Good Ideas + Bad Decisions

Episode 010: Empowering Your Inner Creative - Transformational Coaching with Tracy Candido


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In this episode of 'Good Ideas and Bad Decisions,' hosts Kat and Ellen welcome Tracy Candido, owner of Wavemaker Coaching and the newly launched podcast 'Hidden Parts.' Together, they highlight the unique struggles and strengths of creative minds and how executive and transformational coaching can help these individuals unlock their full potential. Tracy shares her powerful method of parts work, an approach that addresses the inner voices and mental chatter holding us back. Brimming with warmth, humor, and insightful anecdotes, this conversation is a must-listen for those looking to embrace their creativity and rewire their minds for success. Tune in to hear about Tracy's journey, the importance of emotional intelligence, and practical tips on accepting and fostering creativity.


Tracy is the Owner of Wavemaker Coaching - She helps her clients - builders, innovators and creative leaders - craft sustainable careers and lives by aligning their work with their values, embracing their inner wisdom, and taking intentional steps toward what truly matters. She is also the host of the 'Hidden Parts,' a podcast about your mental chatter: the inner voices that shape how you live, work and lead.


The books mentioned in this episode are:

No Bad Parts by Richard C. Schwartz

Wired to Create by Scott Barry Kaufman, Carolyn Gregoire


Kat is the Owner + Operator of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠kat&co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and brings a unique perspective with her psychology background and experience in creative business operations, making her adept at discussing the intersection of creativity and structured processes.


Ellen is the Owner of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ellen Hockley Consulting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and offers valuable insights from her extensive experience in building successful small businesses and empowering female entrepreneurs, providing practical advice on business strategy and growth. 


00:00 Welcome to Good Ideas and Bad Decisions

01:12 Meet Our Guest: Tracy Candido

02:29 The Creative Mindset

06:13 Embracing Creativity in Children

21:14 Overcoming the Fear of Failure

30:42 Building New Neural Pathways

31:20 Personal Experience with EMDR

31:58 The Importance of Self-Compassion

32:35 Using Reminders for Positive Change

33:31 Client Engagement and Coaching Journey

34:02 Transition to Transformational Coaching

34:59 Developing a Coaching Business

43:16 Creating the Hidden Parts Podcast

52:22 Final Thoughts and Words of Wisdom

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Good Ideas + Bad DecisionsBy Kat Oldershaw and Ellen Hockley