Go Coach Yourself!
Welcome to Go Coach Yourself!, a podcast to help you get unf*cked and build the incredible life you deserve. We’re Vic and Ryan, two certified coaches trying to change the world one conversation at a time. In our respective practices, we’ve noticed common experiences or themes that come up again and again with clients. We started Go Coach Yourself to share our thoughts, experiences and tips with more people, giving you tools you can use to navigate your own way through any of the topics we cover. Through these examples and deep dives on coaching topics we hope you’ll gain a greater understanding of what working with a coach can involve. We believe everyone deserves to have a coach in their team, so whether you’re still exploring to find the right coach for you or you are ready to get started, we’re excited to give you an inside look at how two coaches see the world. We’re going to have a ton of fun along the way, and welcome you to join us on this journey! About Vic Smith, CPCC About Ryan Reichert-Estes, CPCC
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Every year, the holiday season invites us into a strange mix of celebration, reflection, chaos, joy, expectation, and—let’s be honest—just trying to keep it together long enough to coast into January with our sanity intact.
So this year, Go Coach Yourself! is offering a little gift: The 12 Days of Coaching, a playful redux of the classic “12 Days of Christmas,” reimag...
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In this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, Vic and Ryan tackle the common urge to fix people's problems rather than hold space and truly listen.
Dive into the reasons why jumping into fixer mode doesn't work and hear about the importance of holding space and providing support without solving. Learn why your well-intended advice might backfire and how to create m...
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In this episode of Go Coach Yourself! hosts Vic and Ryan answer four reflection questions to close out the year meaningfully.
They explore overcoming challenges, building or breaking habits, feeling proud, and strengthening relationships by looking back on their year and focusing in on some key moments. Through personal anecdotes, they touch on themes such as the impo...
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Have you ever looked at your career and thought, “Does any of this even make sense?”
In this episode, Ryan and Vic unpack two common career paths:
- The portfolio career – built through experiments, pivots, and lots of different chapters.
- The mastery career – built through depth, focus, and long-term growth in a specific craft or field.
Neither is better. What matt...
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Are you holding back on your dreams because you're scared of failing or not being perfect?
Tune in as Vic and Ryan discuss why starting small, slow, and even scared is the secret to forward momentum.
Through personal stories and practical tips to help you take that leap this epidose covers how to get started despite the fear or desire for perfection. Its never to...
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Whether you're seeking personal growth, career advancement, or creative inspiration, choosing the right coach makes all the difference.
Join Vic and Ryan in this episode of Go Coach Yourself! as they navigate the essentials—from understanding your goals, and budget considerations, to uncovering the credentials that matter.
This episode offers insights and actiona...
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In this conversation, Ryan and Vic welcome Susan Clark—founder of heartspark and the creator of Ignite the Spark—to explore what actually makes relationships meaningful. We talk intimacy (beyond romance), why vulnerability creates safety, and how “the energy between us” matters more than hours logged. Susan shares stories from decades of community-building, plus resea...
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Ever wondered what coaches mean when they say they’re Co-Active? In this behind-the-scenes episode, Ryan and Vic unpack what Co-Active Coaching really is — not as a training manual, but as the mindset that shapes how they coach, lead, and live.
They share how they each discovered the Co-Active model (spoiler: it starts with our mutual friend named Lisa), and explore it...
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We’ve all heard it: “Bring your whole self to work.” Or maybe it’s “Show up as your best self.” Lately, though, the conversation has started to shift. Some people are pushing back—saying that maybe your “whole self” isn’t what every space needs. In this episode, Ryan and Vic unpack what’s behind these buzzwords and explore how to navigate authenticity, discernment, an...
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In this episode of Go Coach Yourself! Ryan and Vic talk about what it means to build a life you want to share with others. The episode is inspired by Vic's 50th Birthday celebration, where she invited 15 friends from around the globe to spend the weekend in NYC.
They emphasize the importance of incremental changes and deliberate choices to align with your values ...
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Join Vic and Ryan as they discuss passion on this week's episode of Go Coach Yourself! This inspriation for this episode was a recent line of people Vic saw on the street in New York City it prompted the question: what am I so passionate about that I would stand in line for it? This episode is a response to that question.
In this episode they dive into what passi...
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What happens when your job title becomes your identity? In this episode, Ryan and Vic unpack the modern trap of defining yourself by your career — and what it takes to find a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment beyond work.
They explore how brand prestige and job titles can quietly shape our self-worth, share personal experiences from Nike, Google, and Amazon, and ...
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What does it really mean to lead with kindness? And how is kindness different from simply being nice—or even from care?
In this episode of Go Coach Yourself, Ryan and Vic sit down with friend and colleague Sue Brisbois, founder of Brizboy Works, to explore how curiosity, problem-solving, and kindness intersect in both work and life.
Sue shares her philosophy of falling ...
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In this summer short, Ryan shares the story of a 400-square-foot cabin in Landers, California that became an unexpected stepping stone to something bigger. What started as a real estate investment and side hustle turned into a transformative experience that ultimately led Ryan and his husband to make an even bolder leap to Spain.
Main Takeaways
- Dreams can evolve and...
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In this Summer Shorts episode of Go Coach Yourself!, join hosts Ryan and Vic as they explore the power of words and how a small gesture can leave a lasting impression.
They discuss the importance of being intentional with your words and how they shape future connections and friendships. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with personal revelations and valuabl...
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In this summer short, Ryan shares his journey from avoiding advanced Sudoku puzzles to embracing them, revealing powerful lessons about growth mindset and the transformative power of adding "yet" to our limitations. What starts as a story about number grids becomes a coaching metaphor about moving from unconscious incompetence to conscious competence.
Ke...
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In this Summer Shorts episode of Go Coach Yourself! Vic share a personal story about being heckled during a work event and being unable to respond appropriately in the moment.
What this story highlights:
- How reacting without thinking can impact how we see ourselves and how others experience us.
- Pulling on Viktor Frankl's work of creating space between the s...
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In this Summer Short, Ryan shares a transformative practice that changed how he relates to time and lateness. What started as a simple experiment became a lasting mindset shift that turned everyday frustrations into opportunities.
Key Takeaways:
- Reframe delays and cancellations as "time given back" rather than time stolen
- Track how much time you give versus...
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In this Summer Short, Vic shares a powerful story about how journaling helped her navigate a toxic work situation when her intuition was telling her something was wrong, but she couldn't quite put her finger on what it was.
What You'll Learn:
- How to use journaling as a conversation with yourself to unlock insights
- The difference between talking things out w...
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In this heartwarming summer short, Vic shares how a surprise pottery class organized by her Nike team in Amsterdam became a life-changing experience that shifted her entire perspective on failure, growth, and untapped potential.
Key Highlights
- The Surprise: Vic's dream team at Nike organized a pottery "leaving do" as her farewell celebration
- The C...
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