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Workshop

Forge your path to success while letting go of perfectionism and embracing balance.

- Find more balance between ambition and personal well-being.
- Overcome the fear of failure, self-doubt and perfectionism.
- Tips to structure time effectively and cut procrastination.
- Develop healthier habits for success.
- Improve resilience and bounce back from setbacks.
- Enhance creativity and innovation by embracing imperfection.
- Strengthen relationships through authentic connection.
- Experience greater fulfillment in life and stop feeling behind.
- Build a supportive community of like-minded individuals.

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Authentically Yours - Newsletter

Helping high-achievers let go of perfectionism and speak with authenticity. Short reads, real talk, and practical tools — every other week.

What you can expect from Authentically Yours:

Think of this space like a breath of fresh air in your inbox, where you feel deeply seen and walk away ready to take your next brave step.Every other week, I’ll share personal stories, insights, and practical tools to help you:

This isn’t about becoming someone new, it’s about coming home to who you’ve always been.

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In the newsletter, we'll explore the intersection of:✨ Authentic communication
🛑 Boundaries with kindness
🙅♀️ Letting go of people-pleasing
🎯 Progress over perfection
🤝 Real connection (with others and yourself)

Ready to start showing up as the most authentic version of you?Join other high-achievers learning to let go of people-pleasing, speak with confidence, and build a life that actually feels good.

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Podcasts

We talk about finding recharge in solitude, the importance of rest and active rest and creating as a form of rest and expression

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We dive deep into how to speak your truth, navigate difficult conversations with grace, and shed the "people-pleaser" mantle for good.
If you're ready to lead with more genuine power, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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explore how high-achievers can overcome people-pleasing and communicate more authentically. Through personal stories and practical strategies, Kat shares mindset shifts, emotional intelligence tools, and real-world tips to navigate difficult conversations with clarity and confidence.

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Have you ever been at a loss for words in tough conversations? Maybe you’ve walked away from one wishing you said it differently or got more of what you wanted. This episode is for you.

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The power of leading with authenticity, communication styles and having difficult conversations.

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The transformative power of self-love and its ripple effect on your life and career. We encourage you to embrace your true self, chase your dreams, and remember: the world is brimming with opportunities for those who dare to seek them.

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We discuss curiosity, active listening, entrepreneurship, life-long learning, and being your own cheerleader.

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In this episode, we talk about what is needed to lead others well from an other-centred universe.

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Collaborative book

A comprehensive guide in the Collaborative Coach Series, offering deep insights into personal development. This book combines expert knowledge with practical exercises, leading readers on a transformative journey towards self-mastery and fulfillment. A toolkit for anyone aspiring to elevate their life.Find my contribution in Chapter 16 - Procrastination Decoded: Confronting Fear, Embracing Change.

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Collaborative book two

Explore essential themes such as defining life purpose, mastering positive thinking, building resilient relationships, navigating life transitions, and crafting your financial and spiritual legacy. Each topic is carefully crafted to ignite transformation and growth.Find my contribution in Chapter 2 - Mindfulness: A Blueprint for Busy Lives.

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what clients are saying

"Kat is a one-of-a-kind human. She is knowledgeable, has great energy and is a genuine joy to work with and learn from."

Ashley Engbrecht
Ashely J Eng Virtual Assistant Agency

"Kat worked with me to identify my goals and areas for growth in an approachable and friendly way. She has an infectious energy that makes you feel like you can do anything. If you're looking for a strategic partner in getting to the next level - I encourage you to book an intro call with Kat. You won't regret it."

Katie Grant
Product Designer

"Not only is Kat incredibly knowledgeable in her field, but she also possesses a natural gift for inspiring and motivating others. Her constant smile and upbeat attitude created a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where everyone felt valued and heard.If you're looking for a compassionate and highly effective life/career coach, I wholeheartedly recommend Kat. She is a true gem in her field, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from her."

Ibrahim Al-DayyeniIbrahim Al-Dayyeni
Job Developer/Employment Coach

"I’ve been been working with Kat as thought partner for ~4 months and she really does help you ‘fast forward the future’. Content and feedback has been spot on as well as highly actionable tips and guidance in tricky ambiguous situations. Probably the kindest, most authentic person I’ve ever met. Highly recommended!"

Mark Law
Founder & Senior Partner at
Advanced Management Skills

"I love it when I am working with people who understand the big picture. Kat is for someone who understands. Who understands who you are and what you would like to achieve... A nonlinear thinker who understands and plays the linear game very well."

Perry Knoppert
Founder at The Octopus Movement

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Portfolio

• Onboarding Redesign
• Growth Mindset for Leaders
• Cross-Functional Process

Featured Project

Handling Difficult Conversations: Transforming Tough Talks into Collaborative Solutions

Project Overview

Client / Context:
Created for the Knowledge Chasers portfolio to demonstrate practical, emotionally intelligent learning design for adults navigating real-world communication challenges.Audience:
Adults who dread difficult conversations whether at work or in personal relationships and want tools to approach conflict with confidence, clarity, and calm.My Role:
Learning Designer, Facilitator, Content Creator, and Project Lead. I owned the project end-to-end, including research, design, scripting, filming, editing, and creating all supporting job aids.Tools & Formats:
DaVinci Resolve (video editing), Gamma AI (initial deck structure), Canva (PDF design), ChatGPT (scriptwriting and planning), YouTube (hosting). Deliverables included a multi-part video series and two downloadable job aids.Timeline:
Approximately 2 months of planning, design, recording, and refinement.Key Outcome:
Demonstrated my ability to design emotionally intelligent learning experiences that blend mindset, practical skills, and real-world application through a multi-part, scalable mini-course.

The Challenge

Difficult conversations often trigger intense and uncomfortable emotions, which leads many people to avoid them entirely. These moments, however, are unavoidable whether with colleagues, managers, or loved ones. Without tools to recognise emotional triggers, diffuse tension, and communicate constructively, relationships can suffer and important issues stay unresolved.
This project set out to create a supportive, practical toolkit that helps people prepare for difficult conversations, regulate their emotions, and shift from avoidance to collaboration. The goal was to help adults feel grounded, confident, and better equipped to navigate conflict with intention.

Understanding the Learners

This learning experience was built for adults who often freeze up, delay conversations, or struggle to express emotions and feedback clearly. Many felt personally attacked during conflict and lacked the confidence or language to respond effectively.
Learners needed a human, accessible framework that reframed conflict as us vs. the problem rather than me vs. you. They also needed tools that were simple, reflective, and practical enough to use both at work and in their personal lives.

Goals & Success Measures

Knowledge Goals

Skill Goals

Impact Goals

My Approach

I began by reviewing established conflict frameworks, emotional intelligence research, books, and TED Talks, grounding the content in both evidence and lived experience. Drawing on years of supporting adults through communication challenges, I designed a programme that blends psychological insight with practical, human-centred tools.A video mini-course offered a friendly, accessible way to support learners through a sensitive topic, while the job aids provided clear visuals, prompts, and models for those who learn best through reading and reflection. These assets were designed to be reused before real conversations, grounding people emotionally and cognitively.My guiding principles were simplicity, emotional intelligence, and immediate real-world application, ensuring that learners could move from insight to action.The learning experience was grounded in real-world challenges rather than assumptions. Prior to creation, I validated the need through conversations with Customer Success Managers and a Manager, CX Operations,
reviewed common escalation themes in their workplace, and identified recurring emotional triggers from real interactions. This informed both the focus areas and success criteria for the experience.To support continuous improvement, I embedded a short, low-friction feedback survey at the end of the experience. The survey was intentionally designed to take under two minutes and focused on confidence shifts, practical applicability, and areas for improvement; making it easy for learners to respond while still generating actionable insights.

The Solution

Programme Structure
A multi-part video series supported by two job aids:

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Key Learning Activities

Learning Assets Developed

1. Difficult Conversations Job Aid
Includes:
Mindset shifts • Conflict styles • Emotional triggers • De-escalation models • Feedback frameworks • Active listening techniques • Empathetic language • Powerful questions • RETHINK framework • Commit-to-action prompt

2. AI-Assisted Conversation Prep Guide
Includes:
Intention-setting • Analysing communication style • Structuring thoughts • Tone & emotional check • AI roleplay practice • Emotional regulation • Reflection prompt

Implementation

The programme works as both a self-paced course and a flexible resource for workshops or coaching. Hosting the videos on YouTube makes it accessible and scalable, while the job aids are designed for repeated use before real-world conversations. This hybrid approach supports learners across multiple contexts and learning styles.

Impact & Validation

To assess the effectiveness of the learning experience and inform future iterations, I embedded a lightweight evaluation approach focused on confidence, practical application, and learner experience.
Learner impact was measured through a short, low-friction post-session feedback survey designed to take under two minutes. The survey combined scaled questions and optional open-text responses to balance ease of completion with actionable insight.Key outcomes included:

Qualitative feedback also presented opportunities for improvement, particularly around adding more practice and reinforcement to support transfer into real-world situations. These insights directly informed ideas for future iterations and potential scaling of the experience.

Reflection

The programme works as both a self-paced course and a flexible resource for workshops or coaching. Hosting the videos on YouTube makes it accessible and scalable, while the job aids are designed for repeated use before real-world conversations. This hybrid approach supports learners across multiple contexts and learning styles.This project reinforced how valuable it is to pair emotional intelligence with simple, actionable tools. I’d love to expand it into a full workshop series where learners watch the video first, then join a live session to practise skills through role play and guided discussion. I also want to create a drip-style follow-up sequence with prompts or quizzes to strengthen retrieval and long-term behaviour change.

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Onboarding Workflow Redesign

Redesigned onboarding from Frankenstein-information-dump to a workflow-aligned experience that helped new hires feel confident and ready to contribute faster.

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The Problem

My Approach (How I Think)

I don’t start with content. I start with how people actually work.

What I Built

A reimagined onboarding experience structured around three pillars:

1. Big Picture
Mission, how teams fit together, and why each role matters.
2. Tools & Processes
The actual tech stack people use weekly, taught in context.
3. Product & Services
Language, scenarios, and knowledge needed to speak confidently with customers.I also wove in cross-functional introductions to build their circle of champions at the company and feedback loops to continuously improve the experience and allow them to contribute sooner.

Outcome & Impact

Key Learning:
Learning only works when it respects how people actually do their jobs.

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Growth Mindset for Leaders: 3 Shifts That Transform Your Team

Format:
Short-form video + practical toolkit + AI coaching promptAudience:
People managers and emerging leaders navigating change, feedback, and uncertainty

The Challenge

Many leaders intellectually understand the idea of a “growth mindset,” but struggle to apply it in real leadership moments. Especially during change, ambiguity, or performance conversations.Common challenges included:

This often resulted in:

The Goal

Create a practical, human-centred learning experience that helps leaders:

The Solution

I designed a multi-format learning asset focused on real leadership behaviour change:

1. Short-Form Learning Video
“Growth Mindset for Leaders” (approx. 8 minutes)

Key Areas of Focus:

2. Practical Toolkit (PDF)
To support transfer into day-to-day leadership, I created a concise toolkit that includes:

This allowed leaders to revisit the concepts outside the video and apply them in live conversations.

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3. AI Coaching Prompt (PDF)
To extend learning beyond passive consumption, I designed an AI coaching prompt that:

This tool supports ongoing reflection and habit-building rather than one-time learning.

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Learning Design Approach

Impact & Signals I’d Be Looking For

Because this was standalone leadership enablement content published on YouTube, impact wasn’t measured through formal rollout metrics. Instead, I designed the content with clear behavioural signals in mind.
If this were embedded inside a leadership programme or used by teams, I’d be looking for:

These signals matter more than views alone, because the goal of this content is behavioural change, not passive consumption.

What I’d Measure Next (If Scaled or Embedded)

If this content were adopted inside an organisation or leadership programme, I’d want to measure:

This would allow the learning to move from awareness → application → habit.

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Cross-Functional Handoff
Sales to CS Handoff Redesign

Turned a vague, misaligned handoff into a clear, end-to-end workflow both teams could trust.

The Problem

My Approach (How I Think)

I learned quickly that this wasn’t a documentation issue. It was a shared understanding problem.
So I:

What I Built

Outcome & Impact

Key Learning:
I initially underestimated the number of stakeholders involved.
Next time, I would start with a completely blank slate to understand each team’s world before designing a solution. That shift alone prevents misalignment later and smoother conversation for cross-collaboration.

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Contact me if you'd like to discuss how I can help your team address skill gaps and create engaging learning experiences that lead to real performance improvements. I'd love to help your team chase more knowledge!

Testimonials

"Kat is creative, empathetic, and an excellent executor. She balances curiosity and clarity whether she’s designing role-based training, creating AI based productivity enhancements, or leading impactful Enablement efforts.Kat strives to scale knowledge, improve workflows, and empower others. She is a generous collaborator, sharing resources and elevating others’ ideas. Her responsiveness and calm professionalism make her a joy to work with, even under pressure.If you're looking for someone who can bridge strategy and execution, inspire teams, and make adoption and change management feel more human, Kat is that person."

Robin Reshwan
VP Talent Management

"I had the chance to work closely with Kat across multiple cross-team initiatives, and she’s one of those rare people who elevates every project she touches. As an instructional design specialist, Kat brought creativity and clarity to everything from customer webinars to polished, high-impact slides that supported business reviews.What stood out most is that Kat isn’t just about delivering excellent work she’s a true culture carrier. She has this natural ability to bring teams together, make collaboration seamless, and keep the energy positive even when deadlines are tight.If you’re looking for someone who blends instructional design expertise with team-first leadership and a knack for making complex ideas easy to understand, Kat is that person."

Amanda Groves
VP Product Marketing

"Kat is truly one of a kind. Her inherently vibrant nature infuses passion and energy into every project we've collaborated on. Her extensive experience is evident as she consistently offers deep insights and solves problems with ease. However, it is her creativity and natural skills as a communicator that truly set her apart. She can transform even dry subject matter into a dynamic and engaging learning experience. Kat's workshops are always fun and engaging, making her a standout in any professional setting."

Richard Stone
Senior Business Systems Analyst

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"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kat, and what immediately stands out is her thoughtful and intentional approach to everything she does. She actively seeks out opportunities for collaboration and creates space for others’ ideas, which elevates both her work and the people around her.When tackling projects, Kat takes the time to consider all aspects big picture strategy, fine details, and the human element ensuring nothing is overlooked. She also has a great ability to leverage tools to share information quickly and effectively, whether it’s a quick video walkthrough or another creative solution, making communication clear, accessible, and efficient for everyone involved.Kat’s strong work ethic is matched by the care and pride she puts into her daily activities, making her a trusted and reliable partner on any initiative. Anyone who has the chance to work with Kat will quickly see the value she brings, not only through results but through the collaborative and thoughtful way she achieves them."

Meaghen Frame
Enterprise Customer Success Manager

"Since joining Enable, Kat has brought a wealth of innovative ideas to knowledge sharing across the business. Her approach to enablement has made a significant impact, ensuring that teams have access to high-quality, engaging training materials that drive real value.Her workshops are incredibly well-received - she has a talent for facilitating discussions that surface key insights and processes, which are then thoughtfully translated into structured learning resources. Through her work on WorkRamp and other platforms, she helps make complex topics more accessible, equipping teams with the knowledge they need to succeed.Kat’s Knowledge Bites are absolutely phenomenal! I had the chance to watch some, and they were genuinely eye-opening. The way she curates and delivers content makes learning intuitive, engaging, and impactful. Her dedication to creating meaningful learning experiences is evident in everything she does.And beyond all that, Kat is just an amazing human being. She brings so much energy, positivity, and thoughtfulness to everything she touches. Her ability to connect with people, support their growth, and make learning an enjoyable experience is truly special."

Nicole Nina Nakonczy
Agile Senior Project and Programme Manager

"I had the privilege of working with Kat during her time in Enable’s Enablement function, where she consistently demonstrated expertise and professionalism of the highest calibre. Kat is highly regarded across departments for her ability to design and deliver impactful learning programmes, ranging from leadership workshops on communication, resilience and strategic thinking to structured onboarding journeys that accelerated the effectiveness of Customer Success teams. She combines extensive knowledge and theory behind adult learning with the presence and skill of a professional trainer and coach, ensuring that every initiative is both engaging and strategically aligned with business objectives. Kat’s commitment to developing people, coupled with her ability to foster cross-functional collaboration, left a lasting impact on our organisation. Any company or client seeking a trusted partner to elevate leadership capability and learning culture would benefit greatly from Kat’s expertise."

Helena Bajurska
Implementation Analyst

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