Kari's Blog

A constraint is a limitation that can affect a leader’s ability to act.  However, when approached with a different perspective, these same constraints offer “gifts” because they have the potential to broaden your thinking and open your potential.  In other words, constraints are great liberators of new possibilities.  When…

Did you know the human brain is naturally wired to resist change?  Some leadership experts even contribute the human brain’s resistance to change as one cause for organizational failure.  Breakthroughs in neuroscience are revealing more about what motivates people and how leaders can leverage emotional intelligence for better decision…

Serving others as “The Connection Coach” means consulting professionals on the art of networking smart. Knowing how to plan, connect and grow mutually beneficial relationships holds many benefits for today’s thought leaders. You probably already know that having a vast network of resources to lean on…

Socrates once said, “The unexamined life is not worth leading” but sometimes the toughest person to lead is yourself. Since an unexamined leader is not usually worth following, if you’re in a position to inspire others, remember that the more questions you ask, the better leader you become. Whether you’re…

Fostering a spirit of “connectedness” – open communication among leaders and employees – is a formula for success in today’s workplace. Building internal connectedness by holding regular positive conversations with others can help your company execute strategies successfully. Disconnected employees don’t engage with each other, your leadership team or with…