“Driven by my desire to understand the human experience, I use insights to help people and organisations adapt to change with intention, confidence, and purpose”
Kim Witten, PhD — Transformational Coach, Business Consultant, and Experience Designer
Hi! My name is Kim Witten. I am originally from California and have been living in the UK since 2010.
For many years, I was immersed in the world of User Experience (UX) Research. I spent my days interviewing people about how they use products and services. With my UX tools and methods at the ready, I was a detective, gathering insights and reporting my findings. This empowered development & marketing teams to solve problems and make improvements.
Turns out, I love this work of digging into human motivation and behaviour so much that I decided to cut the products and services out of the equation. Now I use my expert blend of UX and coaching tools to work directly with people, helping them discover their own insights, improve their lives, and reach their full potential.
My WHY
After spending over four decades overthinking absolutely everything, I know exactly how persistent thoughts can steal your time, energy, and motivation.
Through years of deliberate practice, I’ve learned how to turn rumination into a thinking strength. I have become an expert in analyzing behavior and communication, with over 20 years of design experience, a PhD in Sociolinguistics, and recognition from the ICF as an Associate Certified Coach.
Although I have a deep understanding of what makes people tick, I’m still learning every single day…people are full of surprises. I’m challenged and energised by all the resourceful ways people move themselves toward their goals. And what I might do to support them in that.
That's why my mission today is to help overwhelmed creatives turn their overthinking into expert thinking.
From career-changers to change-makers, I’ve supported people from all over the globe to master their mindset, build their resilience and feel more confident, so that they can create the life they really want and reach their full potential.
Core Values
Approach everything with curiosity
Cultivate awareness in myself and others
Grow and learn from every experience
Stand up for what’s fair and just
Seek independence and freedom
Key Strengths
Listening and Empathy
Strategic and Emotional Awareness
Curiosity, Innovation and Growth
Creativity and Problem Solving
Detail, Organisation and Optimisation
Certifications
I’ve also been fortunate to successfully change careers several times throughout my 28-year work history, gaining experience in corporate, agency, and academic environments. My evolving skillset delves deep into coaching, sociolinguistics, research, design, and development.
These varied experiences have allowed me to make meaningful connections, co-create communities in a variety of ways and learn from many talented, inspiring people with all kinds of interests and backgrounds. I’m always learning from the experiences of others. If you have ideas, questions, or opportunities to share, please get in touch!
What’s on your mind?
Kim Witten, PhD
I love to connect with people and learn about their projects, challenges, impossible goals, and whatever else.
Let’s see how we might help each other!
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