
“Karen has earned the respect of our team because she tells it like it is in a manner that is well received versus what want to hear.”
~ Roland P Williams, GM Castro Valley Sanitary
Audio from "Lose Your Excuses, Gain A Life"
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Karen Gridley, The Excuse Removal Expert™, trains, facilitates and coaches people to maximize individual productivity in their day-to-day operations so you and your team get effective RESULTS!
Karen will show you how to overcome the hurdles blocking your success. She will show you how to Improve Communication, Develop Leadership Skills, Be Proactive and Accountable, and Complete Deliverables on Time.
Whether you hire Karen to deliver a keynote presentation or a professional development workshop, the members of your professional organization will talk about Karen's program for years to come.
"I love Karen’s approach because she’s entertaining, she’s humorous, and she has a very light but content-rich approach to the subject of removing excuses and getting success." Nancy Sanders, co-owner Three Dog Marketing, NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) member.
Karen speaks to a variety of audiences, click here to read what audience members say about Karen or to book Karen to speak at your next conference, workshop or meeting click here.
When your employees are your business, investing in their ability to communicate clearly, elevate performance, and improve productivity can determine the success of your business.
"Best training we've ever received. My team continues to reference Karen and the ideas she conveyed, in particular, not making excuses and taking responsibility for our actions." Roland P. Williams Jr, GM, Castro Valley Sanitary District.
Click here to schedule Karen for your next team meeting, training or a one-on-one session with the Excuse Removal Expert™.

Karen's one-on-one coaching programs are designed to provide business owners and individuals the ability to enhance communication skills, improve productivity and performance, and achieve work-life balance.
"With a professional and caring approach, Karen has taken me out of my “comfort zone” and enabled me to dramatically improve the way I approach day-to-day living. I have replaced excuse making and procrastination with new proactive and positive behaviors. As a result, I am much more productive and responsive professionally, and have improved my communication and organizational skills." David Hash, Owner, Continuum Consulting, AZ.
Enroll in Karen's customized coaching.
From
- Blaming
- Procrastination
- Stress
- Overwhelm
- Morale Issues
- Complacency
To
- Accountability
- Productive Action
- Work-life balance
- Effectiveness
- Greater Teamwork
- Leadership