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Karen Smythe
Karen Smythe is the director, coach and facilitator at The Vibrant Edge Pty Ltd, where she brings opportunities in training, coaching and team development to the global workforce.
With 33 years of international experience in corporate and educational institutions, in a wide range of subjects for diverse groups and ages, she is dedicated to helping people to work efficiently and effectively.
Throughout the years Karen has developed an interactive, impactful and fun training style to convert training to vibrant learning experiences.
On top of developing others, Karen is dedicated to the continual upgrading of her own skills and has a Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment and Small Business Management, a Diploma in Life Coaching, Counselling and Social Media Management.
Furthermore, Karen is an Advanced Emergenetics Associate and a Certified Emergenetics ESP Consultant. She has co-designed and developed Speak up for Sport, a training program that develops young athletes in professionalism on and off the field.
When she is not writing new books, developing her skill set or engaged in workshops or speaking opportunities, you can find her at sporting events encouraging her favourite team (in a matching jersey) or travelling to explore unfamiliar places.
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