The phrase 'put your head above the parapet' can be roughly interpreted as taking a risk with something – putting oneself out there. However, is it less about the risk and more about the time and effort in the architectural sector?

In a podcast with Stephen Drew (the mastermind behind Architecture Social) we talk about trials and tribulations of a career in Architecture, the joys of coaching, the online and offline world, overcoming difficult times and the power of experimentation.

RIBA article by Neal Morris: As host of the RIBA’s recent Future Leaders conference, Karen explains certain practices we can all adopt in order to make our high stakes conversions more effective.

Accepting stress as a natural bodily response to a situation can help you transform a threat into a challenge. You can channel that extra energy and focus to deal with the task ahead. Neal Morris writes for RIBA on my talk on Stress, given at a recent Future Leaders conference.

Architecture.com recently published an article: Four Steps to Transform your Professional Relationships, after one of my RIBA Future Leaders talks. I am pleased to have permission to reproduce it here, and give thanks to RIBA and the Author, Neal Morris.

In this one hour interactive webinar we look at how a clear vision and mission, reflecting the core values and purpose, is a winning strategy.

73% said the number one barrier for mid-level female architects being able to participate in self-development is ‘not enough time’. Yes, that old chestnut. And what a tricky one it is to tackle.

In a new series of articles I will be delving deeper into the report’s questions and themes, in order to draw out further actionable insights. They are primarily aimed at mid-level female architects themselves, but will also be of interest to managers and HR personnel who can put the recommendations into practice at company level.

The Leadership Foundation Series are five interactive webinars specifically designed for architects and designers exploring the various facets of leadership in the architectural practice - from organisation-wide to the individual perspective.

Are you a young or mid-level female architect? Would you like to know what advice mid-level female architects have for you? This new supplement of the report is out now.