EP171 The Cascade Effect of Self-Awareness: Growth That Impacts More Than Just You

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This week, Angela and Sami are joined by Kathryn Heizer, also known as The Cascade Effect Coach, for a real and powerful conversation about how we influence others — often without even knowing it.

From corporate leadership to parenting, from grief to goal-setting, we unpack what it means to live and lead intentionally. Kathryn shares her transition from the corporate world into coaching, the inspiration behind “The Cascade Effect,” and how even our smallest actions ripple outward.

We also talk about:

• The difference between our true self and the "avatars" we put on
• How stress and grief change how we show up (and why that’s okay)
• Letting go of dreams that no longer fit — and realizing you may already have what you wanted
• How leaders can support team members without taking it all on themselves
• Why coaching isn’t about fixing — it’s about freeing

If you’ve ever felt like you’re wearing a mask, holding too much, or unsure how you’re impacting those around you — this one’s for you.

🔥 Favorite Takeaways:

• “You're never too far down the river to pivot.”
• “Your energy shapes the room — even when you don’t say a word.”
• “We don’t have to blow everything up to begin again. Sometimes it’s just about the first next step.”

🧠 About Our Guest:
Kathryn Heizer is a certified life coach helping high-performing professionals find clarity, calm, and momentum — in and out of the workplace. She partners with leaders to support teams, offering coaching for individuals or on-site “office hours” to create real-time transformation.

Find her at CascadeEffectCoach.com or follow her on Instagram and Facebook @CascadeEffectCoach.

If this episode sparked something in you or reminded you of someone who needs to hear it — share it! Let’s keep the cascade effect going. 💧✨

Until next time, go be freaking awesome.

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