Off the Fence with Karen Covy: Mastering Decision Making, Divorce & More

Reinvention After 40 Is Possible—and Powerful

“You deserve to be happy.” That one sentence changed everything. It changed her career, got her through her divorce, and started her personal reinvention after 40. Karlin Clayton, a certified leadership executive and career coach with over 20 years of corporate talent development experience, has navigated multiple major life transitions. She has lived through major identity shifts. Now she brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to helping others do the same.In this podcast episode, Karlin shares her values-based technique for building a more fulfilling life from the ground up.Whether you're considering making a major transition or you’re already deep in the middle of one, this conversation will provide you with simple, actionable steps so you can start moving forward at any age or stage. Karlin’s insights provide an empowering reminder that you get to decide what comes next in your life.About KarlinKarlin Clayton is a certified leadership, executive, and career coach who brings over 20 years of corporate talent development and people leader experience to her coaching relationships and organizational initiatives. During her tenure as an HR executive, she worked with all levels of leaders to build skill and enhance effectiveness through growth-oriented goal setting and achievement. She has deep experience in managing cross-functional relationships and large-scale programs. As a coach, she brings an empathetic, strength-based approach to meet people where they are, supporting them in taking the small steps that will lead to the bold changes and improvements they want to make.Connect with KarlinYou can connect with Karlin on LinkedIn at Karlin Clayton Live To Learn and visit her website at If / Then Coaching and Consulting.Upcoming EventsWatch for Karlin’s upcoming webinars and labs coming soon.  Connect with her on LinkedIn to watch for her announcements.An interactive webinar on crafting your professional pitch. ResilienceAI and Data Leadership in HRKaren Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Scared of Aging Alone? The Truth About Solo Aging

Aging alone is one of the quiet fears that few people talk about, but that a lot of divorcing people harbor – especially those going through a grey divorce. In this podcast episode, Dr. Gerda Maissel, a physician and medical navigator with C-suite healthcare leadership experience, breaks down what solo aging means in a healthcare system that often overlooks or overwhelms patients —especially older women. From navigating complex diagnoses to making life-or-death decisions, Dr. Maissel explains how healthcare isn’t just about treatment—it’s about advocacy. She dives into why traditional support systems are vanishing, how solo agers are disproportionately affected, and why creating intentional community—what she calls “circles”— is as vital to health as any prescription. She also pulls back the curtain on hospital economics and shares why understanding a hospital’s financial incentives can change how you approach your own care.If you or someone you love is worried about how to navigate aging alone, this episode will provide you with tips, techniques, and the insight you need to make that journey with confidence and grace.About Dr. Gerda MaisselPhysician patient advocate & medical navigator Dr. Gerda Maissel provides advice to improve medical outcomes and optimizes doctor communication. Dr. Maissel understands both the clinical and business sides of medicine. She works with clients in the hospital or at home to ensure the best outcomes.Connect with Dr. Gerda MaisselYou can connect with Dr. Gerda Maissell on LinkedIn at Gerda Maissel and find her website at My MD Advisor.  For tips, stories and commentary on American healthcare subscribe to The Foglight by Dr. Gerda Maissel.Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

How To Spot Cyberstalking In Your Divorce

What if your ex could secretly listen to your private conversations, track your every move, and even manipulate evidence against you — all without being anywhere near you? It’s called cyberstalking, and it’s happening in divorce cases more and more.Steven Bradley, a former FBI cybercrime investigator and Amazon bestselling author, reveals how technology is being weaponized in divorce and domestic violence cases. In this podcast episode, Steven explodes common myths about cyberstalking, including the myth that perpetrators need to be tech experts in order to cyberstalk you. According to Steven, anyone who has basic computer skills and is willing to invest $7 for a computer program can install spyware that clones a phone and will allow your ex to read your texts, listen to you through your phone’s microphone, activate cameras, and track your location in real-time. The conversation takes an even more chilling turn when Steven discusses deep fake technology and AI manipulation. If you’ve ever had the feeling that your ex is watching you, or somehow knows exactly what you’re going to do BEFORE you do it, you may not be imagining anything. You may be being cyberstalked.Check out this whole podcast episode to discover more – AND learn how you can protect yourself.About StevenSteven Bradley is an Amazon Best-Selling Author, International Trainer, Legal & Technology Consultant ,and nationally recognized expert in law enforcement’s response to intimate partner violence, stalking, and technology abuse. A former FBI cybercrime investigator, he has led international trainings for over 28 years and consults with courts, law enforcement, and legal professionals. Steven now serves with Our Family Wizard, promoting safe, technology-supported communication for separated families. His work bridges the gap between investigative practice and trauma-informed approaches, helping communities respond more effectively to domestic violence and digital threats in legal settings.Connect with StevenYou can connect with Steven on LinkedIn at Steven Bradley.  Find out how to streamline your parenting schedule, shared expenses and communication with Our Family Wizard.Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

The Hidden Energy Blocks Keeping You Broke - Money Tips

What if your biggest financial breakthrough wasn't about budgets or balance sheets, but about the invisible energy patterns secretly sabotaging your wealth? Susan Glusica, a former corporate finance professional turned money consciousness expert, reveals how she transformed from bankruptcy to prosperity by discovering the hidden connection between your emotional frequency and your bank account ... and that’s just ONE of the money tips she shares in this podcast episode!After 20 years in corporate finance and experiencing two divorces plus a bankruptcy, Susan created her signature "Money Realities and Realizations" program based on seven distinct levels of money consciousness that correspond to specific energetic frequencies.Susan's unconventional approach combines hard financial planning with what she calls "energy work" - identifying and shifting the subconscious beliefs that keep you stuck in cycles of financial struggle. She explains how gratitude, detachment, and "quantum leaping" can literally rewire your relationship with money, and help you create the financial abundance you deserve.Susan’s approach is both practical and metaphysical. She shares specific tools for shifting from scarcity-based thinking to what she calls "unapologetic prosperity" - where making money becomes about purpose rather than desperation. Her integrated approach bridges the gap between traditional financial planning and energy work, offering a both-and solution for people ready to transform their financial reality from the inside out.About SusanAfter 20 years in the “corporate cubicle” side of the financial industry in the US, Susan Glusica had a crisis of legacy and wanted proximity with clients. And after 8 years on the client-facing side offering advanced insurance planning, she realized the biggest money challenge people face is being unaware how to keep, give and grow more so they can be, do, have and give more.Susan is a multi-time international best-selling author, a Certified Speaker by Women’s Prosperity Network and member, The Dames, a global 6-, 7-, and 8-figure business incubator for women.Connect with SusanYou can connect with Suan on LinkedIn at Susan Glusica and on Facebook at Susan D Glusica.  You can follow Susan on Instagram at Money Energy Mastery and visit her website at Susan Glusica.  Catch all of Susan’s latest events right here on her Events Page.Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Numbers Don't Lie, But People Do - Hidden Assets in Divorce

Imagine discovering your spouse has been earning $4 million a year while you thought you were living a middle-class lifestyle. This shocking revelation is just one example of the hidden assets a divorce forensic accountant was able to find.In this episode, Rosalia Labate, a CPA specializing in divorce analysis, forensics, and business valuations, shares how a divorce financial professional can help divorcing individuals navigate complex financial waters – especially in high net worth divorces. Rosalia’s expertise ranges from uncovering hidden assets to demystifying business valuations.Rosalia explains the critical difference between financial analysis, business valuation, and forensic accounting—and when you need which. She talks about the real value of gathering documentation early, how numbers tell a story, and how her deep-dive analysis helps people uncover what they own, what they spend, and what they actually need to move forward. Whether you’re trying to avoid litigation, navigate mediation, or just get a handle on your own finances, Rosalia’s practical yet strategic insights could save you from making a ton of expensive financial mistakes in your divorce.About RosaliaRosalia Labate is a CPA specializing in Divorce analysis, forensics, and business valuations. She is trained in mediation and collaborative divorce.   As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and a forensic and business valuation expert, Rosalia M. Labate can be your trusted guide through any financial difficulty. Her practice is focused mainly on divorce matters.Connect with RosaliaYou can connect with Rosalia on LinkedIn at Rosalia Labate CPA and visit her website at Rosalia Labate.  You can email Rosalia at rosalia@labatecpa.com.Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.