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1 week ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
Thank you for making time to visit with us about a 'top of mind' topic. Our readers would like to get to know you a bit better. Can you please tell us about one or two life experiences that most shaped who you are today? The first life experience that shaped who I am today is having my daughter. Becoming a mother was such a life changing experience because up until that point, I was focused on me and my life and all the things I needed to do in order to feel fulfilled.
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1 week ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
Thank you for making time to visit with us about a 'top of mind' topic. Our readers would like to get to know you a bit better. Can you please tell us about one or two life experiences that most shaped who you are today? My best friend with whom I grew up, Anne, arrived in her mother's arms as an infant through adoption.
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2 weeks ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
In-depth Interviews with Authorities in Business, Pop Culture, Wellness, Social Impact, and Tech. We use interviews to draw out stories that are both empowering and actionable. Drawing on my experience at Zeffy and conversations with hundreds of nonprofit leaders, here are five essential components:1. A clear mission2. Strong leadership3. Reliable funding4. Community support5.
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1 month ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
Karen Mangia·FollowPublished inAuthority Magazine·6 min read·--Diverse funding sources. Relying on a single source of funding is risky. Support should come from multiple places, especially from those who believe in the mission. For someone who wants to set aside money to establish a Philanthropic Foundation or Fund, what does it take to make sure your resources are being impactful and truly effective?
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1 month ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
An Interview with Karen MangiaKaren Mangia·FollowPublished inAuthority Magazine·12 min read·--Effective coaches don’t just ask what happened, they ask why and what’s next. It’s about uncovering the real challenge behind the surface problem.
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1 month ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
An Interview With Karen MangiaKaren Mangia·FollowPublished inAuthority Magazine·6 min read·--Bring Followers Along — Rather than just showing the finished product, I love showing behind the scenes creation of the canvas, the chaos of packaging in HQ, and even admitting there are days when I feel completely underwater. We often use the term “Influencers” to describe people with significant social media followings on platforms like Instagram, Twitter TikTok, Youtube, Linkedin and Facebook.
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1 month ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
An Interview With Karen MangiaKaren Mangia·FollowPublished inAuthority Magazine·7 min read·--Fable Beard Co. builds a loyal social media following through storytelling, engaging directly with our community, and creating fun, interactive campaigns. By showcasing authenticity and behind-the-scenes moments, we make followers feel like part of the brand’s journey. Our exclusive groups and creative contests drive deeper connections, while celebrating customer stories and experiences.
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1 month ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
An Interview with Karen MangiaKaren Mangia·FollowPublished inAuthority Magazine·9 min read·--It starts with aligning very specifically on what does success look like, and what are your standards for what good looks like in very concrete terms, as they can be subjective. The number one leadership initiative in any organization today is improved coaching. Coaching empowers employees, empowerment drives engagement, and engagement drives performance. At its core, coaching is about transformation.
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1 month ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
An Interview with Karen MangiaKaren Mangia·FollowPublished inAuthority Magazine·7 min read·--Strategic Planning. Work together to develop a Strategic Plan for 5 years max. Realize that this is not a static document but continually guiding everyone in the organization forward. It needs to be changed and edited to accomplish the overall goal. (In our case, BHAG, Big Hairy Audacious Goal) This plan should include everything from Program to Financial goals.
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1 month ago | 
medium.com | Karen Mangia
An Interview with Karen MangiaKaren Mangia·FollowPublished inAuthority Magazine·10 min read·--Gain buy-in first. As I’ve just mentioned above, the success of a leadership program will depend on the willingness of those asked to participate. Employees don’t want to feel as though they’re not good enough, so communicate why you feel they’d benefit from the coaching program before signing them up. The number one leadership initiative in any organization today is improved coaching.
