Karl 

Larsen

Executive Coach

Karl believes every leader carries untapped potential and he helps them discover it, align it with purpose, and turn it into lasting impact. As an executive coach with Novus Global, he has spent the past 15 years inspiring and guiding clients across athletics, business, academia, and beyond.

 

Alongside coaching, Karl has held roles in accounting, operations, HR, and development, giving him a broad perspective on organizational dynamics. He holds an MBA and a Master’s in Sports Management from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, as well as a bachelor’s degree from Calvin University. His research on leadership and feedback has been published in leading journals, including the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, and presented at the Academy of Management, Harvard’s Behavioral Insights Group, and the University of Michigan.

 

Karl lives in Nashville, TN. Outside of coaching, he enjoys the outdoors, board games with friends, and great food.

Publications
coaching expertise

•  Coaching Managers into Leaders

•  Focus & Priority Management

• Strategic Decision-Making

•  Building High-Trust Teams

credentials

•   Honored Listee – Marquis Who’s Who

•   CBT Life Coach Certified

•   Perceptual Intelligence Certified

•   Gig Salad 5 Star Talent

Case, C. R., Bae, K. K., Larsen, K. T., & Maner, J. K. (2021). The precautious nature of prestige: When leaders are hypervigilant to subtle signs of social disapproval. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 120(3), 694–715.

client testimonials
Jon R Technical Product Leader, Meijer

Working with Karl has been transformative. He focuses my ambitions into present actions, moving me closer to my goals each day. With his support, I’ve achieved a better marriage, deeper self-understanding, and a career trajectory far surpassing my initial path.

Katrina Film Director, Nomadique

Karl has an exacting, poignant way of cutting to the root of what you’re dealing with. Working with him was clarifying and energizing. If you’re not making progress or struggle with consistency toward your goals, work with Karl!

Jack Briggs Major General (Ret.) US Air Force

My wife likes Karl more than I do. He has been transformative in my life at work and at home.