Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson chats with Katie O’Malley, Executive Coach and Founder of (en)Courage Coaching. Katie opens up about her leap from higher education into full-time entrepreneurship, the power of self-compassion, and the invisible forces that challenge leadership. From launching her business at 40 to giving a TEDx talk, Katie brings actionable wisdom for anyone striving to build a purposeful and flexible work-from-home life.
Who is Katie O'Malley?
Katie O’Malley is an Executive Coach and Leadership Educator with twenty years of experience in nonprofit, education, and corporate spaces. She founded (en)Courage Coaching to make leadership and career development more accessible and empowering. Her work is recognized by Fast Company and Thrive Global, and she’s spoken at SHRM, Women in Retail, and TEDx Boston.
Connect with Katie O'Malley:
Website: https://encouragecoaching.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/encouragecoachchicago/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENCOURAGECOACHCHICAGO
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kateomalley/
Host Contact Details:
Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com
In this Episode:
00:33 – Katie shares her journey from higher ed to launching her coaching business
04:24 – Authentic client relationships and how she avoids “salesy” pressure
07:45 – A leadership failure and what it taught her about accountability
12:31 – How she managed stress after an attempted break-in
18:37 – Her morning routine for energy, clarity, and balance
20:44 – Why self-compassion is critical for sustainable success
24:36 – Her take on modern leadership and freedom in the workplace
30:24 – The TEDx talk: how it came to be and what it’s about
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