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Go Coach Yourself!Summer Shorts: A Little Woo Woo is All it TakesVic and Ryan explore how a little bit of woo woo goes a long way. In this Summer Shorts episode Vic talks about how she uses her tarot deck to answer questions and provide guidance on current questions. This episode highlights how tools like tarot can offer new perspectives and validation. Emphasizing the importance of intentional questions and open-mindedness, the episode encourages listeners to seek different sources of information to gain clarity and empowerment in their lives.Listen in for a story, a questions and a bit of woo woo.Hosts:2025-07-2313 min
Go Coach Yourself!Summer Shorts: The Pistol SquatWhat if the life you want is just one small step away?In this short summer episode, Vic tells the story of a single pistol squat that changed her perspective—not just on movement, but on what’s possible when we stop saying “I can’t.”Over two years of slow, steady work led to a breakthrough moment at the gym. But this story isn’t about fitness. It’s about fear, trust, and how our smallest choices can become catalysts for bigger change.Ryan and Vic unpack the deeper message behind this mi...2025-07-1612 min
Go Coach Yourself!Summer Shorts: The Stories We Tell OurselvesWhat happens when your body panics, your brain spirals, and your self-talk turns unkind?In this Summer Short, Vic shares a vulnerable (and yes, a little traumatic) story about a failed MRI attempt that led to an unexpected but powerful reflection on the stories we tell ourselves when things don’t go as planned. What begins as a medical mishap turns into a conversation about shame, self-advocacy, and reframing hard moments with compassion.Together, Vic and Ryan unpack:Why our default narrative in a tough moment is often self-blameWhat might shift when we slow do...2025-07-0914 min
Go Coach Yourself!Summer Shorts: How Might this Be Even Bigger?This episode is part of Vic and Ryan's Go Coach Yourself! Summer Shorts Series: shorter episodes with off the cuff conversations, where they share a personal story, unpack it and then share their learnings.In this Summer Short episode Ryan shares how going through Ignite The Spark created an opportunity for him to think bigger: about his goals, his career, and ultimately, his life. Spend the next 12 minutes with Ryan and Vic to get a summer dose of Go Coach Yourself!Want to take part in Ignite the Spark? Ryan runs the program f...2025-07-0212 min
Go Coach Yourself!Summer Shorts: Birdwatching RipplesThis episode is part of Vic and Ryan's Go Coach Yourself! Summer Shorts Series: shorter episodes with off the cuff conversations, where they share a personal story, unpack it and then share their learnings.In this Summer Short episode Ryan shares how his progression from bird watching to bird noticing sparked a ripple effect involving $624 of peanuts, a board game and more meaningful moments.Spend the next 13 minutes with them to get a summer dose of Go Coach Yourself!Hosts: Ryan Reichert-Estes, StackRise Coaching | LinkedIn | Insta: @stackrisecoaching ...2025-06-2513 min
Go Coach Yourself!The Emotional Bank AccountIn this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, hosts Vic and Ryan discuss the concept of the emotional bank account, coined by Stephen Covey in 'The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People' and further explored by John and Julie Gottman. The metaphor illustrates how trust in relationships is built through positive interactions (deposits) and can be diminished by negative ones (withdrawals). They emphasize the importance of everyday small acts of kindness and caution against behaviors that erode trust. The episode offers practical advice on maintaining healthy emotional bank accounts and the significance of sincere apologies in mending broken t...2025-06-1830 min
Go Coach Yourself!When a Great Job No Longer FitsLeaving a toxic job is hard. But leaving a great job? That’s a whole different kind of hard.In this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, Vic and Ryan unpack the uncomfortable truth that sometimes, even good jobs aren’t right jobs. They share their own experiences of walking away from solid roles at Nike—not because of burnout, but because of quiet misalignment.From the subtle signals your body sends, to the deeper questions about values, purpose, and authorship, this conversation dives into what it means to honor your evolving needs—...2025-06-1127 min
Go Coach Yourself!What if You Had More Agency Than You Thought?How much agency do you have - and how are you using it?In this episode of 'Go Coach Yourself,' certified coaches Ryan and Vic explore the concept of reclaiming your agency to create the life you desire. They delve into the definitions of autonomy and agency, discuss the psychological theories that emphasize the importance of choice, and share personal stories and examples. They offer actionable tips like reframing your thoughts and practicing small acts of defiance. Listen in as they encourage you to recognize your choices and reclaim control in your l...2025-06-0420 min
Go Coach Yourself!What If Quitting Isn’t Failure?This Episode Is About Quitting. Stay With Us.We've all heard it: "Keep calm and carry on." But what if pushing through isn’t always the brave choice?In this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, Ryan and Vic explore the cultural obsession with grit—and why staying isn’t always strength. They unpack the psychology of sunk cost fallacy, the fear of regret, and the identity crisis that quitting can spark. Then, they share personal stories of walking away from big dreams and how those decisions led to the lives they actual...2025-05-2817 min
Go Coach Yourself!No is a Complete SentenceIn this episode of 'Go Coach Yourself,' hosts Vic and Ryan discuss the power of believing that No is a complete sentence. Through personal stories and anecdotes, they delve into the reasons why we find it hard to say no without guilt or justification. The episode includes a discussion on the societal inclination to people-please, and gives practical tips on prioritizing yourself. At the end it concludes with a challenge to practice saying 'no' for seven days to foster self-care and intentional living.Podcast Episodes MentionedValuesW...2025-05-2124 min
Go Coach Yourself!You Don’t Know Me…Yet: Questions That Build Real ConnectionIn this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, we do something a little different—and a lot more personal.We each brought surprise questions the other hadn’t seen. No prep. No polish. Just curiosity. What unfolded? A conversation that deepened our connection, revealed things we hadn’t shared before, and reminded us how powerful it is to ask better questions.Along the way, we explore:How a cinnamon chocolate chip cake led to a revelation about assumptions in long-term relationshipsThe surprising science behind why we stop asking deep questions to those we know b...2025-05-1442 min
Go Coach Yourself!No Instructions, Just a Studio: Creative Practices for a Meaningful LifeIs it possible that life doesn’t come with instructions... but with a studio?In this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, Ryan and Vic explore how creative practices like watercolor, printmaking, mosaics, and ceramics hold powerful metaphors for self-discovery, meaningful connection, and living intentionally.Whether you consider yourself “artistic” or not, this episode invites you to think differently about how you approach identity, values, and growth. Because every time you show up to create, you’re also showing up to life.🧠 Topics we explore:What watercolor teaches us about patience and the dis...2025-05-0724 min
Go Coach Yourself!From Autopilot to Agency, Dorothy Chang on Living with IntentionThis week, we're joined by the brilliant Dorothy Chang — executive coach, DEI designer, and advisor to organizations like Amazon, Stanford, and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Together, we dive deep into what it means to live and lead intentionally, the hidden structures shaping our workplaces, and why making conscious choices is so challenging (and so necessary).We explore:Why most of our decisions happen unconsciously — and how to change that.How intentional leaders think differently about problem-solving and decision-making.The power of the "even-over" framework for making aligned choices.What authenticity really looks like in the...2025-04-3041 min
Go Coach Yourself!The Manager Lab EditionIn this special episode of Go Coach Yourself! join Vic and Ryan as they discuss a fresh approach to manager development with The Manager Lab. This episode is a different format to their typical episodes with Ryan interviewing Vic and her sharing insights from leading manager development at Nike, Google, and Amazon. They dive into the critical role of managers in organizations and their impact on employee engagement.Vic introduces 'The Manager Lab,' a comprehensive manager development ecosystem designed to build essential skills and foster a thriving manager community. She brings the ecosystem to l...2025-04-2327 min
Go Coach Yourself!Uncovering Your X-Factor: Conversations on Honesty and Intention with Francesca RanieriIn this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, certified coaches Vic and Ryan are joined by special guest Francesca Ranieri from Frank Strategy. Francesca delves into her work helping organizations discover their X-factor and creating authentic workplaces. She also co-hosts the podcast Your Work Friends and shares her expertise on how to instill intentionality into personal and professional life. The conversation touches on the importance of honesty, making intentional choices, and knowing one's true values. Francesca shares her insights on navigating life's transitions, making small steps towards your passion, and the importance of doing the deep w...2025-04-1656 minGo Coach Yourself!Discover Your Success PatternsIn this dynamic episode of Go Coach Yourself!, certified coaches Vic and Ryan walk through a powerful mini workshop that helps you start uncovering your unique Success Patterns—the traits, behaviors, and actions that show up in your best moments.Through a series of guided reflections—from meaningful objects to energizing life stories—you’ll begin to identify what makes you uniquely you. Along the way, you'll gain insights that boost your confidence, fuel your creativity, and strengthen your sense of connection.Grab a journal, hit play, and follow along as Vic expe...2025-04-0246 minGo Coach Yourself!Trust: A conversation about ConnectionIn this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, hosts Vic and Ryan dive deep into the concept of trust, exploring its significance in various relationships including personal, professional, and societal. They discuss what it means to trust someone, share their personal perspectives, and review research-based definitions of trust. The episode also covers practical tips for building, deepening, and restoring trust when it's broken. Join us for this insightful conversation aimed at helping you build the incredible life you deserve by mastering the art of trust.HBR Article Frances Frei and Anne Morris2025-03-2642 minGo Coach Yourself!Harmonizing with Nature: Finding Clarity in Life's TransitionsIn this episode of Go Coach Yourself, hosts Vic and Ryan discuss the anxiety of feeling stuck without a life plan and introduce three natural cycles as metaphors for understanding and navigating change: the cycles of gardening seasons, the transformative process of caterpillar metamorphosis, and the ebb and flow of ocean tides. They emphasize the importance of working with natural rhythms, trusting internal processes, and personalizing these metaphors to make decision-making easier during uncertain times. The episode provides practical tips for identifying your phase of change and finding peace in life's transitions.References:2025-03-1931 min
Go Coach Yourself!An Intentional Life is not a Perfect Life with Keri HarveyIn this episode of Go Coach Yourself, Ryan and Vic interview Keri Harvey, an NASM certified personal trainer and pain free performance specialist. They discuss Keri's journey from Texas to Brooklyn, her approach to fitness, and how she’s living an intentional life. Keri highlights the importance of focusing on inner strengths over aesthetics and emphasizes resetting often, staying grounded through routines, and the difference between living intentionally and perfectly.You can find Keri on Instagram and she works at Form FitnessBKHosts: Ryan Reichert-Estes, StackRise Coaching | LinkedIn | In...2025-03-1340 min
Go Coach Yourself!The Power of Habits with Paul MiddletonJoin Vic and Ryan for a special episode of Go Coach Yourself!—because this time, they’re not alone! They’re welcoming their first-ever guest, Paul Middleton from 1st90, for a deep dive into intentional living. Paul breaks down how small, consistent habits shape both his personal and professional life, leading to big wins over time.This episode also marks a new chapter for Go Coach Yourself! in 2025, with exciting plans to bring in more expert voices on know and be who you are, meaningful connections, and intentional living. Paul shares his journey, offering practical insigh...2025-02-2643 min