Karima Mariama-Arthur

A leading authority on leadership development and organizational performance management, Karima Mariama-Arthur brings more than 25 years of comprehensive, blue chip experience in law, business and academia to every client engagement. A shrewd advisor to distinguished organizations from DC to Dubai, her expert insights help clients to successfully navigate today's ever-changing and competitive global business environment. Karima is the author of the internationally acclaimed and 2019 NAACP Image Award nominated leadership guidebook, Poised For Excellence: Fundamental Principles of Effective Leadership in the Boardroom and Beyond (Palgrave Macmillan), which launched at the United States Military Academy at West Point. As an extension of her work, she speaks regularly both nationally and internationally in her areas of expertise and serves in an advisory capacity on select corporate boards.

Emotional Intelligence Is Crucial to Good Leadership—Here’s Why

Emotional intelligence in leadership is vital to helping your team thrive. But what is it? Read more to learn how EQ can help you succeed.

20 Time Management Skills & Strategies to Help You Tackle Your To-Do List

Looking to improve your time management skills? Business leaders share their best time management strategies and techniques in our latest explainer.

Why Leaders Need to Make Time for Self-Care

It can be easy to let work take over your life. But it’s important for leaders to participate in self-care. Here’s why—and what you can do.

How to Deal With Unexpected Change

Are you feeling rattled by the sudden shift in your routine? Here’s how to confront and deal with change, whether it’s expected or not.

No Matter How Busy, Why You Should Always Make Time for Brainstorming

Stepping away from the day-to-day routine to brainstorm helps churn out fresh ideas, evaluate options and make good decisions.

These 5 Attributes Comprise True Influence

No matter how you define “executive presence,” if you want to develop greater influence and in turn, greater personal and professional success, consider mastering the following key attributes.

How to Use Your Influence as a Leader

Power can be a tool or a weapon of influence, depending on the person holding it. As a leader, make sure you’re using it to build people up rather than tear them down.

Embracing Diversity, Increasing Inclusion: 3 Ways to Make Your Organization More Welcoming for All

If your organization is serious about creating a truly welcoming environment for a diverse workforce, then you should take a hard look at these three areas.

4 Ways to Build Grit When You Need It Most

Your internal drive to dig deep and overcome challenges will prove your biggest asset in times of uncertainty. Grit builds resilience—especially when you need a reason to keep going.

Do These 3 Things to Be Better at Decision-Making

If you’ve found yourself wavering a lot lately and want to become better at decision-making, follow these key steps.

4 Signs Stress Is Negatively Affecting Your Well-Being

Is stress impacting your overall health and wellness? Here’s how to know for sure, plus tips to help you navigate the symptoms.

5 Ways High-Achieving Women Can Break Through the Glass Ceiling

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, take these winning strategies with you.