In this bonus episode of the Coaching Q&A Series, I’m diving into one of the most important questions: “What makes coaching clients successful?” This mini-series tackles common misconceptions and offers clarity about coaching, helping you determine if it’s the right fit.

Drawing from my experience working with ambitious, driven professionals over the past two years, I’m breaking down the key patterns and traits that lead to coaching success. From defining your own version of success to building self-belief and navigating challenges, this episode offers actionable insights for anyone ready to take the next step in their personal and professional growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Defining Success on Your Terms: Success can mean career pivots, leadership growth, confidence building, or work-life balance—it’s unique to you.
• Commitment and Engagement: Why curiosity, ownership, and active participation (even between sessions) set successful clients apart.
• Navigating the Messy Middle: How self-reflection, ownership, and perseverance help overcome the hardest stages of growth.
• Detachment from Results: Letting go of rigid timelines or outcomes can create space for better, faster results.
• Building Relationships: Why expanding your network and seeking diverse perspectives is a crucial step toward achieving your goals.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Coaching Q&A Series
01:00 Defining Success in Coaching: Building Confidence, Career Growth, and More
02:30 Key Traits of Successful Clients: Commitment and Curiosity
04:00 Leveraging Slack for Momentum Between Sessions
06:00 The Messy Middle: Overcoming Challenges and Building Belief
08:00 The Power of Detachment: Reducing Pressure for Better Results
10:00 Building Relationships and Reverse Engineering Goals

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In episode 68, I’m chatting with my client Gabby, a driven professional who’s navigated multiple career pivots and landed her dream role at a Big Four consulting firm in NYC. From sales to consulting, Gabby has built a strategy that’s helped her reach her goals while maintaining her vision and values.

We dive into her journey from our first coaching session to her current position, unpacking how she honed her job search strategy, managed uncertainty, and learned the power of asking for help. This episode is packed with actionable insights on self-advocacy, job searching, and achieving a work-life balance, especially for those navigating ambitious career moves.

Whether you’re looking to make a career shift or want to step up your self-advocacy game, Gabby’s story is full of real-life advice.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Gabby’s Journey and Our Coaching Experience
04:00 The Messy Middle: Embracing the Challenges of Career Change
08:00 Self-Advocacy and Setting Non-Negotiables in Job Searching
12:00 Reverse Engineering Goals for a Focused Job Search
16:00 Staying Organized with Multi-Path Strategies
20:00 Confidence in Salary Negotiations and Knowing Your Worth
24:00 The Role of Mentors, Coaches, and Asking for Help

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In this bonus episode of the Coaching Q&A Series, I’m diving into one of the most common questions I get asked: “What does private coaching with you look like?” This mini-series tackles misconceptions and key questions around coaching to help you decide if it’s the right fit. I’m breaking down the full journey of working with me—from the initial call to the resources and support you’ll have along the way.

Listen in for an overview of my coaching structure, including consultation calls, customized coaching plans, session logistics, ongoing support through Slack, lifetime access to the client portal, and more. Whether you’re considering private coaching or just curious about the process, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work together.

Key Takeaways:

• Getting Started: Why it’s essential to vet your coach and how to prepare for a consultation call.
• Personalized Coaching Plans: How I develop a tailored coaching plan based on your goals.
• Session Structure and Ongoing Support: What our bi-weekly or tri-weekly sessions look like, plus Slack access for accountability.
• Client Resources: Lifetime access to call replays, summaries, and a client portal with actionable resources and templates.
• Beyond the Sessions: Options for renewal, offboarding plans, and follow-up support for long-term success.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Private Coaching Q&A Mini-Series
01:00 First Steps: Vetting Your Coach and Booking a Consultation
02:30 Consultation Call Overview: Setting Goals and Creating a Plan
03:30 Coaching Session Structure: Bi-Weekly or Tri-Weekly Options
04:00 Ongoing Support: Slack, Call Replays, and Client Portal Access
06:00 Flexible Payment Options and Onboarding Process
07:00 Long-Term Success: Renewal Options, Offboarding Plans, and Follow-Ups

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In episode 67, I’m sharing my journey to building a flexible career that allows me to work from anywhere. As someone who started in traditional corporate roles and eventually created a business with complete location independence, I’ve experienced firsthand the challenges and rewards of making this transition.

This episode dives into the strategies that helped me transition to remote work, including negotiating remote options with employers, finding fully remote roles, and ultimately creating my own business. From the initial steps to full location flexibility, I cover insights and practical steps for anyone looking to incorporate more freedom into their career. Whether you’re exploring remote work within your current role or thinking about entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with actionable advice on creating a flexible, balanced career.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Building a Flexible Career
02:00 Starting in Corporate and Moving Toward Remote Work
05:00 Negotiating Flexibility in Office-Based Roles
08:00 Finding Fully Remote Roles that Align with Your Goals
11:00 Building a Business for Full Location Independence
13:00 Tips for Successfully Working from Anywhere
15:00 Final Thoughts on Creating a Flexible Career

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In episode 66, I’m sharing my journey of building a business while balancing a demanding full-time corporate role. As someone who spent years navigating the corporate world, achieving 11 promotions and eventually leading teams, I knew there was more I wanted to create for myself.

This episode dives into what it truly took to transition from corporate life to full-time entrepreneurship. I open up about the struggles, the support systems I needed, and the mindset shifts that helped me build my coaching business. From hiring a coach and setting boundaries to building a network of entrepreneurial “besties,” I’ll walk you through the highs and lows of pursuing your passion outside of the 9-5.

Whether you're looking to start your own venture or wondering how to manage both worlds, this episode is packed with insights on finding clarity, creating balance, and staying focused.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to My Journey
02:52 Recognizing Burnout and Knowing It’s Time for Change
06:09 Taking Ownership of Your Career
08:56 Building a Business While Working Full-Time
17:06 Navigating Entrepreneurship and Setting Boundaries

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In episode 65, I’m sitting down with Lexy Williams, an incredible director of admissions and one of my inspiring clients, to talk about what it really takes to push through career stagnation and step into the leadership role you’ve been working toward.

Lexy opens up about her experience of feeling “stuck,” the journey of advocating for what she needed in a coach, and how she stayed focused on her goals, even when things weren’t moving fast enough.

Together, we unpack what it means to break through your own limitations, build multiple pathways forward, and fully step into your potential. This is for anyone ready to advocate for themselves, challenge the status quo, and embrace growth on their own terms.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Lexy’s Journey
02:52 Recognizing When You’re Feeling Stuck
06:09 Finding the Right Support and Setting Clear Goals
08:56 Navigating Challenges and Self-Advocacy
17:06 Reflecting on Leadership and Growth

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In episode 64, Dani Tan, a leadership coach and speaker, discusses the concept of avoidance and how it can hinder personal and professional growth. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing avoidance patterns, understanding the consequences of allowing avoidance to dictate actions, and implementing strategies to overcome these tendencies. Dani highlights the need for support systems and the significance of taking small, progressive steps towards goals. The conversation serves as a guide for individuals seeking to break free from avoidance and achieve their aspirations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Avoidance and Its Impact

02:52 Recognizing Patterns of Avoidance

06:09 Consequences of Avoidance

08:56 Strategies to Overcome Avoidance

17:06 Conclusion and Call to Action

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In episode 63, Dani Tan, a leadership coach and speaker, discusses the profound impact of money on decision-making and leadership. She explores how financial fear can paralyze individuals, the importance of financial awareness, and the distinction between investing and spending. Dani emphasizes the need for self-trust and creating a decision-making framework to navigate financial choices effectively. She also highlights the significance of financial literacy in achieving generational wealth and personal growth.

Chapters

00:00 The Impact of Money on Decision-Making

08:01 Navigating Financial Fear and Anxiety

15:14 Investing vs. Spending: Understanding Your Choices

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