Tales From The Lane

    Welcome back to another episode of the Tales From The Lane Podcast with your host, Kate Kayaian. Join Kate as she discusses the chasm that can often exist between knowing what needs to be done, and doing it–especially when it comes to taking action on something that is important to us.    In this encouraging episode, Kate reflects on one of her favorite teaching examples. Filled with thought-p...

Tales From The Lane Podcast: Making Space for What Matters Welcome back to another episode of the Tales From The Lane Podcast with your host, Kate Kayaian. Join Kate as she discusses the pitfalls and importance of carving out space in our busy lives for what truly matters. In this thought-provoking episode, Kate reflects on the importance of strategically slowing down, prioritizing, and making roo...

Today is a very special episode for me because we have with us, the inimitable Dr. Renee-Paule Gauthier, Violinist, Performance & Life Coach for Musicians, Host of the Mind Over Finger Podcast She is a passionate performer, teacher, and high-performance coach whose career has taken her across the United States and Canada as a soloist, recitalist, chamber musician, orchestral leader, and clinician....

In this episode as we dive deep into the concept of potential and challenge conventional notions of success by asking ourselves: "What if we met our potential self?" Together, we'll explore what it truly means to reach your potential as an artist and as an individual. From redefining success to setting actionable steps toward your goals, this episode offers practical insights and thought-provoking...

In this episode of the Tales From The Lane Podcast, host Kate Kayaian delves into the critical topic of waiting for confidence before pursuing dreams and goals. Drawing from personal experiences and insights gained through coaching high-performing creatives, Kate explores why waiting for confidence is a common trap and why courage is the essential ingredient for progress. Listeners will gain pract...

  We've just started Quarter 2! Grab your free  Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide and set your next 90 days up for Epic Success.  Welcome back to another inspiring episode of "Tales from The Lane," where creatives thrive--with your host, Kate Kayaian. In this episode, we heard from Kensley Behel, president of The Musician's Health Lab, about her path from an injured and struggling student clarineti...

Welcome to Episode 16 of the Tales from The Lane podcast, where we talk about how to thrive in your creative life, find creative and artistic fulfillment, and leave a legacy you can be proud of. In a world where societal expectations and the fear of judgment often hold us back from pursuing our dreams, Today we are going to dive deep into the universal struggle of worrying about what other people...

Hey there, friend, and welcome back to another episode of the Tales from The Lane podcast. I'm your host Kate Kayaian, a former cellist turned mindset and career coach for Creatives. I help Creatives of all kinds—Artists, Musicians, Dancers, Writers, etc. turn their ideas into reality, crafting a career and lifestyle that brings both artistic fulfillment and financial reward and is fully aligned w...

Hi and welcome back to The Tales From The Lane Podcast.  I'm your host, Kate Kayaian– a former cellist, and now a writer and coach for high-performing creatives. This is the show where we talk about how to create a life and career that you love– Ones that bring both creative fulfillment and financial reward.   Today, in Episode 14, we're talking about Doing Less to Get More Done–How to decide what...

Welcome to Episode 13 of Tales From The Lane, where we explore the intersection of creativity, growth, and fulfillment. I'm Kate Kayaian, your host and fellow journeyer through the artistic landscape. In this episode, we delve into the ever-relatable experience of finding yourself in a funk, that peculiar state where motivation seems elusive and progress feels stagnant. But fear not, because today...

Welcome back to The Tales From The Lane Podcast with your host, Kate Kayaian. In Episode 12, Kate delves into the often complex and nuanced world of seeking and providing help, particularly within the creative sphere. Through personal anecdotes and keen observations, Kate explores the dynamics of asking for assistance, giving support, and the underlying desire for connection that often accompanies...

Profit Pivot is open for enrollment! If you are ready to stop making excuses and get your artistic project created and launched, join us for this 6-month hybrid experience. Find more details HERE. Welcome to Episode 11 of the Tales from The Lane podcast. Today, we are joined by violinist Jessica Stinson, and we're talking about taking back control of our careers and making it look the way WE want...

Doors are open for my 6-Month Guided Program, Profit Pivot! This program is perfect for any creative with an idea for an artistic project–a workshop, class, festival, ensemble, chamber music series, or artists retreat... Anything at all! We take you step-by-step to get that project out of your head, and into the world Enrollment in Profit Pivot closes on Friday, February 23rd, so get in there ASAP...

Profit Pivot is almost open for enrollment! If you are ready to stop making excuses and get your artistic project created and launched, join us for this 6-month hybrid experience. Find more details HERE. Welcome to Episode 9 of the Tales from The Lane podcast. Today, we have the fabulous Laura Sinclair joining us to talk about her road from maxed-out public school music teacher to her present life...

  Join us this week for Kate's 5-day Challenge, register for "Launch Your Legacy" and get going on that artistic project that has been gathering dust–waiting to be launched into the world.  Welcome back to another inspiring episode of "Tales from The Lane," where creatives thrive, with your host, Kate Kayaian. In this more personal episode, Kate talks about her own path from languishing in depress...

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of "Tales from The Lane," where creatives flourish under the guidance of your host, Kate Kayaian. In this episode, we heard from Cellist, Michal Shein about her path from insecure freelancer to a courageous force for change in her industry.  You'll hear about: The 1 important thing she did to get herself unstuck How she came up with the idea and format for...

  Join Kate for the upcoming  Launch Your Legacy 5-Day Challenge! Welcome back to Tales from The Lane with your host, Kate Kayaian! Today, we're diving into a topic that might have crossed your mind—artistic legacy. No, it's not necessarily about becoming the next Mozart or Picasso; it's about the impact we leave behind with our craft. Ever thought about what you want people to say about you and y...

  Welcome back to another inspiring episode of "Tales from The Lane," where creatives thrive under the guidance of your host, Kate Kayaian. In this episode, we explore the perennial question that often stalls our creative pursuits: When is the perfect time to start a new project? Whether you're feeling too young, too old, too busy, or just too confused, Kate delves into these challenges, offering...

Episode 4: How to Start Making Real Progress: Growth Tasks Vs. Maintenance Tasks   04 How to Start Making Real Progress: Growth Tasks vs. Maintenance Tasks Embark on a transformative journey in Episode 4 of the Tales from the Lane Podcast, where host Kate Kayaian unravels the art of making tangible progress in your artistic endeavors.  Titled "How to Start Making Real Progress: Growth-Based Action...

  Welcome back to another inspiring episode of "Tales From The Lane: Where Creatives Thrive." I'm Kate Kayaian, your guide on this journey of artistic growth and fulfillment. Today, we delve into the intriguing topic of dreams versus reality and explore a powerful tool that can bridge the gap between them. Grab your favorite beverage, settle into a cozy spot, and let's unravel the secrets to turni...

Episode 02: Three Myths Holding You Back From Your Dream Career.    In this episode of "Tales From The Lane: Where Artists Thrive," host Kate Kayaian explores the three myths that might be holding you back from pursuing your dream career in the artistic and creative realm. Drawing from personal experiences and reflections, Kate shares insights into these pervasive myths that often hinder creative...

  Ready to set yourself up for success this year? As busy creatives, it's easy to default to living day-by-day and dreaming about the far-off future. In today's episode, we're going to dive into the in-between. Looking at our Long-Term Goals, and then setting a plan in place for the next 90 days, we're able to get ourselves out of daily survival mode and make steady progress toward those big goals...

Welcome to "Tales From The Lane," the podcast where artists of all stripes come to thrive. I'm your host, Kate Kayaian, and each episode is a journey into the heart of creativity and success in the arts. Whether you're a musician, a dancer, a visual artist, or a writer, this podcast is your guide to unlocking your creative potential. In every episode, we explore a range of topics, from the busines...