Do you or others in your organization, metaphorically, wear protective masks at work? Many organizations do not realize the various masks their team members are wearing or feel they must wear. How do you recognize this tendency to mask and what can you do to eradicate the conditions that make masks feel necessary in your organization? Listen to this podcast where Dr. Karen removes the masks off the mask syndrome.
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To what extent is your organization a diverse and multicultural workplace? In this podcast, Dr. Karen explores both the advantages and challenges of leading diversity. Which of the three aspects are easiest and most difficult for most organizations? Don’t miss this one!
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What may be perceived as normal and ordinary in one culture may be experienced as unacceptable in another. Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen explains why you may not be the yardstick of acceptability.
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Cultures enrich our lives, experiences, and successes and they also present some key challenges for us to overcome. Dr. Karen shares some fun and fascinating stories as well as insights for cross-cultural relations on this podcast. You will have to listen to find out the rest of the story!
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In this podcast, Dr. Karen makes some profound admissions about generational differences. Listen to this podcast to learn more and to benefit from the special assignment at the end.
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Who used good will to create his great wealth and success? In this podcast, Dr. Karen talks about how leaders can succeed by finding and supporting the collective good in their work places. For more information on the first Black millionaires, see the book, Black Fortunes: The Story of the First Six African Americans Who Escaped Slavery and Became Millionaires by Shomari Wills.
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How did the belief in a better future, standing up for himself and, continuous learning free Frederick Douglass from slavery? In this podcast Dr. Karen talks about how these same traits are critical for leadership today. For more information on Frederick Douglass see his 1845 book, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass An American Slave, by Frederick Douglass.
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Even a man of great faith can become afraid and start to feel at times as if all hope is lost. Where did Dr. King get his courage and what can you learn from him? Listen to this fascinating podcast as Dr. Karen concludes her special tribute to Dr. King.
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How does calling people to their deeper aspirational ideals, values, and commitments make a difference? Listen to this podcast as Dr. Karen describes how word pictures have tremendous power to motivate and move people.
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An inclusive vision is a vision that captures the hearts and minds of all relevant people. In this podcast, Dr. Karen shares key insights and four strategies that are crucial when creating an inclusive vision.
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