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Overcoming Fear to Launch a Podcast and Scale Business as a Mother
Kelly Coghlan
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Kelly Coghlan credits Ascension Leadership Academy with helping her overcome fear and 'collapse timelines' to achieve major milestones. After completing Level Three, Kelly launched a long-delayed podcast, completed a youth speaking program, and co-created a business partnership, all while maintaining a grounded sense of peace and worthiness as a mother.
At a glance
- Primary Use Case
- Personal and professional leadership development
- Reported Result
- Launched podcast and co-created business partnership
- Time to Value
- 10 months
“It stepped me in to show me how to collapse timelines, to be able to do more, by being more, by asking for support that I never asked for support with.”
“I wanted to start a podcast for years and I literally just jumped in and started a podcast.”
“I am so glad that I went on to level three and not stop at level two because it really stepped me out of my comfort zone.”
The interview
What was your situation before joining Ascension Leadership Academy?
About ten months ago, I was really struggling to find myself. I was striving for something that I knew was placed inside me, yet I seemed like I was falling short in my vision, falling short in my business, and my relationships. I found myself in constant fear of really stepping into what I wanted.
What was your experience like during Level Three of the program?
My journey in level three was a roller coaster. It was showing me some big breakdowns to have some really breakthroughs. It stepped me in to show me how to collapse timelines, to be able to do more, by being more, by asking for support that I never asked for support with.
What specific professional milestones did you achieve?
I wanted to start a podcast for years and I literally just jumped in and started a podcast. I completed my youth speaking speech to step into my business and co-created with one of my business partners.
How did the program impact your personal life and mindset as a mother?
For me, being this abundant mom that gets to do all these things to be able to be so grounded and so peaceful and stepping into my worthiness was a big thing. It answered the question of how a mom is going to accomplish this big vision that was placed within her.
What role did the community play in your transformation?
Having the support of these incredible like-minded people to continue to light a fire on me and help me through my breakdowns was essential. Without those breakdowns, I would not have had these massive breakthroughs. It has continued on to have this family that stays with you for basically life.
Why do you recommend completing the full curriculum?
I am so glad that I went on to level three and did not stop at level two because it really stepped me out of my comfort zone. It showed me that yes, fear is going to be evident in our life, but it showed me that courageousness that I have within me.
Frequently asked
Can a busy mother find the time and worthiness to pursue a big vision?
Kelly Coghlan initially struggled with how a mom could accomplish a big vision, but through ALA, she stepped into her worthiness and learned to ask for support. She successfully balanced her roles while launching a podcast and business projects.
Is it worth continuing to Level Three at Ascension Leadership Academy?
Kelly Coghlan highly recommends not stopping at Level Two, stating that Level Three stepped her out of her comfort zone and revealed her inner courageousness. She credits the third level with helping her 'collapse timelines' and achieve more by being more.
How does ALA help with professional procrastination?
Kelly had wanted to start a podcast for years but was held back by fear; the program provided the support and 'fire' needed to finally jump in. The community helped her navigate breakdowns to reach the breakthroughs necessary for her business expansion.
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About Ascension Leadership Academy

Ascension Leadership Academy
Ascension Leadership Academy is an emotional intelligence training and leadership community that provides deep-dive transformational EQ programs. They serve entrepreneurs, specialists, and individuals seeking to overcome limiting beliefs through experiential learning and intensive community support. Participants like Kelly move from being stuck in fear to achieving authentic leadership and radical courage.
- Industry
- Emotional Intelligence Leadership Training
Topics
- leadership training
- entrepreneurship
- personal transformation
- parenting
- emotional intelligence
- business growth
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