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Video: The Power of Yes

Karen launches The Year of Words with January’s focus on YES—a word that challenges us to lean into opportunity, make intentional choices, and stretch beyond our comfort zones.

Video: The Power of Yes 2025-06-02T17:42:32+00:00

Job Search In Uncertain Times

Contemplating a job change in uncertain times can feel particularly overwhelming. Whether it’s fluctuations in the economy, shifts in the job market, or the impact of new government policies, these changes often bring a mix of challenges and opportunities. This blog is all about how to thoughtfully navigate your job search during periods of uncertainty.

Job Search In Uncertain Times 2025-01-15T20:53:03+00:00

Let’s Talk About Women in the Workplace

Societal norms have traditionally influenced women at home and in the workplace. It often means we undersell ourselves, undervalue our contributions, and curb what we are willing to ask for. But what if we could rewrite this narrative. It’s time to challenge norms, claim confidence, and make meaningful strides in the workplace.

Let’s Talk About Women in the Workplace 2024-11-11T17:28:40+00:00

Video: The Power of Upthinking When Facing Imminent Change

When change is in the air, it’s easy to prepare for the worst. In this video, Karen offers a different path—one rooted in upthinking, resilience, and the belief that change can lead to something even better.

Video: The Power of Upthinking When Facing Imminent Change 2025-05-13T17:21:33+00:00

What to Do When Job Search Seems Endless

The advanced job search can feel like a marathon. You’re doing everything right—networking regularly, securing interviews, putting your best foot forward—yet, the finish line remains elusive. In this post, we’ll explore how to stay grounded in the process, keep moving forward, and create a plan to help you maintain momentum, even when things aren't going as planned.

What to Do When Job Search Seems Endless 2025-03-20T17:14:30+00:00

Fostering Work-Life Balance with a Summer Fun Plan

PTO (paid time off) is a significant negotiating factor when landing a new job. Yet, many of us fail to actually use it. As career-driven individuals, we often find ourselves caught in the demands of our jobs or saving PTO for some arbitrary event or possible emergency in the future. In the hustle and bustle of our professional lives, it's all too easy to overlook one essential component of our well-being: fun. Adding fun to our everyday lives is about more than just enjoyment; it's an essential career management strategy.

Fostering Work-Life Balance with a Summer Fun Plan 2024-07-09T16:04:59+00:00

Building Champions: Unlocking Success in Your Career

In the journey of our careers, champions play pivotal roles in our success. These individuals are more than just mentors; they actively open doors and promote our value. Recognizing and nurturing these relationships can propel your career in ways you might not have imagined. Discover how to identify, appreciate, and cultivate your champions, and consider how you can become a champion for others, fostering a legacy of mutual support and success.

Building Champions: Unlocking Success in Your Career 2024-05-30T17:34:11+00:00