Karen Main

Author, public speaker, and leadership consultant

Karen Main is passionate about ridding organizations of lousy leadership. Her educational programs and presentations offer clarity and practical advice to professionals as they cope with the pressures and demands of today’s workplace. Karen is the author of the forthcoming “Pitfalls and Possibilities: A Leadership Fable,” and offers online training on-demand, in-person workshops, and coaching and consultation through her company, Innovations in Training.

Visit her website: karenmain.com, connect with her on LinkedIn (theleadershipexpert) or follow her on Twitter (@karenmain) or Instagram (karenlmain).

Articles•by Karen Main•June 16, 2021

From Frustrating to Effective: Changing Charged Conversations

A fictional conversation between a school district transportation director and a human resources liaison illustrates ways to achieve positive results when discussing difficult employee behavior.

Articles•by Karen Main•March 19, 2021

How to Have Productive Conversations About Difficult Employee Behavior

Addressing workplace problems can be a delicate matter, but the conversations about them don’t have to be difficult. Done right, they can produce a positive outcome.

Articles•by Karen Main•August 26, 2020

4 Tips for Leading Through Tough Times

During the challenges brought about by the pandemic, leaders should remember to keep their role in perspective, focus on a positive outlook of the future and their team’s strengths, and give themselves a break.

•by Karen Main•August 26, 2020

4 Tips for Leading Through Tough Times

Articles•by Karen Main•March 26, 2020

Creating a Positive Workplace Boosts Productivity

Maintaining an upbeat spirit helps to engage employees, improve performance, and increase retention, factors that enhance an organization’s image. Measures such as bonding with food and recognizing accomplishments can cultivate happiness at work.