Tales From The Lane

This week on Tales from The Lane, I'm joined by Dr. Kristen Strom — speaker, author, former English professor turned transformational wellness coach — for a deeply real, encouraging conversation about what it actually takes to stop surviving and start thriving. Kristen built the career she thought she always wanted: PhD, professor, teacher educator, mom of three, leadership roles—all the boxes checked. But behind the scenes? She was exhausted, burned out, and increasingly disconnected from herself. A single photo of her on a walk with her kids changed everything. In this episode, Kristen shares: ✨ How success on paper can mask deep misalignment ✨ The moment she realized no one was coming to save her ✨ The 3 pieces of the wellness puzzle ✨ The Be–Do–Have framework and how it can change everything ✨ One small, smart step you can take today to shift your momentum We also talk about the lies we tell ourselves ("later, later, later…"), the danger of thinking being busy means being fulfilled, and how to rebuild a life that aligns with who you've become—not who you were five years ago. This is the perfect episode to listen to during Thrive Fest, where hundreds of us are taking small steps every day to reset our energy and reclaim our clarity. (Join us anytime!) Resources & Links: Join Thrive Fest: Holiday Edition Get my book Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Career Connect with Kristen: IG: @dr_kristenstrom and @lifewithdrkristen, FBk: Dr. Kristen Strom; Linkedin: Dr. Kristen Strom If you've been feeling stretched thin, stuck, or out of sync with your own life, this episode will feel like a deep breath. Kristen's story is proof that change doesn't require an overhaul—just one small, smart step at a time.

Does life feel louder lately? Not just audibly, but mentally? Between the news cycle, nonstop notifications, the group chats, and the never-ending list of micro-decisions—we're all running on cognitive overload. In today's episode, Kate breaks down five powerful, practical strategies to help you turn down the volume, reclaim your mental space, and get your focus back. You'll learn how to: • Be intentional about the news you consume • Reduce context switching and reclaim hours of lost time • Build deep-focus "sauna time" into your day • Decrease decision fatigue with systems and rituals • Try a game-changing content-deprivation week These tools will help you create more calm, clarity, and control—not by escaping your life, but by designing it more intentionally. ✨ Thrive Fest is officially underway!If you haven't joined yet, there's still time to hop in and start your 6-week reset. Join here: https://mailchi.mp/katekayaian/dzlvsmt90k 📘 Get the book: Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Aant to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers. Amazon, B&N, or wherever you buy books. 💬 Work with Kate 1:1  Book a free 30-minute consult call today.

Register for Thrivefest (it's free!) We begin on November 17th! What does it really mean to show up—on stage, on camera, online—and feel authentic instead of performative? Certified coach, speaker, writer, and retreat leader Dayna Del Val joins Kate to unpack "audacious visibility": the blend of presence, clarity, and courage that helps leaders and creatives communicate with impact. We get into: How to become audaciously visible without feeling salesy The #1 shift that makes talks and high-stakes conversations land (hello, audience-first delivery) Why storytelling rewires the stories we tell about ourselves—and how to change them Practical, theater-tested tips for on-camera confidence (Zoom and stage) The power of retreats and intentional time away to reconnect with your spark Navigating polarization with nuance (Dayna's podcast Brave Middle Ground) and building real connection again If you're crafting a keynote, prepping for a TED-style talk, or simply want to feel more you in the room, this one's a masterclass in presence. Resources mentioned: Dana's "10 Quick Tips to Be Confident & Camera-Ready," Rediscover Your Spark retreats (Edinburgh!) links to Dana's website and podcast Plus Kate's Thrive Fest (Holiday Edition) free community-wide advent calendar!

Most high achievers spend their lives mastering their side of the table—preparing, polishing, striving. But what happens when you switch sides? When you stop practicing only for the audition, for the interview, for the presentation…and step into the seat of the person on the other side? This week, we're exploring one of the most underrated tools for accelerating your growth, confidence, and clarity: perspective-shifting. From sitting on audition panels to interviewing other candidates, teaching what you're still learning, and even walking through your own audience or customer experience—putting yourself on the other side gives you information, insight, and confidence you cannot get any other way. If you're serious about mastery, momentum, and meaningful success, this episode is your blueprint. In this episode you'll learn: Why your brain learns faster when you switch roles How sitting on the decision-making side sharpens your instincts 5 strategies to immediately adopt "the other side" perspective The psychological and neuroscience research behind perspective-taking How this simple shift builds humility, confidence, and emotional intelligence This isn't about doing more—it's about seeing more. Resources & Links Mentioned: 📘 Get my book Beyond Potential — a roadmap to building a life and career of sustainable excellence 🗓️ Book a free 1:1 call to explore what doors working with a coach might open for you!  📩 Subscribe to The Weekend List — your weekly dose of grounded inspiration & strategy https://katekayaian.com/newsletter 🎉 Register for Thrive Fest — Holiday Edition Your daily, calm-but-powerful accountability ritual for a season that actually feels good

How do you rebuild momentum after a big change — in your work, your business, or your identity? This week on Tales from The Lane, I'm joined by entrepreneur, coach, and leadership expert John T. Meyer (@johntmeyer_ on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram). We dig into what it really takes to create — and sustain — forward motion when life and work evolve. John shares the story of rebuilding after selling his company, the power of discipline and consistency, and why true confidence doesn't come from results — it comes from becoming the kind of person who does what they say they'll do. You'll learn: How to rebuild momentum after a big transition or pivot Why confidence and courage are different (and how to build both) How to design daily "non-negotiables" that actually work The surprising role of boredom in long-term success What it means to "filter the noise" and focus on what really matters If you've ever felt like you're starting over — or stuck waiting for inspiration to strike — this conversation will help you take that next small step that leads to big momentum. 🎧 Listen now to Episode 86: Building Momentum — Identity, Confidence, and Doing the Boring Work with John T. Meyer. 🌟 Let's stay connected! If this episode resonates, I'd love to hear your thoughts — tag me on Instagram @kkayaian and tell me your biggest takeaway. For more ideas and behind-the-scenes insights on building a fulfilling, high-performing life, grab a copy of my book Beyond Potential — and be sure to subscribe to my free Friday newsletter, The Weekend List, where I share stories, strategies, and curated recommendations to help you thrive.

Do you ever end the day feeling like you were busy nonstop… but somehow didn't really get anything done? Between the texts, the quick favors, the emails, the "just a minute" tasks—it's no wonder our focus feels shredded. Research from UC Irvine shows that after each interruption, it takes an average of 23 minutes to fully return to your original task. Multiply that by a few dozen interruptions, and there goes your deep work. In this solo episode, Kate shares the simple system she uses to protect her focus without letting the rest of life fall apart. It's a daily practice that corrals distractions, clears mental clutter, and helps you end the day feeling both productive and peaceful. You'll learn: Why "just a quick reply" can secretly cost you half an hour of focus What context switching does to your brain (and how to stop it) How to separate what's urgent from what's important The hidden power of batching micro-tasks How to close the workday with clarity and calm This small mindset shift can change the way you work, lead, and live—no assistant required. Mentioned: Gloria Mark's research on interruptions (UC Irvine) American Psychological Association on multitasking Cal Newport's Deep Work David Allen's Getting Things Done The Eisenhower Matrix Keep going: 📘 Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers ✉️ Sign up for The Weekend List, Kate's free Friday newsletter of stories, tools, and ideas to help you thrive 📲 Connect on Instagram: @kkayaian

Get your copy of Kate's book, Beyond Potential:  A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Career.  In today's episode, Kate sits down with author and executive coach Charlie Gilkey, founder of Productive Flourishing, to unpack the truth about why teams struggle — and how to fix it. Charlie explains how small, everyday team habits can make or break performance, belonging, and joy at work. Together, he and Kate explore how power dynamics show up in every team (from Fortune 100 companies to small nonprofits), why "broken printers" are the real enemy, and how leaders can stop being the bottleneck in their own organizations. Whether you lead a team or are part of one, this episode will help you build healthier, more productive relationships that actually make work work. You'll learn: Why every dysfunctional team is doing something to each other — not to them. The three kinds of power that exist in every organization. How to use "interpersonal power" to make things better — even if you're not the boss. Why meetings aren't really the problem. How belonging habits create happier, more resilient teams. Resources Mentioned: Team Habits: How Small Actions Lead to Extraordinary Results — by Charlie Gilkey Start Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done — by Charlie Gilkey Take the free Team Habits Quiz at productiveflourishing.com Sign up for The Weekend List: Your perfect Friday pick-me-up: smart insights, fresh finds, and a dose of creative inspiration—delivered every week And come and say hello on Instagram or LinkedIn Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide to Plan out Your Next 90 Days

We've officially entered the final 90 days of the year—the season where some people push to "Crush Q4!" and others quietly pack it in and wait for January. But there's a better way. In this episode of Tales from The Lane, Kate Kayaian shares a refreshing framework for using the last quarter of the year as both a celebration of what you've achieved and a launch pad for what's next. Learn how to: ✅ Start with how you want to feel on December 31st ✅ Revisit your January goals with compassion (and cross off what no longer fits) ✅ Make meaningful progress—even if it's just 10%—on the goals that still matter ✅ Follow Kate's Four-Point Q4 Framework: Plus, Kate shares tools to help you plan your best quarter yet: ✨ Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide – a free step-by-step reset process ✨ 1:1 Quarterly Strategy Session – limited spots to create your personalized plan ✨ Thrive Fest – Holiday Edition – a free 6-week series of daily prompts (Nov–Jan) to stay organized, make progress, and actually enjoy the holidays. The last 90 days aren't about crushing or coasting—they're about aligning. Let's make this final stretch of the year your strongest and most joyful yet. Download the Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide Book a Quarterly Strategy Session Join The Weekend List newsletter' Get the Book! Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers.  Follow Kate on Instagram: @KKayaian and on LinkedIn

What is the role of art in today's political reality—comfort, challenge, escape… all of the above? In this wide-ranging, candid conversation, conductor Alyssa Wang joins Kate to wrestle with the big questions artists, leaders, and audiences are asking right now: Does art really "bring people together"—and what does that actually mean? How do we reconcile fundraising language with tangible community impact? Can programming be both an invitation to joy and a catalyst for reflection? Where does an artist's responsibility begin and end—in the hall, on the podium, or in civic life? How can leaders speak authentically without polarizing their communities? Alyssa shares openly about purpose, impact, and leadership in an era of stress, censorship, and escalating tension—and why empathy, community building, and honest dialogue may be our most essential artistic tools. About Today's Guest: Alyssa Wang is a passionate and versatile conductor, violinist, and composer. She is the Co-founder/Artistic Director/Principal Conductor of the Boston Festival Orchestra, the Music Director of the Cincinnati Ballet, and Music Director of the Cape Symphony (MA). Her honors include the 2024 New Music USA Creator Fund, 2023 Solti Foundation Career Assistance Award, and 2022 St. Botolph Emerging Artist Award. As a performer and composer, Alyssa has soloed with ensembles across the U.S., premiered her own violin concerto Swept Away, and recorded on Grammy-nominated projects (including Carlos Simon's Requiem for the Enslaved). In this episode, we discuss: The long game of artistic impact: what ripples are real vs. rhetoric "Bringing people together": beyond bodies in seats to shared experience Escapism vs. engagement: why Pops can be active community-building Programming with integrity: reflecting a community without stopping there Leadership under pressure: speaking to humanity, not partisanship The artist as citizen: where civic action may satisfy the need for tangible impact Stress, doomscrolling, and giving audiences a place to listen and feel Balancing institutional voice and personal convictions as the public face of an org Connect with Alyssa Instagram: @AlyssaWang1895 More from Kate Book: Beyond Potential — practical frameworks to realign your work and life Sign up for Kate's Newsletter: The Weekend List — weekly sparks for high achievers Connect on Instagram: @kkayaian Enjoyed this conversation? Share it with an artist or leader in your life who's navigating purpose, programming, and impact right now. And hit follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode of Tales from The Lane.

Big goals are exciting—but setting a challenge for yourself is transformative. Whether it's a wellness program like 75 Hard, training for your first 5K, making a revenue target at work, climbing a mountain, or finally tackling that house renovation, a defined challenge pushes you beyond comfort and into growth. In this episode, Kate explores why challenges are so powerful, what science says about the mental and physical benefits of pushing your limits, and how to design a challenge that energizes rather than exhausts you. From health to career to creativity, you'll learn why taking on something difficult isn't just about crossing a finish line—it's about discovering who you really are along the way. Kate also shares personal stories and practical tips for choosing the right challenge, staying motivated, and celebrating progress without burning out. If you've been waiting for a sign to test your own limits, this is it. 💡 Resources & Links: Grab your copy of Kate's book, Beyond Potential, for exercises to help you design a life and career that feel extraordinary and fulfilling. Get weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox—sign up for The Weekend List. Follow Kate on Instagram for daily tips and behind-the-scenes updates: @kkayaian.

We all have them—the nagging, unfinished tasks that have been sitting on our list for months, sometimes years. They weigh us down, drain our energy, and quietly whisper that we're falling behind. For me, it was finally starting Invisalign after years of thinking, "I should do something about my teeth." It's a year-long commitment, but the simple act of beginning has already lifted a huge mental load. In this episode of Tales from The Lane, I challenge you to choose your "one thing" and commit to tackling it this year. We'll explore why unfinished tasks drain our focus (hello, Zeigarnik Effect), how finally starting creates momentum, and why clearing that lingering to-do is often more powerful than adding something new to your plate. If you've been carrying around something you keep saying you'll do "someday," this is your sign to make someday today. 📖 Mentioned in this episode: Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-assess, Re-define, and Re-ignite Their Careers 📬 Sign up for my Friday newsletter, The Weekend List, for insights, stories, and recommendations I don't share anywhere else.

We've all been told to manage our time better if we want to be more productive. But here's the truth: you don't run out of hours, you run out of energy. In this episode of Tales from The Lane, Kate Kayaian unpacks why energy – not time – is the true currency of high performance. You'll learn: Why stress is one of the biggest drains on your energy (and how to reframe it into fuel). The surprising science behind energy management vs. time management. Seven proven ways to generate energy when you need it most – without a nap. How shifting into a higher-energy state makes the same challenges suddenly solvable. If you're tired of feeling depleted, scattered, and behind – even with a perfectly planned calendar – this episode is your wake-up call. ✨ Mentioned in this episode: Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers  Sign up for Kate's Friday newsletter: The Weekend List Connect with Kate on Instagram → @kkayaian

Excellence doesn't require obsession—it requires integration. We've all heard the advice: focus on one thing, say no to everything else, single-minded purpose is the path to success. Books like Gary Keller's The One Thing and Greg McKeown's Essentialism make a powerful case for focus. But what happens when that focus becomes obsession? In this episode of Tales from The Lane, Kate unpacks the dark side of a single-minded pursuit—burnout, isolation, and the crushing disappointment of reaching the "top" only to find it lonely. Drawing on insights from Benjamin Hardy, research from the Harvard Study of Adult Development, and real-world examples from Yo-Yo Ma to Venus Williams, Kate makes the case for a different kind of excellence. One rooted in balance, relationships, and impact. You'll learn: Why obsession is not the same as excellence. How even your biggest achievements can feel hollow without integration. The critical role relationships and contribution play in long-term fulfillment. Practical strategies for pursuing excellence without sacrificing everything else. If you've ever felt the pressure to "go all in" on one singular purpose—or if you've achieved success but still feel something's missing—this episode is for you. Tales from The Lane is the podcast for high achievers and successful creatives who want more than just accomplishments—they want a deeply fulfilling life. Links & Resources: Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide Follow me on Instagram: @katekayaian My book: Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers – Order here

If you lived the same week over and over for the next 52 weeks… where would you be a year from now? Would you be healthier? More successful? Closer to your goals—or stuck in the same place you are now? In this episode of Tales from The Lane, Kate Kayaian shares her 365-Day Week framework, a powerful way to assess where your time, focus, and energy are going. You'll learn how to identify the "dials" in your life—work, relationships, health, personal growth, community—and make small, intentional adjustments to keep all areas moving forward. From automating and outsourcing to combining activities in creative ways, Kate gives you the tools to build a life that's balanced and ambitious—without falling into the trap of tunnel vision or burnout. If you've been feeling stuck, this episode will help you break the cycle and design weeks that lead to a year you'll be proud of. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The simple question that reveals whether you're moving forward—or spinning in place Why focusing on one area of life 100% and ignoring the rest is a recipe for burnout How to think of your priorities as "dials" you can adjust in real time Practical strategies to automate, outsource, and combine tasks for better balance How to keep all areas of your life moving—even during busy seasons Links & Resources: Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide Follow me on Instagram: @katekayaian My book: Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers – Order here

  In this episode of Tales from The Lane, Kate takes a candid look at a growing trend: using self-care and boundaries as default reasons to opt out of opportunities, connection, and growth. While the movement to prevent burnout was born out of necessity—helping leaders, parents, and professionals stretched impossibly thin—somewhere along the way, it became a lifestyle brand. And now, more and more early-career professionals are declining every extra task, gig, or invitation in the name of "protecting their peace," only to find themselves feeling disconnected and unfulfilled. Kate explores: Why self-care and boundaries matter (and where the movement started) How the pendulum has swung too far in the opposite direction How saying yes (even when it feels inconvenient) can build skills, networks, and community What the most fulfilled, high-achieving people do differently If you've been wondering how to balance protecting your time with showing up fully for your life and your community, this conversation will help you reframe what it means to be both intentional and engaged. Mentioned in this episode: Thrive by Arianna Huffington Essentialism by Greg McKeown Slow Productivity by Cal Newport Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide to help you map your year and reclaim your calendar.  Want more great tips on how you can continue to pursue excellence without burning out?  Grab a copy of my new book, Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers.  Let's Hang Out!  Follow me on Instagram: @kkayaian

In this solo episode of Tales from The Lane, Kate explores how summer—with its longer days, lighter rhythms, and natural pauses—can become a powerful opportunity for purposeful reflection. If you've ever found yourself feeling stuck, burned out, or constantly "too busy," this conversation is your invitation to slow down and check in with yourself. Kate shares why high-achievers often resist reflection, what it really means to pause with intention, and simple ways to reconnect with what matters most. You'll learn: What purposeful reflection is—and isn't Why so many successful people avoid it Three practical approaches you can try right now The Summer Solstice Check-In Micro-Reflection Rituals Treating vacations as integration time How to use reflection to design a fall season that feels more intentional and aligned This is your reminder: you don't have to earn the right to slow down. Sometimes, the clarity and courage you're searching for are already waiting—if you're willing to listen. Grab my (free) Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide!  Want more great tips on how you can continue to pursue excellence without burning out?  Grab a copy of my new book, Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers.  Let's Hang Out!  Follow me on Instagram: @kkayaian

In this episode of Tales from The Lane, I'm joined by the brilliant and ever-evolving vocalist Emily Byrne. Emily's career has spanned opera houses across Europe, intimate cabaret stages here in the U.S., and now, a bold new project close to her heart: recording a jazz album with her father in honor of his milestone birthday. We talk about: How Emily navigated the shift from opera to cabaret and jazz The internal scripts she had to rewrite to embrace reinvention What she learned about vulnerability and community support through crowdfunding The habits and mindsets that have fueled her creative resilience Why taking artistic risks is not just worthwhile, but essential If you've ever wondered what it takes to pivot into a new chapter of your creative life, this conversation will inspire you to step beyond your comfort zone and say yes to what lights you up. Emily also shares details about her jazz album project and how you can be part of bringing it to life. Mentioned in this episode: Emily's one-woman show Siren, Songbirds, and Showgirls Her upcoming cabaret projects, The Hostess with the Mostes' and A Cool Yule Cabaret My book, Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-assess, Re-define, and Re-ignite Their Careers Learn more and support Emily's new album  Want more great tips on how you can continue to pursue excellence without burning out?  Grab a copy of my new book, Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers.  Let's Hang Out!  Follow me on Instagram: @kkayaian

In this episode, we're diving into one of the most overlooked yet powerful elements of success, connection, and fulfillment: the energy you bring into any room or situation. We often think strategy and planning are everything. But what if your emotional lens—the default assumptions, emotions, and intentions you carry—was the hidden factor shaping your outcomes more than anything else? In this episode, we'll explore: Why your energy is often more impactful than your words or actions How to identify your default lens in stressful or high-stakes situations Why emotional contagion affects everyone around you (especially if you're in a leadership role) How to intentionally choose a more aligned and empowering energy before you walk in the door Real-life stories of how reframing your emotional lens can completely transform your experience This is an invitation to unpack what you're carrying, choose what you bring, and show up as your most powerful, aligned self. Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide to help you map your year and reclaim your calendar.  Want more great tips on how you can continue to pursue excellence without burning out?  Grab a copy of my new book, Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers.  Let's Hang Out!  Follow me on Instagram: @kkayaian

Welcome back to Tales from The Lane, the podcast for high achievers and successful creatives who want more than just a stacked resume. Today, we're exploring how to design a Quarter 3 that blends high performance and la dolce vita. Summer can feel like an awkward season. July and August have a slower pace—fewer decisions, more distractions, and the pull of sunshine and adventure. Then September barrels in like a high-speed train with fresh routines, new seasons, and a sense of urgency. How do we create a quarter that fuels momentum and lets us savor life? In this episode, I share: My own Q3 plans for work, travel, and rest Why Q3 feels so different from the rest of the year—and how to embrace it 7 powerful questions to design your own fulfilling, productive summer How to prepare now so Q4 feels clear and energizing, not overwhelming If you're ready to stay ambitious while enjoying every gelato, sunset, and hammock nap, this one's for you. Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide to help you map your year and reclaim your calendar.  Want more great tips on how you can continue to pursue excellence without burning out?  Grab a copy of my new book, Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers.  Let's Hang Out!  Follow me on Instagram: @kkayaian

Get your copy of my new book, Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers, today at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or wherever books are sold.  In this episode of Tales from The Lane, I'm joined by thought leadership strategist Macy Robison—creator of the Resonant Thought Leadership System™ and former Senior Director of Certification for StoryBrand. Macy has seen too many brilliant experts burn out trying to copy someone else's content strategy. So she helps high achievers do something radically different: lead with their strengths. Together, we explore the mindset shifts and strategic insights that allow creatives and experts to stop chasing visibility and start building it in a way that feels aligned, energizing, and truly impactful. Whether you're launching a platform, promoting a book, or just trying to be more visible in your field, this conversation will help you understand how to build thought leadership that sticks, without losing yourself in the process. You'll learn:  Why copying someone else's content strategy rarely works (even if it's "proven") How Macy helps experts find their natural communication style—and build from there The surprising connection between musical theatre and thought leadership What to do if you're multi-passionate and don't want to be "pigeonholed" The most important question to ask before starting a podcast, blog, or brand Follow Macy at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/macyrobison/ https://www.instagram.com/macyrobison/ https://www.threads.com/@macyrobison   Take the quiz: https://macyrobison.com/quiz  Listen to the Own Your Impact Podcast: https://macyrobison.com/podcast   Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide to help you map your year and reclaim your calendar.  Want more great tips on how you can continue to pursue excellence without burning out?  Grab a copy of my new book, Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers.  Let's Hang Out!  Follow me on Instagram: @kkayaian