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Karen writes about the real challenges leaders face every day: how to tell memorable stories, how to turn data into something people actually act on, how to lead through constant change, and how to build a culture where people do their best work.
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Rock Stars, They’re Just Like Us
Communication challenges and frustrations are a part of work, even for rock stars. Here’s how to navigate them.
There Is No Going Back
Culture can only be shaped going forward. There is no way to return to the way things were. Here’s how to look forward.
The Fainting Goat
Conflict at work includes moments of frustration when people shut down. Here’s how to avoid that.
You Don’t Predict The Future, You Imagine It
You don’t predict the future, you imagine it.
Even Marie Kondo Has A Junk Drawer
I have a hypothesis. Even Marie Kondo has a messy junk drawer.
Have I Failed As A Leader If My Team Has Conflict?
What is the role of a leader in team conflict?
The Fine Line Between High Performing And Dysfunctional Teams
How to build and sustain a healthy team.
What Two-year Old Twins And Ice Skating Taught Me About Perspective
Perspective shapes how you view and respond in a situation. Here’s how to flip your perspective.
The "Rehire Your Employee" Approach to Year-End Reviews
Performance reviews shouldn’t be annual conversations. They should be ongoing discussions that rehire your team member’s commitment.
Creating Psychological Safety On Teams
How to implement habits and behaviors that strengthen trust on a team.
How Laser Tag Created A High Performing Team
How to recognize the individual strengths of your team members.
How Do I Approach Communications With My Team?
Communicating is the number one thing a leader can do to help engage an employee.

