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Getting It Right vs. Getting Better –
Why a growth mindset matters. Here’s a confession: this is a challenge I am always up against myself. Whether I’m creating a new course,...
katrincharlton
Sep 213 min read


From Values to Action: Living What You Stand For
In a recent coaching conversation, a client had just finished defining their values. Growth. Authenticity. Loyalty. Courage. They paused,...
katrincharlton
Sep 164 min read


🌿 “Take in the Good”
Why Leaders Who Thrive Know How to Rewire Their Brains A senior client once admitted after a tense board review: “I can’t stop replaying...
katrincharlton
Sep 34 min read


What if it’s not failure you’re afraid of
—but everything that might change if you succeed? A few months ago, I worked with a client—we’ll call him Carlos. A senior leader. Sharp...
katrincharlton
May 193 min read


Rethinking Growth
I grew up with Lent and Easter as a deeply meaningful time. Not just as a religious tradition, but as a personal rhythm—an annual...
katrincharlton
Apr 183 min read


💥The Paradox of Strength
We celebrate strengths for good reason. They’re what we lean on when things get tough. They shape our leadership style, how we build relationships, and how we navigate challenge. In interviews, development plans, and boardroom conversations, strengths are what we’re encouraged to play to. But here’s the paradox: The very strengths that fuel your success… can also quietly hold you back. It’s something I see often in coaching conversations with high-achievers: They’re not stuck
katrincharlton
Apr 74 min read


Time vs Energy: What Are You Really Managing?
Why rethinking productivity could be the shift you didn’t know you needed. We often think productivity is all about how we manage our...
katrincharlton
Mar 314 min read


Personal Branding Uncovered
Your Personal Brand Exists—Are You Shaping It or Letting Others Define It? Your personal brand is not just about visibility. It’s not...
katrincharlton
Mar 33 min read


The Four Agreements: A Timeless Guide for Growth
Some ideas inspire, while others guide us. “The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz do both for me. 🌟 I often talk with my kids about...
katrincharlton
Jan 292 min read


Starting the New Year the Stoic Way: Wisdom for Leaders
As we step into the new year, I've noticed the surge of energy around setting ambitious goals. While it's a wonderful time to reflect and...
katrincharlton
Jan 144 min read


The Power of Reflection
Over the past few weeks, I’ve spent time with clients, myself, and my coach reflecting on a year that has been unique for everyone. Some...
katrincharlton
Dec 18, 20242 min read


Boundaries create Freedom ✨
"If you don’t set boundaries, people will set them for you." – Unknown As a leader or founder, your time, energy, and focus are your...
katrincharlton
Nov 27, 20244 min read


Mental Traps: The Mind’s Sneaky Saboteurs and How to Outsmart Them! 🌪️
Ever felt like a small setback signals the end of the world? You’re not alone. These mental traps (or cognitive distortions) —those...
katrincharlton
Nov 13, 20243 min read


Overthinking: The Silent Saboteur and How to overcome it
Overthinking is something we’ve all faced—those moments when the mind replays events or spirals into worry about future outcomes. Often,...
katrincharlton
Oct 30, 20243 min read


Passion Check-In—Are You Burning Bright or Burning Out?
I recently came across an article on Robert Vallerand’s Dualistic Model of Passion, which made me think deeply about how passion shapes...
katrincharlton
Oct 28, 20243 min read


Imposter Syndrome: A Hidden Sign You’re Growing?
Ever stepped into a new role or taken on a big challenge, only to be ambushed by that nagging voice asking, "Do I really belong here?"...
katrincharlton
Oct 7, 20244 min read


Hitting a Wall: Navigating Inner Transitions and Metarenewal
I recently sat down for coffee with a friend—someone highly accomplished by any standard. Yet, despite his success, he admitted to...
katrincharlton
Sep 22, 20243 min read


What Does Success Really Mean to You?✨
Success is something many of us spend our lives striving for, but have you ever paused to ask yourself: What does success truly mean to...
katrincharlton
Sep 13, 20245 min read


The Pursuit of Perfection - a blessing or barrier?
One of my first coaches pointed out something I had never considered: my perfectionism. I was surprised. Me, a perfectionist? I always...
katrincharlton
Aug 26, 20244 min read


Breaking the Procrastination Cycle
Procrastination—it's a familiar foe for many of us. Whether it’s postponing that crucial work presentation or delaying the start of a...
katrincharlton
Aug 16, 20244 min read
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