August 2025

Karen Kaufman on Presence, Image, and the Quiet Power of Reinvention
an interview with Mary McCorvey, Experience Over Expectation

What if the way you show up could shape your future more than any resume?

In this episode, Mary sits  down with Karen Kaufman, executive coach, personal branding expert, and author of Magic: Making a Good Impression Count (On and Off the Golf Course). For over 30 years, Karen has helped people refine how they’re seen—starting with how they see themselves.

But this isn’t just a conversation about charm school or dress codes. It’s about healing the messages we were told as children, stepping into who we really are, and learning that presence—true presence—is a practice of self-worth.

We talk about:

• The power of first impressions—and why they’re hard to undo
• How personal image and self-image are inseparable What golf teaches us about temperament, trust, and business relationships
• Why reinvention isn’t cosmetic—it’s courageous
• And what it really means to evolve your brand from the inside out

Karen also shares a moving story about helping a grieving client rediscover her spark—and the wardrobe to match. ✨

This episode is for anyone who’s ever been underestimated, overlooked, or told to play small. It’s a reminder that how you carry yourself can be an act of both healing and power.

Special for Our Listeners: Karen is offering a free download of her signature “Factors of Leadership” profile. Just email kk@kpartners.com with “Experience Over Expectation” in the subject line to receive it.

📘 Her book Magic is available on Kindle for just $0.99 for a limited time. You can also grab the paperback on Amazon. Leave a review if it speaks to you—it helps more than you know.