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
Episodes
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When was the last time life completely ignored your carefully crafted plan?
In the first Summer Short of 2026, Ryan and Vic return to the podcast with a story about one of life’s most frustrating realities: things don’t always go the way we expect.
Ryan shares the story of relocating from the United States to Spain, a move that took months of planning, paper...
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What does it actually mean to live a good life? Not an impressive one, or a productive one — but a genuinely good one?
In this episode, Ryan and Vic revisit a framework that sits at the heart of Ryan's Ignite the Spark program: three research-backed foundations that consistently predict deep, lasting life satisfaction. They're not what most people expect. And cha...
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Go Coach Yourself! welcomes Andy Storch! Andy discusses his mission is to get the most out of life and inspire others to do the same.
This episode is for anyone looking to powerfully align their work with personal strengths and values. From battling imposter syndrome to building a personal brand, Andy's insights will challenge and motivate you.
Andy is an author, ...
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What helps people feel more connected over time?
In this episode, Ryan and Vic revisit a theme from season two and take it deeper. Inspired by the Gottmans’ questions for emotional intimacy, they explore what it looks like to keep getting to know someone, even when you already know them well.
Together, they reflect on trust, vulnerability, shared dreams, personal ...
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Most of us are taught to chase things—roles, milestones, achievements—without ever naming the experience we’re actually trying to have.
An emotional goal flips that script.
When you know how you want to feel, it becomes easier to:
- make decisions
- adapt when things change
- release outcomes that don’t fully materialize
- and still feel fulfilled
Be...
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What actually makes a life incredible?
Not big moments.
Not Instagram highlights.
Not achievement for achievement’s sake.
In this episode, Ryan and Vic unpack what they really mean by “build the incredible life you deserve” — and why it has far more to do with foundations than outcomes.
If your life were a house… which part of the foundation ...
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Somewhere along the way, many of us learned to interpret discomfort, confusion, or lack of momentum as proof that something is wrong with us.
In this episode, Ryan and Vic challenge that assumption.
They unpack what it really means to get unfcked* — not by fixing yourself, but by recognizing when you’re simply under-resourced, not broken.
Together, they explo...
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Vic and Ryan kick of Season 3 of Go Coach Yourself!
They look back at the 2025 Season 2 and tease what is coming in 2026. They touch on Heated Rivalry, both the TV show and the books, their amazing 2025 guests, how they will double down on the tagline for 2026 and extend an invitation.
Their invitation: We want hear from you. We are looking for folks who want be c...
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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 “...
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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 meanin...
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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...
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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.
Neit...
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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 nev...
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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 ...
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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 commun...
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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), an...
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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 b...
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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...
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