I’ve done something that is probably the scariest and most personally-exposing thing I have ever done - I wrote and published a book, and the official launch is August 1st!

It’s called Close the Gap: 7 Transformational Steps to Move You from Today to Tomorrow. 

It’s available on Amazon in either paperback or Kindle version. 

I allowed and pushed myself to be vulnerable - which I’m not necessarily good at - by sharing personal stories that help to explain not only where I used to reside inside of my life and mind, but also to speak to the path I had to take to get to where I am today and to say that if I can do it, you can, too. 

June is Pride Month - and the last Sunday of June (the 30th!) is National Pride Day!

I am a proud ally - not only because I have people in my life who are part of that community, but because it's the right thing to do!

As a straight, cisgender, white female, I have not experienced nor will I ever experience their level of discrimination. I don’t say that I’m an ally out of any sort of obligation, but because I just truly don’t comprehend how anyone, particularly parents, can behave the way they sometimes do.

Let's join together to spread love to the world! I commit to being more active and ask you to join me.

For my 25 years working in the field, administrative professionals have had the same struggles - respect and inclusion in executive process at the top of the list. Admin professionals have been lamenting - and still are! - about the same struggles, wanting to be business partners with their executives, but barely anything has changed.

Is it time to redirect efforts to train the executives and HR professionals instead? Should the claim that being an admin doesn't require an advanced degree change to match the level of the rest of the C-suite team?

You can't keep doing the same thing over and over and expect the same results. Something needs to change.

On this episode, Karen touches on being mindful and staying in the moment, no matter what you're feeling. She ties this into her sentimental state regarding high school graduations and how fast life goes by.

Your personal image is more than just your wardrobe - it's also your verbal and non-verbal communications, as well as your internal thoughts and reactions that manifest into your actions.

I break image down into 3 important areas on which you need to focus:
(1) the thoughts and actions of others are not your responsibility, you only control what you project out into the universe
(2) you need to maintain control your own message
(3) you to remain aware of and control of your thoughts, biases and judgments towards others.

For more information on me, check out my website, and my book comes out June 15th!

Karen explores how life coaching can be misunderstood, what it isn't...and what it actually is. Listeners can go to her website or learn more about coaching at ICF.

This is a brand-new podcast and passion project that covers topics on a relatable level to help you make professional and personal changes to realize the life of your dreams.

Karen introduces herself to her audience and discusses the topics of trust and "who the heck is she?" She relates her background and expertise, and invites the listener to join her on this exciting journey of self-discovery and personal and professional growth.

Check out her website for more information!

Karen confesses that she has faltered in utilizing a powerful skill and tool - self-discipline. She discusses what that is, how anyone can develop it, accepting that the process isn't without difficulty, and how to be successful.

Check out her website for more information!