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From Consumption to Contribution

When what you do for a living goes from being a means to earn an income, to an absolute moral imperative, you’ve found your life’s calling. – Kathleen O’Grady Forgive me for quoting myself (I’m not that vain, I promise), but the above thought came to me in the shower several years ago, and I…
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  • On March 15, 2015
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The Big Bad Wolf of Entrepreneurship

Avoiding the Forest For some, the thought of starting a small business brings about such intense fear that they won’t allow themselves to entertain the possibility. I know because there was a time when the idea of being 100% responsible for my livelihood gave me such intense panic that I chose to believe that I…
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  • On April 22, 2014
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Self-consciousness vs. Spirit-consciousness

The whole intention behind Authentic Leadership Coaching (to which I have dedicated my life’s work) is to tap into the ‘being‘ of the person versus the ‘doing‘. The more someone seeks external validation for their self worth, the less they are able to achieve true inner peace through internal validation. Granted, it’s human and perfectly…
  • Posted by kathleenogrady
  • On April 16, 2014
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3 Tips for Authentic Entrepreneurship

Whether you are launching or sustaining your own small business, it’s easy to get sucked into the endless barrage of fear-based thinking that can cause you to doubt yourself, your offerings, and your decision to be self-employed in the first place. Here are some simple reminders to keep you motivated, inspired and on your mission:…
  • Posted by kathleenogrady
  • On April 14, 2014
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3 Authentic Leadership Lessons c/o Beyonce

Recap on the Beyonce Buzz… As most of us know, Beyonce’ was bashed for having lip-synced the National Anthem during the Presidential Inauguration late last month. I personally do not see why such a big deal was made of this (given all of the other, more important, issues in the world), but I can understand…
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  • On February 4, 2013
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Beware Stormy-Weather Friendships

Forecasting Friendships Given it is the beginning of a new year, it’s important to take an inventory of the people in your life, who you have given your time and attention to, and who may no longer be serving you. I highly recommend doing this! In identifying who your true friends are, you may wish…
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  • On January 7, 2013
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Serial Scapegoating | Ripple Effects of Blame

(I recently became quite fascinated with the dynamics and damaging effects of scapegoating. Unlike my more positive blog posts, this one exposes the darker side of leadership, and people in general.) Denial leads to Defamation People are generally motivated to cultivate and defend a positive self-image (Greenwald, 1980). One common way that people protect their…
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  • On October 13, 2012
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Leggo your Ego | Waffling with the Authentic Self

(Pardon the pun. While having waffles for lunch today this blog title came to mind, and well, I just had to.) Drama vs. Dharma There are several definitions of the word Darhma, but in this case I am referring specifically to ‘the act of living one’s life according to our own individual nature’, or Authentic…
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  • On September 15, 2012
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Ray Dalio’s Former Assistant, The Devil Wears Prada?

Had I known that my ‘little known blog’ on Ray Dalio would be picked up by Kevin Roose and included in this provocatively titled NY Times article, I would have said so much more… The Devil Wears Prada reference he made was not the point…but obviously mainstream enough to go viral. Then this morning I…
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The Productivity of Stillness

Have you convinced yourself that your success and self-worth are determined by how busy you are? Do you need to formulate creative explanations or seek permission, from others and yourself, to just stop for a second and do nothing? Do you think meditation is a waste of time and something only New Age people do?…
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  • On February 29, 2012
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Chris Tunstall | LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF RICHMOND

I've had the great pleasure to engage Kathleen as my executive coach. Her authenticity and genuine desire to help her clients reach their goals, are both amazing assets she brings
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2016-05-17T15:13:56+00:00
I've had the great pleasure to engage Kathleen as my executive coach. Her authenticity and genuine desire to help her clients reach their goals, are both amazing assets she brings to the table.

MICHAEL SKJOT | OWNER, SKJOET CONSULTING & EXECUTIVE COACHING

I have had the pleasure of having Kathleen as my coach for almost a year as part of the ICF Leadership Coaching Program. Kathleen is an excellent coach with masterful
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2016-06-03T22:28:42+00:00
I have had the pleasure of having Kathleen as my coach for almost a year as part of the ICF Leadership Coaching Program. Kathleen is an excellent coach with masterful coaching skills. She transform her authenticity and in-depth expertise and passion into great coaching. Thank you Kathleen for helping me in my new role as View Full →

GEORGE SMART, MBA | FOUNDING PARTNER, STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT, INC.

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Waffle House is one of four corporations used to gauge the severity of disaster response. WH has extensive plan for portable power and
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2016-06-03T22:29:30+00:00
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Waffle House is one of four corporations used to gauge the severity of disaster response. WH has extensive plan for portable power and pre-positioned food and personnel that can mean life or death for thousands of affected people. They also have excellent hash browns, which can be ordered View Full →

PAUL JONES | ART DIRECTOR, FOUNDRY 42

Kathleen O’Grady provided excellent insights on advancing my skills as a manager. She provides a no-nonsense approach and its a breath of fresh air, she combines good humor with keen
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2016-06-19T17:28:06+00:00
Kathleen O’Grady provided excellent insights on advancing my skills as a manager. She provides a no-nonsense approach and its a breath of fresh air, she combines good humor with keen and precise questioning, keeping the meetings super helpful and honest. I’d recommend Kathleen to anyone who really is looking to launch their life/career.

PAUL BARTH | PRINCIPAL & CREATIVE DIRECTOR, GENERATE DESIGN

Kathleen O’Grady not only knows how to pull the best qualities out of individuals to help them grow, but she also knows how to match up needs with the right
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2016-06-19T17:28:45+00:00
Kathleen O’Grady not only knows how to pull the best qualities out of individuals to help them grow, but she also knows how to match up needs with the right talent. Anyone interested in upgrading themselves or their business practices, will definitely benefit from Kathleen’s honest and authentic services.

DIANE H. CRAVER | EXECUTIVE SEARCH DIRECTOR, ACCURO GROUP

I hired Kathleen O’Grady to help me revamp my website. Kathleen helped me think more creatively about how to authentically describe what I do and the value I create for
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2016-06-19T17:29:30+00:00
I hired Kathleen O’Grady to help me revamp my website. Kathleen helped me think more creatively about how to authentically describe what I do and the value I create for others. Working with Kathleen was a respite from a very intense schedule as I was also completing grad school and working in my business. She View Full →

Anna Young | Founder, Durham Coaching and Consulting

Let’s be clear. I am HONORED to be writing a recommendation for Kathleen O’Grady. I have had the good fortune of knowing her on many levels. Teacher, mentor, client, and
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2016-07-03T18:35:36+00:00
Let’s be clear. I am HONORED to be writing a recommendation for Kathleen O’Grady. I have had the good fortune of knowing her on many levels. Teacher, mentor, client, and friend, because you can’t know Kathleen without falling in love with her. As a student at Raleigh Coaching Academy, I witnessed this woman’s love, light, View Full →

Tony Rossi, MBA | Critical Facility Director, McKinstry

Kathleen’s motto is “Authenticity is Contagious” – but when you meet her, you’ll be quick to learn it’s her passion and excitement that will infect you first. If anyone was
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2016-07-10T21:23:33+00:00
Kathleen’s motto is “Authenticity is Contagious” – but when you meet her, you’ll be quick to learn it’s her passion and excitement that will infect you first. If anyone was born to be in a profession, it’s Kathleen as a coach. She is genuinely driven by helping others succeed in life. The legacy of her View Full →

GEORGE REICHERT | CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER, GENWORTH FINANCIAL

Kathleen is the coach whisperer. Kathleen encourages her students to open their eyes, expand their horizons and unleash their inner coach. I attended a cohort that included a judge/lawyer, an
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2016-12-29T18:51:19+00:00
Kathleen is the coach whisperer. Kathleen encourages her students to open their eyes, expand their horizons and unleash their inner coach. I attended a cohort that included a judge/lawyer, an OBGYN, a University Professor, a high tech change leader, an entrepreneur and a Chief Information Officer…quite a diverse and intellectual group. Kathleen created the space View Full →

LAURA REICHERT | FOUNDER, BELIEVE IN YOU LIFE COACHING, LLC

When looking for clarity with my life purpose, the universe brought me to RCA. Kathleen created a space during my interview with her that allowed me to confirm that authentic
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2016-12-29T18:52:08+00:00
When looking for clarity with my life purpose, the universe brought me to RCA. Kathleen created a space during my interview with her that allowed me to confirm that authentic leadership life coaching was right for me. The energy present in the classroom was safe and nurturing. This space allowed my cohorts and me to View Full →

MIKE BROWN | PRESIDENT, HOOP CULTURE APPAREL

Kathleen has been amazing to work with. She is very professional and giving. Her knowledge and experience when it comes to dealing with people and their needs both in life
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2016-06-03T22:22:22+00:00
Kathleen has been amazing to work with. She is very professional and giving. Her knowledge and experience when it comes to dealing with people and their needs both in life and in business is tremendous. She continues to go above and beyond with her services. Kathleen understands the value of a customer and doesn’t look View Full →

DAVID WEITZMAN, M.D. | CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER OF MEDICAL AFFAIRS, DDC CORP.

Kathleen uses a comprehensive and holistic approach for coaching in leadership. Her approaches assist in a deeper understanding of oneself, and the impulses of action. This gives individuals a deeper
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2016-06-03T22:21:50+00:00
Kathleen uses a comprehensive and holistic approach for coaching in leadership. Her approaches assist in a deeper understanding of oneself, and the impulses of action. This gives individuals a deeper understanding of self, and allows growth potential beyond the conclusion of her services. In my opinion, these services are superior to the instructive approach. The View Full →

Lindsay Ruiz | CHANGE MANAGEMENT, CBRE & CISCO

Kathleen O’Grady’s courage and assertiveness have become a landmark, for me personally, in the direction of our new generation of coaches and professionals. Her passion for guiding others to succeed
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2016-05-17T15:36:45+00:00
Kathleen O’Grady’s courage and assertiveness have become a landmark, for me personally, in the direction of our new generation of coaches and professionals. Her passion for guiding others to succeed and her transformational capabilities continuously make a remarkable impact on individuals and organizations that are fortunate to count on her…including me! Kathleen’s background in communications View Full →

Brent Ward | VP OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, DEVICE SOLUTIONS

Kathleen is one of the most authentic people with whom I have had the opportunity to work. Kathleen’s energy and commitment to her clients is nothing short of remarkable. I
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2016-05-17T16:45:54+00:00
Kathleen is one of the most authentic people with whom I have had the opportunity to work. Kathleen’s energy and commitment to her clients is nothing short of remarkable. I had the opportunity to witness her ability to work with, and coax out, a growing sense of leadership and self-esteem from a number of team View Full →

Gwen Edenfield | Personal Coach, OneOneOne Coaching

Kathleen is an exceptional Mentor Coach. The day I hired Kathleen I knew this was a perfect match. I am currently enrolled in CoachU, as a student in Personal and
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2016-05-17T16:46:26+00:00
Kathleen is an exceptional Mentor Coach. The day I hired Kathleen I knew this was a perfect match. I am currently enrolled in CoachU, as a student in Personal and Corporate Coach Training. Kathleen’s approach is based on Authenticity; she shows up filled with passion and integrity providing a place for me to be vulnerable View Full →

Steve DeNunzio | Technical Program Manager, lululemon athletica

I’ve had the great pleasure to engage Kathleen as my executive coach. Her authenticity and genuine desire to help her clients reach their goals, are both amazing assets she brings
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2016-05-17T16:46:58+00:00
I’ve had the great pleasure to engage Kathleen as my executive coach. Her authenticity and genuine desire to help her clients reach their goals, are both amazing assets she brings to the table. I would highly recommend Kathleen to anyone!

TIM TOTERHI | Founder, Plotline Leadership

Kathleen is a sharp, intuitive, results-focused professional coach who teaches an insightful, novel coaching model that can add new dimensions to one’s coach approach regardless of previous training or experience
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2016-06-03T22:15:26+00:00
Kathleen is a sharp, intuitive, results-focused professional coach who teaches an insightful, novel coaching model that can add new dimensions to one’s coach approach regardless of previous training or experience level. She’s a true innovator and excellent thought partner.

KAREN MEMMOLO | FIELD REIMBURSEMENT MANAGER, COVANCE

Being able to work with Kathleen O’Grady is an amazing gift. Because the passion and enthusiasm for what she does is so infectious, it creates a remarkably productive environment for
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2016-06-03T22:16:05+00:00
Being able to work with Kathleen O’Grady is an amazing gift. Because the passion and enthusiasm for what she does is so infectious, it creates a remarkably productive environment for personal growth. Kathleen has a belief in her clients that allows them to find their own strength and their own authentic path. The intuition that View Full →

KRISTINE SCHEER | DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, CAMBRIDGE CONSULTING GROUP

The long page of accomplishments and recommendations I just scrolled through in order to write this recommendation for Kathleen says it all. Kathleen O’Grady is a coach and leader and
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2016-06-03T22:17:28+00:00
The long page of accomplishments and recommendations I just scrolled through in order to write this recommendation for Kathleen says it all. Kathleen O’Grady is a coach and leader and authenticity guru extraordinaire! I came to Kathleen seeking insight and advice when I was languishing in a horrible fit work situation. Through her authenticity-based leadership View Full →

CHRISTY JOHNSON | OWNER & PHOTOGRAPHER, BE TRUE IMAGE DESIGN, LLC

I enthusiastically recommend Kathleen for anyone desiring authenticity in not just the business arena, but on an individual level as well. I hired Kathleen to help develop a new vision
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2016-06-03T22:18:14+00:00
I enthusiastically recommend Kathleen for anyone desiring authenticity in not just the business arena, but on an individual level as well. I hired Kathleen to help develop a new vision and brand for my small business. She is naturally curious and insightful, which combine to make her a excellent listener and a brilliant problem solver. View Full →

JOHN STANSBURY | CHIROPRACTOR & HEALER, KEYSTONE HEALING ARTS CENTER, PLLC

Kathleen is an amazing coach! She has a true passion for what she does and for helping people to know themselves. She brought a very creative and organic approach to
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2016-06-03T22:19:13+00:00
Kathleen is an amazing coach! She has a true passion for what she does and for helping people to know themselves. She brought a very creative and organic approach to understanding my business. Kathleen helped to bring clarity to the business steps I needed to take authentically. I felt I could go pursue my career View Full →

Heather Eck | Senior HR Generalist, Epic Games

I’m not sure it’s possible to love someone more than I love Kathleen and the Raleigh Coaching Academy. From the very first phone call to learn more about the program
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2017-08-09T21:54:49+00:00
I’m not sure it’s possible to love someone more than I love Kathleen and the Raleigh Coaching Academy. From the very first phone call to learn more about the program until this very moment, Kathleen has made me feel like anything is possible. Kathleen is like a symphony conductor gently directing all of the students View Full →