Cathryn Baker

Your unlived life is calling.
Will you answer?

Becoming your fullest self doesn’t happen if you settle.

Stop questioning whether you should still want more and start honoring the fact that you do.

Ambition doesn’t age out

There’s a pressure to ease off and want less once you reach a certain age.

Becoming who you are doesn’t end just because the world expects you to settle. You’re allowed to rebuild, choose again, and evolve. Not by chasing an old version of success but by growing into the version that fits who you are now.

For people at an inflection point
who know something needs to change
but aren’t sure what comes next

Clarity on what’s next, a clear path forward, and the time and courage to pursue it
Get clear on what no longer fits, see what’s holding you back, and move toward what feels true now
Stability, confidence, and the reassurance that there is still time for meaningful work
Find your footing, rebuild your confidence, and move forward with clarity and intention
As the person making the call, you need a speaker you can trust to connect with your audience and deliver real value
I bring lived experience, emotional honesty, a message that resonates, and a process that feels simple and clear from the start

For people at an inflection point who know something needs to change but aren’t sure what comes next

What you’re looking for

Clarity on what’s next, a clear path forward, and the time and courage to pursue it
Stability, confidence, and the reassurance that there is still time for meaningful work
As the person making the call, you need a speaker you can trust to connect with your audience and deliver real value

How I help

Get clear on what no longer fits, see what’s holding you back, and move toward what feels true now
Find your footing, rebuild your confidence, and move forward with clarity and intention
I bring lived experience, emotional honesty, a message that resonates, and a process that feels simple and clear from the start

Support for what’s next

Coaching
for your next chapter

Through honest questions and reflection, I help you understand what’s holding you back, get clarity on what’s next, and move forward with more confidence.

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Keynotes and workshops
that offer a clear path forward

If your audience is navigating change, questioning what comes next, or feeling disconnected from themselves, my talks and workshops offer reflection, reassurance, and a clear way forward.

Book me to speak

I’m in my third act

I’ve been successful, but I also know the self doubt that can follow when a big chapter ends

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37 yrsBusiness & leadership experience
2 companiesCo founded & exited
ICFAssociate Certified Coach
Vistage ChairExecutive coaching Read more

I’ve experienced the loss of confidence that comes when something that defined you is no longer there, and you’re not sure what’s next.

What I’ve learned is that it’s never too late to trust yourself again, reclaim your sense of self, and begin a new chapter with confidence. That’s what I do: help people find clarity about what comes next and the courage to embrace it.

A wealth of experience, an honest perspective, and a grounded approach to guiding people through change

Your unlived life is waiting

Reconnect with the part of you that still wants more

Reclaim your identity

Untangle who you are from what you did.

Make room for what truly matters

Use your energy more intentionally.

A clear path forward

See your next step with greater clarity.

Let experience light the way

Ambition does not age out; it deepens with lived experience.

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Your unlived life is waiting

Through three clear steps, the audience discovers where they are, reconnect with what matters, and begin moving toward their own unlived life.

1.
Recognize the
opportunity 2.
Assess
the risks 3.
Take
action
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Maria Flores testimonial portrait
“Meeting her was a great gift. Life changing. I knew she was listening to every single word I was saying. She helped me discover that I have everything I need inside me.”
Maria Flores
Adam Blackmon testimonial portrait
“Her sessions are interactive, engaging, and educational. Her approach is warm and inviting while also knowing how to navigate from topic to topic efficiently. Highly recommend for any corporate event or engagement.”
Adam Blackmon
Philip Carden testimonial portrait
“Cathryn does a great job of connecting with people. She’s genuine and authentic. This is the 2nd time I’ve seen her, and both times were engaging and thought provoking. Looking forward to seeing her again!”
Philip Carden
Maria Flores testimonial portrait
“Meeting her was a great gift. Life changing. I knew she was listening to every single word I was saying. She helped me discover that I have everything I need inside me.”
Maria Flores
Adam Blackmon testimonial portrait
“Her sessions are interactive, engaging, and educational. Her approach is warm and inviting while also knowing how to navigate from topic to topic efficiently. Highly recommend for any corporate event or engagement.”
Adam Blackmon
Philip Carden testimonial portrait
“Cathryn does a great job of connecting with people. She’s genuine and authentic. This is the 2nd time I’ve seen her, and both times were engaging and thought provoking. Looking forward to seeing her again!”
Philip Carden