

Now We're Getting Somewhere
Katie Seaver
I’m Katie + I’m a certified life coach, and I’ve also been a management consultant at McKinsey and a product manager at a tech start-up. In other words: I know what it’s like to have a life that looks pretty good on paper, but doesn’t feel as good as I want it to.
I help my professional clients develop lives that are more meaningful, happy, and successful — and I want to share the same practical insights with you.
Learn more about my coaching work at www.katieseaver.com.
I help my professional clients develop lives that are more meaningful, happy, and successful — and I want to share the same practical insights with you.
Learn more about my coaching work at www.katieseaver.com.
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Feb 14, 2024 • 56min
30: Julie’s Story
On today’s podcast, I’m sharing an interview I did with my former client, Julie. Our coaching work together covered many things – including a deep dive into decision-making + how to get better at it. In our conversation, Julie and I talk about: + The list of super-useful thoughts she cultivated about decision-making (which you should absolutely steal). + The 4-part decision-making process she developed in our work together (which she now uses to help the people she loves – like her roommate — make big decisions). + Her ability to tell the difference between feelings/thoughts that are “swirl” vs. “navigational.” + And more — including more about what it feels like to get coached! I found myself grinning throughout this interview – Julie is such an insightful + creative person — and I’m sure you’re going to love it, too. Subscribe to my newsletter for encouraging + helpful insights every Sunday: katieseaver.com/newsletter Follow me on Instagram: @thisiskatieseaver Learn more about working with me, or just learn more about my background + why I became a coach: katieseaver.com

Jan 31, 2024 • 26min
29: “What actually happens during a life coaching engagement?”
One of the most common questions I hear is some form of: so what actually *happens* on a coaching engagement? This is a great question. After all, life coaching is a relatively new profession, so many people aren’t familiar with it. And different coaches run their coaching engagements in different ways. Today I answer this question in two ways: from a more high-level arc of the overall engagement, and on the micro level within each coaching session. I hope this episode gives you more insight on what coaching with me would be like. Subscribe to my newsletter for encouraging + helpful insights every Sunday: katieseaver.com/newsletter Follow me on Instagram: @thisiskatieseaver Learn more about working with me, or just learn more about my background + why I became a coach: katieseaver.com

Dec 27, 2023 • 22min
28: Two Intentional Technology Ideas
In this episode, the hosts discuss intentional technology and share strategies to manage distractions and improve overall well-being. They talk about the benefits of removing email from the phone and how to minimize distractions and increase productivity. They also reflect on the positive impact of removing distractions from the phone and not using it.

Dec 13, 2023 • 16min
27: Loving, functional families + individuation
The podcast explores the challenges of individuation in loving families and the impact it has on personal growth and autonomy. It also discusses the significance of individuation in different cultures, particularly in Asian cultures, and explores the process of separation and healing in relationships.

Nov 29, 2023 • 14min
26: Take the Next Day Off
Explore the concept of taking one day off after a task or practice, the challenges and benefits of this approach, and how it can be applied during the holiday season. Learn about the positive impacts of taking one day off from certain practices on well-being and how it can make new practices more manageable and consistent.

Nov 15, 2023 • 25min
25: “What Happened” Conversations
Today I am talking about “what happened” conversations. A “what happened” conversation is a type of conversation that is incredibly useful when you are in a difficult, resentful, angry, or frustrated situation with someone. In this episode I explain more about what a “what happened” conversation is, why it’s useful, and when to do it. I get specific, sharing some scripts + common mistakes (and how to avoid them). This episode will help you to more easily resolve challenges with partners, family, friends, and colleagues. Hope you enjoy! Subscribe to my newsletter for encouraging + helpful insights every Sunday: katieseaver.com/newsletter Follow me on Instagram: @thisiskatieseaver Learn more about working with me, or just learn more about my background + why I became a coach: katieseaver.com

Nov 1, 2023 • 19min
24: Making Decisions
This podcast episode discusses the challenges of making decisions and offers strategies for overcoming hesitation and anxiety. It emphasizes the importance of trusting oneself, understanding the reality of decision-making, and embracing and fixing decisions. It also explores strategies for building confidence and personal growth through a life coach.

Oct 11, 2023 • 28min
23: 10 Bread-and-Butter Coaching Topics
The podcast discusses common coaching topics such as addressing dissatisfaction and increasing energy, addressing behaviors that don't serve us, exploring challenging work situations, and achieving productivity and well-being. Real client examples are shared to demonstrate the impact of coaching in overcoming obstacles and achieving balance in various aspects of life.

Sep 27, 2023 • 38min
22: Coaching vs Therapy
Exploring the differences between coaching and therapy, including their origins and training. Contrasting the holistic approach of coaching with talk therapy in psychotherapy. Emphasizing the importance of seeking therapy for mental illness or trauma, while suggesting coaching for issues like burnout or relationship struggles. Exploring the historical roots of therapy and coaching, and the variations in training between therapists and coaches. Highlighting the collaborative and active nature of coaching, focusing on goal-setting and belief in the client's potential.

Sep 13, 2023 • 37min
21: When you’ve changed but your partner…hasn’t, Part 2
Navigating personal growth in a relationship, dealing with stress and its impact, the power of thoughts and actions, choosing believable thoughts to make clearer decisions, strengthening neural connections, and receiving support and encouragement.