1:1 Coaching
More clarity. Less burnout. Yes, really. Work with us 1:1 to gain the confidence you need to build a sustainable, successful career… on your own terms.
“I worked with Sara during a difficult inflection point in my career. Her coaching was affirming and validating, but also challenged me. She armed me with frameworks to expand my mindset and navigate a daunting transition. I’m in a much happier, healthier place now, and Sara played an instrumental role in this growth and upleveling.”
—Jennifer Yin, design leader
“I first approached Jen when I was burned out, and starting a new role with a new company full of anxiety. She allowed me to have the best start in a new role that I have had in my career. Since then, she has helped me find joy again in my job and get clarity on what is important to me and how I can build that into now and the future.”
—Erin Gentry, director of product marketing
coaching services
1:1 coaching packages
Partner with a coach for 3 months to do deep work and make lasting change.
Build self-awareness, set bold goals, and step into your greatest power with our ongoing support. You’ll get six private sessions (50 minutes each), so you have time to get clear on your wants and needs and start taking action. Our 1:1 coaching packages include:
A free intro session to explore your needs and make sure your coach is right for you
A discovery questionnaire to help you define your coaching agenda
Email and DM access to your coach between sessions
Access to the Active Voice community, a private space where you can connect with other clients for support and accountability, and join free group coaching calls
Active Voice resources, like self-reflection exercises and tools for teams, as needed
Cost: $500-800/month (sliding scale)
Partial scholarships also available
strategy sessions
Get clarity on your most pressing challenges with a single 90-minute session.
After you book, we’ll send you a detailed workbook to focus your topic and get prepared. Then we’ll meet for a 90-minute coaching session that leaves you with new energy and momentum. We currently offer four types of strategy sessions:
Career redesign: If you want to focus a job search, break out of career dissatisfaction, or explore new paths, book this session.
Intentional transitions: Starting a new job? Recently promoted? This session will help you boldly step into a new role.
Confidence boost: Nervous about a big interview or presentation? Let’s quiet your inner critic and nail your big moment.
Problem-solving: If you need to make a big decision, prepare for a difficult conversation, or otherwise get “unstuck,” this is for you.
SALE! Session cost: $500 $400 (through June 20)
OUR COACHES
Sara Wachter-Boettcher
Founder and CEO
There’s more to being a leader than climbing the ladder—and Sara Wachter-Boettcher knows that. She focuses on helping people build sustainable careers while staying true to their values, increase self-trust, and set healthy boundaries. She works with folks of all genders, with extra focus on women and gender non-conforming folks, and brings an intersectional feminist lens to her coaching work.
Sara founded Active Voice in 2020 after running a UX consultancy for nearly a decade. She earned an Associate Certified Coach designation from the International Coaching Federation, and has had additional training in both trauma-informed coaching and team coaching.
“At my last review, my manager praised me for delegating and giving others the opportunity to step up and grow. This is the first time I’ve been recognized for doing less instead of more! Sara’s coaching helped me learn how to better prioritize, focus on the most impactful activities, and let go of custody of problems.”
—Mariné Palamutyan, UX research manager
Jen Dionisio
Director of coaching programs
Jen loves helping fellow design and tech professionals launch new chapters of their lives with intention and purpose. If you’re changing jobs, settling into a new company, trying to build confidence in a more senior role, or hoping to restore balance to your personal and professional life, Jen’s got your back.
Jen comes to coaching from a deep background in content strategy and UX, most recently as the director of content strategy for a large consultancy. She completed her coach training at Leadership that Works, and currently holds the Associate Certified Coach designation from the ICF. She’s had additional training in team coaching, parts work, and coaching neurodiverse clients.
“Jen provided a tremendous amount of support while also challenging me to think in new ways. Her questions were always thoughtful and thought-provoking, and now I have long-lasting strategies and tools I can use to navigate sticky situations. I’m a stronger and more confident version of myself as a result of working with Jen.”
—Tiffany, UX research manager
More about coaching
How coaching helps
We all want to feel successful and do our best work. But so much gets in the way: self-doubt, old habits, difficult people, weird work dynamics. We can’t make life perfect, but we can figure out how to move forward anyway. That’s the power of coaching.
What coaching is
Confidential: Even if your company is paying, we won’t disclose anything you tell us—no matter what.
Non-judgmental: We don’t decide what you should do. We help you clarify your values and goals, make decisions that are true to them, and notice when you’re not.
Action-oriented: Each time we meet, we’ll celebrate your progress and work together to define what you’ll do next. Think of it as a healthy kick in the pants, just when you need it.
What to expect
Coaching is all about helping you face the hard stuff and find new ways forward. Expect lots of open-ended questions designed to explore root causes, open up fresh perspectives, and help you take action.
What you can accomplish
Set big, bold goals (and actually meet them)
Define a leadership style that’s true to your values
Show up with presence and influence at work
Overcome blockers and get unstuck
Quiet your inner critic and own your expertise
Learn to celebrate your progress and stay motivated
Listen to your gut and set strong, healthy boundaries
Unravel complex situations and make difficult choices
Convince your boss
Yes, companies invest in coaching for their staff! Ask your boss how you can make coaching sessions part of your professional development plan.
How coaching helps your company
You’ll grow your leadership skills and build trust. Coaching gives you new tools for communicating with clarity and confidence—whether you’re presenting to the C-suite, leading a standup, or facing a difficult conversation with a team member.
You’ll be better at sorting out the hard stuff. Coaching gives you a healthy place to talk through work feels—and figure out how to solve problems with honesty, compassion, and collaboration.
You’ll stay engaged and avoid burnout. Coaching helps you figure out what you need to feel fulfilled and connected at work, and establish healthy boundaries that keep you from getting overwhelmed, overworked, and running for a new job.