In this episode of the Meet Your Inspiration Podcast, Rich and Meri sit down with Katie Powsey, a life and mindset coach who specialises in helping mothers overcome guilt. Katie shares her remarkable journey from leaving Slovakia with just £60 to building a successful coaching business in the UK. Her story encompasses working as an au pair, rising through charity management roles, achieving award-winning success in estate agency, and ultimately finding her true calling after experiencing burnout and personal crisis.The conversation explores the universal nature of mum guilt, the challenges of balancing career ambitions with family life, and how personal adversity can become the catalyst for profound transformation. • Mum guilt affects mothers universally, regardless of their choices about work and family• Life's path isn't linear - it's okay to take years to discover your purpose• Hardship and challenges often become the greatest catalysts for personal growth• Mindset transformation is as crucial as taking action for creating lasting change• Good coaching empowers people to find their own solutions rather than giving instructions• Making coaching accessible and affordable helps everyday women, not just executives• Every experience in life contributes to who we become - the journey matters as much as the destination• Building genuine connections and community is essential for personal and professional success• Self-care isn't selfish - mothers need to prioritise their wellbeing to better support their families• Success without guilt is achievable when we align our values with our actionsTo connect with Katie:https://www.kplifecoaching.co.uk/Instagram: @kp.lifecoachingLinkedIn: Katie Powsey00:01 - From Weight Loss to Mindset Coaching01:21 - Introducing Katie and Mum Guilt03:12 - Katie's Journey: Slovakia to England05:04 - Early Life and Education06:48 - Rejecting a Pre-Planned Life09:21 - Emotional Move to England13:10 - First Impressions and Becoming an Au Pair18:18 - Navigating English Culture Shock22:31 - Life Lessons from Children27:42 - The Unforgettable Scottish Interview32:07 - Career Progression and Finding a New Path33:46 - Chance Entry into Real Estate34:41 - Core Passion: People and Customer Service35:42 - Blending Service with Sales39:14 - Coaching Clients to Their Dream Home41:33 - The Power of Company's Mission42:28 - The Impact of a Great Agent47:07 - Navigating the Stress of Moving50:50 - Career Shift: Changing Priorities52:31 - Work-Life Struggle and Breaking Point56:01 - Recognising Burnout58:26 - Addictive Nature of Sales01:03:22 - Tipping Point to Entrepreneurship01:04:02 - Navigating Corporate Life and Motherhood01:06:30 - Personal Crisis and Tough Decisions01:09:46 - Gaining Perspective on Corporate Decisions01:11:34 - Passion for Life Coaching01:14:17 - Resignation and Starting Over01:15:45 - Struggles and Systemic Hurdles01:18:13 - Second Burnout: From One Extreme to Another01:20:14 - Health Crisis: The Ultimate Wake-Up Call01:22:59 - The Birth of KP Life Coaching01:23:04 - Mindset Shift and The Secret01:28:44 - Why Everyone Needs a Coach01:31:03 - Coaching in a Fast-Paced World01:33:58 - Rise of Small Businesses and Support Networks01:37:25 - Empowering Nature of Coaching01:38:58 - Personal Journey to Life Coaching01:41:07 - Embracing Self-Discovery01:42:16 - Addressing Mum Guilt Through Coaching01:45:45 - Creating Accessible Coaching for Mums01:48:12 - Success: Clients Outgrowing Their Coach01:49:32 - Coaching as a Personal Investment01:50:35 - How to Connect with KatieSupport us on Buy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/meetyourinspirationOur sponsors:https://www.hempsteadhouse.co.uk/https://whatsoninkent.com/https://theitrustapp.com/