Please introduce yourself to our audience.
My name is Karen KJ Johnson, simply known as KJ. As a talented brand expert, gifted trainer and published author, I’m on a mission to help executives, leaders and individuals unlock their brilliance through development of their personal brand leadership. I coach, educate and mentor by providing strategies to help build a brand of higher purpose. Founder & CEO of KJ Strategy Design Studio, I have over 25 years of experience in educating, coaching and consulting organizations and professionals to become the best version of themselves. I have received numerous awards, accolades and nominations, including being named among the “Top 25 Purpose Driven Women to Watch”, being among six Dallas women entrepreneurs honored at the annual “Making History in Heels” for outstanding contributions in areas of mentoring, educating & inspiring the community, voted “Best Corporate Trainer & Facilitator”, nominated for both “Influential Phenomenal Woman”& “You Inspire Me” awards. I am featured in the 2020 Today’s Purpose Women Calendar (Ms. November) and featured in the 2019 holiday edition of Today’s Purpose Woman Magazine. My proudest roles are being mother to my son, Chester and being glam-ma to my glam-daughter, Legacee.
Tell us about your business.
KJ Strategy Design Studio is a brand training & development company dedicated to elevating brands (executives, leaders, individuals & small businesses) to a higher business of purpose. We unlock the essence of your core, align your purpose & why and showcase your brilliance through the power of the Brand I model (Inspire, Impact, Influence & Imprint)
What are you currently working on?
We are working on quite a few exciting initiatives for our clients. The next major initiative to launch will be the Brand I Academy. This will be an online school offering branding, marketing and leadership courses. Our clients have been asking and we are expecting to launch Spring 2020. Another major initiative, launching in 2020, will be the Brand I Collection. It will be a collection of active wear, jewelry, accessories and much, much more, designed to be a reminder to help the consumer inspire, impact, influence and leave a lasting imprint on the hearts and minds of those they encounter.
What does the word influence mean to you?
Influence is a powerful word and if misused can be damaging to others. However, when effectively used it is about modeling a level of high standards of ethical behavior. When you can demonstrate this level of discipline you have the capacity to affect the behavior, character and development of others for the better.
How do you bounce back after a setback?
When you understand setbacks are part of the process it provides a different perspective. When I experience a setback, I make it a practice to conduct an analysis to determine what could have been done differently. What areas were not properly prepared? If I’m being totally transparent, conducting an analysis is not always my first reaction. Sometimes I have a pity party, cry and ask, “Why me”? My pity parties are only for 15 minutes. When that time has expired, I put my head back in the game and get back to work.
Karen KJ Johnson
Brand Expert, Gifted Trainer and Published Author
How can people stay connected with you?
You can connect and/or follow me on the following social media sites:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kjsdstudio
Instagram: www.instagram.com/kj_strategy_design_studio
Email: karen@kjsdstudio.com or kjsdstudio@gmail.com
KJ, what a great article! It captured the essence of who you are as a person and the core foundation of your company’s focus and impact! Love your Brand I model! Keep shining and congratulations Powerhouse Woman!!!!
Pamela, your comments truly touched my heart!! Thank you so much, Queen!!
Ive seen her in action and I’ve learned a few of her trade secrets and I agree that shes a gifted speaker and branding expert.
I look forward to seeing her new academy and I brand collection. Congrats and much continued success.
Thank you, Teresa!!! I’m excited about the Brand I Academy & Collection!! I know its going to make a major impact!! Thank you for your continual support!!
This is Awesome! Congratulations on all your Accomplishments thus far!
My name is Angela Evans. I am an Evangelist, Author, Founder & CEO of Young Women With Purpose (Mentoring Program for teen girls) & a Talk Radio Show Broadcaster on The Glory Network!
Thank you Evangelist!!! May God continue to bless you!!
This is amazing article to read. Her insight on branding is amazing. She truly live out what she teach other.
Awww, thank you so much Laurasha!!!
Ms Kj Johnson, thank you for what you do in our society. Your services help individuals and companies reach their level of excellence.
YOU ARE TRULY A POWER HOUSE!!
I will keep my eyes on you for 2020.
Please connect with me so I can share your brand
Jeffrey, thank you so much!!! I truly appreciate it!! May God bless you and yours
This was a great article. I especially like her meaning on the word influence and how it plays an important role in our standards and behavior. The insight she provided about bouncing back from a setback was particular encouraging because it points out that although we face difficulty we have to deal with our emotions and then get our head back in the game. Again, this was a great article.
Thank you so much, Cicone!!! I love your aha moments!! Thank you again!
GREAT interview, but my main takeaway (lots of them) was putting a deadline on the pity party: 15 minutes tops! Love it! You want branding advice, KJ is definitely your go to person; she knows her stuff.
Oh wow, Donna….thank you so much!!! I’m so glad the 15 min. tip stood out!. It’s very powerful!!!
Again, thank you Sis!! May God continue to shine on you!!
Awesome write up… THE BEST IS YET TO COME SIS KEEP L👀KN UP 🥰👍🤗💥
Linda, I can’t thank you enough!!! I receive it in Jesus name!! Glory!!! Keep me lifted up!!!
Congratulations Karen KJ Johnson. Super Excited and Proud of your Accomplishments. Cheers!
Dee, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
Karen KJ Johnson this article is only a SNEAK PEAK of who you are and what you bring to the table. Congratulations once again and I know 2020 is just a prelude to bigger and better things for you and your brand. Blessings
Awwwww, thank you so much Cassandra!! I’m truly humbled at your prophetic words!!! Keep me lifted up in prayer!!! May God continue to bless you!!
KJ
First a Woman of God with a passion to help others achieve their goals! She’s poised with grace, beauty, and talent! She bold yet humble! You deserve this amazing honor! Your gift for marketing exceeds the classroom, it’s anointed! I wish you much success!
All the best
Regina ❤️