Category Archives: Parenting

Posts About Parenting, Children

Planning for the Unexpected

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Karen

There is no good time to have a family! There is certainly such a thing as being too young, and on the flip side, there is such a thing as waiting too long! Why do I bring this up? Because … Continue reading →

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The Other Business Model

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Karen

In my new book, Entrepreneur Extraordinaire, my chapter is on business models. In this chapter, I discuss what a business model is, what it isn’t, and how to choose one that is right for you and your business. So what … Continue reading →

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The Balancing Act Part II

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Karen

Yesterday I spoke on work/life balance for an absolutely fabulous roomful of ladies at a Houston Women’s Luncheon. This particular women’s group consisted of graduates from my alma mater, Texas A&M University; and I was honored to be asked to … Continue reading →

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The Balancing Act

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Karen

Work and Life Balance – is there even such a thing? Last week I gave my signature talk on “The Balancing Act” – learning to balance work and family – to the TBPW in northwest Houston. (If you missed it, … Continue reading →

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Tips for Stress Management

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Karen

I am pleased to have this guest post from Joyce M. Gayles, PhD. Dr. Gales is a Clinical Psychologist and Life Coach, whom I saw speak recently at a networking luncheon. Her topic, on how to reduce and avoid stress … Continue reading →

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Is Part-Time Work Really Ideal for Working Moms?

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Karen

In 2008 (the most recent year I could find data for) 44% of moms working full-time outside the home said they’d take a pay cut if it meant they could spend more time with their kids, according to CareerBuilder.com. This … Continue reading →

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Have you ever been ambushed? Learning to Anticipate the Movements of Others

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Karen

Recently we took my young son to a petting zoo. All of the animals were in a fenced pen, so they couldn’t escape (and more importantly neither could my son!). Even though I was a tad apprehensive about putting him … Continue reading →

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A ball in my houseshoe? A door hanger in my bathtub? A block on my bookshelf?

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Karen

A ball in my houseshoe ?  A decorative door hanger in my bathtub? A toy block on my bookshelf? The other morning I woke up and slipped on my houseshoes lying by the side of my bed. As I pulled … Continue reading →

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What exactly is a “Full-Time Woman”?

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Karen

In response to some feedback I received as a result of January’s “Ultimate Blog Challenge,” I thought I would go ahead and define the concept of a “Full-Time Woman.” When I use that term, most women immediately “get it.” It … Continue reading →

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Parenting Predicaments

Posted on January 9, 2011 by Karen

This is a little bit of a departure from my previous blog posts, but this is one I want to direct to all of the moms out there. What do you when your children disappoint you? One of my “themes” … Continue reading →

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