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Kirsten Smith

Kirsten Smith - Seattle

Hands down – the BEST coach that I’ve worked with in all my years. She has really helped strengthen my overall presence and just my overall “game” to the next level. She is practical in her approach by using real work situations and instant feedback. The most amazing thing about Kirsten is her ability to “tell it like it is” and really push me to focus on creating new “muscle memories” so that prior behaviors are unlearned and I continue to move forward adding value to the company and team.
— VP of Finance, T-Mobile

Kirsten is an ICF Certified Executive Coach, a Consultant and Workshop Facilitator who partners with leaders to expand their sphere of influence through a strong presence and powerful communication. She helps executives develop their authentic style and the courage to lead their teams to excellence.

Kirsten developed leadership and coaching programs in her HR executive roles at fast-paced, accelerated growth companies in biotech, wireless, and high-tech prior to making the shift to philanthropy at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. In each organization, Kirsten designed and implemented effective people strategies, shaped culture and coached leaders and their teams to achieve higher performance and exceed their goals. Kirsten is a certified Enneagram practitioner and uses this and other assessments as tools to help people learn about themselves and grow.

Kirsten trained in Tae Kwon Do for over 20 years and reached the level of 4th Degree Black Belt. Her martial arts background provided the inspiration for her True Warrior Way brand where she helps clients lead authentically, live fully and leap courageously.  She has a passion for travel and has adventured with her husband to over 30 countries.