Equipped For Change®

When we're faced with change--especially unexpected change--we tend to fall back on the "be strong" advice that tells us we need to push our emotions to the side and just focus on getting through the task at hand. But when we push past our emotions without dealing with them, we do ourselves a disservice and miss opportunities to grow. learn and heal. In this episode, Keisha A Rivers outlines four...

We all have our own version of what/who we think we are and what we're capable of. Whether that picture in our head is created because of past experience or other people's expectations, we spend a great deal of our time and effort either running away from it or trying (unsuccessfully) to live up to it. In today's show, Michael Sherlock talks about her own journey of self-creation, how we can break...

I was talking to several friends and colleagues of mine and all of them kept mentioning that they couldn't wait until things got back to "normal". In times of intense change, people always want to go "back" to the way things were--not because what was before was necessarily better, but because it was familiar. Human beings are creatures of habit. We naturally want to default to what's comfortable,...

Making a shift in your career is never an easy undertaking, but Kanika Tolver has created some tried and true strategies and how-to's that make the process more manageable. In today's episode of Mindset 2 Mastery, Kanika joins our host Keisha A Rivers of The KARS Group LTD to describe what led her to write her book, what advice she would give those who are facing a career shift and how to take cha...

When faced with big changes and a lot of uncertainty, we go through an initial shock that requires us to react and make adjustments to just "get through". But what happens after the shock has worn off and you now find yourself having to create a new "normal"? What do you do? How do you cope? In this Released & Ready episode, Keisha A Rivers provides four steps that will guide you in your journ...

We've all dreamed about what we want our lives to be, but how many of us have actually DONE something to make that dream a reality? If you've found yourself trying to figure out what steps you need to take to create the life you want or to make a pivot and change what you already have, listen in to this episode and take notes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...

What if everything you've ever wanted, or hoped and dreamed you could be is there waiting for you--all you have to do is say YES? What if the one thing that you've been searching for to make you feel complete is already within you? We sometimes don't realize our gifts because we think that we're not "good enough" to walk in them fully. Join Keisha A Rivers on a Released & Ready segment of Mind...

Heart-led leadership is a concept that would have gotten you laughed out of business schools, board rooms and corporations a few years ago. People talk about encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work and there has been more awareness and conversations about what it looks like to have leaders with heart. But Mark Crowley isn't just talking about what he thinks will work; he's speaki...

I'm so excited to debut a special segment on my Mindset 2 Mastery podcast called Released & Ready where we will provide insights to assist you in your personal journey to discover and release the power and potential within. In today's world we seem to be constantly bombarded with decisions to make and actions that need to be taken NOW. How does that impact us? We're tired, stressed out, anxiou...

There are times when we feel like we're in rooms where we don't belong (or aren't welcome). What do we do if we want to show up fully and authentically but don't think others will welcome us with open arms? How do we secure our seat at the table when we may not have been invited? Join host Keisha A Rivers as she speaks with our guest Minda Harts, author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Kno...

“No.” That single word has the power to crush your dreams and cloud your life with negativity. Angelia L. White, CEO of HOPE for Women, has heard many “nos” and decided it was time for a change. She began surrounding herself with positive, supportive women, and watched the changing impact it had on every aspect of her life. ​In Yes Sisters: Surrounding Yourself with Women Who Affirm, Encourage, an...

Our fears can seem so real that they keep us from living our lives fully and authentically. Spending our lives living with regret, anxiety and indecision costs us opportunities and keeps us from creating the success that we want and deserve. Join my guest Lisa McDonald as she provides strategies, insights and suggestions that you can implement immediately to change your mindset about fear and lear...

Leaders are expected to pour into the people on their teams and within their organizations in order to ensure success. They are responsible for communicating the vision, motivating their teams, ensuring that goals are met and outcomes are achieved. They wear so many hats and have a seemingly never-ending list of responsibilities that it's easy for them to get depleted and feel overwhelmed. Join us...

If the saying "Leaders are born, not made" is true, then why do we have so many leadership development programs, courses, books and resources on "how to become" a leader? Even if you have natural leadership abilities, it's still accepted practice that you would need some guidance on how to be an effective leader and more importantly, how to get others to follow you. In this episode, Jon Rennie dis...

We usually think of major change as being something scary to be avoided. But what happens when you find yourself faced with not just dealing with major change, but having to completely reinvent yourself as a result? What do you do when the "old" you just doesn't "fit" who you want and need to be based on the vision that you have for your life? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Margo Lo...

In trying to determine the best way to leave an impact and make an impression that will live beyond us, many people consider mentoring as an option. But what exactly is mentoring and why should we think about utilizing our time and talents in this way to give back to our youth? Join us for a conversation with Al Demming, Executive Director of The Leadership Initiative, as he discusses his journey...

When I taught first graders they LOVED show and tell because they got to bring in something that was special to them in some way and "show" it to their classmates while "telling" them all about how wonderful it was. The problem is that no one else got to actually experience the wonderful aspects of what they were talking about. Far too often organizations approach change in the same way. They "sho...

We're constantly comparing our journeys, progress and outcomes to others. When we compare, we're really looking for direction and validation because what we're doing is oftentimes new to us. So when you're embarking on a journey into uncharted territory, how do you balance the need for guidance while avoiding the pitfall of copying others? Join Keisha A Rivers of The KARS Group LTD as she provides...

No one sets out to fail. We take on new challenges, set new goals and create new visions because we want to be better and desire something different. So why do so many of us fall short of achieving our goals and creating the outcomes that we envisioned and imagined? What if instead of focusing solely on the good, we learned how to embrace the discomfort and get comfortable with being uncomfortable...

Pat Roque ROCKS as a success coach, mastermind leader and global speaker who empowers high achievers to rock their strengths and monetize their genius. She and her box of 50 ROCKS (yes, rocks) have transformed lives and careers through her Rock On Success Coaching System and Mastermind. Tune in for details on how to create the Mindset, Toolset & Skillset to ROCK Your Next Level! This is a publ...

Are you creating a culture of change or one that thrives off of chaos? How do you equip your people to not just survive but to successfully thrive in fast-paced environments? What do you do to create opportunities for support, engagement, learning and leadership? Join Keisha A Rivers, President & Chief Outcome Facilitator of The KARS Group, as she discusses strategies and action steps that you...

Building an effective organization is based upon building solid relationships. To create a truly dynamic team you have to create relationships built upon engagement. Join Keisha A Rivers and her guest Cherise Walker as they discuss ways to create a culture of engagement and connection. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episode...

Everyone wants to be a good leader. But leadership is not just what you do and how successful your organization or team is--it's also about the legacy you leave behind. How are you cultivating a legacy of leadership within your organization? What ripple effect are you creating? Join Keisha A Rivers as she talks about why it's important to recognize the culture of leadership that you're creating in...

Leadership has been presented as a complicated process of learning, development and ongoing training, but what if we're making WAY too much of all of this? What if leadership is really a SIMPLE process? In this episode Keisha A Rivers of The KARS Group LTD discusses leadership lessons that she learned from a group of first graders and how you can apply them to your team, group or organization to b...

It's been said that "the only constant is change". So why do we fear change if it's the only thing that's a constant in our lives? How can we grow, learn and develop truly and fully if we resist change? Join Keisha A Rivers of The KARS Group as she provides proven strategies and tips to assist you to manage change through engagement, learning and leadership. This is a public episode. If you would...