Quite often I am asked what it is that I like most about being an entrepreneur and a portfolio business owner AND why I chose this path when my corporate career was successful and had a very bright trajectory. Well, the reasons are varied. Yet, in a nutshell, I embrace three truisms, in particular, which […]
There have been literally hundreds of articles written about the distinctions between being a LEADER and being a MANAGER. My intention in weighing in on this discussion is to dispel the myth that one is better than the other AND that the need for BOTH skill sets is ever present….more now than ever before. There […]
I venture to say, that there are few people in the world who have not been exposed or perhaps even victimized, by toxic people. These individuals may be wolves in sheep’s clothing, or ‘devout spiritual followers’ sitting in pious judgment supposedly supported by their religion, or passive aggressive individuals with deep demons which manifest in […]
What an honor to share stories from “Is This Seat Taken?” to a fantastic group of literary women in Little Rock, Arkansas….in fact the oldest book club in the state.
What an honor sharing stories from the “Is This Seat Taken?” book series in Little Rock, Arkansas this past week, at the city’s oldest book club. Such a privilege.
Thanks to Shivaun Palmer and Plaid for Women for highlighting my article on The Differentiator of Successful Leaders. Click here to read the article.
What a fun discussion sharing concepts of career progression, alignment, and what we learn from ‘Mean Girl’ experiences. And to top it off – sharing my book series “Is This Seat Taken?”. Click here to listen to the interview!https://youtu.be/i_1swjovWO8
Fortune published Kristin’s thoughts on how to ‘pitch’ an idea and have it stick!! Click here to read further: http://fortune.com/2015/09/07/kristin-kaufman-get-buy-in-for-idea/
What an honor for Fortune to pick up Kristin’s article on the difference (and varying importance) of being liked versus respected. What happens if your colleagues just don’t like you?!! Click here to read further: http://fortune.com/2016/06/01/your-colleagues-dont-like-you/
There have been many articles written about the ‘new world order’ and the new ‘you’ economy. We can muse about how this has come to be, and why it is now becoming the pervasive business model. Jobs being moved overseas, companies looking for a ‘better way’ to take their products to market, an aging workforce, and […]