39 - Lessons in Letting Go: Katie Neal on Perfectionism and Career Growth

39 - Lessons in Letting Go: Katie Neal on Perfectionism and Career Growth

Author: Kris Castle April 7, 2026 Duration: 32:20
Katie Neal is a certified executive coach, speaker, and communications consultant who shares about her career path from journalism and public relations to launching Katie Neal Coaching and Consulting. Katie opens up about overcoming perfectionism, shares her experiences preparing for a TEDx talk, and discusses how executive coaching is shifting from a remedial service to a tool for growth and development. The episode covers practical strategies for balancing professional and personal life, the significance of self-care and clarifying personal values, and the lasting impact of mentorship and relationships on career advancement. Katie Neal recommends Michael Bungay Stanier’s book "The Coaching Habit" for leaders wanting to adopt a coaching mindset. Listeners can connect with Katie, subscribe to her newsletter, or learn more about her consulting services at www.katienealconsulting.com.

Kris Castle hosts Boss Babes of the Bluegrass, a series of conversations that feel more like a coffee chat with a friend than a formal interview. Each episode sits down with a different woman who has carved out her own version of success right here in Central Kentucky. The focus isn't just on professional accolades, though you'll hear plenty about that; it's about the real, often messy, journey of building a career while building a life. You'll listen to stories about the late nights, the tough decisions, the unexpected pivots, and the small victories that define the path. This podcast digs into the practicalities and the personal philosophies that these local leaders use to navigate their worlds. It’s for anyone curious about how other women are stitching together ambition, community, and personal well-being into something that works for them. Tune in for genuine dialogue that offers both inspiration and tangible takeaways, reminding you that work-life harmony is a personal composition, not a prescribed formula.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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