How to Pivot & Unlock Your Full Potential with Coach Kelly Riley

How to Pivot & Unlock Your Full Potential with Coach Kelly Riley

Author: Julie Riga February 25, 2026 Duration: 14:47

Summary:

In this episode of the Stay on Course Podcast, Julie Rega sits down with Kelly Riley, an entrepreneur and coach with over 20 years in the salon industry. Kelly shares how she transitioned from salon ownership to coaching, offering actionable advice for entrepreneurs looking to pivot confidently, embrace growth, and reach their full potential.

Main Article:

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Stay on Course Podcast! In today’s episode, Julie Rega is joined by Kelly Riley, a seasoned barber, stylist, and former salon owner turned success coach. With over two decades of experience in the beauty industry, Kelly’s journey exemplifies personal and professional transformation.

Key Ingredients for Success:

  1. Acceptance: Kelly emphasizes how embracing change and pivoting can be the first step toward entrepreneurial success. Letting go of guilt and recognizing when something isn’t working can lead to a brighter future.
  2. Giving Yourself Grace: Transitioning doesn’t mean failure—it means growth. Kelly encourages entrepreneurs to be kind to themselves and embrace the lessons in every transition.
  3. Focus on the Next Step: Overthinking can lead to paralysis. Kelly advises focusing on immediate actions that align with your goals and build momentum one step at a time.

About Julie Rega:

Learn More About Julie: https://www.julieriga.com/

Julie Riga is a certified coach, trainer, speaker, and author with over 20 years of experience in the Pharma Industry. Her vast education includes business, communications, training, and executive coaching. Julie’s journey started with a deep desire to pass on the knowledge and resilience her father, Ennio Riga, taught her—how to persevere, no matter what life throws your way.

Based in New Jersey, Julie has traveled the world, empowering corporations, business leaders, and individuals to find their purpose, stay on course, and leave a legacy.

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Julie Riga has spent years in the trenches as a leadership coach, entrepreneur, and author, and she knows a secret: the path to success is often cluttered with internal roadblocks. In her Stay On Course: Ingredients for Success podcast, she moves beyond surface-level advice to explore the real, often unspoken, ingredients that sustain leaders. Each conversation is built for those who are outwardly accomplished-CEOs, managers, or driven entrepreneurs-but who sometimes wrestle privately with doubts about their direction, their decisions, or their ability to truly lead. Julie brings a certified coach's perspective to these universal challenges, dissecting the mindset shifts and practical frameworks that create lasting confidence and control. You'll hear honest discussions about transitioning from a hands-on operator to an inspirational leader, managing the weight of responsibility, and cultivating a vision that feels both ambitious and authentic. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about building a resilient foundation for your career and ventures. Tune in for a blend of personal reflection, actionable strategies, and the kind of clarity that helps high-achievers not just reach their goals, but enjoy the journey there. The entire archive of this podcast offers a deep resource for anyone committed to growing their influence and impact in business and beyond.
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