In this powerful and heartfelt episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, host Angela Masciulli is joined by conflict resolution expert, former crisis negotiator, and mom of seven—Karleen Savage. Together, they explore how the skills used in high-stakes hostage negotiations can transform your parenting, relationships, and even your business.
Karleen opens up about her personal journey—from caregiving for her husband after a traumatic brain injury to raising confident children and becoming a trusted leader in communication. She shares the same tools she teaches in her Savage Theory of Resolution—a proven, five-step system to de-escalate conflict and connect deeply with those around you.
Whether you’re facing tension at home, navigating teen dynamics, or feeling stretched thin as a mompreneur, this conversation will give you practical tools, renewed confidence, and deep insight into becoming the calm in the chaos.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How to shift from reactive parenting to intentional leadership
✅ Why conflict resolution starts with self-awareness and emotional mastery
✅ How to listen without judgment and connect more deeply with your children and clients
✅ The 5 powerful skills in the Savage Theory of Resolution you can use daily
✅ Why balance is a perception, not a destination—and how to redefine it on your terms
✅ How to raise confident kids while honoring your own truth as a parent and entrepreneur
Guest Bio:
Karleen Savage is a certified conflict resolution expert, former hostage and crisis negotiator, speaker, author of The Confident Teen Blueprint, and mom of seven. Through her Savage Theory of Resolution, Karleen helps families and leaders resolve conflict with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Resources & Links:
💡 Grab your free digital copy of The Confident Teen Blueprint ➝ KarleenSavage.com/parents
💬 Connect with Karleen: KarleenSavage.com
📩 Stay connected with Angela: mombusinesscoach.com
💫 Follow Angela on Instagram: @angela.masciulli
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