Your Best Friend” is a favorite. In this episode Dr. Karen speaks with Dr. Shuler about how to win at home and in marriage as a busy executive.
Contact Dr. Shuler at ClarenceShuler.com
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When Rafael Ortiz—father, veteran, professional, and husband—began working at the Pentagon, he believed it was the opportunity of a lifetime. That’s why he was shocked when Nikita Ortiz—mother, veteran, professional, and wife to Rafael—flat out refused to join him. Ultimatums were not their style. They were a team in everything, so why was she making this call? Little did they know, her call would end up saving his life.
Today, Rafael and Nikita Ortiz join Dr. Karen to tell their story of a lifetime. They will unpack their secrets to a life and marriage steeped in authenticity, compassion, faith, and love.
Email: nikitaortiz21@gmail.com; rafprortiz@gmail.com; rafael.ortiz@blackmenrun.com
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The Black Church has a history of being a place of emotional refuge, leadership training, physical sustenance, the heartbeat of the civil rights movement, and a safe place to worship God with dignity. What relevance does the Black Church have today and into the future? Dr. Karen reviews the history of the official start of the Black Church in America.
She and her guests, Pastor Ben Anderson, Senior Pastor of Solid Rock Christian Center in Colorado Springs and his wife, Pastor Wanda Anderson also add their insights. This segment is Part I of a conversation with the Andersons. In Part II they will share more about the groundbreaking and innovative approaches to ministry they have started at Solid Rock Christian Center.
Reach the Andersons at solidrock-cs.org; Pastor@solidrock-cs.org
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Mike Mooney was part of the executive ecosystem behind NASCAR. As an award winning executive, he built and protected the global reputations of such brands as Mercedes-Benz, 3M, NASCAR, Sunoco, Tylenol, and Walmart. Author of the breakthrough book, “Reputation Shift- Lessons from Pit Road to the Boardroom,” Mike speaks with Dr. Karen about the leadership lessons he learned from decades of working with championship NASCAR, IndyCar, Formula 1, and Roush Fenway drivers and teams.
Contact Mike at www.MikeMooney.com; Mike@mikemooney.com
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Black Enterprise Magazine identified Shundrawn Thomas as one of the 75 most powerful Blacks on Wall St. and one of the most powerful executives in corporate America. Most recently President and Chief Executive of Northern Trust Asset Management and Management Group member, he also held key roles at Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley.
Known industry wide as an innovator in investment management and a champion of socially responsible investing, Shundrawn is also the author of four books, including Discover Joy in Work: Transforming Your Occupation into Your Vocation.
Today he speaks with Dr. Karen about his unique brand of leadership, how he successfully navigated corporate America as a Black man in top financial services companies, and his new business venture.
Since the time of this original broadcast, Shundrawn Thomas has become Founder and Managing Partner of Copia Group, LLC, a company that provides capital solutions for lower middle market companies.
Reach Shundrawn Thomas at https://Copiagroupllc.com
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Why do people follow dictators? What are the implications for business leaders? Guest Jeff Rasley, the author of fourteen books including “The 72 Wisdoms,” shares his insights and perspectives on how to use wisdom to interrupt the patterns of fascist leaders. Jeff is the President of Basa Village Foundation, Secretary of Scientech Foundation, board member of the Indianapolis Peace and Justice Center, Co-Founder of the Jeff and Alicia Rasley Internship program for the ACLU of Indiana, and a graduate of the Indiana University School of Law and the Christian Theological Seminary. Dr. Karen speaks with Jeff Rasley about the importance of critical thinking and love in preventing and overcoming fascism.
Reach Jeff Rasley and get his book, “72 Wisdoms” at www.jeffreyrasley.com
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Brian Smith, The Founder of UGG Boots has charted his own course to become one of the great entrepreneurial success stories of our time. As a native Australian, his vision in 1978 was to put a pair of UGG sheepskin boots on every American. In each of the past five years, sales of UGG products have exceeded a billion dollars.
Brian calls his book, “The Birth of a Brand,” an entrepreneurial road map. Today, on The Voice of Leadership, Brian speaks with Dr. Karen about growing his company from vision to infancy, the toddler years, and beyond. In this insightful interview Brian shares important lessons on sales and marketing, raising capital, financial forecasting, manufacturing, competition, and how to ride the entrepreneurial waves to a billion dollar company. No matter where you are in your executive leadership journey, these insights are for you.
Book Brian Smith for Keynote speaking at BrianSmithSpeaker.com; Brian@BrianSmithSpeaker.com
Get his book, “The Birth of a Brand” at all major outlets
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When Kirby Velarde started “Playing for God,” it catalyzed a process that included playing gospel music for Heritage Christian Center in Denver, Colorado, a congregation that has had up to 10,000 members, and playing for legendary gospel music great Kurt Carr.
Accomplished musician Kirby Velarde was born into a musical family. He elevated his artistic pedigree to new heights when he followed God’s call on his life. On today’s episode of The Voice of Leadership, Kirby plays his music and tells Dr. Karen about the expansion of his musical journey to include gospel music.
Kirby describes how he connects to God through music, and how corporate executives can also access God’s favor, embrace their unique talent, and leverage inspiration and preparation to serve at the highest levels.
Reach Kirby Velarde at kirby.velarde@yahoo.com
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The miracle of Chanukah, The Festival of Lights, lighting the darkness, and bringing hope to a hurting world is what guests Chad and Cantor/Spiritual Leader Laurel Barr share on today’s podcast episode. Listen as Dr. Karen explores both the historical and current day significance and celebration of Chanukah.
Also hear Chad and Laurel’s personal love story and their beautiful musical interlude on today’s show.
Since the time of original broadcast of this show in 2020, Laurel Barr now serves as Spiritual Leader to Temple B’nai Abraham in Elyria, Ohio.
Reach Cantor/Spiritual Leader Laurel Barr at LaurelBarr.com
Reach Digital Empire Creator Chad Barr at TheChadBarrGroup.com
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Actor Daphne Maxwell Reid is best known for her role as Aunt Vivian on The Fresh Prince of Bel Air TV show starring Will Smith. Some of her other credits include starring roles on WKRP in Cincinnati, Hill Street Blues, Simon and Simon, and Frank’s Place, opposite her husband Tim Reid. Dr. Karen talks to Daphne about her experiences as a model, beauty queen, photographic artist, clothing designer, author, entrepreneur, and actor. Join Dr. Karen as she explores the beautiful tapestry of Daphne’s life experiences and extracts relevant business lessons for executive leaders.
Look for The Fresh Prince of Bel Air Reunion Show on HBO Max and The Business of Christmas on BET Plus
To learn more about Daphne Maxwell Reid’s Artistic offerings, go to DaphneMaxwellReid.com
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Rob Brown, based in Nottingham, UK, the home of Robin Hood, is the author of the bestselling book, “Build Your Reputation,” host of the world’s only daily Fintech and accounting podcast, and leader of the Accounting Influencers Roundtable. Rob speaks with Dr. Karen about the importance of being distinctive and memorable in business branding and addresses how he came back from a major health crisis. He also shares what difference his faith made in his recovery.
Reach Rob Brown: http://uk.linkedin.com/in/therobbrown; https://accountinginfluencers.com
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Did you know that only 4% of all cancer research funds are dedicated to Children’s cancer? When parents Michael Casaus and Naomi Natale learned their then two year old son Sebastian had a rare, aggressive, and incurable Stage IV cancer they used their collective skills to create partnerships and a non-profit organization to raise funds to find treatments and a cure. They also created a community art project, “Sebastian’s Song” that has curated healing songs from around the world. Michael is The Wilderness Society’s New Mexico state director, environmental advocate, long-term non-profit leader, and W.K. Kellogg Foundation Fellow. Naomi is an award winning community artist activist and Fellow of multiple organizations including TED Global. Join Dr. Karen to hear their family and community story of Love, pain, grief, and gratitude.
Update: When we first aired this broadcast, Sebastian was 3 years old. By the grace of God and after many chemotherapy treatments, countless surgeries, recurrences of cancer, and numerous hospitalizations, Sebas, now five years old, continues to live a courageous and miraculous life. His parents Michael and Naomi escalate efforts to advocate for their son and others to find a Cure for MEC. Please continue your prayers, songs, and financial contributions.
Donate to CureMEC.org
Add your song to “Sebastián’s Song” at CureMEC.org
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To celebrate 500 show episodes for The Voice of Leadership, Guest Host, Chris Cooper interviews Dr. Karen about what it took to create 500 shows, what she learned, and what’s next.
Chris Cooper of Leicestershire, England in the UK founded the Business Elevation show on Voice America in 2011. His massive network and global connections include audiences in more than 50 countries. He is the author of the book ‘The Power to Get Things Done (Whether You Feel Like It or Not)’ published by Penguin Random House USA. Chris is also the founder of ‘The Elevation Collective’ an exclusive network for business and world change makers. With more than 30 years of business experience as an advisor, coach, facilitator, and consultant to global brands, Chris consistently elevates business success and creates caring communities.
Dr. Karen is the President and CEO of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC., Host of The Voice of Leadership, author of “Lead Yourself First: The Senior Leader’s Guide to Engaging Your People for Greater Performance and Impact,” Fellow of the American Psychological Association, and Recipient of the RHR International Excellence in Consultation Award.
Join them today for an exploration of The Voice of Leadership show highlights and a preview of 2025 including “The Fab 500.”
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Reach Chris at Chriscooper.co.uk
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What do you do when the roads you’ve traveled in business no longer lead to progress? Business challenges often force us to rethink our paths, find new solutions, and embrace fresh perspectives. Dr. Karen shows how you can leverage creativity and innovation—gifts from God—to overcome obstacles and create new ways for new days.
Discover how to forge transformative collaborations and broaden your networks. Learn how to unlock untapped potential and embrace opportunities you haven’t previously considered. Most importantly, Dr. Karen reveals the greatest supernatural resource you possess to guide you towards a divine vision and fulfillment of your mission and purpose.
Dr. Karen shares executive leadership strategies, Biblical perspectives, and action steps to empower you for whatever change you face. Don’t wait for others to create a new way for you—take the initiative to create your own way forward.
Subscribe now for more leadership wisdom and transformational insights from Dr. Karen.
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Dr. Ken Redcross, board-certified and award winning Internal Medicine physician, provides the ultimate patient experience for those who want a more elevated and customized patient-doctor relationship. In his concierge medical practice, Dr. Redcross embraces natural and alternative methods, makes house calls, accompanies patients to medical appointments, and serves as a patient and family advocate who educates, empowers, counsels, and offers peace of mind to patients from across the globe to include in the entertainment industry, sports world, and business leaders from Los Angeles to New York City.
A graduate of the prestigious Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center and author of the Amazon Number One book release in Medicine and Psychology, “Bond: The 4 Cornerstones of a Lasting and Caring Relationship with Your Doctor,” Dr. Redcross has reached tens of millions of people through media appearances including The Doctors, Entertainment Tonight, and the Nancy Grace Show. He has been a medical expert for CNN Travel, appeared regularly on HLN Weekend Express, and has contributed articles for digital health and wellness companies, including Everyday Health.
His diverse practice has included the elderly, migrant farm workers, and patients battling heroin addiction. He participated in fellowships in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, contributing to his proficiency in Spanish.
Dr. Redcross says, “With the correct balance of nutrition, movement, and spirituality, we can live our best life experience.”
Reach Dr. Redcross on LinkedIn at Ken Redcross, MD; soon at KenRedcross.com
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With nearly half of self-identified Christians expected to sit out the upcoming 2024 election, around 40 million voices could remain unheard. In this episode, Dr. Karen dives into the significance of voting—not only as a civic duty rather also as an expression of faith.
Dr. Karen identifies the crucial issues at stake, from freedom of worship and speech to medical choice, and the pursuit of life, liberty, and happiness. Drawing from Biblical insights including the teachings of Jesus, she emphasizes how God cares deeply about the actions we take on earth, including our participation in government. When we vote, we help shape a world aligned with the values of justice, freedom, and compassion.
Even when choices aren’t perfect, voting is an opportunity to make the best choice for a better future. Discover why your vote matters and how it makes a meaningful impact.
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Patricia Raybon, author of the three part Annalee Spain Mystery series, writes daring and exciting “history mysteries.” Her third novel in the series, “Truth Be Told” was recently listed as a New York Times Book Review pick, her second in the series, “Double the Lies” won the Christianity Today Book Award for Fiction, and her first book in the series,” All That is Secret” won a Christy Award for First Novel and was selected by NBA All Star Steph Curry as a Literati Book Club Selection.
A writer of faith by day and mystery by night, Patricia Raybon also authors devotional writing for the publication, “Our Daily Bread.” And, she appeared on The Today show for a non-fiction work, “My First White Friend.” As an early career newspaper journalist Patricia won multiple awards for feature writing during her years at The Denver Post and later at the Scripps Howard Rocky Mountain News. Mid-career she taught print journalism for 15 years to bright graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Colorado at Boulder.
She is also published in The New York Times Magazine, Newsweek, USA Today, USA Weekend, Guideposts, In Touch Magazine, Christianity Today, the Washington Post, and National Public Radio’s Weekend Edition.
Today Patricia speaks with Dr. Karen about career calling, God’s timing and ability to manifest the impossible, and dealing with the naysayers.
A lifelong Colorado resident, Patricia lives near Denver with her husband Dan, a retired educator. They have two adult daughters and five grandchildren.
Contact Patricia at www.PatriciaRaybon.com
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Mr. Antonio (Tony) Colon returns for a Part 2 conversation on how to create profitable business exits. Today he speaks with Dr. Karen about the role of the M & A company in structuring the deal, his parallelism and laddering approaches to building the business and hiring, and the importance of building consequences into the acquisition contract. See Episode # 497 from 8 October 24 for Part 1.
Mr. Colon successfully founded and sold three businesses, Martinelli Realty, Inc., a commercial real estate company; Splat Master’s Paintball, Inc. (SMP) known worldwide for engineering and design innovation in the paintball industry; and Combat Training Solutions, Inc. (CTS), a company specializing in Special Effects Devices to enhance military training and save the lives of warfighters nationwide and in sixteen foreign countries.
CTS received numerous awards to include the Military Technology Magazine’s Top Innovator Award for five consecutive years. Tony, among other awards, received the 2010 Colorado Small Businessperson Award and the ColoradoBiz magazine’s 2011 Top 50 Colorado Minority Owned Companies.
A service disabled 20 year US Air Force veteran who served as a jet engine mechanic and an Astronautical Engineer, Tony received his degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Mississippi. He leveraged his military experience, education, and business experiences to create each successful company.
Reach Tony at TC@Colonfam.com
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Have you ever missed an opportunity because the door closed before you decided to enter? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Karen shares her recent train adventure to the top of Pikes Peak. On the journey, she uncovered valuable life lessons about open and closed doors in the workplace and in life itself.
Dr. Karen reveals the crucial truth about time-sensitive opportunities through the metaphor of open and closed doors. Sometimes, doors open, inviting us to step through with purpose. Other times, they close, teaching us lessons, or guiding us in new directions. She explains how, just like the train’s doors close at a precise moment, life presents windows of opportunity with divine timing for opening and closing.
Are you ready to recognize and act on the opportunities God places before you? God gives us enough time to decide, though the time is not endless. There is a moment when He closes the door for good.
Join Dr. Karen for a powerful reflection on seizing opportunities, understanding their limits, and aligning our hearts and minds to say “Yes” when it matters most.
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Contact Dr. Karen about your open and closed doors: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Mr. Antonio (Tony) Colon successfully founded and sold three businesses, Martinelli Realty, Inc., a commercial real estate company; Splat Master’s Paintball, Inc. (SMP) known worldwide for engineering and design innovation in the paintball industry; and Combat Training Solutions, Inc. (CTS), a company specializing in Special Effects Devices to enhance military training and save the lives of warfighters nationwide and in sixteen foreign countries.
CTS received numerous awards to include the Military Technology Magazine’s Top Innovator Award for five consecutive years. Tony, among other awards, received the 2010 Colorado Small Businessperson Award and the ColoradoBiz magazine’s 2011 Top 50 Colorado Minority Owned Companies.
A service disabled 20 year US Air Force veteran who served as a jet engine mechanic and an Astronautical Engineer, Tony received his degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Mississippi. He leveraged his military experience, education, and business experiences to create each successful company.
Today Mr. Colon speaks with Dr. Karen about the ins and outs of business exits with lessons that apply to both entrepreneurs and the mergers and acquisitions of larger Corporate companies. Watch and listen to hear how to prepare for exit, increase the value of your company prior to sale, and structure the deal to benefit both the seller and employees.
Reach Tony at TC@Colonfam.com
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Recent flooding in Florida has revealed significant and potentially dangerous challenges associated with electric vehicles. Are we overlooking critical risks as we rapidly adopt this technology?
In this episode, Dr. Karen delves into the complexities of electric cars and other renewable energy, highlighting emerging issues that deserve our attention. Through her analysis, she offers insights that challenge the conventional wisdom around our growing dependence on electric vehicles and other alternative energy products.
Join Dr. Karen as she explores whether we’re moving too fast in the shift to a green future, or if there’s more we need to understand before fully embracing electric cars and other new technology.
Contact Dr. Karen to explore your marketplace opportunities:
Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Jane Gunn, also known as The Barefoot Mediator, is a trained mediator and expert facilitator in conflict resolution. She is listed as a Global Leader in Who’s Who Mediation and is featured in the Legal 500 Hall of Fame. Jane is President of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and is a former Director and board member of the Civil Mediation Council of England and Wales (CMC).
The author of 3 popular books “How To Beat Bedlam In The Boardroom And Boredom In The Bedroom”, “The Authority Guide To Conflict Resolution” and “The Mole and The Mountain”, she has spoken at the United Nations, The White House, and the European Commission.
Jane helps people from all backgrounds to become ReSolutionaries who are able to deal with difference and diversity in ways that are non-adversarial and solution-focused.
Today she speaks with Dr. Karen about how to best manage change, challenge, and crises, Transformative mediation, personal agency and choice, informed consent, linear and lateral thinking, and dilemmas that impact the practice of medicine, corporate executive leadership, and individuals.
Contact Jane at janegunn.co.uk
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James Earl Jones, known for his acting and iconic Baritone voice, received many awards, honors, and accolades for his work as an actor on Broadway, in film, on television, and in voice projects to include the voice of Darth Vader in the Star Wars movies.
One of the few performers to receive the EGOT, awards in all four categories of The Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Awards, James Earl Jones was inducted in the American Theatre Hall of Fame (1985), received the National Medal of the Arts from President George H. W. Bush (1992), received the Kennedy Center Honor (2002), and the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award (2009).
His life was not an easy straight line function, he also had many obstacles to overcome to include stuttering and mutism. In her tribute to this remarkable man Dr. Karen reflects on how James Earl Jones became great and the lessons we can learn from his excellent and outstanding life.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Lani Donaldson is the CEO of Engaged Educators and the Founder of UP Academy, an innovative independent private school in Calgary, Alberta Canada. Her mission is to create learning environments that are academically rigorous, nurturing, and adaptable. With a profound passion for transforming education, Lani champions a dynamic, student-centered approach that prepares students not just for exams but for life and the complexities of the modern world.
She also partners with corporate clients to develop corporate education resources and collaborates with global partners to develop culturally relevant curriculum for other countries. Lani also mentors educators, collaborates with parents, and influences educational policies in the larger community.
Lani believes in the power of personalized education and the importance of developing each student’s unique strengths and potential. She continues to push the boundaries of conventional education to create a world where every student thrives.
Today she speaks with Dr. Karen about the preparation students need for the workplace, recommended collaborations between businesses and schools, the value of diversity, the roles of AI and other technology, and success factors such as emotional intelligence, compassion, and creativity. Stay tuned for her upcoming series, ‘The Chameleon Papers,’ that champions and celebrates student well-being and holistic and flexible development.
Contact Lani Donaldson at Info@UpAcademy.ca; Lani@engagededucators.com
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What can we learn from the everyday episodes and encounters of our lives? In this episode, Dr. Karen reflects on several such experiences and shares the life and business lessons she extracts from them. For example, pass sunshine on to others and enjoy the incredible gifts that come back to you. Listen to this episode for her stories and insights and how you too can apply the executive leadership lessons and reap the benefits.
Reach Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Barnaby Wynter is the founder of The Brand Bucket Company, a UK based business that serves a broad range of clients from the Fortune 500, the Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 (FTSE), to start-ups. As a brand creation expert with over 457 brands to his name, he helps organizations to “sell more stuff profitably.”
Barnaby works with C-suite leaders to ensure everything in a business is marketing-led. He leads organizations to generate long-term commercial relationships, identify their ideal target audience, and build their operations and culture.
The author of “Become the GO-TO BRAND– Mastering Inbound Marketing Strategy,” Barnaby is also a global public speaker who has spoken to over 17,000 businesses. Earlier, after a fast-track career, he became the youngest Managing Director (MD) of a UK Top 200 fully integrated advertising agency in London where he spent 10 years developing the proprietary Brand Bucket Program.
Today Barnaby speaks with Dr. Karen about the difference between branding and building a brand and between selling proposition and value proposition. Watch today to learn how to maximize the buyer and paying prospect relationship with your products and services.
Contact Barnaby at www.barnabyWynter.com
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During a fun afternoon of bowling with friends, some challenging experiences revealed important life and business lessons. What do you do when the situation you face is not perfect or ideal? What questions can you ask yourself to better prepare?
In this episode, Dr. Karen shares her experiences as well as her counsel to overcome challenging situations.
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Mick Heyman, with 40 years in wealth management, is the Founder of Heyman Investment Counseling. He helps individuals and institutions of all sizes to build and preserve wealth with his stress-free method for mellowing your money.
He has worked with both a small firm and a team of top equity managers, where he managed billions in assets for clients. Based in San Diego, CA he works with investors, some of whom have been with him for more than 30 years.
Mick, a designated CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), received a Bachelor of Economics degree from Northwestern University. His additional study of philosophy and psychology showed him how human emotion drives the market. Mick’s understanding of human nature and his appreciation for long-term trends is what helps him to make better money decisions for himself and his clients.
The author of “Mellow Your Money: How to Surf the Market and Build Wealth Without Stressing Yourself Out,” his articles on sound money management for health, wealth, and wisdom have been published in the Wall Street Journal, financial publications, and on LinkedIn. Today, he speaks with Dr. Karen about best practices for both individual and institutional investors and strategies for different personalities and levels of experience.
Mick Heyman enjoys playing tennis and golf, surfing with his kids, reading mysteries and Russian literature, and juggling.
Contact Mick Heyman at Mick@mellowyourmoney.com
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Today, Dr. Karen analyzes the campaigns of each of the major US Presidential candidates and shares her perspectives, insights, counsel, and advisement for Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump; the presumptive Democratic nominee, Vice-President Kamala Harris; and Independent Candidate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. She also shares her personal family history in the United States and how that history impacts her counsel. Dr. Karen strongly believes that our future can be better than our past.
She recommends that each candidate adopt a proactive approach that casts a positive vision of hope and possibility and outlines where and how they will lead the country. She also suggests they clearly address the issues of most importance to the majority of American people, and she provides a list of issues for their consideration. Dr. Karen cautions against running negative attack campaigns and appealing to extreme special interest groups. Listen to today’s episode to hear her full counsel and advisement.
(Please note that today’s episode was recorded in advance of the show publication date and the political landscape may have changed since the time of recording. The big picture counsel is relevant even if campaign specifics have changed.)
Contact Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Vera Quinn, CEO and President of Cydcor, a face-to-face sales outsourcing firm, is the first woman to become President of Cydcor. She has taken the company to 300% growth through her business savvy and people-centric leadership. Vera creates compelling opportunities and fosters growth and potential in others. She also creates a positive culture of learning, development, entrepreneurism, hard work, and fun.
In addition to paying success forward at Cydcor, Vera also elevates lives in the country of Belize through her non-profit organization Liberty Children’s Home. Liberty Children’s Home provides 53 children with a safe place, daily school, three meals a day, and caregivers that care.
Vera’s global powerhouse success is from a combination of love, wisdom, and leadership. Today she speaks with Dr. Karen about how she got to the CEO chair, lessons she learned from her entrepreneurial father and his business and from her Eastern European cultural background, the value of unconditional love in life and business, and how big risks produce big rewards and especially with the right attitude.
Reach Vera Quinn at Vera@cydcor.com; https://www.Cydcor.com
Donate to Liberty Children’s Home at https://libertychildrenshome.org
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What is the mindset of resilience that creates success in life and business? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares seven mindset approaches starting with “Everything is for me” and “There is a way through the crisis,” even if I don’t yet see it. Watch to uncover all seven resilience mindset approaches and the reasons to embrace them all.
Contact Dr. Karen about how to leverage the resilience mindset approaches for your benefit: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Deke Copenhaver served as Mayor of Augusta, Georgia from 2005 through 2014. As mayor he helped recruit over $1 billion in investment in the local economy and created thousands of jobs by building on the strengths of Augusta’s diverse labor force and bringing in major employers such as Automatic Data Processing, T-Mobile, Starbucks, and Unisys. Among many other awards and honors, Deke has on seven occasions been recognized as one of Georgia Trend Magazine’s “100 Most Influential Georgians”.
As Principal of Copenhaver Consulting, LLC, a niche consulting firm in Augusta, Georgia, Deke serves the needs of businesses, nonprofits, and local governments. He is the author of the Forbes Books Amazon #1 bestseller “The Changemaker: the Art of Building Better Leaders” and he hosts “The Changemaker” podcast.
As a Founding Partner of Starts With Us, a newly established national nonprofit, Deke inspires a movement to foster the daily habits of curiosity, compassion, and courage.
Today he speaks with Dr. Karen about how to use listening, curiosity, positive grass roots leadership, and Christian values to create powerful communities that transcend polarization, blind tribalism, and dehumanization.
Contact Deke at www.deke-copenhaver.com
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Agility is the ability to think, understand, and move quickly and easily in response to a challenge or change. Resilience, on the other hand, is the ability to bounce back or actually forward from a difficulty or setback.
Scan the business, industry, and world environment to identify relevant opportunities. This is the first of seven essential strategies Dr. Karen shares for executive business leaders to enhance agility and resilience in their companies.
Explore your executive agility and resilience with Dr. Karen: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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We often associate handcuffs with unpleasant events such as incarceration or arrest, yet in the workplace, employers offer golden handcuffs that include many positive perks. What are these benefits and how do they facilitate employee retention and loyalty? How does the executive leader who receives the incentives and benefits from their employer make it a win-win for both parties and also avoid the potential traps? In this episode, Dr. Karen covers it all.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com to talk about your executive career options
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Dr. Cedric Williams is the founder and CEO of Legacy Consulting and Research Group. He and his group provide leader development models and services to help individuals, teams, and organizations to thrive. As a licensed clinical and consulting psychologist, Dr. Williams integrates psychology for the benefit of executives and leaders in Fortune 100 companies.
Dr. Williams’ research interests include multicultural humility and competence, occupational thriving, and leadership. His positive and fresh perspective on DEI work with first responders, including the police, mobilizes organizational strengths and mutual learning to co-create the best approaches forward. He has also served on the executive board of the American Psychological Association’s Society of Consulting Psychology as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) chairperson.
In addition, for 22 years as an active duty and reserve United States Army soldier and officer, he served soldiers and their families. In his book “Brick by Brick: Becoming a Clinical and Consulting Psychologist,” Dr. Williams says, “We don’t just stumble upon careers and lives that fulfill us, we build them brick by brick.”
Contact Dr. Cedric Willliams at www.formationpublishing.com; www.legacycrg.com
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Have you ever battled with local wildlife intruders in your home or neighborhood? Dr. Karen has faced these challenges in the past and is dealing with them now.
In this episode she shares her story and extracts eye-opening insights and analogies about traps and “free food.” Dr. Karen says, “free food isn’t really free since there is always a cost, even if hidden.” She also says we can choose to be free rather than trapped by “golden handcuffs,” undesirable personal relationships, or loss of citizen freedoms.
Check out this episode to discover the full story and more executive leadership insights.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Pastor Troy Gramling has led South Florida based Potential Church for over two decades. Through his leadership the Church has experienced remarkable growth and blossomed into a vibrant congregation of over 20,000 members in the United States and Latin America. Pastor Troy has an unwavering commitment to his vision to partner with people to reach their God potential.
Before answering his pastoral calling, Pastor Troy honed his skills as a college basketball player and later as a coach, where he sharpened the values of teamwork, discipline, and dedication, that he now imparts to his congregation.
The author of the book, “Potential: The Uncontainable Power of God Within You,” Pastor Troy is known for his creative, innovative, and unconventional teaching methods that reach people from all backgrounds.
Today, in his conversation with Dr. Karen, Pastor Troy shares examples relevant for executive business leaders on how to move past fear to creativity, how to lead and live with authenticity and vulnerability to best develop others, and how to think at least three generations ahead to create lasting legacy.
Reach Pastor Troy at TroyGramling.com
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People are designed and created to be in community with other people. As social beings we suffer when in isolation, such as during the pandemic or if imprisoned in solitary confinement.
Did you know that your office or place of work is a prime place to create community?
What are the benefits of belonging to and creating community at work? As an executive leader, what can you prioritize and how will community-building benefit your company? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares insights to take people and workplaces to a higher level of engagement and productivity.
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Rick Gang is the CEO and co-founder of Holistic HomeCare Associates based in Riverdale, New York. Fueled by the chaos of trying to hunt down top-notch caregivers in the jungle of traditional home care agencies, Holistic reinvented home care. They make hiring a breeze, the family the boss, and weave ethical and compassionate high quality into every fiber of the process.
As a seasoned home care expert with nearly four decades of experience in home care management, Rick speaks with Dr. Karen about his business growth and learning journey through change, innovation, agility, flexibility, and reinvention. He also shares how he uses technology and outside advisement to bring the best solutions to his clients and exponential growth and profitability to his company.
Listen today to hear how Rick ensures he and his team meet every client with white-glove service, deep understanding of the home care landscape, kindness, and a smile. Use these same executive leadership insights for accelerated success and profitability in your business.
Contact Rick Gang at HolisticHomeCareAssociates.com (646-240-4888)
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The care and feeding of orchids is a delicate business. Too much or too little of a good substance can lead to an untimely demise. Dr. Karen shares six executive business insights from her experiences with orchid care. The first lesson is to seek outside consultation when you are not knowledgeable about a needed area of expertise. View this episode to see the unveiling of the other insights.
For relevant context see The Care and Feeding of Orchids, Part 1 (Episode # 442, 19 September 2023)
Contact Dr. Karen at: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Susan Ireland spent 30 years in business operations leadership roles at The Boeing Company. She was on the original leadership team that built and established a new digital aviation business for Boeing Commercial Airplanes. After Boeing, Susan played a strategic role in a start-up company that developed, manufactured, and installed hydrogen systems on diesel engines.
Now, as co-founder of Seasons Leadership, a professional coaching and services business, she and her business partner, Debbie Collard, leverage and share the lessons they learned from both complex global organizations and small technology start-ups. Their objective is to make leadership excellence the worldwide standard.
Susan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Washington and a Master of Science in Management from Antioch University. She is an alumna of the International Executive Programme at Insead University in France and the Executive Leadership Program at Seattle University.
Today Susan speaks with Dr. Karen about how to use business operations systems to manage your business, career progression for women in male-dominated fields, and how to use your values to take charge of your career.
Reach Susan Ireland at www.seasonsleadership.com
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Does your company conduct a State of the Business Address? In this episode, Dr. Karen provides insights on the reasons to periodically conduct this important company meeting. When you regularly inform your workforce about successes, challenges, and examples of living the company values, you engage the workforce, reinforce the culture, increase retention, and reduce fear, anxiety, and destructive rumors.
Learn how to use The State of the Business Address to transform and inspire your company both for now and the future.
Contact Dr. Karen to plan your next State of the Business Address: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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This week is the 73rd National Day of Prayer. With so many challenges in our country and world, to include the upcoming Presidential election, wars, escalating crime, natural disasters, climate disruptions, and more Dr. Karen reminds us of our great need for prayer. How did The National Day of Prayer begin? For which subjects and issues are we encouraged to pray? Dr. Karen answers these and other questions as she also embraces and blesses us with special words of prayer. Remember to pray for our country and leaders on Thursday, 2 May 2024.
Do you want prayer for your business? Contact Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Dr. Randy Ross is the CEO of Remarkable and a bestselling author of multiple books, including “Remarkable!,” “Roadmap to Remarkable!,” “Relationomics,” “Fireproof Happiness,” and his latest book entitled, “Make Life Good.”
Working with brands like Delta, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, GE Appliances, McDonald’s, Panasonic, Cox Communications, Keller Williams, Compass Group, Chick-fil-A, and the Intercontinental Hotel Group, he has inspired and enabled countless people to find new passion and purpose in their work, to work better together in teams, and have greater influence and impact.
Dr. Ross, a former Chief People Officer says, when people like what they do, they do it better. Today, he speaks with Dr. Karen about how to live a “conspicuously extraordinary” life, how to create a Remarkable corporate culture, the connection between employee experience and customer experience, the role of hope in creating a happy culture and profitable business, the four maxims of value creation, and more. Listen for practical wisdom you can apply in your business today.
Reach Dr. Randy Ross at www.drRandyRoss.com; rr@drRandyRoss.com
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What business and leadership lessons can you learn from navigating the challenges of travel, traffic, and turbulence? In this episode Dr. Karen shares insights from her recent trip to Atlanta. While she unfolds her fascinating traffic and turbulence story, Dr. Karen also extracts lessons corporate executives can leverage to effectively lead through business traffic and turbulence.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com to respond to turbulence in your business
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Neal Frick, the CEO of CyberCore Technologies, a government contractor that specializes in secure IT infrastructure and supply chain management, leads his company with empathy and compassion. Neal’s business results include restructuring and reducing overhead by 2.5 million, tripling headcount and revenue within 2 years, and reducing attrition from 35% to 8% within 12 months.
The author of the book, “The E Suite: Empathetic Leadership for the Next Generation of Executives,” with co-author Tina Kuhn, Neal grounds his approach to leadership in the power of empathy and investment in people, a methodology he learned from his father who is a General Contractor in the Insulating business. With previous corporate and government contracting roles, Neal has seen Empathy leadership produce successful and profitable businesses in other sectors. His father’s leadership instilled a lifelong conviction that investing in people leads to inevitable profits.
Today Neal speaks with Dr. Karen about employee hiring and retention, responsible downsizing, leading millennials and Gen Z, the role of diversity for business success and innovation, and how to protect yourself in a cyber and AI environment.
With insights sharpened in the crucible of personal experience and professional success, Neal is on a mission to build a community of empathetic leaders.
Reach Neal Frick at theesuite.com
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Dr. Karen, the President and CEO of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. celebrates the 29th birthday of her company with a new painting by Cheltenham, UK-based artist, Louis Parsons. They take you behind the scenes to experience the collaborative process to co-create a commissioned art piece through Parsons’ unique SoulScaping approach.
Through his talks, workshops, and art, Parsons unlocks the emerging art movement he terms “The Soul Renaissance and our ability to see the unique symphony of light that resides inside all of us. He brings simplicity and clarity to empower his audience to find greater energy in their lives.
Louis’ art commissions reside all over the world including with celebrities, world-class surfing athletes, and leading-edge philosophers such as Karren Brady, Tom Curren, and Ken Wilber, and now also with TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. For the last nine years, he has been the Guest Artist for The Four Seasons, Kuda Huraa, Maldives, and Four Seasons Serengeti. One of his favorite achievements is having one of his artwork pieces auctioned for charity, raising £120,000.
Louis seeks inspiration from all the color and vibrancy in the waves when he surfs and scuba dives. Join Louis and Dr. Karen as they talk about how a corporate painting can clarify and reinforce corporate values and culture.
Reach Louis at Louis@LouisParsons.com or at https://louisparsonsart.com/
Write to Dr.Karen@transleadership.com to Name the painting and choose your favorite orientation: Vertical or Horizontal.
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Rebekah Simon-Peter is passionate about reconnecting spiritual leaders with their God-given powers to co-create miracles with the divine. Her award-winning group coaching program, “Creating a Culture of Renewal®” has energized church leaders across the country to reclaim their calling and to grow their ministries.
Educated in Theology and Environmental studies and previously serving as an ordained United Methodist Pastor, Rebekah is uniquely prepared for her current consulting role to grow the Green Church.
The author of many books to include “Forging a New Path: Moving the Church Forward in a Post-Pandemic World,” “Dream Like Jesus®,” “The Jew Named Jesus,” and “Green Church,” her newest book, due out later this year is an invitation to a transformational journey from discipleship to apostleship where believers co-create miracles with Jesus.
Listen today as Rebekah speaks with Dr. Karen about how to bring out the best in the people who frustrate you the most, the multi-dimensional meaning of the sustainable green church, how to cultivate a miracle-making mindset, Five surprising elements of Jesus-like dreams, her personal testimony about discovering the Jewish Jesus, her journey and lessons from addiction, how to create a culture of renewal, and more.
Reach Rebekah at rebekahsimonpeter.com
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Judi Sheppard Missett, the Founder and Executive Chair of Jazzercise is youthful, beautiful, and a great fitness and business role model. With two billion in sales and more than 8000 franchises around the world she has created a successful empire focused on making bodies and lives better and facilitating others to build their own businesses.
She says, “It’s important to surround yourself with the best people including those who are more talented than you and to watch for signs and signals in your life about where to go next.”
In this episode, Dr. Karen talks about the remarkable life, achievements, and innovations of this great leader. She also shares Judi Sheppard Missett’s 10 Success lessons, her bonus 3 G’s, and more. Live out your passion, change, evolve, and be ingenious, are some of those lessons.
Watch or listen to this episode to uncover all the leadership strategies.
A special thanks to Sandra Yancey of eWomen Network for interviewing Judi Sheppard Missett at a recent eWomen CEO conference.
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Ame-Lia Tamburrini is the founder and CEO of Hum Consulting based in British Columbia, Canada. She moves organizations and communities beyond diversity, equity, and inclusion into cultures of belonging.
Her clients include non-profits, corporations, those in government and education sectors, and rural, remote, and Indigenous communities. Ame-Lia holds a Master of Science In Epidemiology, a BSc in Kinesiology and she is a certified facilitator of restorative justice, circle dialogue, and trauma-informed practices.
Today she speaks with Dr. Karen about cultures of belonging, self-knowledge and understanding, vulnerability, the value of feminine leadership for all genders, and the lessons she learned from her cancer journey.
Reach Ame-Lia at her website or on LinkedIn or YouTube. E-mail Ame-Lia at Ame-Lia@humconsulting.ca
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According to American Express, Black women start businesses at six times the national average. Black women also hold more advanced degrees than any other group of women. In this episode, Dr. Karen celebrates the life and journey of Janice Bryant Howroyd, a remarkable and inspirational African-American woman who was the first to create and operate a multi-billion-dollar company.
Janice Bryant Howroyd’s parents raised her with the admonition to “Turn challenges into opportunities.” Her lifelong personal motto is “Never compromise who you are personally to become who you wish to be professionally.”
Dr. Karen shares the amazing life and accomplishments of this great innovator, and she summarizes 10 leadership lessons we can all embrace.
Go to actonegroup.com to learn more about Janice Bryant Howroyd’s company
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Dr. Daniel Cruz Lattimore, an independent consultant and millennial leader, provides coaching, consultation, and assessment to executives and their teams in higher education, healthcare, and other organizational settings. His consulting emphasis is effective communication, purposeful diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, organization development, and empathic leadership.
A graduate of the University of Memphis Counseling Psychology Doctoral program, Dr. Lattimore recently completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He also uses his creativity to innovate research with underrepresented populations.
Today, he speaks with Dr. Karen about workplace issues such as Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), ways to connect the generations, and unique challenges for people of color.
Contact Dr. Lattimore at Daniel.c.lattimore@gmail.com or find him on LinkedIn under Daniel Cruz Lattimore
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Bass Reeves, one of the first Black US Deputy Marshalls west of the Mississippi served with distinction from 1875-1907. He was known for his knowledge of the languages and cultures of five indigenous native tribes especially the Cherokee and for his expert handling of weapons. Dr. Karen shares his fascinating, uplifting, and inspiring life as a leader, a learner, a boundary spanner, and a man of great courage and integrity. We can all learn from his pursuit of excellence and community service.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Fathers affect how their sons and daughters show up at work and also how they relate to their own children. Giji Mischel Dennard, the CEO of Well Fed Resources articulates a definition of the Father’s role that builds on the strengths and gifts men already use in their corporate jobs. She expands the definition of “Provider” to include more than financial provision.
Giji debuted as a voice in the fatherlessness movement in 2012 after publishing the first edition of “Hungry for Wholeness: A Call to Pursue Healing & Restoration in Your Father-Child Relationship.” She was also the opening keynote speaker for the inaugural Father-Shift Conference.
In today’s episode she shares her insights about Father-Child relationships from personal experience, her research, and her consulting work with sons and daughters. She invites fathers to conduct a “Benefit Analysis” and to experience the ROI from stepping up to Biblical Fatherhood. Giji speaks with Dr. Karen about the role of fathers in identity development, unconditional acceptance, achievement, honor, and mentoring their children.
Contact Giji Dennard at www.wellfedresources.com
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At times we say or do things that offend other people. How can we walk in love to effectively resolve conflicts with colleagues in our workplaces? One important step towards reconciliation is to talk to the person who you offended or who offended you rather than to talk about them to others. God is the source of our strength and direction so pray to God before you do anything else. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares 7 key principles to overcome conflicts in the workplace. All of these principles require courage, respect, and humility. God’s storehouse is full of everything we need when we choose to trust Him.
Contact Dr. Karen to address workplace conflict: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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As we embark on the new year, Dr. Karen shares her words of gratitude from both a business and personal perspective. She is thankful for her family members, new and old, and for clients who are committed to creating positive, profitable, and powerful workplace cultures and environments. Dr. Karen also shares her business visibility objectives and a template for planning the year.
Listen to this episode to hear Dr. Karen unveil “The Word of the Year” and its Biblical context. This year’s Word is a catalyst word that begins a Trifecta of benefits. The Word is rooted in the foundation of the past words of Vision, Impact, Abundance, and Possibilities. So, what is the Word? Tune in and Discover!
Start your new year in a conversation with Dr. Karen: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Pat D’Amico is the Founder and CEO of About-Face Development. With more than 30 years’ experience in the Fortune 500 medical device and pharmaceutical industries, he has worked for Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, and start-ups. Pat’s roles have included sales, commercial operations, recruiting, marketing, and training. As a sales manager, Pat was a 4-time President’s Club winner. His specialty is designing and launching new departments, even within large established organizations.
Pat’s leadership experience also includes serving as both an enlisted soldier and a commissioned officer of the US Army. He received numerous recognitions for his leadership in both combat and humanitarian operations.
Pat holds an MS in Education (Instructional Design), a BA in World Politics, and is a member of the Entrepreneur Leadership Council. In today’s episode he uses his multiple leadership lenses to speak with Dr. Karen about how to motivate employees, retain the best talent, and deal with ego-driven leaders.
Contact Pat D’Amico at Pat@aboutFaceDev.com; 484-408-0500; www.aboutfacedevelopment.com
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In his powerful sermon, “The Death of Evil Upon the Seashore,” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. shares the story of the exodus of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt as a metaphor for the deliverance of Black Americans from both official slavery and new forms of slavery such as the Jim Crow Laws. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares the words of Dr. King and her insights about the relevance of this 1956 sermon for today’s times. She agrees with Dr. King that:
- Evil is present in the universe
- Good prevails over evil
- God saves us from the Red Seas of life and from those who follow behind us in the Red Seas with intentions to do harm
Listen or watch this episode to consider how you and your organization may best reflect God’s love and light in your workplace.
For a deeper dialogue, contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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When Fred Sievert first spoke with Dr. Karen, they did a two part series about Mr. Sievert’s life as a marketplace ministry executive at New York Life and later in his retirement. God has also called and destined you for great workplace impact in His service. We share this rebroadcast to inspire you at the beginning of this new year to seek God for how He wants to work through you in your workplace and in your retirement.
To reach Fred Sievert: storiesofGodsgrace.com
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Sebastian was three years old when his parents Michael and Naomi first spoke with Dr. Karen about their concerns for the life of their precious son. Sebastian is still fighting the “incurable” cancer Myoepithelial Carcinoma (MEC). We start the year with this episode to thank God for granting Sebastian another year of life. Now four years old he continues to thrive and play with his older brother Santiago. May God bless Sebastian with many more life filled years to come. Thanks to all of you who prayed and who now pray for Sebastian.
Give to find a cure for MEC: CureMEC.org
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Pastor Canisius Gacura is the senior Pastor of Nyabugingo Worship Center in Kigali, Rwanda. When he first joined Dr. Karen on The Voice of Leadership, he had just published his book, “Discover Your Destiny: And Become a Destiny Helper.” He and his church have been wonderful Destiny Helpers to provide hope and healing to those recovering from the Rwandan genocide, people with disabilities, and the poor.
Since the time of his last visit, the church opened a new worship center which also houses a prayer center, Bible school, center for people with disabilities, and empowerment center for women. They are in the last necessary building phase to secure a government permit to officially open. The final phase requires $30,000 and they have a $15,000 matching grant to finish the work.
Given the current turmoil in the world with multiple wars, weather disasters, and increased violence we thought this would be a great occasion to re-broadcast this encouraging message from Pastor Gacura.
Be a Destiny Helper and give to complete the Nyabugingo Worship Center: https://give.y360.org/give/canisius Specify Rwanda
Click here to learn more about the Rwanda ministry: http://bit.ly/unlimitedrwanda
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In preparation for Christmas many churches light the Advent candles of hope, peace, joy, and love. Dr. Karen shares a special holiday message of hope and encouragement that is still relevant for our times. She reminds us, that no matter the turmoil or darkness on the earth, God is still with us and through belief in Jesus Christ, the Messiah and an ongoing relationship with Him, we have His peace that passes all understanding.
We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
In the spirit of love for our neighbors, remember to give to the following causes:
Provide social services to the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces: https://bit.ly/friendsidf
Join Pastor Canisius Gacura to complete the Nyabugingo Worship Center in Rwanda: https://give.y360.org/give/canisius Specify Rwanda
Click here to learn more about the Rwanda ministry: http://bit.ly/unlimitedrwanda
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Gary Harpst is the CEO of LeadFirst where he develops powerful business and faith intersections for Christian executives in fast growing entrepreneurial companies. Now in his fifth decade as a CEO, Gary brings wisdom and experience to create organizational agility, and whole business, whole person health strategies for kingdom impact businesses.
An entrepreneur himself, Gary founded three successful businesses, one of which merged and was sold to Microsoft. He has authored three impactful books, the latest of which is, “Built to Beat Chaos.” Gary makes the Biblical case that we are all created to overcome chaos. He says, “Chaos is not our problem, but our purpose.”
In today’s episode Gary speaks with Dr. Karen about how to successfully lead a business by Christian principles, purpose, and values. He shares numerous examples of the benefit to people even when the people have different beliefs.
Contact Gary Harpst at leadfirst.ai
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This is the season to exercise our leadership in giving to others. God loves a cheerful giver. Since we have freely received from God, we can freely give of our time, talent, and treasure to benefit our near and far neighbors. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares an update on Sebastian and his fight against MEC and she celebrates non-profit ministry partners. Dr. Karen also shares some insights on the spirit of giving.
This year, lead the way to generosity in your company and community.
Consider Making Charitable Gifts To:
CureMEC.org
BibleLeague.org
VictoriousFamily.org
ClarenceShuler.com
swkids.foundation
SolidRockcdc.com
Everyhome.org
Navigators.org
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When Jacob’s son Joseph dreamed of the sun, moon, and stars bowing down to him he could not have imagined God’s path to the fulfillment of that prophetic dream. Likewise, God gave a vision to top 30 Billboard recording artist and gospel jazz saxophonist Ron McMillon. In Ron’s vision, he saw himself with a saxophone in one hand and a Bible in the other. Even in fiery trials and darkness when the vision seemed far away, God was still on the throne preserving Ron’s life and working all things out for his good.
Have you ever wondered if your mistakes are too great for God to manifest His gifts and calling in your life or to redeem you? Join Dr. Karen today as Ron McMillon shares words of hope, healing, and recovery in his testimony. God is brighter than the darkness and bigger than any problem. He will get the glory and honor from our lives even when we take wrong turns.
Contact Ron at RonMcMillon.com for music/speaking ministry engagements
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Although it has been a difficult year in many respects, there is still a lot for which to be thankful. Let’s be thankful for family, friends, food, shelter, clothing, our lives, and the measure of health we enjoy. As a marketplace ministry leader what else can you do to support your organization, team members, local community, and worldwide community? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares her additional words of gratitude and encouragement.
Have a Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving!
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Ron McMillon is a gospel smooth jazz saxophonist and recording artist. Charting on the Top 30 Billboard in the music industry, his music is played on the Music Choice TV Channel and on radio worldwide, including Sirius XM Radio where he is known as Mr. Jazz Watercolors. He has also had the privilege to play alongside very high profile artists in the Gospel/Smooth Jazz genre.
A Colorado native who studied music at the collegiate level, Ron’s sincere passion for music ministry and his love for God are the foundation for ALL of his successes in the music industry. Listen today to hear five of his songs and to apply his words of wisdom from God about the role of patience, diligence, and hard work as you “Press Toward the Mark” of God’s high calling.
Purchase CDs and book Ron for music ministry events at RonMcMillon.com
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In our diverse world and workplaces, we have the opportunity to listen to the perspectives and beliefs of others from different backgrounds and experiences. Dr. Karen contends that when done respectfully, such listening increases appreciation for one another and the ability to live together in peace.
Having just returned from the 2nd annual fundraising gala of Solid Rock Community Development Corporation, Dr. Karen also shares her takeaways from this event featuring the Southeast Colorado Springs community transformation work of Pastors Ben and Wanda Anderson.
Congratulations to the first Black mayor of Colorado Springs, the Honorable Mayor Yemi Mobolade, a Nigerian-American and to Dr. Wendy Birhanzel of Harrison School District 2, the Colorado School Superintendent of the year. Keynote speaker, Khadija Katherine Haynes, President and CEO of K-Solutions LLC in Denver delivered an amazing message about how to see opportunity.
Make a charitable contribution to the Solid Rock Community Development Corporation: solidrockcdc.com
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Satan seeks to kill, steal, and destroy God’s people. How does Satan disguise himself and what does that have to do with Halloween? What about those who knowingly and unknowingly engage in satanic practices throughout the year? What are the implications for corporate executives who are the light of Christ in their workplaces? In this episode, Dr. Karen sheds light on this important life and death topic of how Satan causes darkness to masquerade as light.
Contact Dr. Karen to shed more light in your workplace: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech companies, including Google and Meta. A proven leader and entrepreneur, she now advises and coaches executives and founders on how to improve their leadership.
Loree is the author of a new book, “Soar Into Joy: A Combat Pilot’s Wisdom on Living a Fulfilling Life” and star of the sold out and award winning one woman Off Broadway show “I Feel the Need.” Listen today as Loree speaks with Dr. Karen about how to soar joyfully into new professional and personal pursuits.
Reach Loree at loreedraude.com
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What does a 1950s R&B doo wop group have in common with executive business leadership? How does friendship, collaboration, and adaptability contribute to the longevity and success of an organization? What specific qualities are essential to the growth and success of your business?
In today’s episode Dr. Karen shares how the R&B group The Dells achieved over 50 years of success through commitment to their craft, resilience, versatility, teamwork, and creativity. She also explains how commitment and well-timed partnerships contribute to the overall success of your organization.
Contact Dr. Karen to create innovative “leadership music” for your company: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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How do current global conditions influence and reshape the strategies that companies employ to manage their supply chain networks? How does disruption in the supply chain impact the movement of goods and services? When do businesses adjust processes to keep pace with global shifts? Guest Patrick Daly shares his observations on how instability, inflation, and the emergence of new economic competitors impact globalization. He also shares how to mitigate risk by understanding the complexity and dependencies within sourcing tiers.
Patrick Daly, a global supply chain expert, is the Managing Director of Alba Consulting based in Dublin, Ireland. He works with top Fortune 500 companies in manufacturing, distribution, and logistics services in Europe, Asia, the Americas, and beyond. Due to his innovative interventions his clients achieve dramatic improvements in their supply chain capabilities and performance excellence.
Patrick is the author of the book “International Supply Chain Relationships: Creating Competitive Advantage in a Globalized Economy,” host of the globally focused Interlinks podcast and the weekly short video series, “The Week That’s in It,” and author of “The Strategic Context” newsletter on Linked-In.
Listen today as Patrick and Dr. Karen share valuable insights on the shifting global business landscape.
Reach Patrick Daly at www.albalogistics.com
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If people could see the impact that alcohol has on them and how they look and behave while under the influence, would they choose to drink to excess? In today’s episode, Dr. Karen reveals the advantages of leading with wisdom and sobriety. She intricately weaves together her parents’ practices, Biblical counsel, and insights she gained during her college years as a late-night desk receptionist.
Her stories detail the reasons for her personal commitment to sobriety and illustrate the importance of clarity of thought, sound judgement, and wise decision making for executive leaders. As a marketplace ministry leader, how can you best lead your company with God’s wisdom and soberness of mind?
Collaborate with Dr. Karen to access the mind of Christ for your Company: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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In today’s special episode, Dr. Karen shares invaluable business insights from her remarkable 50-years in the tax paying workforce. As a guest on her own show, she highlights what she learned in early jobs about foundational qualities such as responsibility, punctuality, reliability, and keen observation. She also underscores what she later learned about the broader executive leadership concepts of vision, the importance of your network, openness to learning, agility, and flexibility. Listen to her examples and stories to see how the same principles can enrich and transform your executive leadership journey.
Contact Dr. Karen to grow and transform your organization: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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On today’s episode, Dr. Karen shares business leadership parallels, insights and strategies she observed while caring for her orchid. Did you know that complex and delicate care is necessary to maintain healthy and vibrant orchids? For them to bloom AND thrive, proper cultivation is crucial. Identify what you can do as a corporate executive to cultivate, grow, develop, and sustain a healthy organization.
Contact Dr. Karen to grow your company: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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What is the value of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT for business and personal life? How do you use it safely and avoid pitfalls? Guest Chad Barr demonstrates how to apply human intelligence to maximize the benefits and minimize the downsides of Chat GPT. He also addresses how to save time and get better …
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Did you know that wherever God sends you to work, there is a greater purpose than what you can now see? He gives you gifts and talents to enable you to participate in what He is doing in the present and for eternity. Even when the work is difficult or undesirable, God has a purpose. …
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Should you create a culture that has a high tolerance for failure? What are the reasons to embrace failure? How do you best respond in a failure situation? In this episode, Dr. Karen presents research from Dr. Amy Edmondson’s book, “The Right Kind of Wrong: Learning to Fail Well.” Dr. Karen answers the proposed questions …
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Brian Smith, The Founder of UGG Boots has charted his own course to become one of the great entrepreneurial success stories of our time. As a native Australian, his vision in 1978 was to put a pair of UGG sheepskin boots on every American. In each of the past five years, sales of UGG products …
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Did you know that “troublemakers” bring an essential decision-making ingredient to their companies? And what does that assertion have to do with blue fish and red fish? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares research based perspectives from psychologist colleague Dr. Charlan Nemeth as well as her own insights and experiences about the pitfalls of consensus …
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Peter H. Christian served as an executive for Crayola Corporation. After 17 years with Crayola, he then became a founding partner of espi, Enterprise Systems Partners, Inc. The author of two Amazon best-selling books, “What About the Vermin Problem?” and “Influences and Influencers” Pete has worked with more than 300 clients to realize millions of …
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To learn how to operate as an executive, leaders need to be around, interact with, and build relationships with executives. “Executives in Development” also need opportunities to make strategic decisions, to “test drive” the executive role, and to get feedback on their strategic thoughts and ideas. Dr. Karen outlines 7 critical actions to successfully groom …
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Songwriter, recording artist, and author Dennis Welch is a master storyteller. With over 500 songs, two books, and many concerts, Dennis creates a place to find yourself and love. Today, Wurld records released his newest recording project, “If I Live to Be a Hundred.” His previous collection, “What Love Makes Us Do” also produced by …
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After 47 years, the Denver Nuggets have finally won their first NBA championship! How did they do it? Teamwork makes the dream work. In this episode, Dr. Karen reveals 7 strategies to create a winning team, the top 3 qualities of high performance teams, and how being a decent person off the court or outside …
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Steve McKee is the co-founder of McKee Wallwork, a nationally recognized marketing advisory firm. McKee Wallwork specializes in turnarounds of Stalled, Stuck, and Stale companies. In today’s show Steve unveils the four factors that lead to business failure and the essential ingredients to effectively navigate business turns. Steve is the author of the groundbreaking book …
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What are the lessons we can learn from the disasters of the Titanic and the recent OceanGate Titan submersible? How can an “unsinkable” vessel sink and what contributes to horrific human mistakes? In this episode, Dr. Karen dissects the errors in thinking and action that led to disaster for both vessels. After her detailed analysis, …
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Donna Johnson, one of the most successful and highly respected sales professionals in her Direct Marketing Business is also the recipient of her company’s Lifetime Achievement Award. What is the secret of her success? In her book, “My Mentor Walks on Water,” Donna talks about the courage and power to step out of the boat …
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As an executive leader, how can you make a difference for the men and women in your corporation? In this special Father’s Day episode, Dr. Karen shares 7 powerful insights about ways to model, inspire, and develop your people to better lead your organization. Find out what you can learn from God, the Father, our …
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Howard Behar, Founding International President and former Board member of Starbucks says the Starbucks “secret sauce” of success is people first at every level of the organization. Howard adds, “You grow the people, they grow the organization, and the organization grows the business.” Howard’s leadership took Starbucks from 28 stores to more than 15,000 on …
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What kinds of conversations do you have with your executive team to promote an enterprise-wide perspective? Dr. Karen identifies five essential dialogues to transcend silos and engage the power of constructive executive team collaboration. Two of those dialogues include the cultivation of shared learning and the exploration of new possibilities. Contact Dr. Karen to develop …
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Automation, technology, and AI (artificial intelligence) provide numerous benefits to reduce labor intensity, increase decision-making options, and expand learning skills. The question is what can people do to best gain from these technologies? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares her insights on the voice and role of the CEO to ask the right questions and …
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Bible League President and CEO Jos Snoep leads the ministry by cultivating, “one relationship at a time.” Today on The Voice of Leadership, he speaks with Dr. Karen about how The Bible League, a non-profit Christian ministry, engages people in the word of God and equips the local Church.
The Bible League creates global unity in diversity through partnerships with local communities. Jos also describes the importance of a culture of prayer, the meaning of the word “league,” and how God uses these and other concepts to grow local leader missions at the grassroots level. Executive leaders can apply the same principles of prayer, listening, relationship, and partnership for success in leading their corporate businesses.
Learn more about the Bible League at www.bibleleague.org
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Just as God revealed to the King of Israel what the King of Syria said in his bedchamber, God also reveals what’s going on in our workplaces. He tells us what we cannot know through human means. He reveals who is for us, who is against us, and His plan for how to respond. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares the reasons business leaders must pray to God without ceasing. Prayer is the vehicle God uses for relationship, revelation, instruction, participation, and victory/success in life including the workplace.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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When Kirby Velarde started “Playing for God,” it catalyzed a process that included playing gospel music for Heritage Christian Center in Denver, Colorado, a congregation that has had up to 10,000 members, and playing for legendary gospel music great Kurt Carr.
Accomplished musician Kirby Velarde was born into a musical family. He elevated his artistic pedigree to new heights when he followed God’s call on his life. On today’s episode of The Voice of Leadership, Kirby plays his music and tells Dr. Karen about the expansion of his musical journey to include gospel music.
Kirby describes how he connects to God through music, and how corporate executives can also access God’s favor, embrace their unique talent, and leverage inspiration and preparation to serve at the highest levels.
Reach Kirby Velarde at kirby.velarde@yahoo.com
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Is it time to get back to basics? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares five business fundamentals to practice at any time and especially in times of uncertainty, change, and volatility. These timeless strategies also uncover hidden opportunities to serve your customers and clients with more distinctive service that adds value to their businesses and gives your company a creative advantage.
Elevate your executive impact, contact Dr. Karen: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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What do you do when you, the CEO, are the one who is depressed? What are the dangers of admitting you are depressed? How do you get help? Dr. Clarence Shuler, President and CEO of Building Lasting Relationships is also an award winning speaker and the author of 10 books. Today he shares his personal journey with depression. In this transparent and vulnerable conversation Dr. Shuler talks about his struggles with self-worth and validation and how God met and healed him in the dark place.
His latest book written with his counselor and co-author, Dr. Monique S. Gadson, is “Finding Hope in a Dark Place: Facing Loneliness, Depression, and Anxiety with the Power of Grace.” Join Dr. Karen as she and Dr. Shuler explore the depths of depression and how to get out.
Contact Dr. Shuler at ClarenceShuler.com
Get his latest book, “Finding Hope in a Dark Place: Facing Loneliness, Depression, and Anxiety with the Power of Grace.”
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Do you realize that the treasure we carry is the Holy Spirit, the good news, and the glory of God? This treasure comes from God Himself and He has poured it into us for our benefit and the benefit of those around us. What are earthen vessels and where and how do they work? In this episode, Dr. Karen reveals her answers and insights.
Share how God is using you to heal others: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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No matter the dark night of your soul whether in illness, the death of a loved one, a wayward child, disappointments at work, or something else, God is there with you, and He turns everything for you. How can God convert the disastrous into something good? Dr. Karen shares personal stories of the profound ways God has shown His love and Presence at tough times in her life. See how viewing the prism through spiritual eyes can change your perspective and help you to overcome some of your toughest moments.
Share how God has met you in the tough times: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Award winning UK based artist Louis Parsons unlocks our ability to see the unique symphony of light that resides inside each of us. Louis creates paintings that capture the personality of the person and/or the soul of the business. His SoulScape process invites the recipient to ignite the spark within. Together artist and recipient connect and step into the unknown together to create that which is beyond them both.
Louis Parsons’ inspired works reside worldwide with celebrities, world class athletes, leading edge philosophers, select Four Seasons Hotels, and corporate business offices. Join Dr. Karen for a journey of the soul as she and Louis explore specific art pieces and describe the role of creativity in life and leadership.
Contact Louis at LouisParsons.com
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How can you shine the light of God in your workplace? This week, as we celebrate both the Passover and Easter holidays, Dr. Karen has a special spiritual and workplace message. She concludes with several profound questions for you to ponder.
Contact Dr. Karen to better pursue your purpose and calling at work: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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In this episode, Dr. Karen shares 10 business strategies she has learned in 28 successful years of leading TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. Two of those strategies are: Apply your subject matter expertise to the core business of your customers or your corporation and leverage your unique marketplace value for client success. Celebrate with Dr. Karen as you apply these and the other lessons to benefit your corporate or entrepreneurial business.
Contact Dr. Karen to elevate and accelerate your business success: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Social Entrepreneur Benedicte Early and her husband, Gene, have been a spiritual power couple since God brought them together more than 40 years ago.
As the first saleswoman for Jockey men’s wear in Scandinavia, Benedicte subsequently led elsewhere in significant sales, marketing, and leadership development roles. She also served on the Women’s Aglow Ministry Board and as a missionary for Youth With a Mission (YWAM). Gene co-founded Genomic Health and served as Vice Chancellor of Operations at the University of the Nations in Kona, HI. He recently spoke with Dr. Karen in Episode # 412.
On today’s episode, they speak with Dr. Karen about building their marriage, businesses, and ministries around trust, healing, and their complementary gifts.
Reach Benedicte Early at benedicte.early@mac.com and Gene Early at gene.early@gmail.com
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How do women break the glass ceiling today? Dr. Karen shares the insights she gained from attending the Duke Corporate Education sponsored conference, “Lead with Her: Empowered Voices.” Dame Inge Beale, the first female CEO of Lloyd’s of London, and the Honorable Julia Gillard, Australia’s first female Prime Minister were two of the distinguished guests and speakers. Dr. Karen identifies several important success strategies: Confront fear, take risks, and cultivate allies, including men. Tune in to hear the rest.
Contact Dr. Karen to explore how to elevate the leadership of women in your
organization: https://transleadership.com/services/consultation-request/
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Women in executive leadership roles face a unique set of challenges. From her recent work to prepare women for executive positions, Dr. Karen identifies ten crucial success strategies. Two of those strategies are to identify and appreciate their own strengths and talents and to develop key relationships with strategic stakeholders. When you practice all ten, the sky is the limit.
Contact Dr. Karen to explore how to elevate the leadership of women in your
organization: https://transleadership.com/services/consultation-request/
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Company culture is a fundamental part of every organization and has the power to determine long-term viability. Today’s guest, Gene Early, is an accomplished entrepreneur who co-founded Genomic Health, a Silicon Valley molecular diagnostic company and trailblazer in personalized medicine. Gene was also the first to bring the globally recognized Neuro-Linguistic Programming process to Europe. He has a PhD in leadership and organizational development and works as a strategic advisor to global leaders.
Today on The Voice of Leadership, Gene shares his insights on the importance of innovation, system transformation, and personalized solutions to meet the rapid rate of change and enhance constituency loyalty. He also speaks with Dr. Karen about his faith journey and a special life-changing encounter with God.
Reach Gene Early at gene.early@gmail.com. Find his books and articles on Amazon and LinkedIn
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Have you ever wondered how Dr. Karen developed her gifts of conversation, desire to meet new and interesting people, commitment to be a lifelong learner, and drive to maintain a high level of excellence? In this episode Dr. Karen reflects on some of the women that profoundly influenced her life.
Contact Dr. Karen to explore how to elevate the leadership of women in your organization: https://transleadership.com/services/consultation-request/
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What God-sized dilemmas are you facing today? What distress and affliction has you anxious or afraid for your life or livelihood? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares three types of celebrations and spends special time on the one celebration that requires the most faith and trust in God. When you practice this kind of praise and celebration, you get to see what the Lord can do in “impossible” situations.
To accelerate and elevate your leadership impact, request a consultation with Dr. Karen: https://transleadership.com/services/consultation-request/
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If you are a thought leader and influencer in the family, church, marketplace, educational sphere, and beyond, then join CEO Terence Chatmon and Victorious Family for a celebration and gala on 19 April 2023 at the World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta, GA. Victorious Family is committed to family transformation through family discipleship. They have already trained 100,000 parents and 36,000 pastors in 39 countries. Special gala guests include Steve Green, Hobby Lobby CEO, Bob Lepine, Christian show host, The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, and more. Join the movement and engage in powerful conversations that shape the future.
Reserve your seat at the table: VictoriousFamily.org/TakeTheNextStep
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Dr. Monica Corbitt Rivers, a consulting psychologist, coaches executive leaders and organizations to align their actions with their values. In addition to consulting, she has held corporate executive roles in health care, served as an academic, and as a non-profit leader. Dr Rivers holds a B.A. in psychology from Spelman College and a PhD in clinical psychology from Vanderbilt University. Her work has spanned multiple industries to include healthcare, technology, clergy leadership, entertainment, and more.
Today on the Voice of Leadership, she speaks with Dr. Karen about her “ecological” perspective on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how digital education creates role and income mobility for all, and especially historically underserved populations.
Connect with Dr. Monica Corbitt Rivers on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/corbittriversandcompany/
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What is the meaning behind the James Weldon Johnson and J. Rosamond Johnson song, “Lift Every Voice and Sing?” Also known as the Black national anthem, what is its special place in history? Dr. Karen shares her perspective and interpretation of the three verses and concludes with seven inspirations to remember for our time.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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What lessons can we learn from the remarkable life achievements of the first Black man millionaire who was born in the early 1800s? Listen to this episode as Dr. Karen shares the fascinating story of William Alexander Leidesdorff and highlights the applications to our current times.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Robert and Kay Lee Fukui both experienced the hardships of growing up in households with parents who prioritized work over family. After years of success in the business world of banking, family business, and major corporations like Coca-Cola, Novartis Pharmaceutical, and Bristol-Myers Squibb, this power couple translated their difficult family experiences into their consulting business, i61, inc. Their mission is to leverage their combined business acumen and relationship tools to empower family businesses to grow flourishing family lives in “tandem” with their profits. On today’s episode, they share their approach for facilitating married entrepreneurs to get off the “hamster wheel” and cultivate rich personal and professional lives.
Their new book, “Tandem: The Married Entrepreneur’s Guide for Greater Work- Life Balance,” offers resources to equip business leaders to resolve both business and marital conflict, increase margins instead of volume, and to gain precious time for the things they love most.
Learn more about the book at https://www.thetandembook.com/
Reach Robert and Kay Lee Fukui at www.powercouplesbydesign.com
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We must face and tell the truth about our history lest history repeat itself and evil flourish. In this episode, Dr. Karen talks about the atrocities that took place in the Greenwood District of Tulsa, Oklahoma. In 1921 White racists destroyed “Black Wall Street” in an unprovoked White led Race riot and massacre. Not until the 1990s did full details of this hidden story emerge. What was the cost of this intentional suppression of history and what are the implications for our world today?
Reach Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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In this episode, Dr. Karen takes us back to Tulsa, Oklahoma, and to the oil boom of 1901. She talks about the successes of Black people who moved to the area and pooled their resources to create Greenwood, a powerful community that came to be known as the “Black Wall Street.” Dr. Karen concludes her analysis with five key observations about how the Black residents created their prosperous lives even with restrictions and limitations.
Reach Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Dr. Karen says that through prayer, we understand God’s desires and plans, his heart for us, and what he wants us to do on earth. She adds that we can be in communication with God 24/7. In this special episode she also prays a special prayer for you, the marketplace ministry leader.
Let Dr. Karen know how she can pray for you: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Learning to create and live as a community is difficult when there is a history of oppression and disenfranchisement. Today Dr. Karen speaks with returning guest Jeff Rasley about the responsibility of the United States to Native American Nations. Listen to discover why community development may be more powerful than reparations and how local community ownership is important to success. Jeff is the author of many books including, “America’s Existential Crisis: Our Inherited Obligation to Native Nations.” His blueprint for working with the Basa people of the Himalayas also has implications for partnership with US Native Nations, other under-resourced communities, and the decisions of corporate leaders.
Reach Jeff at Jeffreyrasley.com
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In this part 2 episode about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1967 speech to the SCLC, Dr. Karen talks about the power of unity in diversity. She also poses seven questions for companies who are starting or extending corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Reach Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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In his 1967 speech for the 10th anniversary of the SCLC, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said that it is the combination of love and power that creates true equality of economic opportunity. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares four success principles, a warning, and five powerful questions for Corporate business leaders.
Reach Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Why do people follow dictators? What are the implications for business leaders? Guest Jeff Rasley, the author of fourteen books including “The 72 Wisdoms,” shares his insights and perspectives on how to use wisdom to interrupt the patterns of fascist leaders. Jeff is the President of Basa Village Foundation, Secretary of Scientech Foundation, board member of the Indianapolis Peace and Justice Center, Co-Founder of the Jeff and Alicia Rasley Internship program for the ACLU of Indiana, and a graduate of the Indiana University School of Law and the Christian Theological Seminary. Dr. Karen speaks with Jeff Rasley about the importance of critical thinking and love in preventing and overcoming fascism.
Reach Jeff Rasley and get his book, “72 Wisdoms” at www.jeffreyrasley.com
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Dr. Karen reminds us of seven aspects of who we are in Christ, including that God made us in His image. Marvelous are His works and design in us! What does God’s design and purpose mean for us at work? In this episode Dr. Karen reveals specific work applications, including a few controversial ones, for us to consider.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; 719-534-0949, ext.1 to explore how she can inspire you to use your spiritual gifts as an executive leader.
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The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on the prior year and make plans for the upcoming year. In this episode Dr. Karen takes us through some of the highlights of her business and personal life as she reflects on gratitude for her accomplishments and challenges. She then shares her plans for 2023 including the word for the year, “Possibilities,” and its unique and powerful meaning. She concludes with a Success Action Plan that you too can use in your business.
Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com; 719-534-0949, ext.1 to explore how she can accelerate and elevate your executive success.
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Rob Brown, based in Nottingham, UK, the home of Robin Hood, is the author of the bestselling book, “Build Your Reputation”, host of the world’s only daily Fintech and accounting podcast, and leader of the Accounting Influencers Roundtable. Rob speaks with Dr. Karen about the importance of being distinctive and memorable in business branding and addresses how he came back from a major health crisis. He also shares what difference his faith made in his recovery.
Reach Rob Brown on LinkedIn: http://uk.linkedin.com/in/therobbrown
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What does it mean to have eyes to see, feet to follow, and a heart to worship God? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares these answers and more. Merry Christmas!
To participate in our Christmas drawing for a free copy of Terence Chatmon’s book, “Do Your Children Believe?” send an email to Admin@transleadership.com and write, “I Want Terence’s Book” in the subject line. The drawing of three winning names will occur on Friday, 23 December 2022 at 5 ET.
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Terence Chatmon is the President and CEO of Victorious Family, a family discipleship ministry that equips and empowers Family Champions, on five continents, to develop mature and thriving followers of Christ. Author of the five star best-selling book, “Do Your Children Believe?,” Terence offers a proven step by step process to create a personalized family discipleship plan that works for families, including those with grown children. His prior executive positions include significant roles at Coca Cola, Johnson and Johnson, Citibank, The John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, and Equip Leadership. Today he speaks with Dr. Karen about what parents can do to cultivate, in their children, the kind of life-giving love relationship with God that leads to lasting faith.
Go to VictoriousFamily.org to access discipleship resources
Send an email to Admin@transleadership.com and in the subject line write “I want Terence’s book.” The drawing for the free books will take place on 23 Dec 22 at 5 pm ET.
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Terence Chatmon is the President and CEO of Victorious Family, a family discipleship ministry that equips and empowers Family Champions, on five continents, to develop mature and thriving followers of Christ. Author of the five star best-selling book, “Do Your Children Believe?”, Terence offers a proven step by step process to create a personalized family discipleship plan that works for families, including those with grown children. His prior executive positions include significant roles at Coca Cola, Johnson and Johnson, Citibank, The John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, and Equip Leadership. Today he speaks with Dr. Karen about what parents can do to cultivate, in their children, the kind of life-giving love relationship with God that leads to lasting faith.
Go to VictoriousFamily.org to access discipleship resources
Get Terence Chatmon’s book at DoYourChildrenBelieve.com
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What is the connection between generosity and trust in God? In this episode, Dr. Karen reveals how our generosity to others connects with how we recognize God as our Source for everything. Whether our giving is spontaneous or planned, God is the One who first gives to us so we can give to others. When we give sacrificially, we demonstrate our trust in God, the One who provides for us and for those He blesses through us.
Donate to:
Find treatments and a cure for Myoepithelial Carcinoma: CureMEC.org
Build the Worship Center in Rwanda: https://give.y360.org/give/canisius
Provide Bibles to Global Believers in their own language: www.bibleleague.org
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In this episode, Dr. Karen explores and explains the benefits of generosity. When we are generous, we align with God’s purpose to bless others through us. We become a vessel of blessing as the value from God passes through us to other people. The recipients of God’s generosity then praise and glorify God when we give.
Donate to:
Find treatments and a cure for Myoepithelial Carcinoma: CureMEC.org
Build the Worship Center in Rwanda: https://give.y360.org/give/canisius
Provide Bibles to Global Believers in their own language: www.bibleleague.org
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Did you know that only 4% of all cancer research funds are dedicated to Children’s cancer? When parents Michael Casaus and Naomi Natale learned their then two year old son Sebastián had a rare, aggressive, and incurable Stage IV cancer they used their collective skills to create partnerships and a non-profit organization to raise funds to find treatments and a cure. They also created a community art project, “Sebastián’s Song” that has curated healing songs from around the world. Michael is The Wilderness Society’s New Mexico state director, environmental advocate, long-term non-profit leader, and W.K. Kellogg Foundation Fellow. Naomi is an award winning community artist activist and Fellow of multiple organizations including TED Global. Join Dr. Karen to hear their family and community story of love, pain, grief, and gratitude.
Donate to CureMEC.org
Add your song to “Sebastián’s Song” at CureMEC.org
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Todd Isberner and Wendie Pett knew they were soul mates from the beginning, yet it would take more than five years for their families to get on board. Both used their experiences from previous marriages as learning and growth opportunities. Committed to a godly courtship, they trusted God to work out the details. Today, Todd …
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God gives us spiritual gifts and physical blessings with the intention that we will use those gifts and His abundance to serve and benefit others. In this episode, Dr. Karen offers ideas about how to pass Thanksgiving forward. Listen and identify how God blesses us to be a blessing. Request a consultation with Dr. Karen …
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How can we be thankful regardless of our circumstances? Dr. Karen shares 10 important God-given gifts for which we can be thankful no matter the circumstances of our lives. The first three are life itself, God making us in His image, and having divine purpose and meaning. Listen to this episode to explore and consider all ten reasons …
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Todd Isberner was founder and president of ShareMedia Services. He became the leading national and international expert in Christian Broadcast Fundraising. The author of the book, “What Every Man Needs to Know,” Todd mentors men on the Four F’s of Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finances. Today Dr. Karen speaks with Todd about his life, business, …
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The Bible instructs the people of God to pray for government leaders. Government leaders are responsible for creating and enforcing laws that impact life and the workplace. How should we pray for our leaders? In this episode Dr. Karen shares several prayer ideas. Remember to pray first and then vote
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Many don’t realize that Christians are the most persecuted religious group worldwide. In this episode, Dr. Karen takes us through a brief overview of the history of Christian persecution, the modern day manifestations, and the work charities do to address the issues. Christians in other countries already experience workplace discrimination and seizure of their businesses. What can you …
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Barry Shore, The Ambassador of Joy is a multi-patent serial entrepreneur, mental wellness activist, philanthropist, speaker, author, podcaster, and former quadriplegic who is now swimming around the world! Join Dr. Karen today to hear Barry’s secrets to living a joy-filled life with vision, purpose, and rejuvenating energy no matter the circumstances. Find out what Barry …
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Even in uncertain circumstances, when you assume positive intent, you have the advantage. In this episode Dr. Karen explains the corporate and personal benefits of assuming positive intent, including maintaining your full range of vision. Watch and listen to the full episode to hear the other benefits.
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As an executive leader you want to build and grow leadership and decision-making capability in your organization. In contrast, your people may want you to routinely solve their issues. What can you do when people attempt to transfer their monkeys to you? In this episode Dr. Karen outlines six practices to keep the monkey on the right plate.
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Rafael and Nikita Ortiz built a 30+ year marriage on the foundation of faith and friendship. Each of them prioritized the family and were deeply committed to one another. That’s why Rafael was shocked when Nikita refused to join him for what he believed was his dream job and opportunity of a lifetime at the …
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Did you know that your “Why” and “Values” are what attract your ideal clients to you? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares pragmatic “Client Attraction” insights and practical strategies you can implement to best serve your customers. To illustrate the concepts, Dr. Karen offers examples from her company, TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. ®
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Do you and your teams practice the 3 Ps – Positive Possibility Perspective? In this episode Dr. Karen shares the 7 attitudes and mindsets of successful people. You will also discover what the 3Ds mean and why the fastest path to your desired destination occurs when you Seek to Serve. Get the Positive Leadership THINK …
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Pastor Canisius Gacura is the senior pastor of Nyabugingo Worship Center in Rwanda, Africa, and the author of two books, “Unlimited: Conquering on My Knees” and “Discover Your Destiny: And Become a Destiny Helper. “Pastor Gacura grew up in war torn Uganda and had many hardships to include nearly dying from a poisonous snake bite, …
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In this episode Dr. Karen builds on her previous 35th Anniversary episode and shares additional insights and strategies for creating a successful marriage and Living Leadership Legacy. She says, if you have the eyes to see and take the time to look, there is always something praiseworthy on which to meditate.
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What is the formula for a great and successful marriage? As Dr. Karen celebrates her 35th wedding anniversary, she interviews her husband and shares both of their insights. The profound impact of each of their fathers, as spiritual leaders of their homes, is one of 10 heartfelt reflections they share. In this episode Dr. Karen gives us a …
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Kerry Anna Stallings started her dream job at a public relations advertising firm in New York City working with food and beverage and technology clients. During the pandemic, and while working from home in Atlanta, she got the nudge to start Tower Treats, a company specializing in half pound peanut butter chocolate chip cookies as …
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The secret to Elijah’s success was obedience. Like Elijah, choose to stand in the place of stillness. Hear and follow God’s voice of guidance and direction. He still provides supernatural strength and provision for those who trust and obey Him. What is God calling you to do as a marketplace ministry leader? Listen to this episode as Dr. …
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Under conditions of exhaustion, we lose perspective. Fear and hopelessness increase, and we often adopt a narrow and false understanding of reality. Dr. Karen reflects on the life of Elijah and how God intervened to provide him a hiding place, rest, food, and water. God does the same for us today. What rest and provision do you …
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Dr. Karen says, “People don’t need more meetings. They need more of the right meetings with the right people.” What are some of the factors that affect mental health in the workplace? Stress is one of the most impactful. In this episode Dr. Karen explores stress and other workplace variables. She also provides practical strategies …
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For the last few years, we have lived through the COVID-19 pandemic and the resultant illnesses and deaths, social isolation due to virtual work, school, and spiritual services, racial unrest, mass shootings, lethal weather events, and now growing inflation. Today, Dr. Karen speaks with her guests, Dr. Tonya Armstrong, Dr. Len Wysocki, and Dr. JC …
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Do you treat your customers like VIP Stars? Invest in your customers and see them happily invest in you! In this episode Dr. Karen shares ideas on how you can increase customer loyalty and satisfaction by treating your customers like VIP Stars. Remember to get some of your best ideas from clients and other industries.
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One cardinal rule to keep, is remembering the importance of the customer. To forget the value of the customer is a major mistake. Customers have choices and they decide based on the Customer Experience you provide. Delight your customer so that you become their preferred partner. If you preach a scarcity mindset to your team, …
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Sandra Yancey is the Founder and CEO of eWomenNetwork, the Premier Success System for women entrepreneurs. Her award-winning, multi-million dollar organization connects over 500,000 women through 118 chapters across the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK. Sandra is committed to helping a million women to each reach a million in business revenue. Today, she speaks …
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Did you know that many businesses started, grew, and/or thrived during the Great Depression? What did those companies do to thrive? What kinds of products, services, and winning collaborations did they create? In this episode Dr. Karen shares several lessons and insights we can apply to our world today. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Karen …
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Success is intentional and the result of proactive and creative planning. What questions can you ask yourself and your organization to increase success no matter what is happening in the external economy? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares critical questions for your roadmap to creative advantage in the marketplace. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Karen to plan your …
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Black Enterprise Magazine identified Shundrawn Thomas as one of the 75 most powerful Blacks on Wall St. and one of the most powerful executives in corporate America. Most recently President and Chief Executive of Northern Trust Asset Management and Management Group member, he also held key roles at Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. Known industry …
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The effective Christian Executive Force Multiplier must also address his or her own development and use of spiritual resources. Prayer, which is a two-way conversation between God and us, is one of the spiritual tools. What other resources are important? Dr. Karen shares the top requirements for Christian Executive success as Force Multipliers at work. …
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Borrowed from military wisdom when she was in the Army, Dr. Karen says that a Force Multiplier is the use of resources and strategies in such a way as to multiply capabilities. Christian executives are in a unique position to operate as Force Multipliers when they effectively coach and mentor their top talent. Dr. Karen …
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Steven Perry is Managing Partner of New York Life Minnesota. He leads a team of more than 75 financial professionals in how to create financial wealth and live a life of radical generosity. As a nationally recognized financial professional, speaker, and leader, Steve has received national recognitions as a top performer in nearly every measurable …
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God provides our food, shelter, clothing, and everything else we need when we prioritize His priorities. When we make our priorities first over God’s priorities, our lives don’t work as well. Why is it that we close the doors on God while we are walking through the doors He has opened on our behalf? In …
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God has built the desire for freedom into our DNA. Although extremely valuable, the price of freedom is costly and is not free. In this episode, Dr. Karen takes us through the financial, human, and other costs of the American Revolution. She also draws a connection between national freedom and spiritual freedom and challenges executive …
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Recognized by Nonprofit Times Magazine as one of the most influential philanthropic leaders in America, Michael Chatman is the CEO of The Community Foundation: The Global Center for Generosity located in Cape Coral, Florida. He also previously worked as a Global Corporate Marketplace Ministry leader. In this interview, Dr. Karen speaks with Michael Chatman about …
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In this 2nd part episode, Dr. Karen continues her reflection on the iconic Rolling Stones Rock Band. She talks about what The Rolling Stones did to find their distinct and unique voice in the early years and what they do now to continue powerful and dynamic shows while in their late 70s. Dr. Karen summarizes …
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In this episode, Dr. Karen pays tribute to The Rolling Stones Rock band for their 60th Anniversary. Since success leaves clues, Dr. Karen reflects on the keys to their success and longevity as the only British band to have hits in each of six different decades. This Part One episode focuses on their back story, …
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Dennis Welch is the author of 500 songs, many of which listeners hear on the radio. He recently released his latest album, “What Love Makes Us Do.” Nashville veteran producer, record company owner, and manager Tony Mantor recorded Dennis’ song, “Why Not Me?” and named his 2020 album after the song. Mantor’s “Why Not Me?” …
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As many American families open their homes to host Ukrainian families, what are the lessons we can learn from these experiences? As a marketplace ministry leader, how can you leverage the power of your organization and your people to help these families in need? Dr. Karen shares her insights in this episode. See NBC article …
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There is a prohibitive cost to misinformation as it keeps people apart and often as enemies. The truth is the only thing that can change denial and distorted perspectives. As Jesus said, “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. (John 8: 32b)” In this episode, Dr. Karen shares a …
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God designed us to have a vertical relationship with Him and a horizontal relationship in community with one another. During this pandemic and even as we exit the pandemic we see, and have seen, a significant amount of mental health challenges. Is it possible that we have inadvertently disrupted God’s best plan for healing by …
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Dennis Welch is the President and Owner of Articulate PR and Communications, a songwriter, and the author of two books, “So…What are You Saying?” and “Rich People Shop Here.” For 13 years he was also in management and a senior staff writer for the Gallup organization. In this segment Dr. Karen speaks with Dennis about …
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With more attacks of celebrity comedians on stage, what lessons can we observe and learn from these incidents? What are the business applications? In this episode, Dr. Karen reveals five resilience lessons business leaders can learn from comedians.
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Tom Robinson, beloved husband, father; Star Athlete; Co-Founder of Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Company; Math teacher; Football, Basketball, and Golf Coach; High School and College Football Official; Associate Commissioner for the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA); and College Football Replay Official is now gone too soon at 76 years old. Tom lived an extraordinary …
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Dr. Clarence Shuler, President and CEO of Building Lasting Relationships, marriage counselor, speaker, life and relationship coach, diversity consultant, and author of more than 10 books joins Dr. Karen to talk about his new book, “Life-Changing Cross Cultural Friendships: How You Can Help Heal Racial Divides, One Relationship at a Time.” Dr. Shuler shares some …
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As marketplace ministry leaders we too make mistakes. What can we learn from the Will Smith situation? In moments when we don’t show up at our best, there is an opportunity for a reset. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares the steps, questions, lessons, and insights of an effective reset.
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In this episode, Dr. Karen reflects on the courage of the Ukrainian people as they stand on their principles and values to fight an unprovoked war against Russia, a much larger country. She also shares more than ten examples of how Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy demonstrates effective and admirable leadership under fire. He embodies the …
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Alison Cornell, a certified Treasury Professional, was Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of two major New York Stock Exchange listed corporations, both of which were global. Prior to those roles, she held significant financial positions at AT&T where she learned how to be a corporate executive. Even today, women hold only 10% of major corporate CFO …
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What life and business lessons can we learn from the incident at the Oscars between Will Smith and Chris Rock? What do you do when you approach the pinnacle of success, and the Enemy comes to disrupt your blessings? As a marketplace ministry leader, how do you resolve serious altercations and conflicts in the workplace? …
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Events are not always as they appear. Jesus conquers the last enemy, the death that brings us so much pain. As Jesus was dying on the cross, it may have looked like defeat even though He was securing the greatest victory ever. In this episode, Dr. Karen reflects on world and personal events of suffering …
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Dean Niewolny, Chairman of the Board and Ambassador of Halftime Institute, spent 23 years in executive roles with three of Wall Street’s largest financial firms. Inspired to go beyond success to serving others, he and his wife began trips to South Africa and now provide orphan and hospice care in Durbin. The author of “Trade …
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On this 27th year birthday month of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.®, Dr. Karen reflects on the birth, calling, and purpose of the Company. She also talks about the necessity to walk by faith and to believe the promises of God to experience the abundant life the Messiah came to give. Dr. Karen poses several powerful questions for us …
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Those who are living, create legacy for the living. You live your legacy before you leave your legacy. In this episode, Dr. Karen summarizes the five parts of “Living Leadership Legacy” and shares Biblical, personal, and client examples. Explore your “Living Leadership Legacy” with Dr. Karen: www.transleadership.com/apply
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In this brief episode, Dr. Karen summarizes “Living Leadership Legacy” lessons from the leaders she featured in February 2022. She also poses several provocative leadership questions to ponder for your own “Living Leadership Legacy.” Meet with Dr. Karen to talk about your choices and opportunities at work: www.transleadership.com/apply
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Mike Mooney’s 25 year career in professional motorsports with NASCAR makes him the perfect accelerator for high performance leaders who seek to unlock speed and drive opportunities in their lives. In this part II Interview Mike speaks with Dr. Karen about practical lessons from his breakthrough book, “Reputation Shift- Lessons from Pit Road to the …
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What are the values of your company and how do you reinforce those values? In this episode Dr. Karen shares several insights to lift your organization’s culture. When you lift culture, you also enhance employee engagement, elevate customer experience, and generate creative advantage. Today, she focuses on steps four and five of the Living Leadership …
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Do you know what special mission God wants you to fulfill as a marketplace ministry leader in your workplace? Do you know how He wants you to do the work or in what order of priority? In this episode Dr. Karen talks about steps two and three of the Living Leadership Legacy Process. It’s all …
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Mike Mooney was part of the executive ecosystem behind NASCAR. As an award winning executive, he built and protected the global reputations of such brands as Mercedes-Benz, 3M, NASCAR, Sunoco, Tylenol, and Walmart. Author of the breakthrough book, “Reputation Shift- Lessons from Pit Road to the Boardroom,” Mike speaks with Dr. Karen about the leadership …
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Leverage Marketplace Ministry is Step One in Dr. Karen’s Five Part Living Leadership Legacy process. This step is all about Leading Yourself First by cultivating the character of Christ, checking your values, inspecting your Fruit of the Spirit, and other self-assessments. In this episode Dr. Karen shares her insights on how to prepare to be …
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As a marketplace ministry leader are you, like Jesus, daily “about your father’s business”? The reason God put you in a position of executive leadership and influence in the workplace is because He has important work for you to do as His light bearer. In this episode Dr. Karen shares several examples of Jesus doing …
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If you have ever wanted to use your gifts, talents, and abilities to lead change in your community, then today’s show is especially for you. In this Part II conversation with my guests, Pastor Ben Anderson, Senior Pastor of Solid Rock Christian Center and his wife, Pastor Wanda Anderson, Vice President of Corporate Affairs and …
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In 1773 Phillis Wheatley was the first African-American woman to publish a book of poetry. In 1761 Slave traders captured Phillis in the Gambia when she was seven years old. The traders then sold her to the Wheatley family in Boston. She quickly learned English, Latin, Greek, Astronomy, Geography, and many other subjects. Her brilliant …
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George Washington Carver is famous for discovering 300 uses for the peanut and almost 200 for the sweet potato. In 1894 he was the first Black man to receive a Bachelors’ degree from what would later be known as Iowa State University. When Booker T. Washington invited Carver to The Tuskegee Institute, Carver took it …
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The Black Church has a history of being a place of emotional refuge, leadership training, physical sustenance, the heartbeat of the civil rights movement, and a safe place to worship God with dignity. What relevance does the Black Church have today and into the future? Dr. Karen reviews a history of the official start of …
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Winner of the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, recipient of two Emmy Awards for “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman” in 1974, Best Supporting Actress in 1994 for an Adaptation of “The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All”, and 2013 winner of a Tony Award for Best Performance by an actress in a leading …
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Sidney Poitier was the first Black man to become a true Hollywood movie star. He was also the first Black man and first Bahamian to win an Academy Award for Best Actor (Lilies of the Field, 1963). Known for his elegance, style, class, and dignity he was careful about the roles he chose to play …
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Tim Hoerr is the CEO and Founder of Serra Ventures, a venture capital firm that manages $140 million dollars in early stage high technology company investments with the support of more than 250 limited liability partners. He is also the author of “Risking It: An Intersection of Faith and Work” and “Thank God It’s Monday! …
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Dr. Karen says that like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we all have a God-given life purpose and calling. She further shares some of the spiritual disciplines that help to highlight and illuminate the ways we are set apart. Do you know the purpose and calling for your life and the legacy you are here …
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In his last speech, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. talked about how each person builds part of a Temple that he or she won’t complete in his or her lifetime. Dr. King appreciated the opportunities of the time period in which he lived and had a powerful sense of passion and calling for what he …
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Larry Mandelberg, the author of “Businesses Don’t Fail: They Commit Suicide” is a serial entrepreneur with more than 150 years of inherited business knowledge from his family’s businesses. As a consultant, speaker, prolific writer, and Change Catalyst, Larry specializes in solving intractable business problems. In this episode he speaks with Dr. Karen about the reasons …
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Too often we want to rush in and get to work doing something; however, God calls His people to first spend time sitting in His presence. Only in His presence do we first get His guidance, instructions, and power to accomplish the task. Watch and listen to this episode as Dr. Karen talks about how …
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Dr. Karen has named 2022, the year of Abundance. The first letters of the words Vision (2020), Impact (2021), and Abundance (2022) spell “via”. We have gotten to this year via many roads and routes. In this episode she further explores and explains “via” and the three attributes of Abundance: The Mind and Character of …
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How are you spending New Year’s Eve? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares several suggestions for how to spend New Year’s Eve. She also says that 2020, was the year of vision, 2021, the year of impact, and 2022, this upcoming year is…. Watch or listen to this episode to discover the word for 2022 and to get prepared. Go …
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Dr. Karen looks over the past year to acknowledge the many blessings for which she is thankful. She shares her Top Twelve gratitude list as well as some of the exciting changes coming to TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. and the podcast next year. Listen to get inspiration for your own top twelve list and your year in review. Go …
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People often do not like the way God presents Himself on the earth, they reject the Messiah of God because they have pre-conceived notions about a different kind of salvation. They then miss the Christ of Christmas. In this episode, Dr. Karen brings a special Christmas message from the Biblical account of the Promised Messiah. …
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Bob Kulhan, known as a master improviser, is the Founder and CEO of Business Improv and adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School. He is also the author of the book “Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv.” With more than 27 years of studying, performing, and teaching …
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Every good gift that we have, we have received from God. When in thanksgiving and faith, we first give back to God what we have received, God multiplies and transforms the little into something great and spectacular. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares Biblical examples and poses reflection questions for the marketplace ministry leader.
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God leads us to places that look dangerous. When we view the journey through natural eyes, we think we shouldn’t be in those places. Yet the wisdom of God is different from the wisdom of man. Earthly wisdom says, “Get out immediately.” Yet God has a divine plan for us and others in that dangerous …
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How do you partner with God to bring the gift of a word of encouragement to your organization? What word will you speak over your company and over your people? What can you propose to create and sustain together in the workplace? What word is God speaking to you about how to show up in …
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Even if the suppliers and delivery services disrupt the arrival of the physical gifts we send during this holiday season, there are some gifts that are not subject to supply chain disruption. These more important gifts transcend the physical. How can you communicate value to your employees during this season? What love letters of thanks …
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Dr. Karen believes that the more you appreciate what you have, the faster and more likely you will get what else you need, even if it’s something different. In this episode she shares how to increase the success of your organization by appreciating who and what you have. She also unpacks life lessons from observing …
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In this Part II interview episode, Fred Sievert, retired President of New York Life, talks about how he pays and invests his leadership legacy forward through his books, speaking engagements, and mentoring of others. In this episode he shares his journey from junior high school math teacher to corporate executive, Yale Divinity School student, and …
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Thanksgiving is medicine for the soul. This is the time to share and to be a blessing to others. Even as many people have suffered recent loss, there is always something for which to be thankful. Dr. Karen suggests that we focus on our blessings and on what remains. She also reflects on the many …
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Fred Sievert, retired President of New York Life, and author of three books including, “Fast Starting a Career of Consequence: Practical Christ-Centered Advice for Entering or Re-entering the Workforce” talks about how he lived out his Christian values while serving as President of a Fortune 100 secular company. In this Part I interview Dr. Karen …
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Some of us take better care of our cars than our bodies. What about you? Are you praising God for your body even though it is imperfect? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares the story of Darryl Stingley, a former New England Patriot’s Wide Receiver. After a pre-season game and injury that left Darryl paralyzed, …
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In this part II tribute to the life, memory, and accomplishments of General Colin Powell, Dr. Karen explores how General Powell discovered his passion and purpose and why he didn’t run for President of the United States. She also highlights his commitment to developing the next generations of leaders and some of his core doctrines …
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Dr. Karen pays tribute to the life, memory, and accomplishments of General Colin Powell. She and her husband were both active duty Army officers. In this episode she talks about a special meeting her husband attended with Gen. Colin Powell. General Powell lived a life worthy of celebration. Happy Veteran’s Day to all the other …
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The wisdom of God far exceeds the wisdom of men. Only through the Spirit of God are we able to discern and interpret the wisdom of God. In this episode Dr. Karen says, “When you have the presence of God at work, you are able to do everything God is calling you to do- even …
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Did you know you can choose to perfume or poison your atmosphere? In this episode Dr. Karen shares her insights on how we can all see and acknowledge the divine in each other.
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Are your customers so inspired by your service that they heartily recommend your place of business to others? As a business executive you set the tone that creates the culture in your organization. You highlight shared values and telegraph how you want employees to treat your customers. Gain key insights on how to improve your …
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Kate Lanz, author of the book, All the Brains in the Business explores how to properly value brain gender differences at work. As Founder and CEO of Mindbridge, an executive coaching and business performance consultancy in the UK, she specializes in the power of neuroscience for releasing latent brain potential at work. Dr. Karen and …
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As the Self-Existent Creator, Sustainer, and Beginning of all, God is The unique “I AM.” Dr. Karen explores the meaning and person of God. Why is it important to know God? What are the implications for the workplace?
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As a marketplace ministry leader, you bring hope even to those who may not know God. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares difficult experiences of personal loss in her life. God was the Source of her strength and of peace and hope for her family.
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Do you know the power of prayer in your workplace? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares the profound benefits of praying for individual people and their families, business leaders, and national and world leaders. Find out how you can pray for God’s perfect will at work.
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Job loss can be a crisis and yet with every crisis is also an opportunity. Though quite devastating to lose a job, Dr. Karen believes that everything happens for a reason. While some doors close, other doors open. In all situations, God stands ready and prepared to provide.
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Many families struggle to overcome major challenges in their lives including the illnesses and deaths of loved ones. As a leader, it is difficult to know how to respond to these tough circumstances. What can you do to ease their pain? In this episode Dr. Karen shares her own personal stories, insights, recommendations, and resources …
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The more you trust God, the more you see what He does in your life. Dr. Karen says, “First, you have to go before you know.” Only when you go, or act in faith, do you then experience God’s power, work, and action in your life.
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The consequences of doing right and living in integrity are often high. Ruling authorities have sometimes killed people who stood for what was right. Are you willing to die for what is right? Are you willing to lose your position because you stand in integrity? In this episode, Dr. Karen reviews highlights from the life …
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Magali Mathieu, a native of France, is the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of Atlas Go. She and her partners CEO Thomas of Belgium, and COO Olivier of Switzerland created the San Francisco based Benefits corporation while studying social entrepreneurism in the United States. The B2B company and certified Benefit corporation melds technology and social impact …
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To operate in integrity, you must look beyond yourself and care for those in your charge, and under your leadership. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares leadership insights from Seven Biblical examples of “Worthless Shepherds.”
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In this Part Two episode, Dr. Karen builds on the framing of the pandemic/virus context and the potential issues of concern to your people. She outlines five critical strategies and action steps for you as an executive business leader. Use these strategies to message with mutual integrity and respect about the recent vaccine mandates.
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The recent vaccine mandates announced by President Biden in the United States, have generated much confusion, lack of clarity, and anxiety for many businesses. What is important for you to know and think about as a business leader in this context? What may be top of mind for your workforce as you consider your own …
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The sin of Ananias and Saphira was lying, not just to men, but to the Holy Spirit of God. They wanted undeserved accolades and praise. In this episode, Dr. Karen talks about the danger of pursuing glory that is not ours to pursue.
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When an executive rises to a prominent position in the business world, the Enemy often devises sexual temptation plans to disrupt his or her destiny. Even when the executive does the right things, the short-term consequences can be worse. How can faith help to overcome such adversities? What can we learn from Joseph whose Boss’ …
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People often fall into an integrity trap through sexual impropriety. In this episode Dr. Karen reveals the difference between lust and love and further explains how sexual misconduct frequently leads to multiple losses including deaths.
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Dr. Karen shares the Biblical story of Achan to explain how discontent and other inappropriate desires often bring out dishonesty and lack of integrity. She also talks about how to recognize the warning signs that signal impending integrity danger.
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Most inappropriate behavior falls into three categories: The lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. In this episode Dr. Karen shares insights, analogies, and Biblical examples about how to improve decision-making even when temptations and cliff edges abound.
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JV Crum III is the author of “Conscious Millionaire: Grow Your Business By Making a Difference.” Host of The Conscious Millionaire podcast, his show is heard by millions of listeners in 190 countries. JV is a limitless mindset and strategy coach and International Best Selling Author. A millionaire by the age of 25, he is …
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Most leaders focus on growing their organizations and forget to focus on developing themselves. In this episode Dr. Karen refers to her concepts of: “Lead yourself First” and “You Are the Instrument of Your Leadership” to share musical analogies about leadership development. Get her book, “Lead Yourself First! The Senior Leader’s Guide to Engaging Your People for …
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As the executive leader, you are the curator and shaper of the culture of your organization. In this episode, Dr. Karen talks about many elements important to developing your organization including how to develop high performance teams. If you are a Christian executive in a secular corporation and you want to be interviewed, contact Dr.Karen@transleadership.com
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Jesus was an outstanding leader. He spent time with and developed a small core group and he modeled what to do in a variety of situations. Dr. Karen shares these and other lessons you can also implement to develop your next generation of organizational leaders. If you are a Christian executive in a secular company …
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Countless people loved and encouraged US Olympic gymnast, Simone Biles, to reach her dreams. The encouragement she received strengthened her desire to pay it forward and help others reach their dreams. Leaders must often make unpopular decisions. Others don’t always understand since they cannot see what the leader sees. In this episode Dr. Karen shares ten courageous …
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When God gives a command, His timing is just as important as His message. With God, all things are possible though without Him, our enemies defeat us. To do what God says at the wrong time is equivalent to disobedience and carries dire consequences. In this episode Dr. Karen unpacks the account of what happened …
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When we take the wrong steps, we also usually end up missing God’s guidance. Often people come to us with messages designed to take us off our God-given path. Such deviations are frequently life threatening. Dr. Karen suggests that we must hear and know the word of God for ourselves. To participate in Dr. Karen’s interviews …
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Legitimate access to Divine Power comes from a relationship with the One who is the Source of that power. God does not intend for us to have His power absent Him. Do you have a vibrant and alive relationship with God? What difference will this relationship make to your Market place ministry? In this episode, …
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People mistakenly believe that when they get off track and go in the wrong direction, they only hurt themselves. When we don’t go where God intends for us to go, our lives are more difficult, and others are endangered. There is a reason you are in your position, in your organization, and in the place …
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Today’s guest, Sabina Asadova shares natural, wholistic, drug-free, and non-surgical ways to maintain optimal health and boost your immune system. Prevent COVID-19 and increase the likelihood that the illness will be minor if contracted. Sabina is the CEO of Global Health 2 Wealth Solutions, a Star Executive Marketing Director for wellness company, Youngevity, and a …
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Do you ever wonder how to achieve peace on the inside when external storms are raging on the outside? In this episode Dr. Karen shares her insights on how the mind, emotions, and body work in concert for the most optimal outcomes. Find out what you can do to steer the ship where you want …
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When you walk in the steps and direction of God and you have His Spirit in and with you, you operate in the supernatural. Drawing upon Biblical examples, Dr. Karen shares insightful leadership ideas and poses provocative questions for us to ponder. Are you a Christian executive in a secular corporation? Contact Dr.Karen@transleadership.com for an interview.
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Dr. Karen says that one of the benefits of being in the workplace as a person of faith is the ability to benefit individuals and the company with Divine Wisdom and Divine Power. Divine Power enables executives to address workplace issues in a more significant way and with more profound tools. One main access route …
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God gives both vision and Divine Guidance to marketplace leaders to address the specific circumstances of their workplace dilemmas. In this episode Dr. Karen draws upon the Biblical accounts of Joseph in Egypt and Nehemiah rebuilding the wall in Jerusalem to illustrate how God works through marketplace leaders. What Divine gifts has God given you …
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Do you put profits ahead of people or value your people above profits? How do you balance the two? What leadership lessons can we learn from the current condominium collapse in Florida and other business disasters? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares how what you do as a leader impacts people inside and outside your organization as well as yourself. Dr. …
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A successful workplace ministry leader functions as a mirror for both individuals and the organization. When people see themselves in the mirror, they can call themselves to higher levels of service. In this episode Dr. Karen shares her insights and challenges you to examine your leadership legacy.
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What if God is calling you to be His Ambassador in your workplace as well as in your home and community? In this episode Dr. Karen unpacks the concepts of Divine Guidance, Provision, and Steps as your GPS for Marketplace Ministry. She also shares an exciting announcement.
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How can you best let “liberty and justice for all” manifest in your workplace? How do you ensure the equitable application and practice of your corporate values? On this 4th of July weekend, Dr. Karen asks us to reflect on several tough questions. She also talks about the meaning of Juneteenth and its relevance for …
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Dr. Clarence Shuler is the President and CEO of Building Lasting Relationships. As a Diversity Consultant he has worked with numerous organizations to include the War College of the US Air Force, the US Army’s European-Based Equal Opportunity Advisors, the Moody Bible Institute, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. An author of ten books, his …
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Dr. Clarence Shuler is the President of Building Lasting Relationships. He and his wife Brenda are the winners of the 2019 Family Life Speaker of the Year Award. Dr. Shuler, a marriage expert for Oprah’s 2020 Love Goals Reality show; speaker with New York Times Best Selling author, Dr. Gary Chapman for The Five Love …
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What lessons can we learn from plants who are “potted” only in water? One lesson is to maximize the opportunities of our surroundings. Even if not ideal, we can still grow and flourish until we are able to relocate. In this episode, Dr. Karen plants seeds on how to grow leadership muscle even when in …
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Can you tell when you are about to go in the wrong direction? How do you recover and learn from mistakes, missteps, and even failures? Dr. Karen uses the Biblical transformation story of the Apostle Paul to show how there is always a way to turn around and go the right way. She also shares …
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When opportunity strikes, be ready. What other lessons can we learn from veteran basketball player, Austin Rivers? In this episode, Dr. Karen shows how when preparation meets opportunity, anything is possible. Executive leaders sharpen their organization’s capabilities to step into opportunities and win.
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How did Phil Mickelson win the PGA Championship at the age of 50? He believed it was possible to win and he didn’t let mistakes take him out of the winning mindset. What else can we learn from the world of golf that applies to winning as an executive leader? In this episode, Dr. Karen …
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Did you know that God’s natural creations are also the fuel for our own creativity and masterpieces? Dr. Karen shares her favorite inspirations from her home in Colorado Springs and most importantly from the ocean, her place of greatest peace, rejuvenation, and connection with God. Do you make time to rejoice in nature’s beauty? This …
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The butterfly does not need our help to emerge out of the cocoon. The work of getting out of the cocoon strengthens the butterfly for the next level of life he/she is about to enter. Do you give up and take the easy way out or use your persistence to build the next step? In …
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Do your people dread Mondays and live only for the weekend? Is it possible that you unwittingly contribute to that “dread” frame of mind? If so, how can you change the workplace attitude to one of adding value and reshaping a new world? In this segment, Dr. Karen explains the reason it is critical to …
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Jeffrey Harris is the Co-Founder, Co-Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of Plant Power Fast Food also sometimes called the Vegan “McDonald’s”. He and his partners Mitch Wallis and Zach Vouga opened their first restaurant in San Diego, CA in 2016. Today the company is expanding exponentially to open its first restaurants …
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Did you know that limitations often spark creativity and ingenuity? When you experience limitations in your business, look beyond them to see what you can create. In today’s podcast, Dr. Karen shares the story of her mother who accomplished remarkable feats while confined to a wheelchair. She uses the lessons from her mother as well …
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As an organizational leader, you have the opportunity, to honor the heroes of the Memorial Day holiday. Expand the honor to include the founding fathers and mothers of your company and the sacrifices they have made for you and others to be where you are today. Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen share …
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When it comes to your human capital, how do you turn a lump of coal into a diamond in the rough? Through many weights and pressures over time, coal turns to diamonds. Bring out the diamond essence in your people by putting them in key jobs that stretch them and cause them to grow. In …
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Do you already have all the resources your organization needs? In this podcast, Dr. Karen challenges us to consider parallels from the Biblical account of Moses at the burning bush when God commissioned Moses to tell Pharaoh to let His people go.
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With someone as talented as football quarterback Aaron Rodgers, what kept his team, The Green Bay Packers, from winning the Super Bowl more than once? What does this football analogy have to do with business and leadership? Dr. Karen believes it has a lot to do with identifying your business MVPs and creating the right …
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In 1952, President Harry Truman signed into law the official National Day of Prayer. How shall we pray at times like these? What shall we pray, for our country? What prayers are important for business leaders and owners? Dr. Karen shares her ideas and generously makes a special offer in this podcast segment.
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Even God rested on the 7th day! Have you been taking time off for vacation during the pandemic? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares several creative and pragmatic vacation ideas, including some staycation plans. Explore this podcast and enjoy your next vacation.
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Guest Matt Manos, the Founder and Managing Director of verynice, a design and strategy practice shares how his company gives away half of its profits and services and remains profitable. With a mission to reduce expenses for nonprofit organizations and to increase access to design for all, they have already given away more than 40 …
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Are you paying attention to the different dials that measure your business environment? Is your workforce trained to see and hear what you don’t see and hear? How safe is it for them to share information that could cause life and death consequences? In this episode, Dr. Karen reveals some of the barriers to both …
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Many workplaces and employees still struggle with pandemic fatigue and serious pandemic challenges. What can you do, as a leader, to address these issues and keep your teams strong and thriving? Listen to this episode and to Dr. Karen’s insights on how to best support your workforce.
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Did you know that your executive assistant is a leader too? How are you partnering with your executive assistant to accomplish the core responsibilities of your organization? Dr. Karen outlines five core areas where executive assistants add value. She also identifies the three types of meetings to consistently conduct with your executive assistant for maximum …
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Men are often powerful partners in advancing women in executive leadership. Today, Dr. Karen shares five steps for elevating women in leadership from Rob Baker, a long-time business leader and women’s leadership advocate and a guest on Somi Arian’s FemPeak platform. To learn more about Somi Arian’s FemPeak go to FemPeak.ai
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Did you know that carving out an hour a day to do some deep thinking about your business will catapult your business to levels beyond your wildest imagination? Thinking precedes action and stellar thinking produces stellar results. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares five additional key insights to more quickly propel your business to achieve …
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The four seasons provide clues for what is coming and what to do next. Spring snow can serve as a metaphor for how important it is to read the real weather signs rather than rely on the calendar alone. Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen apply these concepts to handling next steps in …
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Several thought-provoking business and leadership lessons are hidden in the sacred holiday celebrations of Passover and Resurrection Sunday. Listen as Dr. Karen shares these lessons in this podcast episode.
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From the year of vision to the year of impact, Dr. Karen reflects on another milestone celebration – the 26th Anniversary of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. ® Listen to discover how you can make your year more prosperous and abundant. Click here for transcript of the podcast.
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Chris Cooper builds highly engaged workforces especially in the insurance and financial services industries. Host of the Business Elevation podcast, his show reaches more than 50 countries. Today Chris joins Dr. Karen to talk about the business climate of the UK and Europe, lessons from his book, The Power to Get Things Done Whether You …
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Are you letting circumstances define and dictate how you respond to life? Are you living under the circumstances? Today may be the perfect time to consider some alternative approaches. Listen as Dr. Karen shares the benefits of other options.
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Happy Birthday Dr. Karen! On this very special day, Dr. Karen shares her gratitude, a gift she is giving to listeners, and a special announcement about something new she is birthing. Listen to this episode to hear more.
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Listen to this podcast to find out why Dr. Karen prefers the word commencement to graduation. Also, hear how ideas in the flow, rather than hard work, lead effortlessly to the next levels of success. She then explodes several other myths to accelerate progress and increase creative advantage. Listen to hear how she has leveraged …
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Did you know that 24% of women who are promoted into executive roles come from external candidates while the rest come from internal promotions? Also, women are 24% more likely than men to lose their jobs during a pandemic. In this segment, Dr. Karen shares other interesting statistics about the progress of women leaders and …
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One of the reasons great people stay in your organization is because they love the mission and vision. Could it be that great people leave your organization for the same reasons they stay? Listen to Dr. Karen explain these three reasons. Understand and implement what matters to people to catapult your organization and teams to …
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When hiring new talent in your organization, look for interests, abilities, values, culture, and personality, the top five variables Dr. Karen suggests you evaluate for goodness of fit. What happens when your next hire has some of the desired attributes and not others? Click the play button to find out.
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Are you the chief cook and bottle washer in the “Hands-On” phase of your business? What are the different business phases and how do they apply to your leadership roles and the future of your organization? In this podcast, Dr. Karen explores when to use which styles and strategies.
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Tom Brady just won his 7th Superbowl game, the highest number of wins for any starting quarterback. How does he maintain excellence even at 43 years old? In this episode, Dr. Karen unpacks some of the secrets of Tom Brady’s remarkable success. “Expecting to win” is one of his mindset success strategies. Listen to discover …
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Guest Stuart Pickles is Managing Director of the UK based leadership consultancy, Aim Higher Leadership (www.aimhigherleadership.com). A former CFO with more than 25 years in Blue Chip companies such as Unilever, Kraft Foods, and Fosters, Stuart accelerates the development of higher level leadership for social justice, climate justice, and to build a regenerative future. Listen …
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Did you know the Kellogg Foundation hosts a National Day of Racial Healing every year? The healing process includes truth telling and connecting with people from different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Healing is a process that facilitates movement from hurt, anger, and resentment to engaging the three pillars of The Kellogg Foundation’s intervention process: Racial …
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Lewis Howard Latimer, a Black man, is recognized as the inventor of several remarkable inventions, the most famous of which is the carbon light bulb filament. In addition to his own inventions and patents, he worked with and helped to create the success of other amazing inventors such as Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison. …
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Dr. Karen pays tribute to the newly elected US Vice President, Kamala Harris. Dr. Karen describes how Vice President Harris’ mind and character were formed and influenced by many amazing family members and role models. She takes us through the life and upbringing of Kamala Harris and leaves us with several thought-provoking questions to ponder.
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How do you show love and appreciation to your teams at work? With Valentine’s Day approaching, it’s time to show some workplace love. Why not run a contest to acknowledge the person who spreads inspiration and hope in your organization? Want more ideas? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen share eight creative ways …
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Do you know who invented an early prototype of the gas mask or the yellow traffic light? Garrett Morgan was a prolific inventor. During his time, Black people often didn’t get credit for their inventions or acts of heroism. Whites falsely claimed credit and the records often went uncorrected for many years. In this podcast, …
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Born into poverty as a free person in 1810 in Louisiana, Thomy Lafon was the son of a Haitian-descent woman and a French man. With little formal education he educated himself and went from cake maker to real estate mogul. In this podcast, Dr. Karen talks about his life, uncovers the secrets of his success, …
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Reflecting on the success created over a century ago by Black Millionaire, Madam C. J. Walker, in this podcast, Dr. Karen shares her insights about the amazing life and legacy of this remarkable woman. The lessons are still relevant today for every business leader who wants to succeed. Create real economic opportunity, think beyond yourself, …
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Supersonic leader Loree Draude was one of the first Navy women Aviators to fly in a combat squadron. Wharton Business School MBA graduate and author of, She’s Just Another Pilot, Loree also held key roles at Facebook, Google, and Bain and Company. Today Dr. Karen talks to Loree about gender dynamics in the Navy, leading …
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There are times in your business when you are in new territory. Doing what you’ve always done is not going to work. There are other times when you need to push past the fear and do it anyway. Listen to this thrilling podcast and to Dr. Karen share her personal story of overcoming fear while …
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Before you can say yes to what’s best, you must say no to unproductive people and practices and leave them behind. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares seven areas to consider for necessary business adjustment. It’s not enough to bring in the new, you must make room for the new by tossing out the old.
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Today, we have even more diverse people willing to march and stand together for the relationship objective of love, brotherhood, and understanding that is rooted in racial equality. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares and explains Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s four strategies for non-violent social change, one of which is self-purification. She also shows …
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Are you on the hamster wheel going nowhere fast in your business? Are you still doing the old work of your comfort zone rather than the executive and strategic work your Company needs you to do? Dr. Karen shares examples of the hamster wheel at work, strategies for breaking free, and the ultimate test to …
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To take yourself and your company to the next level, you must act in two primary areas. One is improvement. Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen identify the second area. She also details some strategies and vital ideas for both areas.
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When people do not take time to reflect on their experiences, they don’t mine the lessons of those experiences. For success this year, reflect and add feet or action to your vision. Dr. Karen shares other next steps and a personal example to facilitate a running start to your New Year.
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How are the labor pains of 2020 giving birth to a blessed New Year’s baby in 2021? In this podcast, Dr. Karen talks about the opportunities of 2021 and the choices to be made in speaking life over this year. She asks, “What will you name this year?” and she also reveals what she has …
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Happy New Year’s Eve! No matter what has happened in this pandemic year, you have something to celebrate. Listen to Dr. Karen as she highlights several celebration possibilities.
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Dragons are the top talent in organizations. They must find their fire to reach their full potential. Their fire is rooted in the “Why behind the Why”. The difficult circumstances in life are the teachers that show true dragons what they are here to give to the world and how they are called to serve. …
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On behalf of Dr. Karen, her family, and her team, we give you this special Merry Christmas podcast message. Unwrap and enjoy the gifts of the season including, Joy to the world!
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Although this has been an unprecedented year, Dr. Karen says pause to assess what you have experienced and learned. Rate yourself and your business in key areas. No matter the ratings, remember to be thankful for what went well. Take time to celebrate your successes and to identify your priorities for next year. In this …
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There are profound similarities between the Cholera epidemic of 1832 and the Corona virus epidemic of 2020. “It won’t happen to us” was one of the false mindsets of many. Also, false narratives, conspiracy theories, and bogus cures abounded. Dr. Karen explains how what we see today, reflects our pre-pandemic conditions and is also an …
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The miracle of Chanukah, The Festival of Lights, lighting the darkness, and bringing hope to a hurting world is what guests Chad and Cantor Laurel Barr share on today’s podcast episode. Listen as Dr. Karen explores both the historical and current day significance of Chanukah. Hear Chad and Laurel’s beautiful musical interlude on today’s show. …
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New York Governor Andrew Cuomo was awarded the International Academy of TV Arts and Sciences Award for his remarkable job leveraging the media to save lives during the COVID-19 pandemic. His messages were so powerful and effective that people from other states and countries also tuned-in. Listen to Dr. Karen unpack leadership lessons for leading …
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Gospel music icon, Rance Allen was called to preach at four years old, preached his first sermon at five, and was an interstate traveling preacher by age seven. In this podcast, Dr. Karen reflects on the life of Rance Allen and shares many business applications. She says, “There is a greater vision for you than …
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Brian Culbertson, smooth jazz virtuoso, has mastered the art of reinvention in this unusual pandemic season. What business reinvention lessons can executive leaders take from his musical score? In this podcast, Dr. Karen sounds out some noteworthy business reinvention strategies.
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Smooth Jazz musician Brian Culbertson knows the art of collaboration. What collaboration lessons can business leaders learn from his remarkable example? In this podcast, Dr. Karen spotlights profound collaboration insights we all need to consider.
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Although many of us are facing challenges during this pandemic, Dr. Karen says there is still a lot for which to be thankful in this Thanksgiving holiday season. Listen to this podcast to discover how you can rise, look above your circumstances, and be thankful.
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Dr. Alan Weiss is the author of over 500 articles and 60 books including his best-seller, Million Dollar Consulting. He has consulted with over 500 leading organizations including Merck, Hewlett Packard, GE, Mercedes-Benz, The New York Times, Toyota, and the Federal Reserve. Alan is also an inductee into the Professional Speaking Hall of Fame®, recipient …
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Are you bringing talent to your organization that is the same as what you already have? For the most powerful collaboration impact, you want to bring in complementary talent that takes your organization to a whole new level. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares several business and leadership lessons from Eddie Van Halen and Michael …
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Actor Daphne Maxwell Reid is best known for her role as Aunt Vivian on The Fresh Prince of Bel Air TV show starring Will Smith. Some of her other credits include starring roles on WKRP in Cincinnati, Hill Street Blues, Simon and Simon, and Frank’s Place, opposite her husband Tim Reid. Dr. Karen talks to …
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Elegant, powerful, gracious, beautiful, and generous are some of the words Dr. Karen uses to describe leadership icon, Frances Hesselbein. In this podcast, she reflects on the remarkable life and accomplishments of this great leader and reminisces about the times when they worked together. Click here https://engage.pitt.edu/hesselbein to make a charitable donation to the …
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All our emotions serve a useful purpose. Fear is part of our emotional survival kit. In this podcast, Dr. Karen explains what to do about fear that comes from real danger as well as fear that is triggered when there is no danger. Don’t let fear paralyze you. Learn to walk through it.
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Many workplaces now deal with the sad reality of the death of someone in the organization. People need time to grieve their losses. In this podcast, Dr. Karen talks about the various stages of grief. She also offers specific and practical strategies for how you as the business leader can effectively lead and walk your …
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What leadership development food are you feeding your people? What lessons can be learned from the farmer about the uses of straw or hay? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen talk about the importance of being intentional about the leadership food you grow for your people. One of the important “food” items on …
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Jazz Saxophonist, Ron McMillon, also known as “Mr. Sirius XM Watercolors”, is today’s guest. His debut single, “It Is Me” went to smooth jazz radio in 2015. Ron’s chart topping single, “Consuming Fire”, produced by format veteran Darren Rahn, from McMillon’s “Talkin’ About Jesus” album took the world by storm on smooth jazz, Sirius XM …
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Very little is random in our world and ecosystem. In this episode Dr. Karen extracts lessons from the natural ecosystem and applies them to business. She introduces several key questions for executive leaders to consider in the business ecosystem.
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In a world of conformity, people are often reluctant to be different and to show up in their uniqueness. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen highlights an illustration from nature. Sometimes the glory you bring to a situation also enhances those around you and shines a light on them too. Dr. Karen concludes with …
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What if what you already know, where you’ve already been, and what you’ve already seen is not enough to get where you want to go today? In this podcast, Dr. Karen calls for leaders to put on their explorer hats. It’s time to search out new perspectives for new dilemmas.
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What can we learn from the life of Black Panther actor Chadwick Boseman? He faced some closed doors and challenges in his early acting career. The principles he learned at Howard University gave him the intestinal fortitude to face those closed doors and later open bigger and better doors. Listen to this podcast as Dr. …
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There are similarities between the trials and tribulations God allowed Job to experience in his life and what many now face in this pandemic. Listen to Dr. Karen talk about actions to take, attitudes to strengthen, and questions to ask yourself.
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Are you listening to what your customer wants, needs, and values for this time or are you doing what you’ve always done, or what you think is best absent the customer’s input? In this podcast episode Dr. Karen shares practical examples to inspire you to evolve to meet your customers’ real needs and desires.
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Did you know that the musical group, The Beatles, deeply cared about the plight of Blacks in America? Paul McCartney wrote and dedicated their song “Blackbird” to honor Black Americans in the struggle for racial equality. Dr. Karen sheds light on this time in history, leadership from the Beatles, and inspiration for us today to …
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2020 vision enables you to see problems, issues and, situations to be fixed and corrected. Without 2020 Vision you might neglect some important items. Listen to this episode and to Dr. Karen share her personal struggle with vision. Also, gain some leadership perspectives and insights for yourself.
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Sales and influence expert, Anna Scheller joins Dr. Karen in a conversation about the role of sales skills in executive leadership. Anna is the host of two podcasts, Black Belt Selling and Sales Mastery and author of the best-selling book, Black Belt Selling: Closing with Confidence. Today she shares leadership insights from her entrepreneurial business …
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To be the market leader in your area of expertise, raise the bar during times of challenge and change to take better care of customers. Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen share examples of how to be distinctive and relevant in a tough market.
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Some businesses have experienced growth and continue to flourish during the pandemic while others have seen a time of great difficulty and even a contraction in their business. What work is necessary and what will you do differently this Autumn to prepare for next Spring? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen as she …
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There are great business and leadership lessons to learn from Jazz world music icons. To follow in the steps of the music greats, Dr. Karen says, keep current, agile, and fresh as you add value and mentor others. In this podcast she shares specific examples and strategies from contemporary musicians.
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Remote workers often feel isolated and uninformed. Employers must be more intentional in how they communicate and work with a remote work force. Leaders set clear and specific expectations and review employee work against those expectations. In this podcast, Dr. Karen identifies three other communication best practices and gives several practical examples.
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In these times of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there are sensitive ways to safely reopen your business. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares several must-hear essential considerations. One size does not fit all so establish ongoing two-way communication with the workforce, create your safety plans, and identify what else is best for the company. If …
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The noisy American magpie is an intelligent bird that serves an important role in a healthy eco-system. In this podcast Dr. Karen reveals some fascinating facts about this interesting bird. She identifies leadership lessons about how to appreciate those who appear to be a nuisance yet when we look more closely, they provide an important …
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Wherever you have diverse people, there will be diverse points of view and possibly disagreements on how to move forward. How can you engage difficult conversations while preserving the relationship and promoting dialogue at work? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen suggests and demonstrates some practical and creative ways of handling these tough conversations.
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“What kind of culture says it’s ok to shoot a father seven times at close range right next to his car and with his three little children in the car?” At the time of this recording there are disturbing events taking place in the streets of America. An unarmed Black man is shot while a …
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Special Guest Marcella Scherer grew her own business to multiple seven figures using the image and presence strategies she shares today. Dr. Karen speaks with Marcella about how executive image and presence impact opportunities and bottom line results. After up-leveling her executive presence, Marcella’s recent client landed a 10 million dollar contract.
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Challenging times call for creative reinvention. In the current health crisis, even professional basketball and baseball have implemented major innovations at play. Organizations also must think about how to stay relevant, in the game, and moving forward. Leaders want to play rather than be benched on the sidelines. Using examples from the world of sports, …
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Did you know that even in this season of women in leadership, women are still held to a higher standard than men? Unfortunately, gender discrimination is rampant in the modern day workplace. In this podcast, Dr. Karen unveils some of the differences between men and women and sheds more light on this sensitive topic.
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We are often attracted to people who are different from us. Without the balance of those differences, we might suffer the negative consequences of our blind spots. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen explains how diverse minds are “better together” in our complex world, including in the workplace.
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What you did yesterday may not be enough and may not work at all. Ask yourself, “How can we best serve our customers now?” In this podcast, Dr. Karen poses key questions and shares some powerful business examples. She concludes with a practical assignment to challenge your thinking and get you closer to your best …
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A talented and successful #1 Gospel broadcast host on WHUR radio station in Washington, DC was recently taken away from us by the Corona virus. In addition to playing gospel music, Patrick Ellis was known for his love for the community as expressed by feeding and clothing those in need, helping the sick, and supporting …
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Described by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as one of the greatest preachers of all time, civil rights icon, Pastor C.T. Vivian was a strong advocate for and practitioner of non-violence. Yet, he was willing to die for what he believed. In one of his most powerful quotes, Pastor Vivian said, “Non-violence is the only …
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On this podcast, Dr. Karen pays tribute to the late, Representative John Lewis who was the youngest member of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s team to speak at the 1963 March on Washington. Dr. Karen shares profound stories of his upbringing, his extraordinary and courageous lifelong accomplishments, and his enduring commitment to non-violent social change. …
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The built environment is important for both employee and customer engagement. Creativity, innovation, and productivity are increased when people work in environments designed to inspire. Listen to Dr. Karen and her guest Connie Wittich unpack the value of including natural light, color, and the beauty of the outdoors into the custom designed workspace. To see …
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What are the qualities and attributes of nice guys and do you have them in your organization? Listen to Dr. Karen on this podcast episode to discover the value-added benefit of having nice guys on your team.
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What are the “murderous” acts that occur in the halls of corporate offices and what can you do about them? As a business, how can you promote inclusion? Is a non-supportive culture creating a revolving door in your organization? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen share her views, insights, and action steps to …
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Did you know that if you are a visionary, seeing future options, possibilities, and dangers is your superpower? What comes easy for you is not obvious to others. What you see is often hidden from those with other gifts. In this podcast episode, Dr. Karen shares five key insights on how to recognize and best …
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Are you prioritizing your spiritual growth and increasing your physical fitness? Listen to this podcast to discover ways you and your team can strengthen and improve your self-care, especially in times of crisis. Dr. Karen shares three pillars of self-care success.
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Integrity is doing what’s right even when no one is watching. Are you a person who demonstrates integrity? How about others in your organization? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares ideas on how to raise the bar on integrity in your organization.
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Rather than to think of the glass as half full or half empty, according to Simon Sinek, think of it as refillable? This is one of seven key insights Dr. Karen shares in this episode to empower you and your team to stay positive even when the sky seems to be falling.
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With nearly a half century of experience as a Pastor, educator, community leader, and author, Dr. Karen’s guest, Dr. Marvin A. McMickle, has served in many significant and influential roles to include senior pastor to several churches, college president, faculty member, and President of both the Cleveland NAACP and Urban League. Join Dr. Karen for …
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With nearly a half century of experience as a Pastor, educator, community leader, and author, Dr. Karen’s guest, Dr. Marvin A. McMickle, has served in many significant and influential roles to include senior pastor to several churches, college president, faculty member, and President of both the Cleveland NAACP and Urban League. Join Dr. Karen for …
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What do you do when you achieve the American dream of success in business, millions in the bank, a wonderful spouse, great children, and early retirement possible, though something is still missing and you are not fulfilled or happy? Listen to today’s podcast as Dr. Karen interviews guest Jeff Rasley to hear how he found …
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Do you or someone on your team suffer from the fear mindset? If so, what are the consequences and impacts on your organization of operating from a fear mindset? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen share her insight on how to adopt a success mindset.
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Do you love summer? Dr. Karen sure does. In this podcast she shares some of the great benefits of summer as well as some of the challenges. As a leader, how can you make a profound impact on your employees who may be fading in the sweltering heat of summer? This podcast addresses how to …
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Have a vision for yourself. See what is possible and what transcends your current reality. This is one of the profound lessons Dr. Karen learned from her father. In this episode she shares other lessons learned and talks about the impact fathers have on the future business lives of their children.
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Did you know that one of the key functions of the bass is to be the backbone of the band? When the bass is doing its job, you may not even consciously notice it; however, when it is absent, you feel the void. There are profound leadership lessons we can all learn by opening our …
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There are pitfalls to consider in how to answer injustice. In Part I of The Pandemic of Injustice Dr. Karen talked about the systems and structures that maintain the status quo and how leaders signal what they value. In this Part 2 episode she talks about the difference between responding and reacting, the value of …
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We are facing a pandemic that has been going on for hundreds of years. In this podcast, Dr. Karen, opens her heart and shares her concerns for her family, The United States, and the world. As an executive business leader, you also set a culture and a tone by what you allow and don’t allow …
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“Keep your life multi-dimensional” was one of the perspectives Dr. Karen learned from her mother. In this podcast, she shares some cherished memories of her mother through several amazing stories and life lessons as an active duty Army officer at Fort Riley, Kansas.
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In Biblical times, the Jewish people were instructed by God to observe periods of Sabbath rests for the land. What if this current pandemic period is an opportunity for us to experience a Sabbath rest for the land? How can this time of quarantine be used to emerge stronger and ready to create a better …
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Juana Bordas was selected by the National Diversity Council as one of the most influential and powerful Latinos in America. She is the founding President of the National Hispana Leadership Institute and founder of Mi Casa Resource Center, the largest Latino serving organization in Colorado. Juana is also a NY Times best-selling author, holder of …
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You hired people to work in your business, so you could be free to work on your business. Dr. Karen shares strategic insights and practical examples about how some of her best clients add strategic thinking time to their schedules.
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You hired people to work in your business, so you could be free to work on your business. Dr. Karen shares strategic insights and practical examples of how some of her best clients add strategic thinking time to their schedules.
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Why do people need clarity? Clarity inspires confidence and a willingness to follow the leader. Dr. Karen shares four other important benefits of leadership clarity and especially in times of crisis. Also discover what happens to the workforce when there is no clarity.
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Michael Williams, Principal of Williams and Associates, a financial services company, shares how he used the online course, Teams Empowered for Dynamic Organizational Results to produce nine months of revenue in three months. He further shares how he used the lessons to create a “culture of coachable people producing results.” Listen as Dr. Karen uncovers …
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Saving people’s lives and eliminating the virus are Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s most important priorities during the Corona virus crisis. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen details the courageous decisions and actions of the Prime Minister. Take a lesson from her playbook to enhance your own leadership success.
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Saving people’s lives and eliminating the virus are Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s most important priorities during the Corona virus crisis. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen details the courageous decisions and actions of the Prime Minister. Take a lesson from her playbook to enhance your own leadership success.
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The United States considers prayer important enough to set aside an entire National Day of Prayer. What are some prayer options and possibilities for executive business leaders to consider? In this Episode Dr. Karen shares the history and workings of The National Day of Prayer. She also extends a special invitation to you.
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Do the people in your company want to flee your organization to work elsewhere? What does it mean to thrive by serving your people? In this podcast Dr. Karen shares her perspective with a Biblical twist.
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My guest, Army Captain Deshauna Barber serves as cadet instructor at Howard University Bison Battalion. She is also President and CEO of the Service Women’s Action Network, a non-profit organization serving all military and veteran service women. As the first soldier to be crowned Miss. USA she talks about how she uses her platforms to …
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Acts of kindness are happening all around us. We just need to pay attention to recognize them. Even in this time of pandemic crisis, people are finding ways to add value to individuals, organizations, and communities. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen shares examples and inspirational stories about exciting acts of kindness around the …
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Happy Administrative Professionals Day! How do you support those who support you in your executive role? Ideally, your administrative professional frees you up to spend more time on strategic issues and creates systems to make your life easier. How appreciative and thankful are you for their invaluable contributions? Listen to this podcast to gain five …
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During this time of the COVID-19 virus crisis, executive leaders carry a heavy load for their organizations. What can you do to refresh yourself during these challenging times? One strategy is to find a place for safe venting, support, and decision-making. On today’s podcast, Dr. Karen shares more about the place of support and she …
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We know unprofitable businesses disappear from the business landscape. What about growth, how necessary is growth? Understand the delicate balance between both growth and profitability, it’s not an either/or proposition. Dr. Karen explains the decisions and choice points leaders make to navigate profitability and growth effectively.
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Did you know that high performance teams solve problems together? What happens when the culture does not support collective problem solving? In this podcast episode, Dr. Karen explains the ground rules for getting to the team problem solving winning formula and how conducting experiments is an essential part of the process.
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Resilience is your ability to quickly recover from tough times or setbacks. What is the difference between bounce back and spring forward? Listen to this podcast segment as Dr. Karen shares five crucial steps for quick recovery that you can apply and implement in your organization today.
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The best leaders show up powerfully and visibly during tough times. What are those critical executive actions that make a difference to your workforce when navigating crisis? If you focus on the right actions your organization will sail through the crisis and come out stronger on the other side. Choose the wrong actions and you …
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In this Happy Birthday episode, Dr. Karen reflects on 25 years since launching her company, TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. She shares some inspiration about the meaning of 25 years, the spiritual underpinnings of the company, a profile of their clients, and how TRANSLEADERSHIP adds value to executive leaders and their organizations.
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Elite military units such as the Navy Seals, Army Special Forces, Air Force Commandos, and Marine Raiders face unique challenges. Dr. Karen speaks with her guest, Retired Air Force Colonel, Dr. Carroll Greene about the selection and training of these special operators. They also talk about the special skills and qualities necessary for success. Listen …
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What are the pros and cons of releasing a product or a service before it is perfect? How might perfectionism be holding you back from success? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen talks about the optimal time to schedule your next release. The right timing is a delicate dance between too early, too late, …
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Since according to Dr. Amy Edmondson, “Anyone’s voice can be mission critical”, the real question is, does the work force feel safe enough to add their voice to the conversation? When people speak up and add their voice, there is an 18% improvement in the work of those groups. Dr. Karen shares four actions to …
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How is your organization handling this international and domestic COVID-19 crisis? What is imperative for you to do as the executive business leader? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares the ground rules and important messaging to minimize contamination and keep your organization healthy and safe. This is the time for leadership and for executives to …
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How is your organization handling this international and domestic COVID-19 crisis? What is imperative for you to do as the executive business leader? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares the ground rules and important messaging to minimize contamination and keep your organization healthy and safe. This is the time for leadership and for executives to …
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Did you know that team development is not the same as team building? Some mistakenly believe that team building is what makes the difference. Using the research of team expert, Dr. Eduardo Salas, Dr. Karen explodes this and other teamwork myths in this podcast? Listen to learn more about the value of team development for …
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Did you know that mentoring is a reciprocal learning process and you are the instrument of your leadership? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen explaining these concepts and five other transformational benefits of mentoring.
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To gain competitive advantage, invite your customers to dream. In this podcast Dr. Karen identifies four key insights to gain competitive advantage and compete on value not price.
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How fit are you and your team members to perform the day to day requirements of your business? What kind of care are you specifically providing for your body and soul? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen shows how a few small steps can make a huge difference and cause your fitness to soar.
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From corporate leader to grade school math teacher, Mr. James Johnson talks about the challenges and successes of teaching math to African American males. Listen to today’s podcast to hear how he uses innovative strategies to ignite imaginations and change lives. He also gives a call to action to today’s corporate leaders.
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From corporate leader to grade school math teacher, Mr. James Johnson talks about the challenges and successes of teaching math to African American males. Listen to today’s podcast to hear how he uses innovative strategies to ignite imaginations and change lives. He also gives a call to action to today’s corporate leaders.
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Known as Black Moses for leading as many as 1000 Black people from slavery to freedom, Harriet Tubman’s leadership was characterized by concern for others and a willingness to risk her own life on their behalf. She so abhorred the evil of slavery that she was willing to die rather than be enslaved. As an …
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In honor of President’s Day in the United States, Dr. Karen shares several leadership strategies learned from President Barack Obama. Inspiring collective vision, warmth and accessibility, and a sense of humor are among others she shares and explains. Listen to this podcast to identify which of these strategies are also your strengths.
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Love is about doing what is best for yourself and others. To love others, you must first love yourself. Those who fail to love themselves are often harsh with themselves as well as others. Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen as she shares innovative and pragmatic ways to give back to your employees. …
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“As long as God gives me strength to work and try to make things real for my children, I am going to work for it even if it means making the ultimate sacrifice,” said Medgar Evers, slain Mississippi Civil Rights leader. As a leader, what sacrifices are you willing to make in your life and …
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Did you know that the Federal laws of this country make a huge difference in assuring the freedoms of all citizens? Listen to this podcast, where Dr. Karen shares the positive, the ugly, the difficult, and the relevant leadership lessons from the reconstruction era of American history.
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As a child, Elijah Cummings was told by a school counselor, “You are too slow, a poor speaker, and you will never become a lawyer.” Yes, he was able to overcome the naysayers and other major challenges to become a great leader. Not letting the naysayers define you is one of seven profound insights Dr. …
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Rabbi Daniel Roberts shares his wisdom from more than 35 years leading a 750 family congregation. Today we hear his take on living a life of meaning, mentoring others, providing hope and comfort for those mourning the death of a loved one by suicide, how to prioritize your marriage and family as a business leader, …
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In this podcast, Dr. Karen contrasts two memorable and profound customer service experiences, one horrible and one outstanding. You will find food for thought as you see through the eyes of a customer and evaluate and rethink the level of customer service in your organization.
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Celebrate Success is one of the five key ingredients for building high-performance teams. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares the other four steps and makes a special offer at the end. Don’t miss even a minute!
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Fighting oppression through non-violence was the hallmark of Dr. King’s approach to pursuing freedom. Did you know that freedom does not come automatically to the oppressed, rather the oppressed must demand freedom? Listen as Dr. Karen unpacks more about the dynamics of freedom and oppression and shares the four steps for non-violent social change action.
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Freedom by any means is not truly freedom. Dr. King had an abiding faith in America to get to the “bright daybreak and peace of brotherhood” and love through non-violence. In this podcast, Dr. Karen unpacks the timeless wisdom of Dr. King that still provides inspiration and a road map for the enlightened people of …
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Do you focus on explaining the what and the how behind your decisions or do you focus on the why? In this podcast, Dr. Karen says, “There’s no fire without the why.” She also provides practical reasons to tap into the power of the “Why” for your organization and business.
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Do you wonder what fascinating details were behind the President’s Cup win by Tiger Woods and the American team? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares leadership and team insights as she analyzes the reasons for the win of Tiger Woods and his High Performance Team. The same lessons apply to business and the workplace.
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Look and see over the horizon to anticipate the future and identify and address threats. These are steps in one of the 5 mindsets Dr. Karen shares in this podcast. Practice all five and start your new year with a bang.
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In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares her commitments for the year to come. She also unveils her key questions and processes to empower you to make and achieve your commitments for the New Year. You will find the message to be both educational and inspirational.
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Do you know your key accomplishments for this past year? For what are you thankful? In this podcast, Dr. Karen identifies three key areas to review and evaluate at the end of the year. She also shares some of her own key personal and business realizations. Happy New Year!
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In this continued inspirational message from Dr. Karen she shares her profound insights for this holiday and why and how you too are the light of the world. Merry Christmas!
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God is the Source of all light in the world. What or Who is the light that God sends to the world? How does Christmas commemorate that light? Listen to this special message from Dr. Karen for more insights on the profound meaning and purpose of Christmas. Merry Christmas to you, your family, and your …
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In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares the story of Hanukkah and the profound leadership lessons for life and business today. Enjoy the podcast and Happy Hanukkah! Reference: The Complete Story of Chanukah by Dr. Nissan Mindel (Kehot Publisher, 1998)
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Do your managers and leaders see what they need to see? Do they look for ways to see better? Do they consistently add value where possible? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen share her wisdom with stories and examples.
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Should you go slower in order to go faster? If so, what does that have to do with managing and running your business by the numbers? In this podcast Dr. Karen dives into the numbers and explains why it is crucial to share the numbers and metrics with your teams.
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Does your workplace metaphorically represent an assembly line or a display of identical uniforms or do you allow for uniqueness to shine through? Would you like several creative ideas on how it makes sense to encourage uniqueness in your organization? Then this podcast is for you.
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There are important reasons to consider partnering with your employees. Increased commitment and engagement are a few of those reasons. In this podcast Dr. Karen identifies three primary reasons to partner.
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Did you know that the US probably has more of an employer-centric culture in comparison to Europe’s more employee-centric culture? Life balance and partnership between employers and employees are some of the recognized benefits of the employee-centric culture. In this podcast Dr. Karen highlights these significant employee-centric benefits while sharing several meaningful examples.
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Happy Thanksgiving! Listen to Dr. Karen share inspirational thoughts about the origin of “Every good and perfect gift” and the legacy of Thanksgiving she received from her mother.
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Dr. Karen says healthy employees have fewer sick days and are more productive and employees who are appreciated are healthier. In this podcast she shares the profound impact of gratitude on employee retention and business success.
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Did you know that the best companies have 30% or more agile leaders? What does it mean to be an agile leader and what is the impact for your organization? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares agile insights for agile organizations.
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How do you create tomorrow’s leaders? Growing talent from the inside of your organization is one way and starting today is crucial. Listen to Dr. Karen reveal several key insights.
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Put the right systems in place. That is the fourth military leadership best practice Dr. Karen shares on today’s podcast. Listen to discover and use the other lessons she learned during her military service. Find out what strategies will cause your organization to thrive in abundance or a tough market.
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Do you know your purpose and why you do what you do? Understanding mission and purpose is one of several critical military leadership lessons Dr. Karen shares on this podcast. As a veteran and former Army officer, Dr. Karen reveals critical military leadership lessons business leaders can apply today. Listen and create more amazing success …
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Have you redesigned your organization with your employees in the center? When employees are featured and nurtured, they work with passion and dedication rather than out of necessity. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares her insights on how to create an organization that attends to employee experience. A focus on employees results in profound customer …
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Dr. Karen observes that too many organizations invest all their energy attracting new customers rather than investing in improving their existing customers’ experience. Did you know that companies make 23% more revenues when customers are engaged? What experiences are you creating and offering for your customers? Listen to this podcast, implement what you hear, and …
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Do you or others in your organization, metaphorically, wear protective masks at work? Many organizations do not realize the various masks their team members are wearing or feel they must wear. How do you recognize this tendency to mask and what can you do to eradicate the conditions that make masks feel necessary in your …
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Making the right selection for your organization is like fitting all the pieces of a puzzle together. If one piece is missing the puzzle is incomplete and if multiple pieces are missing or misplaced the entire puzzle is a mess.
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To what extent is your organization a diverse and multicultural workplace? In this podcast, Dr. Karen explores both the advantages and challenges of leading diversity. Which of the three aspects are easiest and most difficult for most organizations? Don’t miss this one!
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Do you or someone on your team focus on what you don’t have? Focusing on what you don’t have restricts your vision, which is the first abundance killer of three described in this podcast. What are the other two killers and how do you avoid them? Listen as Dr. Karen shows you how to “take …
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What does the song, “Count Your Blessings” have to do with developing an abundance mindset? Did you know that the greatest leaders regularly thank their people and promote an abundance mindset culture? Listen to this podcast where Dr. Karen shares her insights for creating abundance. Also stay tuned for her special melodic surprise.
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Creating order in chaos is critical to overcoming life threatening adversities. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen analyzes and extracts leadership lessons learned from the teamwork and ingenuity of the trapped Chilean miners. Just because your body is trapped doesn’t mean your mind and spirit are trapped too.
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Do your people understand the big picture? Are you on track with your strategic direction or are you working too much in the weeds? You can get on track by delegating, replacing yourself often, and implementing a few other ideas Dr. Karen shares in this podcast.
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Inspire your people and focus on solutions and results are two of the seven ways to increase accountability in your organization. To discover the rest, listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen as she talks about how to make accountability a positive and exciting part of your corporate DNA.
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Committed to improving the state of the world and to achieving gender equality, the CEO of Salesforce takes on these and other bold missions and initiatives. His infectious enthusiasm and commitment inspire his organization to do more than others say is possible. What bold initiatives and missions is your company setting? Listen to this podcast …
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Why would a corporation add value to their community by investing in a mobile kitchen? Dr. Karen observes that the best organizations take great care of their employees, customers, partners and community. In this podcast she shares examples of how you too can create a profound impact.
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The beautiful Autumn season brings both challenges and opportunities to consider for your business. Listen as Dr. Karen reveals her seven productivity principles for Autumn.
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Are you prepared, and do you know what to do when disaster strikes your organization? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen analyzes past business disasters, the actions leaders took, and the relevant lessons you can use today. Check your disaster plan savvy as a business leader. Discover the best ways to respond to a …
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What connection could possibly exist between Dr. Karen’s wedding anniversary and your work partnership? In this podcast Dr. Karen reveals the 5 Cs of partnership success. “Commitment to make it work” is the 3rd C. Listen to this podcast to find out about the other four Cs as well as some bonus revelations.
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Remain calm and assess the situation are the first two of several actions to consider during times of unexpected distress. Dr. Karen shares her recent personal story and some business learning insights that may apply to your organization.
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What do mergers and acquisitions have to do with marriages and why do so many M & A’s fail? Listen to this podcast and to the three critical insights Dr. Karen shares about possible causes and solutions.
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Did you know that scaling your business is like building a house? In this podcast Dr. Karen shares the analogies and the reason focus is one of five critical components to massively scaling your business. Essential to success is the ability to say “yes” to some possibilities and “no” to others.
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What are the values of your company and what are the shared stories and examples that spotlight those values? Listen to Dr. Karen describe how to leverage these stories and examples to increase team member pride in your company.
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How does your organization build on prior learning? How do you apply that learning to increase your growth trajectory? In this podcast Dr. Karen shares her insights on how to eliminate stagnation and leverage your learning to significantly grow your organization.
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Are you depriving your teams of proper sleep? Did you know that rested minds and bodies work better and are more creative? Listen to this podcast to discover the other significant benefits of getting rest and how these positively impact your organization.
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What may be perceived as normal and ordinary in one culture may be experienced as unacceptable in another. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen explains why you may not be the yardstick of acceptability.
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Blame and punitive cultures are unfortunately too common in many organizations. The blame/punitive culture creates a culture of silence, hiding mistakes, finger pointing, and blaming each other. In this podcast Dr. Karen describes a way to transform these negatives and create a positive culture of accountability.
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To be an effective leader, you must become both a coach and a consultant. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares her insights about the reasons for doing both.
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Succession planning is not an event, rather an organic part of organizational culture and identity. Succession planning is about facilitating the growth, development, and contribution of each team member. In this podcast, Dr. Karen reveals the three critical succession components and the special type of mindset needed to sustainably build the future.
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When is the right time to start thinking about your leadership legacy? It’s never too early to start. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares her insights on three elements of leadership legacy and four considerations as you pass the leadership baton.
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Do you fight fire with fire? If so, you have probably also noticed unintended collateral damage. Dr. Karen shares eight destructive conflict behaviors as well as seven constructive conflict alternatives that work much better.
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Did you know that unreliable people, overly analytical perfectionists, and unappreciative people are three of the nine types that may trigger conflicts in your life? Dr. Karen explains that the more we know about our own hot buttons, the more response options we have available for our use.
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Leadership lessons are all around us, even from beautiful nature and the backyard robin. A planned and delicate eco-system depicts in parallel form, separate responsibilities for the organization and the worker. Dr. Karen unpacks what happens if either fails to do their part or circumstances make life unsustainable?
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Do you realize the level of stress that may exist inside your organization? Or that certain conditions may be creating an overwhelm mindset? Stress impacts your team’s thinking and restricts their innovation. Listen to this podcast to discover the other negative impacts of stress and more importantly what to do about them.
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Cultures enrich our lives, experiences, and successes and they also present some key challenges for us to overcome. Dr. Karen shares some fun and fascinating stories as well as insights for cross-cultural relations on this podcast. You will have to listen to find out the rest of the story!
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Did you know that conflict can be measured? Or that an instrument exists that allows you to assess five different conflict styles? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen talk about this tool, the various conflict styles, and the potential impact on your company as you use the styles.
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Advocating too hard to get everyone to see the issue as you do is the second of three points in creating problematic conflict. Listen to this podcast to discover the other two causes of problematic conflict and what Dr. Karen recommends you do about them.
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Are you trying to avoid conflicts? Do you realize that some conflicts are productive? In this podcast Dr. Karen talks about how to enhance productive conflict. You will also discover the critical importance of “the third option.”
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In life we encounter many storms. How we fly through or around them makes a difference. Even in a storm, you can experience inspiration and calm. In this podcast Dr. Karen shares her experiences and observations while flying around a storm. Do you see the beauty and opportunities when facing your storms?
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Is your team walking blind through a maze at work? How can you prevent or even eliminate this from happening? In this podcast Dr. Karen shares how positive and constructive feedback creates the positive platform of a success culture.
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Dr. Karen’s definition of freedom relates to identifying collective purpose. She also believes that finding people who buy into your organization’s purpose and “why” is one of the most important attributes of freedom at work. Listen to this podcast to stimulate your thinking and your interpretation of freedom in your workplace.
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Childhood reflections are a tool for leading yourself first. In this podcast, Dr. Karen reflects on some of her childhood gifts, talents, and interests and how they show up in her life and leadership today. She invites you and your team to also take the journey.
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Children recognize their gifts early and readily gravitate to their areas of giftedness. Great parents also bring out these special talents by finding the right experiences and opportunities for their children. How can we take a lesson from the children and recognize our gifts too?
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Did you know that early life experiences prepare us for later life opportunities? Find out what Dr. Karen learned from the Girl Scouts and discover new ways of looking at how your early life experiences help you to create success today.
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Open communication and being vulnerable are a couple of the attributes of successful marriages. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares these and other marriage lessons and how they relate to success in business.
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How can you leverage your listening skills and the concept of discovery to improve the power of your dialogues? What are the workplace benefits of dialogue and what else is needed to improve this skill? This podcast will reveal them all to you.
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Fathers influence the personal and work lives of their children in profound ways. The lessons we learn from them while growing up can provide a powerful and stable foundation for success. As Father’s Day approaches, Dr. Karen shares how her father influenced her life. One of the lessons learned was the importance of divine guidance. …
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Not all decisions are life or death type decisions. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares practical strategies and a model for making the daily decisions the business leader faces. In addition, she shares some perspectives on the less frequent occasions when you may be called upon to make life and death decisions. In all cases, …
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Powerful and results-driven leaders give effective feedback. What are some best practices for giving negative feedback or building a foundation for moving forward in a positive way? Listen to this podcast for Part II of how to give effective feedback.
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What life and business lessons do we learn from our parents and how can we leverage them today? In this podcast, Dr. Karen, shares five of the most profound lessons she learned from her mother. The entrepreneurial spirit and creativity are two of them. Listen to this podcast to discover these and other lessons that …
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How do you ensure that your organization knowledge is shared and in place for generations to come? How are you handling knowledge transfer? What are some of the risk factors of failing to pay attention to legacy communication? These are some of the questions Dr. Karen poses for you to consider and figure out in …
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You have probably heard the phrase, “walking the talk”, so, what does it mean to talk the walk of change and are you talking the walk with your teams? In this podcast, Dr. Karen, shares a different twist on the communication piece of navigating change.
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Different time zones and different languages are some of the challenges Dr. Karen addresses when working with geographically dispersed teams. Listen and discover some best practices for working across geographical boundaries.
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In this podcast, Dr. Karen makes some profound admissions about generational differences. Listen to this podcast to learn more and to benefit from the special assignment at the end.
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We have so many technology options available to us today. These options impact our communication in ways we couldn’t imagine years ago. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen talks about the effects of technology on our lives and businesses. She also warns about the importance of keeping face-to-face communication as one of the options.
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Are you hungry for feedback? Whether hungry or not, this podcast is for you. Dr. Karen shares her insights about why feedback is critical and some “digestible” ways to give it.
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“Not everyone is like you!” is what Dr. Karen heard from her Mother. There is a tremendous amount of wisdom most of us can learn from our mothers. What “Mom” wisdom have you and your team members heard and how can you now apply this learning to the work place?
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Are you or your teams hoarding information? Listen to this podcast to hear why Dr. Karen believes shared information is the most powerful information. How can you as the senior leader improve the effectiveness of your message?
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There are several components to effective communication and listening is one of the most important. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares her insights about listening and why the three Ps are critical to improve your listening.
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What lessons can we all learn from Passover and Easter? In this podcast Dr. Karen shares some key leadership lessons that may even surprise you. Click the play button now!
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Many leaders fail to see and do what they can do from their own chair. In this podcast Dr. Karen shares her success insights for moving forward powerfully with more of your power and agency at work.
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Do you have that safe space or a trusted advisor with whom you can talk about, share and brainstorm your most challenging thoughts? This podcast reveals the importance of safe space and real-play practice to getting the best outcomes.
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Are you letting obstacles and barriers paralyze your business or are you able to neutralize them? In this podcast Dr. Karen shares critical insights as a homework assignment to help you neutralize those obstacles.
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Emotional epiphany fuels remarkable transformation in your organization? Listen to this podcast to discover the elements and process of fueling emotional energy to get more dynamic organizational results.
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How can shifting your mindset impact your success? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen shares several examples of how mindset shifts positively impacted some of her clients.
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Where are all the hidden talents in your organization? How much do you know about what your team members love to do outside of work and what difference does this knowledge make? Dr. Karen reveals key insights into leveraging the power of gifts and strengths.
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To what extent do you and your team regularly spot new opportunities? How well are you leveraging all the possibilities in your business? This podcast is sure to stimulate your mind and challenge you to think beyond the obvious.
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Are you leading yourself first and growing other leaders? These actions are two of the five hallmarks of successful leaders. Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen showing how all five hallmarks are critical to long-term success. Answer the questions at the end to self-assess and gauge your progress on operating from the five …
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Where do you get your spiritual grounding and resilience and how often do you do it? Listen to Dr. Karen and gain profound and practical insights to feed your soul as well as those around you.
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How do you acquire additional learning? Who are your teachers? Listen to this podcast, as Dr. Karen identifies various learning sources. Some may even surprise you.
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Do you have someone who will push you through your daunting challenges? What about someone to watch for your safety? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares her insights to help you overcome key challenges and show up at your best.
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Most leaders want to inspire their teams, yet they are constantly telling them what they are doing wrong. Find out how to overcome this syndrome and what this has to do with the 4:1 or the 8:1 rule?
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How are you creating your next opportunity? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares the story of how she created her new job and forged her own pathway to success. Listen to this podcast and discover what you and your team can learn and do to create your own success.
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What’s the reason for doing what works best for you and not getting distracted by what others are doing? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen poses some important and provocative questions.
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Just because you can’t see the future does not mean it’s not there. Commit to the vision and then watch the resources come to you as each experience prepares you for the future. In this podcast, Dr. Karen talks about how your gifts and talents as a leader relate to your calling and how you …
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Do you step out there first and model the way? Listen to this podcast with Dr. Karen to gain insights on how you are the instrument of your leadership and what you can do to tune up for excellence.
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Who used good will to create his great wealth and success? In this podcast, Dr. Karen talks about how leaders can succeed by finding and supporting the collective good in their work places. For more information on the first Black millionaires, see the book, Black Fortunes: The Story of the First Six African Americans Who …
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Do you know your top three to five strategic objectives and what they have to do with your calendar? Listen as Dr. Karen offers more on choosing great over good.
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Did you know that your natural curiosity can be a great asset when influencing others? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen identifies several ways to influence others and especially when you don’t have the authority to direct them to follow your ideas.
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President George Washington was known for bold and courageous leadership. In this podcast Dr. Karen shows how leaders today can leverage these same qualities.
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What if the love bug catches you or a member of your team at work? What are the pros and cons of office romance? Listen to this podcast and even discover something about Dr. Karen’s workplace romance.
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Did you know that President Lincoln succeeded because he believed in the people and spoke their language? In this podcast Dr. Karen reveals how these same strategies still work for leaders today.
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How did the belief in a better future, standing up for himself and, continuous learning free Frederick Douglass from slavery? In this podcast Dr. Karen talks about how these same traits are critical for leadership today. For more information on Frederick Douglass see his 1845 book, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass An American …
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Communication is the 1st critical success factor. Listen to this podcast to hear Dr. Karen talk about the other two success factors as well as the characteristics that define a high performance team.
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Even a man of great faith can become afraid and start to feel at times as if all hope is lost. Where did Dr. King get his courage and what can you learn from him? Listen to this fascinating podcast as Dr. Karen concludes her special tribute to Dr. King.
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How does calling people to their deeper aspirational ideals, values, and commitments make a difference? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen describes how word pictures have tremendous power to motivate and move people.
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An inclusive vision is a vision that captures the hearts and minds of all relevant people. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares key insights and four strategies that are crucial when creating an inclusive vision.
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Do you both speak and live what you believe? How do your choices relate to principled leadership? Explore the answers to these questions and much more in this podcast.
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Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen’s fascinating explanation and interpretation of Dr. King’s learning habits and how you can use these same strategies to catapult your success.
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Dr. King said: “There comes a time when time itself is ready for a change.” Discover how his desire to serve humanity was shaped and how these same lessons can impact your organization?
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In this podcast Dr. Karen reveals some of the profound influences shaping Dr. King’s courageous mindset and actions.
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One of the keys to organizational success is getting the right information at the right time. In this podcast Dr. Karen discusses how to overcome this challenge.
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How do you develop high performing teams? Listen to this podcast and find out.
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To be viable in the future, organizations must pay attention to their competitive advantage and one more thing. In this podcast, Dr. Karen discusses both.
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How can executives translate what’s in their head and make it come to reality?
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The ability to see into the future and envision possibilities is one of the best leadership traits. Listen to Dr. Karen talk about these and other key leadership actions.
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In this podcast, Dr. Karen describes the essence of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.® and why she gave this name to her company.
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A conversation with colleagues, Dr. Mary Kralj and Dr. Karen Ostrov
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