When I first met Kathi Laughman back in early 2014, I knew I was talking to someone extraordinary—but I didn’t realize just how enduring her insights would be.
Originally aired: February 10, 2015
This post has been updated and republished as part of rebuilding the Gratitude Geek podcast archive.
Her guidance on personal leadership, life planning, and owning your story resonated then, and now, ten years later, it feels even more urgent and practical for Gen X women building businesses and navigating transitions.
As we gear up for Episode 300, a panel on Women Can Do Hard Things, I knew Kathi had to be part of the conversation—her perspective on strategy, resilience, and living intentionally continues to inspire and challenge me.
Meet Kathi Laughman
Kathi Laughman is the Founder and CEO of McKenzie Circle, a personal leadership training and coaching company. She helps professionals integrate work and life in meaningful ways, equipping them to achieve their goals without sacrificing what matters most.
Kathi’s approach blends strategy, legacy-building, and practical action—making her insights in this episode especially relevant for Gen X women solopreneurs seeking clarity and momentum.
Connect with Kathi Laughman
Website: http://www.mackenziecircle.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathilaughman/
Books: https://amzn.to/4iulfXC
What This Episode Covers
Originally aired in April 2014, this episode explores how to live today like you want tomorrow to be. We discuss the five life strategies critical for long-term success.
As well as, the power of personal stories to shape both business and life. It offers Gen X women actionable guidance on goal-setting, life planning, and integrating their professional and personal vision.
Kathi shares both practical frameworks and inspiring personal stories, making this conversation stand out as both motivational and implementable.
Key Takeaways
• Create a life plan that aligns your daily choices with long-term goals.
• Develop strategies for growth, network, value creation, health, and risk management.
• Recognize the ongoing value of your personal story—what’s left to share can have more impact than what’s already been told.
• Separate personal emotion from business decisions, focusing on market needs while staying grounded in purpose.
Resources Mentioned
• McKenzie Circle – Offers coaching and workshops to help professionals integrate life and work meaningfully.
• Life planning frameworks – Tools for goal-setting and aligning daily actions with long-term objectives.
• Related Episode: Episode 300, Women Can Do Hard Things – Kathi joins the panel to explore resilience, strategy, and taking bold action in life and business.
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