Kathleen Carlson

Founder and CEO

Straight Up Executive Consulting LLC

Kathleen Carlson has the gift of insight that couples beautifully with her love for people.  She is intuitive and skilled in big picture visioning.  She’ll assist you in finding and embracing your own inner light and support you in mapping out the steps to 
your best self.”

Kathleen Carlson has the gift of insight that couples beautifully with her love for people.  She is intuitive and skilled in big picture visioning.  She’ll assist you in finding and embracing your own inner light and support you in mapping out the steps to 
your best self.”

My Story

After spending 30+ years in various leadership roles in Corporate America, I understand the multiple demands every professional faces. Often there seems to be choices no one wants to make…and often do make unconsciously. I see many people going through the motions with the “whatever it takes” attitude. Unfortuanately many find the cost turns out to be way to high.

This may look like trouble at work, poor health, divorce, problems with children and in most extreme cases loss of life. It doesn’t have to be that way.

I have a system that brings clarity to every area of your life. This allows you to move forward with your vision. You will be more confident, more productive, save time, and most of all enjoy the life you have worked so hard to create!

Learn what to do…and what NOT to do to have Your Vision! Your Life! Your Way!

Vision

Our vision is a world where every female leader leads with from her authentic self, exudes confidence, and embodies competence, fostering a culture of empowerment and inclusivity.

Mission

Our mission is to cultivate a global community of female leaders driving positive change while balancing a life they love.

MY APPROACH

In our work together, I will support you on what will no doubt be the most important journey of your life so far. We will go within and envision, design, and achieve a life that supports both your professional and personal lives with excellence.

You will begin to live and love a life of purpose…your purpose!

Together we will master your psychology: release fears, doubts, limiting beliefs, and insecurities and help you to create confidence and new empowering beliefs. 90% of success is a head game! (P.S..same is true for failure).

You are an action taker…always have been. Sometimes these actions are on autopilot and may not be in your best interest. Learn to take ONLY the actions that fit into your plan.

You will ⭐️Save time! ⭐️Increase clarity! ⭐️Make better decisions easily and confidently!

At the end of this journey, you will finally be able to answer the question of what do I really want from life. We will journey to find what really is most important to you in eight major areas of your life.

Fall in Love with you all over again…or maybe for the first time!

You will know, understand and be ready to commit to;
Who you have to BE
and What you have to DO
to HAVE what you want in your life!

It’s a journey and go so worth it!

MY APPROACH

In our work together, I will support you on what will no doubt be the most important journey of your life so far. We will go within and envision, design, and achieve a life that supports both your professional and personal lives with excellence.

You will begin to live and love a life of purpose…your purpose!

Together we will master your psychology: release fears, doubts, limiting beliefs, and insecurities and help you to create confidence and new empowering beliefs. 90% of success is a head game! (P.S..same is true for failure).

You are an action taker…always have been. Sometimes these actions are on autopilot and may not be in your best interest. Learn to take ONLY the actions that fit into your plan.

You will ⭐️Save time! ⭐️Increase clarity! ⭐️Make better decisions easily and confidently!

At the end of this journey, you will finally be able to answer the question of what do I really want from life. We will journey to find what really is most important to you in eight major areas of your life.

Fall in Love with you all over again…or maybe for the first time!

You will know, understand and be ready to commit to;
Who you have to BE
and What you have to DO
to HAVE what you want in your life!

It’s a journey and go so worth it!

The Success Trap

Discover “The Success Trap” an eye-opening journey that challenges the relentless pursuit of success at the expense of your well-being.

Follow Kathleen Carlson’s transformative story, as featured in a renowned magazine, and unlock the keys to a balanced, purposeful life. Gain self-awareness, break limiting beliefs, and align your actions with your true desires.

Empowering women leaders, this material offers guidance, tools, and support for personal and professional success. Don’t miss the chance to escape the trap and embrace a fulfilling life of your own design. Click DOWNLOAD and embark on this empowering journey today.

Unlocking Your Extraordinary Journey Insights

Join me, in a captivating gallery video series that unlocks the transformative power of a balanced, purposeful life. Immerse yourself in engaging discussions with diverse interviewers as I share profound insights on self-awareness, breaking limiting beliefs, and aligning actions with your true desires. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable tools and actionable advice. Watch the videos now and let’s embark on a journey to unlock the keys to your extraordinary life.”

OVERCOMING ROADBLOCKS

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OVERCOMING

ROADBLOCKS

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OVERCOMING

ROADBLOCKS

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TURNING

POINTS SUMMIT

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About the author

  • Kathleen Carlson is a Best Selling International Co-author, Executive Consultant, speaker, coach, and facilitator with more than 30 years of leadership experience with a Fortune 50 Retailer. After retiring from a successful career, Kathleen created Straight Up Success Academy where she worked with retail executives to turn their managers into powerful leaders. Kathleen specializes in the soft skills required to build, lead, train and retain strong productive teams. Her passion for people and profits blend well with her philosophy that to be successful in today’s very diverse and ever changing environment, leaders must understand and embrace the fact that, “Regardless of the business you think you are in, the products of services you deliver, you are in the people business first.” 

    Today Kathleen offers a wide range of customized coaching programs and services from VIP one on one coaching and group coaching for professionals, to workshops, webinars/seminars and keynote speeches as well as online programs.

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In the second volume of Turning Points, successful entrepreneurs explore how the difficult times in our lives can transform our outlook and elevate the way we do business. Each author looks at a defining moment in their life that has transformed the very core of their business. By reading the stories of these inspiring authors, you’ll discover the secret to elevating your career and increasing your profits with a heart-forward approach.

VISIBILITY: Success Stories from Elite Leaders Making An IMPACT from the Stage” is a collaborative book featuring contributions from successful thought leaders in various industries. The book provides a unique perspective on the importance of visibility and offers insights and strategies for building a strong personal brand. Each chapter provides practical advice on increasing visibility through different channels, including digital marketing, speaking engagements, events, and media appearances. The contributors share their personal stories and experiences, providing readers with valuable insights and lessons learned from their own journeys to success.