The Voice of Leadership

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 ap...

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. … The post Happy Chanukah with Chad and Cantor La...

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: Lea...

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 TRANS...

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 … The post Dr. Alan Weiss, The Rock S...

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...

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 … The post Interview with Daphne Maxwell Reid from the Fresh Prince of Bel Air TV Show fi...

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 F...

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, I...

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 TR...

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 … The post Ron McMillon, Jazz Saxophonist and Top 30 Bill...

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® .

What if what you already know, where you’ve already been, and what you’ve already seen is not enough to get where you want to go today? In this podcast, Dr. Karen calls for leaders to put on their explorer hats. It’s time to search out new perspectives for new dilemmas. The post Put on Your Explorer Hat first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

What can we learn from the life of Black Panther actor Chadwick Boseman? He faced some closed doors and challenges in his early acting career. The principles he learned at Howard University gave him the intestinal fortitude to face those closed doors and later open bigger and better doors. Listen to this podcast as Dr. … The post Play Full Out: Inspiration from Chadwick Boseman first appeare...

There are similarities between the trials and tribulations God allowed Job to experience in his life and what many now face in this pandemic. Listen to Dr. Karen talk about actions to take, attitudes to strengthen, and questions to ask yourself. The post Lessons from Job: Trials and Tribulations Reveal Who You Really Are first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

Are you listening to what your customer wants, needs, and values for this time or are you doing what you’ve always done, or what you think is best absent the customer’s input? In this podcast episode Dr. Karen shares practical examples to inspire you to evolve to meet your customers’ real needs and desires. The post Will You Get Fired by Your Customer? first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®...

Did you know that the musical group, The Beatles, deeply cared about the plight of Blacks in America? Paul McCartney wrote and dedicated their song “Blackbird” to honor Black Americans in the struggle for racial equality. Dr. Karen sheds light on this time in history, leadership from the Beatles, and inspiration for us today to … The post Use Your Platform: Give Voice to the Voiceless first...

2020 vision enables you to see problems, issues and, situations to be fixed and corrected. Without 2020 Vision you might neglect some important items. Listen to this episode and to Dr. Karen share her personal struggle with vision. Also, gain some leadership perspectives and insights for yourself. The post 2020: The Year of Vision first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

Sales and influence expert, Anna Scheller joins Dr. Karen in a conversation about the role of sales skills in executive leadership. Anna is the host of two podcasts, Black Belt Selling and Sales Mastery and author of the best-selling book, Black Belt Selling: Closing with Confidence. Today she shares leadership insights from her entrepreneurial business … The post Interview with Anna Schelle...

To be the market leader in your area of expertise, raise the bar during times of challenge and change to take better care of customers. Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen share examples of how to be distinctive and relevant in a tough market. The post Customer Responsiveness for Changing Times first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .