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The Australian Business ShowEp3 (Season 2) - Turning Conflict Into Growth: Lessons from Author & Venture Capital Leader, Gabe KarpConflict is unavoidable in business, but it doesn’t have to be destructive.In this episode of The Australian Business Show, author, speaker, and venture capital leader Gabe Karp shares powerful lessons on transforming workplace tension into a driver of performance and culture. Drawing from his journey as a trial lawyer, startup executive, and board advisor, he reveals why healthy conflict is one of the most underrated skills in leadership today.You’ll discover:- How to shift from avoiding conflict to using it as a growth tool- Practical tech...
2025-10-0112 min
The Dental CEO PodcastDental CEO Podcast #23 - Handling Conflict Without Losing ControlThis week on The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune sits down with conflict resolution expert Gabe Karp—TEDx speaker, author of Don’t Get Mad at Penguins, and former trial lawyer—for a powerful conversation about confronting conflict in dental practices. Together, they explore why ignoring issues fuels burnout, how to reframe tough conversations, and the simple weekly meeting that could transform your culture. If you're tired of walking on eggshells and ready to lead with clarity and courage, this episode is for you.
2025-08-0457 min
INspired INsider Podcast[Author Series] How To Handle Conflict Like a Pro With Gabe KarpGabe Karp is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and conflict management expert known for his book Don't Get Mad at Penguins: And Other Ways to Detox the Conflict in Your Life and Business. He began his career as a trial lawyer, later becoming Executive Vice President and General Counsel at ePrize (now Merkle), where he helped grow the company into a global leader in digital promotions. Currently, Gabe serves as an Operating Partner at Detroit Venture Partners and a Venture Partner at Lightbank, advising early-stage tech companies and serving on multiple boards. His work focuses on transforming...
2025-06-1754 min
Success is Never AccidentalEP 50 Gabe KarpI’m delighted to share a special milestone with you—thisweek marks the 50th episode of the Success is Never Accidental podcast.It’s been an extraordinary journey so far, and I feel deeplyprivileged to have had conversations with so many remarkable leaders, thinkers,and change-makers across industries. To mark this milestone, I’m thrilled to bring you insightsfrom Gabe Karp—an expert not just in resolving conflict, but in helping peopleand organisations embrace healthy conflict as a powerful catalyst forgrowth.In this episode, Gabe shares practical strategies drawn fromover th...
2025-05-1226 min
Transforming the GameThe Power Move: Gabe Karp Winning without the FightHow to Win Without a Fight: Conflict Resolution with Gabe KarpWelcome back to Transforming the Game — where we unpack bold conversations with game-changers who challenge the way we work, lead, and live.This episode? It’s a masterclass in managing difficult people, de-escalating tension, and reclaiming power in high-conflict situations — without turning toxic.Meet Gabe Karp — former trial attorney turned venture capitalist, and author of the brilliant book Don’t Get Mad at Penguins. With a career built in the courtroom, the boardroom, and startup war rooms, Gabe knows how to tur...
2025-05-1114 min
The Smart Energy PodcastPodcast Interview – Gabe Karp – How to Stay Clear When Conflict StrikesConflict happens. The question is — can you stay composed when your energy crashes and pressure spikes?In this episode of The Smart Energy Podcast, I sit down with Gabe Karp — conflict resolution expert, former litigator, and bestselling author of Don’t Get Mad at Penguins.We dive into:How to respond when emotions escalate fastWhat to do when you're drained but must leadThe energy strategy behind real-time confrontationThis is clarity under pressure — straight from someone who trains Fortune 500 executives to lead through conflict.Specia...
2025-05-0809 min
Investing To WinDetoxing Conflict with Gabe KarpPodcast Episode Title:"Detoxing Conflict with Gabe Karp"Summary:Gabe Karp, venture capitalist, conflict resolution expert, and bestselling author of Don't Get Mad at Penguins. We unpack the hidden traps of toxic conflict, how to turn them into growth opportunities, and why healthy communication is essential for leadership and success in both business and life.Timestamps:[00:00:00] Introduction: A quick overview of today’s episode and Gabe Karp’s background.[00:03:00] Why conflict isn't bad: Understanding the difference between healthy and toxic conflict.[00:05:30] Exploring comm...
2025-05-0614 min
Ask the Experts with AlkaMastering Conflict Resolution and Overcoming Limitations with Gabe KarpAlka Sharma introduces Gabe Karp, who shares his background and expertise in conflict resolution, including his definition of good conflict. Gabe provides strategies for resolving toxic conflicts and explains the origin of his book title "Don't Get Mad at Penguins," illustrating the concept of moving past limitations. The discussion addresses perception and expectation gaps in conflicts and explores Gabe's transition to a focus on conflict resolution, along with the inspiration behind his book. Gabe shares life lessons on the impact of ego in conflicts and offers insights into managing disputes effectively.
(0:00) Introduction of guest Gabe Karp
(0:37) Gabe Karp's background, expertise...
2025-05-0519 minAsk the Experts with AlkaMastering Conflict Resolution and Overcoming Limitations with Gabe KarpAlka Sharma introduces Gabe Karp, who shares his background and expertise in conflict resolution, including his definition of good conflict. Gabe provides strategies for resolving toxic conflicts and explains the origin of his book title "Don't Get Mad at Penguins," illustrating the concept of moving past limitations. The discussion addresses perception and expectation gaps in conflicts and explores Gabe's transition to a focus on conflict resolution, along with the inspiration behind his book. Gabe shares life lessons on the impact of ego in conflicts and offers insights into managing disputes effectively.
(0:00) Introduction of guest Gabe Karp
(0:37) Gabe Karp's background, expertise...
2025-05-0519 min
The Smart Energy PodcastHow High Performers Protect Their Morning EnergyYour morning isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what matters. In this episode of The Smart Energy Podcast, host Matthew Jones shares why your morning energy is your most valuable currency — and exactly how to protect it.Forget the 5am heroics and endless habits. This is a real, practical guide to building a powerful, sustainable morning routine based on movement, mindset, and meaningful work.Matthew also pulls back the curtain on lessons he’s learned directly from JT Foxx — and challenges you to build your own 3-step morning system.If you’ve been feelin...
2025-04-3008 minAsk the Experts with AlkaNavigating Conflict Effectively: Insights on Strategies, Expectations, and Life Lessons with Gabe KarpAlka Sharma introduces Gabe Karp as they delve into the concept of good conflict, discussing strategies to manage conflict toxins and the origins of Gabe's book. They explore handling limitations and the impact of conflict toxins on personal and professional relationships. The conversation addresses the expectation gap and navigating career transitions. Gabe shares life lessons and insights into the desire to win in conflicts. The episode concludes with closing remarks and expressions of appreciation.
(0:00) Introduction and defining good conflict
(1:51) Strategies for managing conflict toxins and book origins
(7:06) Handling limitations and conflict toxins
(11:30) The expectation gap and career transition
(15:42) Life lessons...
2025-04-0119 minAsk the Experts with AlkaNavigating Conflict Effectively: Insights on Strategies, Expectations, and Life Lessons with Gabe KarpAlka Sharma introduces Gabe Karp as they delve into the concept of good conflict, discussing strategies to manage conflict toxins and the origins of Gabe's book. They explore handling limitations and the impact of conflict toxins on personal and professional relationships. The conversation addresses the expectation gap and navigating career transitions. Gabe shares life lessons and insights into the desire to win in conflicts. The episode concludes with closing remarks and expressions of appreciation.
(0:00) Introduction and defining good conflict
(1:51) Strategies for managing conflict toxins and book origins
(7:06) Handling limitations and conflict toxins
(11:30) The expectation gap and career transition
(15:42) Life lessons...
2025-04-0119 min
b Cause Work Doesn't Have to Suck269: Tips & Tricks to Conquer Conflict with Gabe KarpLife's full of tough situations and tricky people—and nope, you can't always dodge them. Sometimes, you've got to face them head-on. In this episode, we've got former trial lawyer turned entrepreneur, author, speaker, and conflict expert, Gabe Karp. He's sharing how to handle tough situations—and even tougher people—with more grit, less regret, and a whole lot more control. Gabe's strategies will not only help you tackle conflict, drive growth, and fuel success, but also leave you feeling empowered and happier while doing it. ...
2024-12-1755 minb Cause Work Doesn't Have to Suck269: Tips & Tricks to Conquer Conflict with Gabe KarpLife's full of tough situations and tricky people—and nope, you can't always dodge them. Sometimes, you've got to face them head-on. In this episode, we've got former trial lawyer turned entrepreneur, author, speaker, and conflict expert, Gabe Karp. He's sharing how to handle tough situations—and even tougher people—with more grit, less regret, and a whole lot more control. Gabe's strategies will not only help you tackle conflict, drive growth, and fuel success, but also leave you feeling empowered and happier while doing it. ...
2024-12-1755 min
The Stacking Benjamins ShowAre Workplace Clashes Ever Worth It? (with Gabe Karp) GREATEST HITS WEEK (SB1509)Welcome, Stacker, to a very special week! We start off our special Greatest Hits Week with a bang!Know those horrible situations where everyone’s fighting at work — or worse, at home? Talk about a horrible investment: being invested in a rotten environment can overshadow even the best portfolio returns. Good news, though. It turns out, there are two types of conflict: the kind that allows us to grow and produces a positive outcome and the kind that’s downright toxic. To help us find a way toward healthy conflict, Gabe Karp joins us. He talks about why it...
2024-04-291h 15
1% of the 1% Podcast with JT Foxx#105 Successful People Don’t Get Mad At Penguins? World’s Top Conflict Resolution Expert Gabe Karp!JTFoxxLive.com/links to get capital, get branded, get free advice or do business with JT visit link. Check Link for more Info.
2023-11-1349 min
The Daily BolsterHow to Prevent Conflicts from Turning Toxic with Gabe KarpConflict is unavoidable—but how do you prevent it from becoming toxic? On today’s episode, Gabe Karp is unveiling his three-step playbook for navigating conflicts in your business. 👂Make people feel heard🚨Manage egos🧐Foster genuine curiosityGabe Karp is a former litigator, turned startup exec, turned venture capitalist at Detroit Venture Partners and Lightbank, and the author of the bestselling book Don't Get Mad at Penguins And Other Ways to Detox the Conflict in Your Life and Business.
2023-10-1906 min
Marc KramerGabe Karp author of "Don't Get Mad At Penguins"Gabe Karp author of "Don't Get Mad At Penguins" by Marc Kramer
2023-01-231h 02
The Pre W. Smith ShowGabe Karp on Making the Most of ConflictOn this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Gabe Karp talks with Jeff about managing conflict. Read more about Karp's book: https://bit.ly/3oKbbyN
2022-07-2609 min
The Small Business Radio Show#699 How to Detox the Conflict that’s Hurting Your CompanySEGMENT 1 with Gabe Karp, starting at 0:00: How do you encourage people with different opinions to have critical conversations and healthy conflict without instigating toxic tendencies?SEGMENT 2 with Erin Austin, starting at 18:30: Most people start a business to create wealth when they sell it. But statistics say that only 30 to 40% of businesses listed for sale actually ever sell. What can you do to improve your chances and price when selling your business?SEGMENT 3 with Talia R. Boone, starting at 35:30: How can flower arranging help our employees?Sponsored by Truly Financial.Become a supporter...
2022-07-2553 min
Startup Hypeman: The GOAT to Market ShowS18E5: Embracing Conflict for Growth and Scale with Investor & Author Gabe KarpImagine this: Your company accidentally prints the "C" word onto thousands of diaper packages for the largest diaper brand in the world.What do you do?Several years ago, as General Counsel of ePrize, Gabe Karp found himself in this exact situation.It taught him a valuable lesson on how to approach conflict.But not only that, as a former litigator, advisor, and active VC, Gabe has seen conflict from every angle.His new book, "Don't Get Mad At Penguins", unpacks what he's learned...
2022-07-1654 minThe Stacking Benjamins ShowAre Workplace Clashes Ever Worth It?Know those horrible situations where everyone's fighting at work -- or worse, at home? Talk about a horrible investment: being invested in a rotten environment can overshadow even the best portfolio returns. Good news, though. It turns out, there are two types of conflict: the kind that allows us to grow and produces a positive outcome and the kind that's downright toxic. To help us find a way toward healthy conflict, Gabe Karp joins us. He talks about why it can be hard to see the other side of an argument, how to turn bad conflict into good, and...
2022-06-061h 17
Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting TeenagersEp 193: Healthy Ways to Handle ConflictsGabe Karp, author of Don’t Get Mad at Penguins, joins us to talk about how we can handle conflict with our teens in healthy ways, stay calm during heated arguments and help teens develop critical communication skills.Full show notesWe all have conflicts with our kids. Whether it’s over something big like their college major or something as small as what they’ll eat for breakfast, disagreement is natural. As teens grow into independent thinkers, there’s bound to be some tension in your house. But when your discussions keep turning into a screaming...
2022-06-0526 min
Leading with Genuine CareGabe Karp | Getting Comfortable with Conflict"Conflict is the hallmark of progress, success and happiness when you deal with it well." — Gabe Karp My guest this week is Gabe Karp, former trial attorney, venture capitalist, speaker, and author of Don't Get Mad at Penguins and Other Ways to Detox the Conflict in Your Life and Business. After ten years as a trial attorney, Gabe joined the startup ePrize, now Merkle, which became one of the leading companies in the digital promotions industry. He is an operating partner at Detroit Venture Partners, is a venture partner at Lightbank, a Chicago-based venture capital fi...
2022-05-251h 01
Talking to Teens TeasersEp 193: Healthy Ways to Handle ConflictsWe all have conflicts with our kids. Whether it’s over something big like their college major or something as small as what they’ll eat for breakfast, disagreement is natural. As teens grow into independent thinkers, there’s bound to be some tension in your house. But when your discussions keep turning into a screaming match and doors start slamming left and right… you might find yourself left wondering, is there a better way??It turns out, disputes with teens don’t have to feel like emotional warfare! With better tools, we can take the fri...
2022-05-0803 min
Enjoy Offering of Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, EducationDon't Get Mad At Penguins: And Other Ways to Detox the Conflict in Your Life and Business - Gabe KarpListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Don't Get Mad At Penguins: And Other Ways to Detox the Conflict in Your Life and BusinessAuthor: Gabe KarpNarrator: Gabe KarpFormat: UnabridgedLength: 4:58:02Language: EnglishRelease date: 04-12-2022Publisher: Ascent AudioGenres: Business & Economics, Career Development, Management & LeadershipSummary:An indispensable tool kit for engaging and harnessing healthy conflict to drive success and happiness, and eliminate the pain and stress of toxic conflict.
While most people view conflict as...
2022-04-124h 58
Step Inside The Thrilling Full Audiobook Experience!Don't Get Mad at Penguins by Gabe KarpPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/94971to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Don't Get Mad at Penguins
Author: Gabe Karp
Narrator: Gabe Karp
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 58 mins
Release date: 04-12-22
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 14 ratings
Genres: Conflict Resolution & Mediation
Publisher's Summary:
While most people view conflict as a bad thing that should be avoided at all costs, the reality is that embracing conflict in a healthy way is the single greatest factor in driving success and avoiding painful failure. Don't Get Mad at Penguins breaks down the factors that escalate conflict to dangerous heights and shows us how...
2022-04-124h 58
Access Unmissable Free Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentDon't Get Mad At Penguins: And Other Ways to Detox the Conflict in Your Life and Business by Gabe KarpPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/576021 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Don't Get Mad At Penguins: And Other Ways to Detox the Conflict in Your Life and Business Author: Gabe Karp Narrator: Gabe Karp Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 58 minutes Release date: April 12, 2022 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: An indispensable tool kit for engaging and harnessing healthy conflict to drive success and happiness, and eliminate the pain and stress of toxic conflict. While most people view conflict as a bad thing that should be avoided at all costs, the reality is that embracing conflict in a healthy way is...
2022-04-1230 min
Man in the Arena (Audio)CASE 2014 - Gabe Karp (Detroit Venture Partners)Especial CASE 2014 (Conferência Anual de Startups e Empreendedorismo).
Um bate-papo com Gabe Karp (Detroit Venture Partners).
O Man in the Arena é um videocast sobre empreendedorismo e cultura digital apresentado por Leo Kuba, Miguel Cavalcanti e In Hsieh.
Acompanhe e participe nos canais do Man in the Arena:
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2021-12-1216 minMan in the ArenaCASE 2014 - Gabe Karp (Detroit Venture Partners)Especial CASE 2014 (Conferência Anual de Startups e Empreendedorismo).Um bate-papo com Gabe Karp (Detroit Venture Partners).O Man in the Arena é um videocast sobre empreendedorismo e cultura digital apresentado por Leo Kuba, Miguel Cavalcanti e In Hsieh. Acompanhe e participe nos canais do Man in the Arena:YouTube: http://youtube.com/maninthearenatv- Facebook: http://facebook.com/maninthearenatv- iTunes (Audio): https://itunes.apple.com/br/podcast/m...
2021-12-1216 min
Radio Shakespeare LabLove's Labour's Lost: Act V, Scene iiCAST in order of appearance: Opal Alladin as the Princess of France, Chérie Celeste Malone as Rosaline, Sonia Desai as Katherine, Kelly Downes as Maria, Alexander Mushore as Boyet, Charlotte Hockens as Moth, Jude Owusu as Biron, Will Keetch as the King of Navarre, Christopher Lew as Dumaine, Preston Perrin as Longueville, Ian Gould as Costard, Gabe Calleja as Don Adriano de Armado, Darren Freebury-Jones as Nathaniel, Charlie Morton as Holofernes, Ly Poe as Marcade, and Jen Waghorn as Spring and Winter.
Directed and edited by Bronwyn Barnwell. Music composed and performed by Jen Waghorn. Sound effects, Russian dance, tru...
2021-09-0300 minRadio Shakespeare LabLove's Labour's Lost: Act V, Scene iCAST in order of appearance: Charlie Morton as Holofernes, Darren Freebury-Jones as Nathaniel, Gabe Calleja as Don Adriano de Armado, Charlotte Hockens as Moth, Ian Gould as Costard and Rodney West as Dull.
Directed and edited by Bronwyn Barnwell. Music composed and performed by Jen Waghorn. Sound effects and Spanish entrance and fanfare provided by StoryBlocks Audio.
2021-09-0300 minRadio Shakespeare LabLove's Labour's Lost: Act III, Scene iCAST in order of appearance: Gabe Calleja as Don Adriano de Armado, Charlotte Hockens as Moth, Ian Gould as Costard, and Jude Owusu as Biron.
Directed and edited by Bronwyn Barnwell. Sound effects and Spanish entrance provided by StoryBlocks Audio.
2021-08-2000 minRadio Shakespeare LabLove's Labour's Lost: Act I, Scene iiCAST in order of appearance: Gabe Calleja as Don Adriano de Armado, Charlotte Hockens as Moth, Rodney West as Anthony Dull, Natasha Sabour as Jaquenetta and Ian Gould as Costard.
Directed and edited by Bronwyn Barnwell. Sound effects and Spanish entrance provided by StoryBlocks Audio.
2021-08-0600 min
Taste For Tenacity010. Litigation, Venture Capital, and the WWE with Gabe Karp.This week on the show, I chat with Gabe Karp. Gabe started his career as a trial lawyer before eventually stepping into an operational role with a startup. He stayed with that company throughout its growth and exited when it was acquired by a private equity firm. He and a few other players in the Detroit area then launched Detroit Venture Partners, where Gabe is currently a partner. In this show, we chat about his experience as a lawyer and how it translated throughout his career. Gabe emphasizes the importance of knowing how to deal with people and emotions.
2019-06-2049 min