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No More Drifting

April 23, 2025 Karl Bimshas

Kaarl Bimshas Consulting, Keepiing leadership drift at bay

How Karl Bimshas Consulting Helps You Become a Stronger Leader—Without Becoming a Jerk Leadership can be challenging, especially when you feel like you’re navigating alone, unsure of your next move, stuck in the fog, and second-guessing your … [Read more...]

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Write Advice

October 22, 2019 Karl Bimshas

"Write Advice" is ten years old. It's another short book full of inspirations, tips, and thoughts for leaders and artists. It's now available on Leadershirts Plus with a new cover. Please share it with your writer friends who are feeling "stuck" … [Read more...]

Offers, Reflections on Leadership

Leadership Fitness Checklist

January 17, 2019 Karl Bimshas

By now, the majority of those who joined a gym to support their New Year resolution are having second thoughts. They’re not committed to their commitment. For the majority, the pain it takes to achieve their goal is not worth the effort. Of course, … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Goals, Leadership, Offers, Purpose, Reflections on Leadership Basic Leadership Fitness

Your Performance

October 16, 2018 Karl Bimshas

National Boss’s Day is a great time to reflect on your performance, even if you work alone and you're your own boss. Download a free pdf from Karl Bimshas Consulting and assess yourself, a key individual or an entire team. Have a desire … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Offers, Reflections on Leadership Bosses Day

You Can Be an Amazing Leader. We Can Help.

September 26, 2018 Karl Bimshas

One of the best ways to avoid lousy leaders is by becoming a better leader yourself. When you do that, two things happen. You gain some insight and perhaps empathy for the leader which gives you a thoughtful perspective. You gain the skill, … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Offers, Reflections on Leadership

We Don’t Solve Your Problems

September 23, 2018 Karl Bimshas

You don't need to be rescued, saved, or protected. You need to be reminded, heard, and respected. We don't solve your problems. We show you the tools you could use yourself to solve your own damn problems in your own beautiful way. Your needs … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Offers, Reflections on Leadership

Fail Well

August 26, 2018 Karl Bimshas

Reminder, if you're not afraid to fail, you are already a stronger leader than most. It means you have humility and curiosity. You may have fears, but they are not greater than your bravery. If you do fail, your attitude ensures you'll still learn … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Communication, Leadership, Offers, Reflections on Leadership Leadershirts

I Want Your Leadership Business

August 20, 2018 Karl Bimshas

It would be generous to say that of those who are currently in a leadership position, about 50% actively care about personal and team improvement. As a regular reader of my newsletter, blog, and books, or a listener of my show, you’re different. … [Read more...]

Leadership, Offers, Reflections on Leadership

Leadership Can Be Lonely

August 8, 2018 Karl Bimshas

Did you know many busy leaders feel like an imposter because they are struggling with their self-leadership? As a result, their confidence takes a hit, and they find themselves failing to speak up or advocate for better ideas. They tuck away … [Read more...]

Leadership, Offers, Reflections on Leadership

Friends Don’t Let Friends Become Lousy Leaders

August 7, 2018 Karl Bimshas

Ever come across a friend or family member who was screwing up their leadership? It usually happens about 18 months into their role. By that time the honeymoon is over and they start clashing with employees and colleagues. You might not notice it … [Read more...]

Leadership, Offers, Reflections on Leadership

Rejecting Leadership

July 19, 2018 Karl Bimshas

There's a trend where a lot of good people are distancing themselves from the term, "leader," because it leaves a bad taste in their mouth. What about you? Do you reject leadership? I can't blame you, you might have lousy role models, be … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Leadership, Offers, Reflections on Leadership

Summer Special on Assessments

July 1, 2018 Karl Bimshas

Karl Bimshas Consulting's popular leadership assessments are a quick way to get a sense of self and gain perspective. 📕DISC, for how you communicate 📗Emotional Intelligence, for how you make decisions 📘Hartman Value … [Read more...]

Leadership, Offers, Productivity, Reflections on Leadership Leadership Assessments

How to Fix Your Whine at Work

May 30, 2018 Karl Bimshas

Whining is unattractive, unproductive and unprofessional. I’m pleased to announce part-one of a new three-part leadership series of e-books for busy professionals who want to manage better and lead well.   “How to Fix Your Whine at … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Offers, Reflections on Leadership book launch, e-book

Enjoy Leading or Don’t Lead

April 13, 2018 Karl Bimshas

Not every day is sunshine and unicorns. Leading is not always fun. You need to make tough decisions between choices that aren't any good. That is what leaders do. If you thought it was giving commands to people to satisfy your whim, you … [Read more...]

Communication, Leadership, Offers, Purpose Happy Warrior

There’s a lot of Great Leadership Out There

April 11, 2018 Karl Bimshas

 There's a lot of great leadership out there. The problem is, many of the great leaders are not in leadership positions. Partly because some of them do not consider what they do to be leadership. Their humility is refreshing, but they are wrong, … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Goals, Leadership, Offers Video

Your Professional Bio

January 9, 2018 Karl Bimshas

When was the last time you updated your bio? A professional biography should put your best foot forward. Does yours? Does your bio still reflect who you are and where you want to go, or has it become stale? Does it attract the attention of your … [Read more...]

Offers, Writing Services Bio, content services

Are you Ready to Lead?

August 22, 2017 Karl Bimshas

Summer is waning. Are you ready to lead? The quick video below reminds viewers that Karl Bimshas Consulting is the wise alternative between big name (big fee) firms and sketchy coffee shop-surfing coaches. We have the business acumen for … [Read more...]

Audio, Leadership, Offers, Reflections on Leadership, Uncategorized

Is Your Leadership Working?

May 18, 2017 Karl Bimshas

There’s a strong chance that your leadership isn't working, and you may not even know it. Leadership success increases by doubling down on your strengths, acknowledging your weaknesses, and adapting to the current reality. Do you want to strive … [Read more...]

Leadership, Offers Coaching

Your Year Was Not Great

December 21, 2016 Karl Bimshas

Your year was not great. The majority of the people you know didn't have a great year either. How can that be? Most people start the year filled with hope and optimism. Great attributes, but a poor substitute for persistence and pragmatism. … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Goals, Leadership, Offers, Reflections on Leadership

Lisa Invested in Leadership Development

December 13, 2016 Karl Bimshas

Lisa Invested in Leadership Development [inbound_button font_size="20" color="#ff8000" text_color="#ffffff" icon="" url="http://www.bimshasconsulting.com/monthly-offer/" width="" target="_blank"]I want to know more[/inbound_button] … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Leadership, Offers

New Book – Leaders Don’t Shrug

April 12, 2016 Karl Bimshas

I'd like to introduce you to my latest book.   Leaders Don't Shrug; Advice for Busy Professionals is a collection of quick reminders, advice, and humor for busy professionals who want to be better leaders.   The big thoughts inside this small … [Read more...]

Leadership, Offers Book, Karl Bimshas

8 Ways Working with Karl Bimshas Consulting Can Make you Better

April 9, 2016 Karl Bimshas

1. Know Yourself Better Choose from several assessments like DISC, the most widely used behavior profiling tool of its kind, supported by decades of research and continuous validation. (Consider a 4-pack) or Leadership 31, from Karl Bimshas … [Read more...]

Leadership, Offers, Reflections on Leadership

Plan on Success

December 1, 2014 Karl Bimshas

At the end of every year, busy professionals are faced with the problem of a nagging sensation that they neglected their personal goals; because they did.  Sustaining high-performance in your professional life can take a toll. That’s why I … [Read more...]

Aha Tools, Goals, Leadership, Offers, Purpose

Spring into Action

March 20, 2014 Karl Bimshas

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Offers Spring

This Year Is Going To Be Different

November 29, 2013 Karl Bimshas Leave a Comment

If the phrase, "This year is going to be different" has waltzed through your mind lately, this special weekend offer is for you.   You don't have to be sold on solving problems with a fresh perspective and you already know the benefits of … [Read more...]

Offers Coaching

Finish Strong

November 27, 2013 Karl Bimshas Leave a Comment

End the year with a bang, not a blah.   Since 2009 Karl Bimshas Consulting has been helping motivated leaders artists and entrepreneurs find the a-ha within and reach their goals. There aren’t many days left in this year and you might be … [Read more...]

Goals, Offers, Purpose

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EVENTS

SparkLab Summit September 13, 2025

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  • 392. Do You Recognize Them?
  • 391. The Kind Modern Leader
  • 390. Sometimes, Leaders Forget to Prepare for Their Success
  • 389. Building Accountability into Leadership
  • 388. Practice Leadership on the S.I.D.E.
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  • 386. Weak Leaders Fear Empathy; Strong Leaders Use It

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