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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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Karen Eber 7/21/20 Karen Eber 7/21/20

The Zipper

How to determine if your culture creates clarity or chaos.

Karen Eber 6/25/20 Karen Eber 6/25/20

Out Of The Dark

Want to tell a gripping story? Lean into the senses.

Karen Eber 3/25/20 Karen Eber 3/25/20

You Don’t Predict The Future, You Imagine It

You don’t predict the future, you imagine it.

Karen Eber 3/3/20 Karen Eber 3/3/20

Make Waffles Not Spaghetti: How Leaders Can Help Employees Navigate Change

How to help employees navigate change and uncertainty.

Karen Eber 10/22/19 Karen Eber 10/22/19

The "One Size Fits Most" Halloween Costume

One size fits most doesn’t apply to leadership, teaming, or development.

Karen Eber 7/31/19 Karen Eber 7/31/19

Have I Failed As A Leader If My Team Has Conflict?

What is the role of a leader in team conflict?

Karen Eber 11/8/17 Karen Eber 11/8/17

Order On The Court

Why the hub and spoke leadership model is always limiting and misses out on leveraging individual strengths.