Client: Jacqueline Dougé, MD, MPH – Pediatrician, Writer, Speaker, and Podcast host
Challenge: Despite being seen as successful by many, Jacqueline felt disingenuous and unfulfilled. A persistent inner voice told her she wasn’t living her true purpose, but fear, self-doubt, and societal expectations held her back. She struggled to overcome imposter syndrome and take steps toward a career and life aligned with her authentic self.
Solution: She enrolled in an immersive eight-week coaching program. The program focused on helping her to identify and overcome her fears, reframe limiting beliefs, and establish a clear, actionable plan for pursuing her dreams.
Coaching Process:
Foundational Work:
Conducted an initial session to clarify goals and uncover motivations.
Created a safe space for vulnerability, allowing Jacqueline to confront self-doubt and fear.
Strategic Coaching and Tools:
Customized exercises, including journaling prompts, affirmations, and daily challenges, to reinforce new habits.
Built each session on the progress of the previous one, guiding deeper exploration and personal growth.
Action Planning:
Focused on setting realistic, measurable goals tied to Jacqueline’s strengths and values.
Identified potential obstacles and strategies for accountability and motivation.
Key Results:
Renewed Confidence: Jacqueline overcame self-doubt and learned to trust her inner voice, enabling her to pursue her true purpose with intention.
Resilience in Action: She navigated setbacks without quitting, using tools and strategies from coaching to maintain focus on her goals.
Empowered Leadership: Jacqueline recognized her unique strengths and invested in herself, becoming a stronger advocate for others.
Outcome:
Six months after completing the program, Jacqueline reports a transformative shift in her mindset and approach to challenges. While she still experiences moments of fear, she now has the tools to push through and maintain momentum. She has embraced a perspective of possibility and hope, leveraging her strengths to create meaningful change in her life and career.
