Sensitive Change Makers: Coaching for HSPs, Introverts & Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs and Leaders
Kate Carter - Coach for HSPs & Introverted Entrepreneurs and Leaders
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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Meg Trucano — developmental psychologist, former federal researcher, and founder of a psychology-based coaching practice helping ambitious women navigate major life, career and identity changes. After experiencing burnout in a high-pressure research career, Meg built her Real Change framework to help women ditch their “shoulds”, reclaim their energy and make unapologetically self-directed choices. We explore: What it really means to live as a highly sensitive...
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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Meg Trucano — developmental psychologist, former federal researcher, and founder of a psychology-based coaching practice helping ambitious women navigate major life, career and identity changes. After experiencing burnout in a high-pressure research career, Meg built her Real Change framework to help women ditch their “shoulds”, reclaim their energy and make unapologetically self-directed choices. We explore: What it really means to live as a highly sensitive...
In this episode, I explore why patience is one of the most underrated skills for long-term success, especially for highly sensitive and introverted entrepreneurs. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by slow progress or distracted by “instant success” stories, this episode is for you. What you’ll discover: Why chasing instant results might actually be holding you back.How to shift from chasing outcomes to creating a sustainable rhythm that works for you.Simple yet powerful ways to track your progre...
In this week’s episode, I’m opening up about one of the sneakiest stories that can hold us back as sensitive leaders and entrepreneurs. It’s that quiet little voice that says: “They’re too successful, too confident, too much for me to measure up.” Here’s what I share inside: Why this hidden identity gap can keep us from stepping into our next role or opportunityHow we often make things about other people when the real story is about usPractical steps to shift your perspective and stop putting...
The online business space loves to throw around the word authority — but what does it really mean, especially for highly sensitive people and introverted service providers like us? When I first started my business, I thought being seen as an authority meant I had to show up everywhere online, speak the loudest, and push myself into that bold “boss energy.” It left me feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and completely out of alignment with who I am. In this episode of Sensitive Change Makers, I’m ...
Are you secretly holding yourself back from signing clients — without even realising it? In this episode of Sensitive Change Makers, I share the subtle yet powerful mindset shift that took me from zero clients to 6 clients — all while navigating the challenges of being highly sensitive and introverted. I open up about the quiet, sneaky belief that held me back for far too long, and how learning to feel truly grounded in my work transformed the way I showed up, connected with my audience, and ...
In this episode of Sensitive Change Makers, I dive into one simple but powerful shift you can make to strengthen your messaging. As highly sensitive people and introverts, it’s easy to feel that marketing isn’t for us — that it’s draining, overwhelming, or just not aligned. But the truth is, content marketing can feel authentic and easeful when we approach it in the right way. I explore three key areas to help you bring more clarity into your messaging so that you’ll not only make your conten...
In this episode of Sensitive Change Makers, I’m sharing some deeply personal reflections and insights on what it really means to run a business as a highly sensitive person (HSP). As an HSP coach and introvert who’s been on this journey for years, I know how overwhelming the noise of hustle culture can be—especially when you're wired to process the world more deeply. This episode is for you if you’ve ever felt: Drained by visibility or traditional marketing adviceOverwhelmed by too many busin...
In this episode, I’m getting real about something so many of us experience—those times when you’re just not feeling it. The motivation’s gone, energy is low, and even the simplest business tasks feel heavy. I share honestly about what's been going on behind the scenes for me, and how that’s impacted the way I show up—not just in my business, but in my body and mind too. If you’ve ever felt like stepping back (or disappearing altogether), this one’s for you. Inside, I talk about: What might re...
In this episode, I’m sharing something a little different — and something that’s had an incredible response in my community. It’s a replay of one of my most popular masterclasses, where I walk you through the real journey of one of my clients: from feeling frustrated, ghosted, and burnt out... to signing multiple clients and creating her first $4,330 month. This is the first time I’ve broken down the full behind-the-scenes process — what we did, why we did it, and how she created lasting, sus...
In this episode, I welcome leadership coach, author, and speaker Rachel Radway, whose new book Perceptive explores the untapped power of high sensory perception in leadership. With over 25 years in corporate leadership, Rachel shares her fascinating journey—from navigating global roles and language immersion to discovering her calling as a coach for highly perceptive and neurodivergent leaders. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt “too sensitive” in environments that val...
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Katie T. Larson — hypnotherapist, growth coach, and somatic practitioner — for a conversation that takes us deep into the unique experience of being a highly sensitive seeker. We explore Katie’s personal journey from science teacher to world traveler to somatic coach, and how her international experiences shaped her understanding of sensitivity, transformation, and the power of inner work. We cover: High sensation seeking and the drive for peak experiencesTh...
In this episode, I’m sharing something a little different—and a little vulnerable. If you're a recovering people pleaser or you've been told it's NOT okay to toot your own horn, this is for you. I walk you through how I went from struggling with low conversion rates to achieving results that now sit well above the industry standard. And no—it didn’t happen overnight. Here’s what I dive into: The mindset shifts that helped me stop fearing mistakes and start trusting myselfWhy neutrality ...
Selling used to feel really uncomfortable for me—especially as a highly sensitive introvert. I tried the typical sales tactics and “bro marketing” strategies, and quickly realised they didn’t work for me… or for my energy. In this episode, I’m sharing how I’ve redefined selling in a way that feels authentic, grounded, and sustainable. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to align your business with who you truly are, I hope this conversation gives you permission to do things differentl...
This is one of my all-time favourite episodes — a must-listen for any sensitive entrepreneur. In this deep and nourishing conversation, I sit down with Maegan Megginson, a licensed therapist and holistic business mentor, to explore what it really means to honour your sensitivity in life and business. We talk about identity shifts, the grief that can accompany growth, the beauty of pivoting, and how intuition and emotion are powerful guides rather than liabilities. Maegan shares her personal j...
In this rich and deeply calming episode, I sit down with the wonderful Diana Yañez, a money coach and wealth manager who blends finance, social justice, and the power of sensitivity in everything she does. Diana’s voice alone is enough to soothe your nervous system, but it’s her holistic, heart-centred approach to money that truly shifts the way we think about our finances. In our conversation, we explore: Diana’s journey from corporate finance to soul-aligned money coachingHow being highly s...
In this episode, we sit down with the wonderful Elle Turner for an honest and inspiring chat about life, creativity, and the moments that shape us. Elle Turner is an Entrepreneur Trainer who helps heart-led, impact driven online business owners take aligned, sustainable and results-oriented action for business growth through personal, leadership and mindset development. Elle has combined her formal education in Sociology and Human Resources, along with 20 years experience as an HR practitione...
In this episode, I’m diving deep into the power of emotions—especially for highly sensitive people and introverts like us. We often learn to suppress our feelings, but what if embracing them could actually help us grow? Here’s what I cover in this episode: Why emotions are like a volcano—and what happens when we push them downHow to work with your emotions instead of letting them control youPractical ways to process feelings in small, safe stepsThe surprising link between emotions and steppin...
In this episode, I’m opening up about the mistakes I’ve made over the years in business – the ones that felt frustrating at the time but ultimately helped me move forward. I truly believe in failing forward, and I want to normalise the messy, unpredictable journey of entrepreneurship, especially for sensitive and introverted business owners. Here's what I cover in the episode: 🔹 Starting a business without a clear plan – and figuring it out along the way 🔹 The importance of self-trust over co...
Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to constantly show up on social media? In this episode, we explore how highly sensitive and introverted entrepreneurs can thrive without burning out. We cover: Why social media isn’t a marketing strategy on its own—and what to focus on insteadHow to create content without exhausting yourself or feeling pressured to post dailyThe balance between authority and authenticity—showing up in a way that feels right for youThe power of connection-focused vs. action-...
In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Caren Cooper—an empowerment and mindset coach who helps ambitious women break free from self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and people-pleasing. Caren shares her powerful journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, revealing how deep inner work, neuroscience, and trauma-informed practices helped her step into her true power. We dive into topics like identity shifts, inner child healing, and embracing fear as a tool for growth. Caren also shares ...
In this episode of Sensitive Change Makers, I’m excited to share some of the books that have had a profound impact on both my personal and professional life. These aren’t just books I’ve read; they’re books I’ve lived—ones that have stayed with me, inspired me, and shaped how I approach life and business. Here’s a glimpse of what I’ll be sharing: The power of small steps and how tiny changes can lead to remarkable results.Why happiness fuels success (not the other way around!) and how to shif...
Sensitive Change Makers: Coaching for HSPs, Introverts & Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs and Leaders
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Meg Trucano — developmental psychologist, former federal researcher, and founder of a psychology-based coaching practice helping ambitious women navigate major life, career and identity changes. After experiencing burnout in a high-pressure research career, Meg built her Real Change framework to help women ditch their “shoulds”, reclaim their energy and make unapologetically self-directed choices. We explore: What it really means to live as a highly sensitive...
