Episodes

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. The post Take Yourself and Your Company to the Next Level first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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. The post Put Feet to Your Vision first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 … The post Birth and Name a New Year first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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. The post Happy New Year’s Eve! first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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. Join Dr. Karen and her guest, leadership expert, Dov Baron as he highlights what’s really needed in leadership today. Learn more about Dov at DovBaron.com The post Interview with Dov Baron, The Dr...

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! The post Merry Christmas first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 podcast she also shares her TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. Future Focus Planning tool. Get the assessment tool at https://www.transleadership.com/future/ The post The Year in Review: Fut...

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 … The post Timely Pandemic Lessons from the 1800s first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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. Reach Cantor Laurel Barr at www.LaurelBarr.com Reach Digital Empire Creator Chad Barr at www.TheChadBarrGroup.com The post Happy Chanukah with Chad and ...

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 … The post New York Governor Andrew Cuomo: Leadership Exemplar first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 … The post Rance Allen: Calling, Purpose, and Inheritance first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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. The post Business Insights: Brian Culbertson – Part 2 first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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. The post Collaboration Insights: Brian Culbertson – Part 1 first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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. The post Happy Thanksgiving! first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 of the National Speakers Association Council of Peers Award of Excellence, and recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award of the American Pres...

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 … The post Collaboration: Eddie Van Halen and Michael Jackson first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 l...

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 … The post Frances Hesselbein: Happy 105th Birthday! first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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. The post Dealing with Fear first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 … The post When a Work Colleague Dies first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 … The post Straw or Hay – What Are You Feeding Your People? first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 Watercolors, and gospel stations. His second hit single, “In the Flow” reigned on the Top 30 Billboard Chart for eight consecutive weeks. Dr. Karen interviews Ron ...

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. The post There Is an Order to the Business Ecosystem first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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 … The post Dare to Be Different first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.