The Voice of Leadership

In this Happy Birthday episode, Dr. Karen reflects on 25 years since launching her company, TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. She shares some inspiration about the meaning of 25 years, the spiritual underpinnings of the company, a profile of their clients, and how TRANSLEADERSHIP adds value to executive leaders and their organizations. The post Happy 25th Birthday TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC. first appeared on TRANS...

Elite military units such as the Navy Seals, Army Special Forces, Air Force Commandos, and Marine Raiders face unique challenges. Dr. Karen speaks with her guest, Retired Air Force Colonel, Dr. Carroll Greene about the selection and training of these special operators. They also talk about the special skills and qualities necessary for success. Listen … The post Special Guest Interview with...

What are the pros and cons of releasing a product or a service before it is perfect? How might perfectionism be holding you back from success? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen talks about the optimal time to schedule your next release. The right timing is a delicate dance between too early, too late, … The post Which Rollout is Better? Perfect or a Little Bit Raggedy? first appeared on TR...

Since according to Dr. Amy Edmondson, “Anyone’s voice can be mission critical”, the real question is, does the work force feel safe enough to add their voice to the conversation? When people speak up and add their voice, there is an 18% improvement in the work of those groups. Dr. Karen shares four actions to … The post What Leaders Do to Increase Psychological Safety: Insights from the work...

How is your organization handling this international and domestic COVID-19 crisis? What is imperative for you to do as the executive business leader? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares the ground rules and important messaging to minimize contamination and keep your organization healthy and safe. This is the time for leadership and for executives to … The post Executive Actions to Implement Du...

How is your organization handling this international and domestic COVID-19 crisis? What is imperative for you to do as the executive business leader? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares the ground rules and important messaging to minimize contamination and keep your organization healthy and safe. This is the time for leadership and for executives to … The post Executive Actions to Implement Du...

Did you know that team development is not the same as team building? Some mistakenly believe that team building is what makes the difference. Using the research of team expert, Dr. Eduardo Salas, Dr. Karen explodes this and other teamwork myths in this podcast? Listen to learn more about the value of team development for … The post Four Myths About Teamwork from Dr. Eduardo Salas first appea...

Did you know that mentoring is a reciprocal learning process and you are the instrument of your leadership? Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen explaining these concepts and five other transformational benefits of mentoring. The post The Two-Way Street of Mentoring first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

To gain competitive advantage, invite your customers to dream. In this podcast Dr. Karen identifies four key insights to gain competitive advantage and compete on value not price. The post Know Your Customer: Gain Competitive Advantage first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

How fit are you and your team members to perform the day to day requirements of your business? What kind of care are you specifically providing for your body and soul? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen shows how a few small steps can make a huge difference and cause your fitness to soar. The post Fitness for Leadership first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

From corporate leader to grade school math teacher, Mr. James Johnson talks about the challenges and successes of teaching math to African American males. Listen to today’s podcast to hear how he uses innovative strategies to ignite imaginations and change lives. He also gives a call to action to today’s corporate leaders. The post Part II: Interview with James Johnson: Insights on Educating the N...

From corporate leader to grade school math teacher, Mr. James Johnson talks about the challenges and successes of teaching math to African American males. Listen to today’s podcast to hear how he uses innovative strategies to ignite imaginations and change lives. He also gives a call to action to today’s corporate leaders. The post Part I: Interview with James Johnson: Insights on Educating the Ne...

Known as Black Moses for leading as many as 1000 Black people from slavery to freedom, Harriet Tubman’s leadership was characterized by concern for others and a willingness to risk her own life on their behalf. She so abhorred the evil of slavery that she was willing to die rather than be enslaved. As an … The post Harriet Tubman: Black Moses first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

In honor of President’s Day in the United States, Dr. Karen shares several leadership strategies learned from President Barack Obama. Inspiring collective vision, warmth and accessibility, and a sense of humor are among others she shares and explains. Listen to this podcast to identify which of these strategies are also your strengths. The post The Leadership of President Barack Obama first appear...

Love is about doing what is best for yourself and others. To love others, you must first love yourself. Those who fail to love themselves are often harsh with themselves as well as others. Listen to this podcast and to Dr. Karen as she shares innovative and pragmatic ways to give back to your employees. … The post Loving Your Employees at Work first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

“As long as God gives me strength to work and try to make things real for my children, I am going to work for it even if it means making the ultimate sacrifice,” said Medgar Evers, slain Mississippi Civil Rights leader. As a leader, what sacrifices are you willing to make in your life and … The post Leadership Lessons from Medgar Evers first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

Did you know that the Federal laws of this country make a huge difference in assuring the freedoms of all citizens? Listen to this podcast, where Dr. Karen shares the positive, the ugly, the difficult, and the relevant leadership lessons from the reconstruction era of American history. The post What a Difference a Law Makes: Lessons from the Reconstruction Era in America first appeared on TRANSLEA...

As a child, Elijah Cummings was told by a school counselor, “You are too slow, a poor speaker, and you will never become a lawyer.” Yes, he was able to overcome the naysayers and other major challenges to become a great leader. Not letting the naysayers define you is one of seven profound insights Dr. … The post The Leadership Legacy of Elijah Cummings first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®...

Rabbi Daniel Roberts shares his wisdom from more than 35 years leading a 750 family congregation. Today we hear his take on living a life of meaning, mentoring others, providing hope and comfort for those mourning the death of a loved one by suicide, how to prioritize your marriage and family as a business leader, … The post Leadership Lessons from Rabbi Daniel A. Roberts first appeared on T...

In this podcast, Dr. Karen contrasts two memorable and profound customer service experiences, one horrible and one outstanding. You will find food for thought as you see through the eyes of a customer and evaluate and rethink the level of customer service in your organization. The post Authenticity in Customer Service first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

Celebrate Success is one of the five key ingredients for building high-performance teams. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares the other four steps and makes a special offer at the end. Don’t miss even a minute! The post 5 Steps for Building High-Performance Teams first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

Fighting oppression through non-violence was the hallmark of Dr. King’s approach to pursuing freedom. Did you know that freedom does not come automatically to the oppressed, rather the oppressed must demand freedom? Listen as Dr. Karen unpacks more about the dynamics of freedom and oppression and shares the four steps for non-violent social change action. The post Strategies for Non-Violent Social...

Freedom by any means is not truly freedom. Dr. King had an abiding faith in America to get to the “bright daybreak and peace of brotherhood” and love through non-violence. In this podcast, Dr. Karen unpacks the timeless wisdom of Dr. King that still provides inspiration and a road map for the enlightened people of … The post The Vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Nobel Peace Prize Accepta...

Do you focus on explaining the what and the how behind your decisions or do you focus on the why? In this podcast, Dr. Karen says, “There’s no fire without the why.” She also provides practical reasons to tap into the power of the “Why” for your organization and business. The post The Power of Articulating the Why of Leadership first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC® .

Do you wonder what fascinating details were behind the President’s Cup win by Tiger Woods and the American team? In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares leadership and team insights as she analyzes the reasons for the win of Tiger Woods and his High Performance Team. The same lessons apply to business and the workplace. The post Tiger Woods and the Presidents Cup: Teamwork in Action first appeared on TR...