Assorted Archives - Sarah U Coach

Don’t you love a great three-point play

sarahucoach
March 26, 2025

Happy March Madness! Don’t you love a great three-point play?

This past week, I had the privilege of helping three clients land new jobs—each at different stages of their careers:
✅ One early in her career
✅ One with 10 years of experience
✅ One later in her career

They also came from different industries:
🔹 Marketing
🔹 Finance
🔹 IT Project Management

At first glance, they may seem completely different. But what did they have in common?

They were motivated, driven, and believed in themselves—with a little guidance from me.
✨ They gained clarity in their mindset.
✨ They defined the exact roles they wanted.
✨ They refined their messaging for networking and interviews.

And the result? They all landed the jobs they wanted!

Are you ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s work together to secure your ideal next role. Message me—I’d love to help!

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Taming Your Monkey Mind

sarahucoach
February 24, 2025

I don’t know about you, but last week was really rough for me.

Between below freezing temperatures, being sequestered inside for 3 days in a row, and the uncertainty of what’s going on in the world, my monkey mind was in full force.

If you haven’t heard the term monkey mind before, let me tell you what it is.

We all have mental chatter and noise in our minds, commonly known as the monkey mind. This phenomenon involves a continuous stream of thoughts that lead us through daydreams, relationship analyses, and future worries, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and perplexed.

One effective approach to manage this chaotic mental state is meditation.

Surprisingly, when you attempt to clear your mind for meditation, you inadvertently give the monkey mind more permission to play. This presents an opportunity to tame this mental chatter by becoming aware of your thoughts.

The subtle shift from thinking a thought to simply being aware of it is crucial. By acknowledging your thoughts without getting entangled in them, you can allow them to pass without being swept in different directions. Cultivating the ability to focus is a key tool in slowing down the thought process and directing attention towards observing thoughts.

To enhance your focus, a helpful starting point is concentrating on your breath during meditation. Whenever the monkey mind becomes restless, acknowledge your thoughts and then redirect your focus to your breath.

Additionally, gazing at a candle can be captivating, aiding in mental control. Maintain a gentle gaze on the flame, noting its color, shape, and movements trying not to blink.

Now, that the temperature is above freezing this week, walking meditation or a nature meditation is another wonderful way to calm your monkey mind. Walking, breathing in the fresh air, focusing on breath to movement is also very calming.

Regardless of the method you choose to calm the monkey mind, approach it with compassion.

Through consistent practice, you can achieve a state of tranquility where the monkey mind grows quiet, and you become calm and still.

Some days are harder to calm your monkey mind than others. Be patient with yourself.

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Secrets to Elevating Your Career

sarahucoach
February 19, 2025

Are you looking for something MORE from your career?
✨ A new job
✨ A new promotion
✨ A new way to expand your business

This 4-hour interactive lunch & learn session is for you.

You will learn the secrets to elevating your career and the strategies for how to implement them into your personal and professional life.

Join me alongside personal branding guru, Michael Mackie on Tuesday, March 4th from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Training Umbrella in Overland Park, KS.

Only a handful of Early Bird Tickets available. Sign up & save your spot today for $197. Your ticket includes lunch.
https://lnkd.in/gZ47DyJh

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Celebrating Timber Creek Retreat House

sarahucoach
January 28, 2025

✨ It’s Celebration Friday ✨ Today I am celebrating with my friends Beth and Tom Jacobs at Timber Creek Retreat House. I found Timber Creek in September 2020. I was exhausted. Physically, mentally, emotionally. I felt like I was going to implode if I didn’t get away and take time just for me. I called Timber Creek & Tom answered the phone and I asked to book a room. He kindly told me that they were closed due to Covid & the tone of my voice just dropped. He said “I can hear it in your voice that you need to get away. We are allowing individuals to come if you are healthy & hadn’t been exposed to Covid”

I instantly said YES, I’m healthy when can I come. The next day I found myself driving to Drexel, Missouri. As I drove down the gravel road, I could feel my stress starting to melt away as I saw the gorgeous retreat house. Tom greeted me at the door & gave me a tour and showed me to my room. I stayed in Oak which overlooks the meditation pond.

For 2 blissful days I was nestled in nature. I slowed down. I practiced yoga & meditation. I listened to mother nature’s soundtrack as I walked on the trails. I turned off my phone. I didn’t watch tv. I slept in a very comfy bed.

When I turned off the outside noise, I was really able to listen to what I really wanted. What I really needed in my life. I got peace & clarity. I felt rested, restored & renewed.

This is why I go to Timber Creek. This is why I’ve led 8 weekend retreats at Timber Creek since September 2020.

Today, I would like to invite you to join me at Timber Creek February 7th – 9th for Intention 2025 – Namaste Weekend at Timber Creek.

Give yourself the gift of peace, quiet & clarity. Only 2 rooms available. Please message me to sign up today. Namaste Intention 2025 – Sarah U Coach

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It’s My 10 Year Anniversary

sarahucoach
January 6, 2025

Today is my 10-year anniversary of being a Leadership, Life & Career Coach.

However, this wasn’t the first thought when I woke up this morning. My first thought was how can I serve my community of wonderful, amazing coaching clients today? What message do they need to hear most from me?

My Monday morning ritual is writing my Monday Morning Motivation email to share with this group of individuals who want to take inspired action and create significant change in their lives.

After I sent out that email it dawned on me that today, the 1st Monday in January is my 10-year anniversary of taking the leap into starting my own business, being my own boss and creating Sarah Uchytil Coaching.

Thank you to all the wonderful, amazing individuals I’ve had the honor and privilege to coach over this past decade. You have changed my life.

In each coaching session I start by asking my #coachingclients this question

✨ What are we celebrating today?

Today, I’d like to share my Top 10 Celebrations over the past 10 years.

1. Coached over 1,000 individuals to elevate their leadership, life and career through impactful, empowering 1×1 coaching which has created long lasting significant change.

2. Received my professional coaching certification #PCC from the International Coaching Federation #ICF in 2016

3. Named Best Resume Writer & Career Coach in Kansas City in 2022

4. Became a certified Neuroscience Coach in 2023

5. Presented to numerous groups in person and virtually on topics including the power of a professional brand, top job search strategies, identifying & zapping energy drains, the benefits of extreme self-care

6. Became a certified yoga instructor and meditation coach in 2015

7. Led my 1st yoga & meditation retreat in July 2017 and led my 40th retreat in 2024.

8. Created Namaste All Day, an annual membership tribe which connects like-minded women together through virtual and in-person retreats. Continue to lead 6+ retreats annually.

9. Consistently named Top 10 Life Coaches in Kansas City by Expertise.com since 2017

10. Currently #37 on Top 100 Global Life Coaching Websites & Blogs to follow by Feedspot.com Consistently on Top 100 list since 2017

WOW, 10 years ago if you would have shown me this list, I would haven’t have believed it. But it started with one step. One step has led to another step and another step, and I’ve kept building, growing, achieving & THRIVING.

I am most grateful for the individuals I’ve worked with, the relationships I’ve created, the lives I’ve elevated, the change I’ve created.

10 years ago, I had no idea the journey I was about to embark on. I’m so grateful I had the gumption to make the change and live this amazing life.

If you are looking to make a change, please contact me at sarahucoach@gmail.com. Book a complementary intro session. Be the change you want to create. If I can do it, you can too.

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Leap into 2025

sarahucoach
January 6, 2025

As we leap into 2025, I am reflecting on my career coaching, leadership coaching and executive coaching clients I’ve coached in 2024 to set them up for success in 2025. My hope is that these clients inspire you to make a change. If they can do it, you can to.

✨ A VP of Sales who transitioned to start her own consulting business.
✨ A newly appointed CFO integrate into a new company and new city.
✨ A Non-Profit leader balance the demands of her job while becoming a new mom.
✨ An Operations Manager enhance his leadership skills to be promoted to Director.
✨ A VP of Marketing develop a new 3 year strategic plan while managing employee morale and budget constraints.
✨ A Sr. IT Manager navigate a job loss after 21 years at one company to find new role in a thriving organization.
✨ A Customer Success Manager leave a toxic work environment to find a new company who values and appreciates her. She has already been recognized for outstanding contributions in her 1st 6 months.
✨ A Mortgage Manager struggling with a stalled career find new energy by reconnecting with his passion for educating others through financial planning.
✨ A Sales & Operations Leader create a new positive career path after a merger which left him feeling burned out.

There are many more success stories I can share but I’m running out of room 😊

I am so proud of each of my coaching clients for taking the first step in contacting me to actively create the next chapter of their career.

If you are ready to make a change in your career.
If you are looking for a new job in the new year.
If you are ready for a promotion in your current role.
If you are a leader struggling to manage constant demands.
Message me sarahucoach@gmail.com.
I am here to set you up for success in 2025.

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Your Best of 2024 list

sarahucoach
January 1, 2025

As the year 2024, comes to a close, I invite you to join me today in creating Your Best of 2024 list. Take a few moments to settle in, grab your journal or a notebook, pour your favorite drink, and listen to your favorite music and reflect on 2024.

What are your BEST experiences this year?

You may also want to have your phone handy as I love to look back on my favorite photos of the year to help me in my reflection.

A few of my favorite highlights are:

Celebrating my 50th Birthday

Adopting my new dog, Scarlett

Going on spiritual retreat for myself

Experiencing 4 sound baths

Traveling to Spain & Morocco

Doing yoga on the beach in Maui

Hiking in the Candian Rockies

Beginning the draft of my book

Preparing to become an ICF Master Certified Coach

Celebrating 10 years as a Leadership, Life & Career Coach

You are welcome to jot down the highlights that come to mind of read through the below list for a fuller reflection on your year.

MY BEST of 2024 LIST

My Best ME Day (Self Care)

My Best New Healthy Habit

My Best Bucket List item

My Best Day with my Family

My Best Day with my Friends

My Best Book I Read

My Best Adventure

My Best Vacation

My Best Volunteer experience.

My Best Concert

My Best Sporting Event

My Best Cultural Event

My Best New Restaurant

My Best New Recipe

The Best Thing I did for my Physical Health

The Best Thing I did for my Emotional Health

The Best Thing I did for my Mental Health

The Best Thing I did for my Spiritual Health

The Best Thing I did for my Financial Health

The Best Thing I did for my Continuing Education / Career

My Best Professional Accomplishment

My Best Personal Accomplishment

My Best Way I Expressed Gratitude

My Best Way I Expressed Appreciation

What stands out for you? Any themes?

What do you want MORE of?

What do you want LESS of?

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What Would You Do If You Weren’t Afraid?

sarahucoach
December 20, 2024

10 years ago, I was asked this powerful question

What would you do if you weren’t afraid?

My response

I’d leave my corporate job and coach full time.

Today, I am celebrating my 10-year anniversary of graduating from my corporate career at Sprint and starting Sarah Uchytil Coaching. I am so incredibly grateful for the life & career I’ve created.

I’d like to share with you my Top 10 lessons I’ve learned over the past decade.

1. Be in an environment which allows you to thrive. If you aren’t thriving, make the adjustment you need to.

2. Surround yourself with people who motivate, inspire and energize you.

3. Get clear and know what you need to feel valued, appreciated & supported.

4. Self-Care is non-negotiable. When you take the best care of yourself physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually you are in alignment.

5. Listen to your intuition. Your gut is never wrong.

6. Turn your wild & crazy ideals into your reality.

7. Have an abundant mindset. There is enough love, time & money for everyone.

8. Cheer on others. Celebrate the success of your friends, your clients, your peers. This will generate high vibe energy. Remove negative low vibe energy from your life.

9. Believe in perfect timing, messages from the universe & God winks.

10. It takes grit, gumption & determination to follow your vision, mission, purpose & passion. Have the courage to make the leap.

If you are thinking about making a leap from your current career and starting something new, please message me sarahucoach@gmail.com I’m here to help you!

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Namaste All Day 2025

sarahucoach
November 27, 2024

Welcome to Namaste All Day 2025.

You know the amazing benefits you receive by taking time for you.

Namaste All Day is a community of like-minded individuals who believe in living their best lives, achieving their highest goals while taking the best possible care of themselves.

With Namaste All Day 2025 membership you can choose from:

· 3 weekend retreats at Timber Creek Retreat House

· 2 Saturday retreats one at Casa Somerset and one in Weston

· 1 mid-week retreat at Somerset Ridge Winery

· Plus a few other surprises

You are receiving this exclusive offer to save $200 on your annual membership to Namaste All Day.

Your Early Bird Namaste All Day Membership of $625 includes:

1 Virtual Vision Board Workshop
2 Namaste All Day retreats
4– 30-minute 1×1 coaching sessions with me
Special Namaste All Day gifts during the year
Weekly Monday Morning Motivation emails
New Year Reflection Questions
Mid-Year Accountability Check-In
Year-End Celebration & Reflection Questions

Enroll Today

This early bird offer expires on Friday, December 6th

Payment of $625 can be made via Square

You will receive a retreat sign-up once payment is received. Retreat space is limited to availability.

2025 RETREATS

Vision – Virtual Vision Board Workshop – Saturday, January 4^th from 10am – 3pm

Give yourself this gift of uninterrupted time to focus on what you really want for the year ahead. You will be guided in meditation and inspired by powerful questions. You will walk away with a clear focus on what you want for yourself in the year to come, action steps on how to get there and your very own personalized vision board. This is included with your Annual Membership to Namaste All Day and does not count as one of your 2 retreats.

Intention – Timber Creek – Friday, Feb 7^th at 5pm to Sunday, Feb 9^th at 11am

Spend the weekend connecting to your vision & intention for the year. You will relax with the best restorative yoga poses while going deeper into extended meditation. You will have time to get outside and hike on the 80 acres of hiking trails, enjoy delicious foods and reflect with 3 guided meditations daily.

This counts as 2 Namaste All Day Retreats. This retreat has an additional weekend overnight accommodations and dining room charge: private room accommodations are an additional charge of $450, shared room are $390 per person. 5 Rooms Available.

Awaken – Timber Creek – Friday, April 25th at 5pm to Sunday, April 27th at 11am

Step into spring and awaken your spirit. This weekend retreat is designed to help you reconnect with yourself, find clarity, and nourish your soul. Coach Sarah will help us relax with the best restorative yoga poses while going deeper into extended meditation. Throughout the weekend, you’ll dive into thoughtful journaling prompts and reflective exercises with spiritual director Rhonda Osborn. These sessions are all about helping you tap into your inner world, spark fresh awareness, and connect with a deeper sense of purpose. Amidst the beauty of springtime renewal, there will be time to relax, savor nourishing meals, and take peaceful walks outdoors on 80 acres of hiking trails. Whether you’re looking for stillness, inspiration, or connection, this retreat offers a perfect opportunity to pause, reflect, and awaken your spirit.

Kick off to Summer Retreat – Somerset Ridge Winery – Wednesday, June 11th

This is a day for you. To pause. To rest. To reflect. To rejuvenate. The retreat will begin at 10am with Coach Sarah leading a gentle flow yoga and meditation class. After class, you will be treated to a delicious healthy lunch. Following lunch, Coach Lisa Nickel will lead us through her empowering interactive discussion on how to incorporate more happiness into your life. You will have time to reflect and journal on the veranda, by the pond, or in the vineyard. The day will conclude at 3pm with a private wine tasting.

Autumn Equinox – Casa Somerset – Saturday, September 27^th from 10am – 3pm

Enjoy your day at the beautiful Tuscan villa Casa Somerset. You will enjoy yoga and meditation on the lawn followed by a healthy farm to table lunch. In the afternoon, you will have more time for journaling along with another guided meditation session.

Release Retreat – Weston, Missouri – Saturday, October 18^th from 9am – 2pm

Surround yourself in nature as we hike through the colorful fall leaves at Weston, Missouri. You will experience nature meditations including walking and silent meditation. You will learn ways to release what is no longer serving your highest good. After the hike we will travel to town to enjoy a late lunch at Green Dirt Farm.

Intuition – Timber Creek – Friday, Nov 14^th at 5pm to Sunday, Nov 16^th at 11am

Spend the day reflecting on how far you have come in 2025. Relax with the best restorative yoga poses while going deeper into extended meditation. Learn the secrets to a less stress holiday season. This counts as 2 Namaste All Day Retreats. This retreat has an additional weekend overnight accommodations and dining room charge: private room accommodations are an additional charge of $450, shared room are $390 per person. 6 Rooms Available.

Ahhhhhhh. You know how amazing, re-energized and rejuvenated you feel after a Namaste All Day Retreat. I invite you to join again for 2025. Give this gift to yourself.

This savings of $200 on your annual membership expires on Friday, December 6th

Payment of $625 can be made via Square

You will receive a retreat sign-up once payment is received. Retreat space is limited to availability.

Questions? Please message me sarahucoach@gmail.com or 913-481-4791.

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You are a Namaste All Day VIP

sarahucoach
November 22, 2024

You are a Namaste All Day VIP.

You are creating your life’s Vision.

You live your life with Intention

You connected to your Purpose.

You are receiving this invitation first because you are a VIP.

With Namaste All Day 2025 membership you can choose from:

· 3 weekend retreats at Timber Creek Retreat House

· 2 Saturday retreats one at Casa Somerset and one in Weston

· 1 mid-week retreat at Somerset Ridge Winery

· Plus a few other surprises

You are receiving this exclusive offer to save $400 on your annual membership to Namaste All Day and 1st choice of retreats.

Your VIP Early Bird Namaste All Day Membership of $425 includes:

2 Namaste All Day retreats
Virtual Vision Board Workshop
Four – 30-minute 1×1 coaching sessions with me
Special Namaste All Day gifts during the year
Weekly Monday Morning Motivation emails
New Year Reflection Questions
Mid-Year Accountability Check-In
Year-End Celebration & Reflection Questions

Enroll Today

This early bird offer expires on Wednesday November 27th.

Payment of $425 can be made via Square or Venmo @Sarah-Uchytil