What happens when life, business, and personal growth all shift at once? In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Julie Voris, keynote speaker at our upcoming Empowering Women in Real Estate® Conference, for a conversation that covers so much more than the title suggests. Julie and I talk about: This conversation is especially powerful for women in…
Have you ever felt unseen or irrelevant in your real estate career—despite decades of experience, countless transactions, and deep relationships built over time? In this raw and honest episode, host Karen Cooper opens up about what it feels like to be a seasoned woman in real estate navigating mid-life, evolving roles, and an industry that…
Realtor safety is something we don’t talk about nearly enough—but we should. In this episode, I’m joined by Shannon Cutler, a Canadian real estate agent and former homicide and SVU detective, for an honest and eye-opening conversation about staying safe while doing our jobs. From open houses to private showings in remote locations, our day-to-day…
It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through the year! Whether you’re off to a strong start or feeling like you’re behind, a mid-year review is the key to resetting, refocusing, and finishing strong. In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to evaluate your business at the halfway mark. We’ll dig into what’s…
It’s here! On today’s episode, I’m sharing all the details about our 5th Annual Empowering Women in Real Estate® Conference happening Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 in Ashburn, Virginia. From how the event has evolved over the years, to what makes this year’s conference extra special, you’ll get an inside look at the thought, care, and strategy that…
Authenticity is more than a buzzword—it’s a strategy. In this inspiring episode, I’m joined by Sara Tessel, a standout agent on our team who has built a thriving, multi-million dollar real estate business by showing up as herself. We dive into how Sara has grown her business through genuine connection, strategic use of social media, and…
In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing two powerful lessons that hit me recently—both rooted in how we show up as leaders in our lives and businesses. Whether you realize it or not, you are a leader—of your clients, your family, and your business. But are you leading yourself first? I’m opening up about what it really…
Today is my birthday—and I’m inviting you to celebrate with me! In this special birthday episode, I’m reflecting on the bold moves that have shaped every stage of my life and business over the past 23 years in real estate. From getting started in the industry, to building our team, launching Empowering Women in Real…
Today I’m sharing a special episode where I was interviewed on the Women & Money: The Shit We Don’t Talk About podcast, hosted by Barbara Provost and Maggie Nielsen—two incredible women doing important work through their platform, Purse Strings. In our conversation, we dive into the real stories behind women, money, and real estate—the ones we often…
What’s the difference between a pipeline that dries up and one that keeps producing? One word: follow-up. In this episode, I’m diving deep into the art (and science) of follow-up in your real estate business. Whether your lead timeline is five days or five months, staying top of mind is how you build trust—and close deals….