In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will take a bold look at the “dark side” of hustle culture and its often hidden impact on motivation, identity, and wellness—especially for coaches, leaders, and high-achievers.

From toxic productivity to gender, culture, and privilege, they break down how hustle culture sneaks into everyday life and work, and why redefining success is crucial for long-term growth and health. Whether you're coaching clients through burnout or wrestling with your own overachievement habits, this episode gives you the real talk you didn’t know you needed.

🧠 Topics Covered:

• The difference between hustle culture and healthy ambition
• How overachieving can lead to burnout, illness, or identity struggles
• Hustle culture across different cultural and gender identities
• The pressure of proving yourself in executive roles
• Why leaders must delegate and set boundaries
• Coaching up vs. coaching down
• How to recognize when hustle has gone toxic

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In this special episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Coach Will interviews the heart behind the Reid Ready brand—Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid. Get an inside look at her personal journey from overwhelmed PhD student and aspiring therapist to certified coach, entrepreneur, and thought leader.

Dr. Reid opens up about the coaching experience that transformed her life, what led her to pivot from therapy to coaching, and the certifications and philosophies that shape her practice today. She discusses everything from cognitive behavioral coaching to pluralistic methods, self-coaching, and what success truly looks like for her clients.

If you've ever considered becoming a coach or wondered about the work behind it, this episode is for you.

🧠 Topics include:

• Her “aha” moment with coaching
• Why she pivoted from therapy to coaching
• What it really means to be a person-centered coach
• Certifications (ICF, DISC, Agile) and their purpose
• Self-coaching habits, mentorship, and lifelong learning
• How to define client success in meaningful ways
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https://www.reidready.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdawnreid/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reidreadycoaching/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamdglover/

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In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn Reid and Coach Will dive into the art of coaching the whole person, exploring why authentic, person-centered approaches matter in every coaching session. Discover practical frameworks and techniques that help clients find courage, truth, and growth.

• The meaning and impact of person-centered coaching versus problem-focused coaching
• Introduction and explanation of the proprietary Jasari Kweli approach
• Deep dive into the CAAT and BRAVE coaching models and how to use them
• The role of radical candor and authenticity in powerful coaching relationships
• How silence and adaptive approaches create space for client insights and self-discovery

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Learn more about Reid Ready Life Coaching at https://www.reidready.com

Connect with Dr. Reid

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdawnreid/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/reidreadycoaching/

Connect with Coach Will

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamdglover/

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This episode is produced at Suite Recording - the premiere podcast studios in New Jersey. Learn more at https://www.SuiteRecording.com.

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