Member of the Week for March 6, 2022 Dr. Karen Jacobson

About Dr. Karen Jacobson                                                                                                         

Israeli Military Commander, Doctor, Champion Ballroom Dancer. What these have in common isn’t the what, it’s the “who”.  Dr. Karen Jacobson is the founder of Aligned Leadership Academy offering effective strategies for creating YOUR highest edge and setting a PACE to develop High-Performance organizations.  She is the author of Power Conversations bringing to the table over 30 years of training experience with extensive knowledge in fields of Neuroscience, Emotional Intelligence, and Human Potential.

Dr. Karen Jacobson integrates her diverse background into her personal brand as a keynote speaker at state and national conferences and corporate events. Your audience and teams will leave energized and armed with an arsenal of new skillsets and tools, to provide lasting transformation.

What audiences you speak for? 
My audience ranges from small team training events to large conference keynotes. Industries include, finance, technology, healthcare and real estate. Dr. Karen’s Company is holds a Women’s Owned Small Business status and also works with local government/municipalities

What led you to this career?
What led me to this career is my belief that we all have a greater potential within us than what we express. I love seeing people
transform and shine as they unlock their ultimate potential

What’s one professional skill you’re currently working on?                                     
In my personal journey of self-improvement, I am working on better systems and strategies

What’s your go-to productivity trick?
My go-to productivity trick is that I focus on working during my personal “Power Hours” which are based on my productivity zone. I will story board my project by identifying the big idea first and then building out the framework to fill in the details.

Who has influenced you most when it comes to how you approach your work?    
I have had several mentors that have influenced me from chiropractic coaches to key people in the professional development space. The most influential person who started me on my path has been my late grandfather who taught me discipline, work ethics and the foundation to learning and growth

What’s a mistake you made early on in your career, and what did you learn from it?
The biggest mistake I had made earlier on in my speaking career was trusting the word of individuals without putting legal and financial measures in place. In both situations, people made promises without follow up.  While I worked hard to produce programs for both projects, met all deadlines without any compensation both individuals had changed their minds. The situation had set me back financially.  Biggest takeaway – no solid contract – no work

What’s a work-related accomplishment that you’re really proud of?                  
One of my biggest professional accomplishments was being part of a Phoenix based TV show. It was on during the time I was making my career change and I had the opportunity to work on both sides of the camera as a host, a coach as well as a producer 

What being a member of NSA-NT means to you (testimonial) 
As a newer member of NSA-NT I have felt embraced from day one and welcomed by other chapter members, they have shown willingness to connect whether in person or virtually. The monthly programs, labs and special events have been fantastic and provided valuable information for business growth

Something personal you want us to know- can be about family, a vacation, a favorite food- anything you care to share.
On a personal level I LOVE the performing arts!  I am a little bit of a “triple threat”. I started performing around age five and have never stopped.  I sing fluently in two languages and play guitar; I dance competitive Latin ballroom and have done some acting.

Contact info and Social Media info:

https://www.drkarenjacobson.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkarenjacobson/

https://www.facebook.com/DrKarenJacobson/

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https://www.youtube.com/c/DrKarenJacobson

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