If you’ve been wondering whether executive coaching for leaders is really worth it, you’re not alone. In 2026, more executives than ever are turning to coaching to navigate demanding roles, build confidence, and create sustainable success—without sacrificing their sanity or personal life. This post breaks down what coaching actually looks like, who it’s for, and […]

IntroductionLife is full of stressors—deadlines, meetings, and endless to-do lists—that can easily make us feel overwhelmed. However, many of the things that cause stress aren’t as important as they seem. The mantra “It Doesn’t Freaking Matter” is a powerful reminder to let go of unnecessary worries and focus on what’s truly important. In this blog […]

Every project feels like a do-or-die moment. Every presentation feels like a career-defining opportunity. You fear that if you don’t volunteer for extra tasks, if you don’t nail every single one, if you dare to leave early or set boundaries, you’ll be marked as “not dedicated enough.” You’ll lose out on that promotion, be passed up, labeled as “not quite there.”

Let me paint the scene for ya. I’m a mom, a global business leader with autoimmune diseases, and let me tell you, mornings and I are not friends. This particular morning, my left arm was curled up on my chest in a v-shape, refusing to budge. Frozen in fear, I wondered if this was my new reality. How was I supposed to support my children, play with them, if I couldn’t move?

In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environment, it’s not uncommon to find ourselves caught up in the relentless pursuit of professional success. As a recovering workaholic, I know firsthand the toll this lifestyle can take on our well-being and personal lives. But through self-reflection and learning from successful executives, I discovered that there is a […]

Working moms are struggling with balancing career and family, That mental tug-of-war of “Should I strive for that promotion, or is it going to take too much away from my family time?”
There is a way out. Coaching from a mom, who has been there, done that and bought the t-shirt. Learn more about Shayla King and how life coaching can help you in this blog.

More women are becoming primary earners than ever before, yet studies show that nearly 70 percent of working mothers still feel guilt about pursuing their careers. It is even heavier for the women who are the first female breadwinner in their entire lineage. In cities like Austin where tech, leadership roles, and dual-income families are […]

Why this matters now If you want to land the leadership role in 2026, your preparation starts now. More leaders than ever are burned out, underpaid, and overlooked. According to LinkedIn’s 2025 Workplace Trends, leadership roles posted in Q4 receive twelve times more applications than mid level roles. Austin and Chicago continue to pull top […]

The right mindset can completely transform your career, confidence, and peace of mind. After leading billion-dollar mergers and serving as Chief People Officer, I learned that success at work means nothing if it costs your life. Through the mindset tools I now teach in my coaching, I discovered how to rewire frustration, own my identity, […]

Why it matters now to say no Corporate leaders are drowning in tasks and starving for strategy, and don’t know how to say no without feeling fear. A Deloitte study found 77 percent of executives say they feel burned out, yet nearly the same percentage admit they take on work that isn’t part of their […]

Why Saying No Matters Now Let’s be honest. Saying no doesn’t always come naturally. Most corporate leaders are drowning in “good” work—committee meetings, team projects, and extra assignments that keep everyone else happy but do nothing for your actual career growth. According to Gallup, employee burnout costs U.S. companies over $190 billion a year in […]

Why this matters now We live in a world wired for negativity. News cycles, social media, and even everyday conversations are designed to keep our brains focused on what’s wrong, not what’s possible. According to research from the National Science Foundation, the average person has around 60,000 thoughts per day—and more than 80% are negative. […]

Train Your Brain to Follow Through: The Desire + Identity Strategy for Executives Hi friends, Shayla King here—your favorite executive coach for leaders who want to increase performance, pay, and happiness. Fall and school activities are in full swing here in Austin, TX, and it got me thinking about motivation, discipline, and how we actually […]

Most people quit too soon. That’s the real reason they don’t get the promotion, land the dream job, or hit the big life goals.
In today’s world of corporate leadership, high performers often think that hard work should equal results. But when it doesn’t happen on their timeline, they give up. That’s the difference between the 95% who stay stuck and the 5% who create epic careers and lives.

How Executive Coaching Transformed Scott’s Career, Relationships, and Life What if decades of corporate success still left you feeling unfulfilled? That was Scott’s story when he came to me. A seasoned finance executive, he had led multi-billion-dollar organizations, delivered results for decades, and checked every box on the corporate success list. But inside, he was […]

Why I’m So Passionate About Executive Coaching for Women Who Want More  When I launched my executive coaching business, I was finally doing it—leaving behind the corporate hustle, the proving, the pressure, and stepping into a new chapter. Two weeks later, I was on life support.  That’s not an exaggeration.  I went in for what […]