Helping word nerds and other busy-brained people say and do less, so that we can create, write, and play more.

Kim Witten, PhD — Personal & Business Development Coach

Kim is wearing a green dress and sitting on a wood bench in a park. She is smiling at the camera.

After spending over four decades overthinking absolutely everything, I know exactly how persistent thoughts can steal your time, energy, and motivation.

Through years of deliberate practice, I’ve learned how to turn rumination into a thinking strength. I have become an expert in analyzing behavior and communication, with over 20 years of design experience, a PhD in Sociolinguistics, and recognition from the ICF as an Associate Certified Coach.

Although I have a deep understanding of what makes people tick, I’m still learning every single day…people are full of surprises. I’m challenged and energised by all the resourceful ways people move themselves toward their goals. And what I might do to support them in that.

That's why my mission today is to help word nerds and other busy-brained people turn their overthinking into expert thinking.

From authors to zine-makers and everything in between, I’ve supported people from all over the globe to say and do less, so that they can write, create, and play more.

Core Values

  • Approach everything with curiosity

  • Cultivate awareness in myself and others

  • Grow and learn from every experience

  • Stand up for what’s fair and just

  • Seek independence and freedom

  • Be flexible and generous with my time and other resources

Key Strengths

  • Listening and Empathy

  • Strategic and Emotional Awareness

  • Curiosity, Innovation and Growth

  • Creativity and Problem Solving

  • Detail, Organisation and Optimisation

Certifications

I’ve also been fortunate to successfully change careers several times throughout my 28-year work history, gaining experience in corporate, agency, and academic environments. My evolving skillset delves deep into coaching, sociolinguistics, research, design, and development.

These varied experiences have allowed me to make meaningful connections, co-create communities in a variety of ways and learn from many talented, inspiring people with all kinds of interests and backgrounds. I’m always learning from the experiences of others. If you have ideas, questions, or opportunities to share, we should talk!

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