Ambitious-ish: Success Without Burnout for Smart, Driven Women

Have you ever felt overwhelmed and stuck in your business, unsure of how to take the next steps to achieve your goals? Do you struggle with putting yourself out there on social media and dealing with the fear of criticism and failure? In this episode, our former coaching client Molly joins us to share her transformative coaching journey and the tools she's gained to build her confidence and grow h...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create. Let's talk about the truth about ambition.   For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/

Have you ever bottled up your needs until you exploded? Or gone totally passive-aggressive instead of just asking for what you want? As high achievers, we tell ourselves that expressing our needs makes us weak, burdensome, and needy. We'd rather overwork, over-function, and over-deliver than actually say, "Hey, I need a hand."   Join us as we discuss how to identify your needs and express them in...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish Snack. Let's talk about what we call THE PAUSE and how this basic tool can be your superpower.   For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/

Do you ever feel your blood pressure rising when dealing with that challenging colleague, client, or even loved one?   In this episode, we break down crucial tools for regulating your nervous system and responding thoughtfully instead of reactively when dealing with difficult people. You'll also learn how to set boundaries, communicate your needs, and show up as an empowered leader regardless of h...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create. Let's talk about that inner mean girl of yours and how to handle her.   For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/  

Are your relationships stuck in a rut of negativity and disconnection? What if complaining, blaming, defending, and assuming are the culprits?     These normal but disempowering patterns keep us in victim mentality and survival mode, but there's a better way. By eliminating these four behaviors, we can relate to ourselves and others with more understanding, compassion, and collaboration.   Tune in...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create. Let's talk about the one question you need to answer to create balance in your life.   For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/  

Do you ever feel like a fraud, despite your accomplishments? Like you're just waiting to be found out as an imposter who doesn't belong? If so, you're not alone. Up to 70% of people experience imposter syndrome at some point, even highly successful individuals.       Tune in to learn practical strategies for reframing imposter syndrome as a sign of growth. Discover how to tap into the wisdom of yo...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create. Let's talk about Self-Sabotage and how to work through it.   For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/  

Do you ever feel like your brain is stuck in a negative thought spiral? Like your inner critic is working overtime, everything feels heavy, and you're convinced you're the only one who can't get it together? Well, I have some good news - it's not just you. And more importantly, it's not your fault.     The even better news? You can break free from that mental hamster wheel of negativity. And we've...

Have you already abandoned your New Year's resolutions? You're not alone. In fact, January 10th is known as "Quitter's Day" because it's when 80% of people give up on their goals. But what if this year could be different?     Get ready to learn how to set goals in a way that sets you up for success, not failure. We will teach you how to make a plan, work through confusion, and savor your successes...

Do you ever find yourself pretending to be someone you're not? Saying you're fine when you're really not, or acting like you have it all together when deep down you feel like you're falling apart? If so, you're not alone. In today's episode, we dive into the topic of pretending and how it can hold us back from living authentically.   Tune in to learn how to stop the self-betraying act of pretendin...

Welcome to another Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create.  Ready to make 2025 your breakthrough year? Here's how.   For more information, go to: https://bit.ly/2025GOALGETTING  

Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions in life, lacking a sense of purpose or direction? You're not alone. As we enter a new year, many of us find ourselves re-evaluating our lives, taking stock of where we've been, and looking ahead to where we want to go.   But here's the secret: finding your purpose isn't about looking outside yourself for answers. It's an inside job.    Tu...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create. Let's talk about how if you knew how, you'd already be doing it.   For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/

Do you ever feel like you're constantly rushing through life, trying to check off an endless to-do list? In a world that rewards productivity and busyness, it's easy to get caught up in the cycle of doing more and more. This might feel especially pronounced for you while preparing for the holidays. But what if there was a better way?   Join us this week as we challenge the notion that our worth is...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create. Let's talk about how your thoughts have impact.   For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/  

Have you ever found yourself stuck asking the same unhelpful questions over and over again? Questions like, "What should I do?" or, "Why does this always happen to me?" If so, you're not alone. We've all been there, caught in a loop of unproductive self-inquiry that keeps us trapped in our current circumstances.   Tune in today as we revisit an important conversation about the power of asking bett...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create. Let's talk about what it means to be Ambitious-ish.   For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/    

Have you ever felt like you've achieved everything you set out to accomplish, but still feel unhappy and unfulfilled? That's exactly how Lindsay, a successful orthopedic surgeon, wife, and mother, felt before she started coaching with us. Despite having a thriving practice, a wonderful family, and a beautiful home, Lindsay found herself at one of the lowest points in her life, struggling with burn...

Welcome to your Friday Ambitious-ish snack, a bite-sized episode to keep your brain nourished and on the rails so you can ACTUALLY enjoy the life you work so hard to create. Let's talk briefly about the difference between coaching and therapy.    For more information, go to:  https://www.kelleandnina.com/  

Overthinking is a common struggle, especially during the stressful holiday season when all of the issues in our lives seem magnified. But what exactly is overthinking, why are our brains wired to do it, and what can we do to stop overthinking and actually enjoy the decisions we've made?   Tune in this week to discover five simple steps to break free from the cycle of overthinking and negative thou...

Do you feel like the holidays magnify all your existing stress and challenges? You're not alone. Our brains are wired for survival, not for joy and peace. So unwittingly, we can find ourselves in a chronic state of survival mode over the holidays.     This week, discover how to truly enjoy the holiday season. Learn how to break free from survival mode by calming your nervous system with practical,...

Have you ever felt like your flaws were actually survival mechanisms from your past? Like your people-pleasing, perfectionism, and defensiveness developed as a way to stay safe in your youth?     Join us as we unpack key concepts like betrayal trauma, betrayal blindness, and high-functioning codependency that have been essential in Nina's healing process. Discover the tools and mindset shifts that...