by Karen K. Lemke I was recently asked how I was “making it happen” on my journey in business and life. After pondering that thought-provoking question for a while, I realized there are three key nuggets on my path to making it happen. Perhaps you’ve found these nuggets along your […]
by Karen K. Lemke Have you ever received feedback that knocked you down? You know, those “helpful” assessments and reviews and 360-degree tools that we’re supposed to appreciate? Well, if you’re like me, you haven’t always been grateful for those “gifts” of feedback. In fact, you may have really struggled […]
by Karen K. Lemke First, Leader, KNOW Thyself… Next, Leader, BE Thyself… Then, Leader, SHOW Thyself… Then, Leader, NURTURE Thyself.. And finally, Leader, GROW Thyself. In practice, this means… Study yourself and understand yourself… and APPRECIATE yourself. Really get to know yourself, and become your own best friend. Get comfortable […]
By Karen K. Lemke Have the recipient’s best interests at heart. Remember, this is “soul work.” You are taking into your hands the essence of another person. Treat it with respect and dignity. Put on your kid gloves. Exercise a coaching philosophy. Don’t exert power. Practice compassion: Imagine YOU are […]
By Karen K. Lemke I have spent my entire life (to this point) believing I had to earn love… and the way to earn love was to always be entirely (perfectly) perfect. So, especially when I faltered or took a misstep or, God forbid, made an outright mistake, I spent […]