Karen Flood, Founder and Managing Principal on Influential Women

Influential Woman · Educational Coaching and Consulting

Karen Flood

Founder and Managing Principal, Riverside College Coaching, LLC ·

Cambridge, MA 02138

1Year experience

Certifications · Degrees · Memberships

Degree Yale University Degree Harvard University (Master's and PhD in American Studies) Degree University of Central Florida (Higher Education Coaching Academy courses) Degree Beacon College Degree Landmark College

Her Story

About Karen

At Riverside College Coaching, our mission is to help students thrive in college. We support students' transition to college-level academics, enabling them to excel in coursework and manage their other responsibilities. Our ultimate aim is to increase a young adult's confidence and self-efficacy for college and beyond. Our deep knowledge of colleges and universities always informs our coaching work with students. Our approach is one of collaborative problem solving: we tailor each meeting to the student's current needs, while also advising on next steps to achieve their longer-term goals. Results include: stronger executive functioning, improved time management skills, more effective study techniques, better use of campus resources, and pursuit of academic and career opportunities.

Her Interview

Ten minutes with Karen

01What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?

Be clear on what most motivates you within the field. In addition to being excellent at your work, really listen to what is motivating you and find new opportunities when you are no longer feeling excited by the work. I learned to listen to myself when I felt I needed to move on to a new job.

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