Hi Reader, I’m sharing something raw, urgent, and intentionally imperfect. Navigating Chaos: A Manifesto for Principled Defiance and a Call to Lead Better. This isn’t just another leadership book; it’s a doctrine for those fed up with weak leadership, moral compromise, and systems that reward mediocrity. It’s for executives, managers, business owners, organizers, and professionals who refuse to become jerks to get ahead. The world doesn’t need more performative outrage; it needs leaders who:...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I’ve been running Karl Bimshas Consulting for years. I’ve helped tired, drifting professionals find clarity, confidence, and direction. And it worked. But it’s not enough anymore. We’re done nibbling at the edges of leadership’s problems. It’s time to rebuild something worthy. People don’t need another safe watering hole to rejuvenate. They need a crucible to be reforged. Not a Coach, A Catalyst We don’t cheerlead. We don’t “fix” people. We architect systems that demand integrity....
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, You're Invited to Pilot “LEAD WITH PURPOSE” A 12-Week Journey to Vision-Driven Leadership Leadership can feel isolating, chaotic, and ambiguous, especially when you're striving to do it right. You want to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose—without coming across as a jerk. That’s why I created Lead with Purpose—a 12-week, in-person workshop for professionals eager to transition from reactive to proactive and from scattered to strategic. Here’s what we’ll tackle together:...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, A few thoughts as we enter the week and I glance at the calendar. The world didn’t need another leadership consultancy in 2009, but busy, values-driven professionals who felt discouraged, underestimated, and overwhelmed needed reassurance that they could lead effectively—without being jerks. While easy to find, poor leadership—arising from incompetence, indifference, or outright malice—has always frustrated me. It depletes talent, stifles creativity, and erodes confidence. I’ve...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Reflections on Leadership — March 2025 Recap Hi Reader, Here’s a recap of leadership articles, tips, and merch. Karl Bimshas Consulting shared in March. If you’re a frequent reader, please share your thoughts via the Content Satisfaction Survey. We’d love to know what you think so we can make the content we produce valuable to you. Before we get started, here's the date for the next SparkLab Summit: REGISTER HERE March Articles The Oval Office Debacle: A Failure of Leadership and a Betrayal...
3 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, I'm curious: How have recent events impacted your organization's culture, and what leadership initiatives are you working on? Have you considered collaborating with Karl Bimshas Consulting to strengthen your team's resilience and adaptability in the face of these challenges? Reply to this email with your leadership challenges or wins, and let me know if there's an opportunity to help you strengthen yourself or your team. The Pro-Democracy Leadership Guide This free guide offers a...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Reflections on Leadership — February 2025 Recap Hi Reader, Here’s a recap of leadership articles, tips, and merch. Karl Bimshas Consulting shared in February. If you’re a frequent reader, please share your thoughts via the Content Satisfaction Survey. We’d love to know what you think so we can make the content we produce valuable to you. Before we get started, here's the date for the next SparkLab Summit: REGISTER HERE February Articles 7 Excuses You Make To Keep You from Leading Many people...
4 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Are you ready to take control of your leadership and career with confidence, clarity, and purpose? Lead with Purpose is a 12-week, action-focused program to help you break free from reactive leadership and reach your potential. GO TO THE WEBSITE AND SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS This isn’t your typical leadership theory course. It offers a practical, straightforward leadership development approach based on self-awareness, strategic action, and real-world application. You’ll acquire the...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, We've got a new SparkLab Summit in April; stay tuned for more info. Did you catch any of the "7 Excuses You Make to Keep You From Leading" series on Wake Up a Leader? I have several new tools to help you manage better and lead well in the pipeline. In the meantime, since it's Valentine's Day, you might be interested in listening to some of my lyrics. I launched this playlist in December and have been adding to it. I WANT TO LISTEN Keep advancing confidently in the direction of your...
4 months ago • 1 min read