Episodes

To learn how to operate as an executive, leaders need to be around, interact with, and build relationships with executives. “Executives in Development” also need opportunities to make strategic decisions, to “test drive” the executive role, and to get feedback on their strategic thoughts and ideas. Dr. Karen outlines 7 critical actions to successfully groom your next generation of executive leaders. To Develop Executives in Your Company Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com The po...

Songwriter, recording artist, and author Dennis Welch is a master storyteller. With over 500 songs, two books, and many concerts, Dennis creates a place to find yourself and love. Today, Wurld records released his newest recording project, “If I Live to Be a Hundred.” His previous collection, “What Love Makes Us Do” also produced by Little River Band Guitarist Rich Herring, made the first grammy ballot in five categories. Privileged to write with some of the great songwriters: Allen Shamblin, M...

After 47 years, the Denver Nuggets have finally won their first NBA championship! How did they do it? Teamwork makes the dream work. In this episode, Dr. Karen reveals 7 strategies to create a winning team, the top 3 qualities of high performance teams, and how being a decent person off the court or outside of the workplace impacts team success on the job. Contact Dr. Karen to create teamwork that makes the dream work in your company: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com The post The Denver Nuggets: T...

Steve McKee is the co-founder of McKee Wallwork, a nationally recognized marketing advisory firm. McKee Wallwork specializes in turnarounds of Stalled, Stuck, and Stale companies. In today’s show Steve unveils the four factors that lead to business failure and the essential ingredients to effectively navigate business turns. Steve is the author of the groundbreaking book on change management, “TURNS: Where Business is Won and Lost.” His company made the Inc. 500 list of the fastest growing priv...

What are the lessons we can learn from the disasters of the Titanic and the recent OceanGate Titan submersible? How can an “unsinkable” vessel sink and what contributes to horrific human mistakes? In this episode, Dr. Karen dissects the errors in thinking and action that led to disaster for both vessels. After her detailed analysis, she shares seven business insights for how executives can lead with wisdom today. To Chart Your Executive Success Path Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership...

Donna Johnson, one of the most successful and highly respected sales professionals in her Direct Marketing Business is also the recipient of her company’s Lifetime Achievement Award. What is the secret of her success? In her book, “My Mentor Walks on Water,” Donna talks about the courage and power to step out of the boat to speak the truth with love in the workplace. Donna also knows that, with many voices all around her, she answers to only “One”. She further says, “My business is not my idol, ...

As an executive leader, how can you make a difference for the men and women in your corporation? In this special Father’s Day episode, Dr. Karen shares 7 powerful insights about ways to model, inspire, and develop your people to better lead your organization. Find out what you can learn from God, the Father, our ultimate role model. For personalized advisement about your workplace leadership opportunities, Contact Dr. Karen at Dr.Karen@transleadership.com The post Executive Leaders as Workplac...

Howard Behar, Founding International President and former Board member of Starbucks says the Starbucks “secret sauce” of success is people first at every level of the organization. Howard adds, “You grow the people, they grow the organization, and the organization grows the business.” Howard’s leadership took Starbucks from 28 stores to more than 15,000 on five continents. His career accomplishments span 50 years in consumer-oriented businesses, to include 21 years serving at Starbucks. Today i...

What kinds of conversations do you have with your executive team to promote an enterprise-wide perspective? Dr. Karen identifies five essential dialogues to transcend silos and engage the power of constructive executive team collaboration. Two of those dialogues include the cultivation of shared learning and the exploration of new possibilities. Contact Dr. Karen to develop and transform your executive team: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com The post 5 Essential Conversations to Develop and Transfo...

Automation, technology, and AI (artificial intelligence) provide numerous benefits to reduce labor intensity, increase decision-making options, and expand learning skills. The question is what can people do to best gain from these technologies? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares her insights on the voice and role of the CEO to ask the right questions and take the right actions to leverage the value of the information for business innovation and creative advantage. To explore creative advantage f...

Bible League President and CEO Jos Snoep leads the ministry by cultivating, “one relationship at a time.” Today on The Voice of Leadership, he speaks with Dr. Karen about how The Bible League, a non-profit Christian ministry, engages people in the word of God and equips the local Church. The Bible League creates global unity in diversity through partnerships with local communities. Jos also describes the importance of a culture of prayer, the meaning of the word “league,” and how God uses these...

Just as God revealed to the King of Israel what the King of Syria said in his bedchamber, God also reveals what’s going on in our workplaces. He tells us what we cannot know through human means. He reveals who is for us, who is against us, and His plan for how to respond. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares the reasons business leaders must pray to God without ceasing. Prayer is the vehicle God uses for relationship, revelation, instruction, participation, and victory/success in life including the...

When Kirby Velarde started “Playing for God,” it catalyzed a process that included playing gospel music for Heritage Christian Center in Denver, Colorado, a congregation that has had up to 10,000 members, and playing for legendary gospel music great Kurt Carr. Accomplished musician Kirby Velarde was born into a musical family. He elevated his artistic pedigree to new heights when he followed God’s call on his life. On today’s episode of The Voice of Leadership, Kirby plays his music and tells D...

Is it time to get back to basics? In this episode, Dr. Karen shares five business fundamentals to practice at any time and especially in times of uncertainty, change, and volatility. These timeless strategies also uncover hidden opportunities to serve your customers and clients with more distinctive service that adds value to their businesses and gives your company a creative advantage. Elevate your executive impact, contact Dr. Karen: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com The post Mastering the Fundam...

What do you do when you, the CEO, are the one who is depressed? What are the dangers of admitting you are depressed? How do you get help? Dr. Clarence Shuler, President and CEO of Building Lasting Relationships is also an award winning speaker and the author of 10 books. Today he shares his personal journey with depression. In this transparent and vulnerable conversation Dr. Shuler talks about his struggles with self-worth and validation and how God met and healed him in the dark place. His lat...

Do you realize that the treasure we carry is the Holy Spirit, the good news, and the glory of God? This treasure comes from God Himself and He has poured it into us for our benefit and the benefit of those around us. What are earthen vessels and where and how do they work? In this episode, Dr. Karen reveals her answers and insights. Share how God is using you to heal others: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com The post We Have This Treasure in Earthen Vessels (Episode # 420) first appeared on TRANSLE...

No matter the dark night of your soul whether in illness, the death of a loved one, a wayward child, disappointments at work, or something else, God is there with you, and He turns everything for you. How can God convert the disastrous into something good? Dr. Karen shares personal stories of the profound ways God has shown His love and Presence at tough times in her life. See how viewing the prism through spiritual eyes can change your perspective and help you to overcome some of your toughest ...

Award winning UK based artist Louis Parsons unlocks our ability to see the unique symphony of light that resides inside each of us. Louis creates paintings that capture the personality of the person and/or the soul of the business. His SoulScape process invites the recipient to ignite the spark within. Together artist and recipient connect and step into the unknown together to create that which is beyond them both. Louis Parsons’ inspired works reside worldwide with celebrities, world class ath...

How can you shine the light of God in your workplace? This week, as we celebrate both the Passover and Easter holidays, Dr. Karen has a special spiritual and workplace message. She concludes with several profound questions for you to ponder. Contact Dr. Karen to better pursue your purpose and calling at work: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com The post Happy Passover & Easter: Say Yes to Life Eternal and at Work (Episode # 417) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

In this episode, Dr. Karen shares 10 business strategies she has learned in 28 successful years of leading TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. ® Two of those strategies are: Apply your subject matter expertise to the core business of your customers or your corporation and leverage your unique marketplace value for client success. Celebrate with Dr. Karen as you apply these and the other lessons to benefit your corporate or entrepreneurial business. Contact Dr. Karen to elevate and accelerate your business su...

Social Entrepreneur Benedicte Early and her husband, Gene, have been a spiritual power couple since God brought them together more than 40 years ago. As the first saleswoman for Jockey men’s wear in Scandinavia, Benedicte subsequently led elsewhere in significant sales, marketing, and leadership development roles. She also served on the Women’s Aglow Ministry Board and as a missionary for Youth With a Mission (YWAM). Gene co-founded Genomic Health and served as Vice Chancellor of Operations at ...

How do women break the glass ceiling today? Dr. Karen shares the insights she gained from attending the Duke Corporate Education sponsored conference, “Lead with Her: Empowered Voices.” Dame Inga Beale, the first female CEO of Lloyd’s of London, and the Honorable Julia Gillard, Australia’s first female Prime Minister were two of the distinguished guests and speakers. Dr. Karen identifies several important success strategies: Confront fear, take risks, and cultivate allies, including men. Tune in...

Women in executive leadership roles face a unique set of challenges. From her recent work to prepare women for executive positions, Dr. Karen identifies ten crucial success strategies. Two of those strategies are to identify and appreciate their own strengths and talents and to develop key relationships with strategic stakeholders. When you practice all ten, the sky is the limit. Contact Dr. Karen to explore how to elevate the leadership of women in your organization: https://transleadership.c...

Company culture is a fundamental part of every organization and has the power to determine long-term viability. Today’s guest, Gene Early, is an accomplished entrepreneur who co-founded Genomic Health, a Silicon Valley molecular diagnostic company and trailblazer in personalized medicine. Gene was also the first to bring the globally recognized Neuro-Linguistic Programming process to Europe. He has a PhD in leadership and organizational development and works as a strategic advisor to global lead...