Kathleen King
EdD, MEd, CPC
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Career Coach & Faculty Coach: Professional Coach, Training & Speaking Expert

Kathleen King Quick Facts
- Main Areas
- Adult Change and Development, Career Development, Technology Innovations for Professionals, Transformative Learning, Faculty Development, Distance Learning
- Best Sellers
- Helping adults create and pursue their professional futures from their dreams BEST SELLING BOOKS: (1) Bringing Transformative Learning to Life (2) Empowering Women through Literacy and (3) Podcasting for Teaching
- Career Focus
- Professional Career Coach, Motivational Speaker, Award Winning Author
- Affiliation
- AWARDS: Outstanding publicatio AERA (2009), Outstanding profesisonal service NYACCE 2009, 2006; Outstanding research award, POD 2005. ASSOCIATIONS: National Speakers Assoc. (NSA), American Society of Training & Development (ASTD); Professional and Organizational Development Network (POD); Association of Continuing Higher Education (ACHE); American Educational Research Association (AERA); ISTE; Educause; AAACE; Commission of Professors of Adult Education (CPAE); Coaching Institute International (CII)
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Dr. Kathleen (Kathy) P. King is a certified professional life coach, tenured full professor of education at Fordham University's Graduate School of Education in New York City, and president of Transformation Education, LLC. Her successful professional and faculty coaching build upon her many years of experience helping people transform their lives, and her doctoral studies and research in adult education and higher education.
Characterized by a compassionate spirit, keen insight and gentle humor, Kathy thrives on walking along side her coachees/clients on the often otherwise isolated professional and life jou ey.
Kathy has successfully guided numerous faculty through the tenure and promotion process, as well as launched many beginning and seasoned academics into more rewarding and productive careers of research, publication, teaching, using technology, and teaching and designing distance learning courses. She is well experienced in helping adults transition the different stages of their professional, personal and "family" lives as she has coached and mentored may people in different settings (ministry, professional development, and higher education).
In addition, Kathy is an award winning author of 17 books and over 130 published articles and research papers. Her books and web-based audio materials are used as course materials in universities worldwide and have a large following in the areas of faculty development, transformative learning, adult learning and distance education. She is also a popular, motivational keynote speaker and seminar leader in the USA and abroad for academic conferences and faculty groups.
"Kathy" has an EdD and MEd in Higher & Adult Education from Widener University, an MA in Theology, and a BA from Brown University. Providence, RI. She is certified in professional coaching by Coaches Institute International.
What People Say About Kathy's Coaching
- Kathy King is an exceptional coach, especially given the wealth of personal, academic and business experience that she shares with her clients. She has a unique ability to inspire greatness in others through her positive outlook and contagious enthusiasm. It is a pleasure to have her as a coach, and I know she will continue to assist many to confidently open and pass through new doors in their lives. ~ Stephanie C (2009)
- When I came to Kathy for assistance I was under so much pressure and thought it was impossible. She has helped me gain confidence in areas I did not think it possible. She helped me organize and diligently pursue my professional goals. She helps me push forward eagerly because of her belief in me and her enthusiasm. With Dr. King there is never a wrong answer, she asks the question in different ways until you understand what you need to discover. It is amazing how much I have accomplished by working with her as my coach. - Janice L. (2008-2009)
- Dr. Kathleen King's background in higher education has given her great skills for being a life coach and helping people to achieve their dreams. She displays sensitivity, insight, and a wealth of experience gained from her work with students and faculty. I am happy to recommend her coaching services. -Sybil L. Holloway, Psy.D. (7/2009)
- To learn more about Kathy's coaching services, please visit: www.transformationed.com/mentoringrn
- To contact Kathy directly, use the Self-Growth System or please visit: Coaching Inquiries for Dr. Kathy King
Free Articles & Book Excerpts
Surviving Tenure: Ten Lessons the TV Show Survivor Teaches Strategic Perspectives
http://ezinearticles.com/?id=2509386
Penguins & Netbooks - Budget Solutions For Education Birthed by Innovation!
http://ezinearticles.com/?id=2373078
Free Newsletter: Transformation Education!
http://transformationed.com/free-subscription/
Free Audio & Video Samples
Five Reasons People Seek Coaching: by Dr Kathy King
http://media.libsyn.com/media/retc/5ResonstoSeekCoaching-KKing.mp3
Transformation Edu LIVE! New Coaching Series
http://transformationed.com/podcast
Adventures in Transformative Learning
http://www.atlpodcast.org
The Teachers Podcast- PD on Demand!
http://www.teacherspodcast.org
Kathleen King Audio & Video Programs
Kathleen King Books
Empowering Women through Literacy: Views from Experience.
http://transformationed.com/bookstore2/
The Handbook of Evolving Research of Transformative Learning.
http://transformationed.com/handbook-for-las/
Podcasting for Teachers: Using a new technology to revolutionize teaching and learning.
http://transformationed.com/bookstore2/
Harnessing Innovative Technology in Higher Education (Distance Learning)
http://www.atwoodpublishing.com/books/255.htm
Bringing Transformative Learning to Life
http://transformationed.com/bookstore2/
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Surviving Tenure - Ten Lessons the TV Show Survivor Teaches Strategic Perspectives
Every time I share my analogy of tenure to the TV show Survivor™ faculty colleagues start laughing, nodding and poking each other like school children. Why do they react this way? Because the comparison strikes home so squarely and exposes the extreme pressure, high costs and yes, some, absurd, but necessary, strategies to successfully navigate the tenure process.
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Seven Myth Busters of Distance Learning
In this brief article, I expose some of the most common and deadly misconceptions about distance learning. And you want to read this. Why? Because if you do not consider the new trends and potential of distance learning, you may be ignoring or discounting vital opportunities to increase your career skills, complete your degree, or expand your professional relationships. That is correct, some of these myths are deadly for you, because even though the means to breathe new life into your career are sitting in your home, you are have decided to ignore them.
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Four Lessons About Change and Organizations from Intercultural Exchange with China
Many people have expressed an interest in my sharing this immensely eye-opening experience. The purpose is provide a basis for reflection on our own assumptions and appreciation for how we learn so much form walking with people of different cultures. I know you will find many helpful ways to apply these observations and principles to your own settings. This Ezine series provides 4 Lessons about Change. If you think the world at large is experiencing change quickly, the pace of change in China over the past 10-20 years is unmatched.
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Five Myth Busters of Changing Careers - Breaking Free to Reach Your Dreams
Aside from the statistics about the sheer number of careers across our lifetimes in 2009, there are a multitude of new perspectives on career planning, and career options. Was it an option to be a network engineer in a small office when you were a youngster? How about a nanotechnology researcher? Had you ever heard of international micro-loans? These are a few illustrations of newer trends in occupations and career path options. Even if you are not changing careers this month or this year, you will still need to adapt to changing job demands and responsibilities.
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Favorite Quotes & Thoughts from Kathleen King
My own life and professional jou ey has been one of significant changes and transformations. Having worked in the area of transformative learning for many years, provides a powerful basis for my professional and life coaching services.
In part, this quote illustrates how my expertise in adult development and change is such an asset to my clients. I thoroughly enjoy serving my coaching clients even as I continue working in my otehr active professional roles.
In everything I do I am passionate about supporting people in reaching their dreams. I find that coaching is a wonderful way to walk alongside people in their complex professional and personal life jou eys and help them enjoy the continuing transformations they want for their lives!I use our time together to help people clarify their goals and dreams, to develop a plan and strategies to reach it and finally to overcome the barriers that have held them back previously. Great coaching is drawing success from within the person to the outside for them and the world to see!
Many of my faculty clients also incorporate coaching and training in areas they have been seeking to learn: organizational skills, technology, distance learning, publishing, and more. As we develop your plan, we identify timelines for the goals and skills you need and we provide training or referrals to meet those needs. Many professionals and faculty have found this to be a powerful combination of services for them.
I look forward to discussing the possibility of working with you as that guide and unwavering support to help you reach the next levels of success you desire so much.
Contacting Kathleen King
Dr. Kathleen (Kathy) P. King, MEd, EdD, CPC
Certified Professional and Life Coach
Keynote Speaker, Author, & Professor
Tel: (201) 916-0575
Fax: (201) 458-9736
Email: kpking@Transformatio
Ed.com
Web: http://www.transformationed.com/speaker
Keep in touch with Dr. Kathy King!
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Free Express Service for your Coaching Inquiry
"I think everyone is capable of reaching their dreams.
How to get started
If you want to learn more about my coaching, check out the free articles and audios I have attached/linked to this web page. I have provided the material so you can get to know me better this way at first and consider how we might fit together as a team to advance your professional life.
If we establish a coaching relationship together, we will design a custom plan to meet your needs:
- Telephone, SKYPE, web, email, and in-person sessions are all options
- Frequency of sessions depends on your needs
- I will take direction from you regarding the focus and pace of our work
Are you ready for Kathy's Coaching Support to accelerate your success?
Contact me to explore the possibilities of professional and life coaching with me, please use the Free Express Service for Coaching Inquiries.You can learn more my coaching services by visiting the detailed coaching page at http://www.transformationed.com/speaker and also explore my consulting firm's site at Transformation Education (http://www.transformationed.com/).
Other highlights
COACHING SERVICES
In the process of providing professional and life coaching we support professionals, entreprenuers, and educators successful advancement in the many areas, including,
For All Professionals
- identifying goals, timelines and strategies for success
- comprehensive professional evaluation and planning
- ramping up your web presence: site planning and web site design
- maximize technolgoy, social media for your career needs
- publication development, editing and planning
- grant writing and publication support
- identifying new opportunities for advancement
- e-commerce
- business startups
- marketing
- leadership, management, organizational development
- training and HR planning
- technolgy strategies for reach, efficiency and effectiveness
- promotion, reappointment, and tenure preparation
- instructional support, including technology strategies and distance learning
- research agenda development, and more!
Through Transformation Education LLC we also have a tremendous team to meet varied technology, production and training needs of our clients and coachees as well!
POPULAR KEYNOTE SPEAKER
AND FACULTY DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP LEADER
Dr. Kathleen P. (Kathy) King is an interactive, motivational keynote speaker who invigorates and empowers audiences on several critical topics for life in the 21st century.
Visit our speaker site to review the selected list of some recent sessions she has conducted around the globe and to download her speaker sheet for your committee's preliminary selection process. www.TransformationEd.com/speaker
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT KATHY'S KEYNOTES
- Not only did she talk about transformation, she created a transformative experience for us! Thank you for changing our lives and helping us develop a new vision. -MA
- Dr. King, your insights and openness are gifts. Please keep opening educators' minds to the necessity and ease of digital tools and personal life choices. - LT
- Dr. King gave an excellent presentation and gave a lot of valuable information. I will definitely take this information back to my campus for faculty and will use info in my classroom and for personal use. -CAP Conference Evaluation 2008
Visit http://blog.transformationed.com for her upcoming conferences.