Change has been the theme of my life lately—both personally and professionally. As I reflect on aligning with my purpose and values, I’ve been thinking about how I can share more intentionally with you. That’s why this newsletter is evolving into a monthly one-stop-shop for everything I’m learning, creating, and exploring. It’s a way to connect with what matters most and to support you in catalyzing your career—whatever that looks like for you.
I’ve called this newsletter The Career Catalyst because that’s exactly what it’s here to do: spark momentum in your career and help you align with what feels purposeful and fulfilling. Of course, this won’t be the only time I reach out, but this space will be where everything comes together to inspire and guide you in meaningful ways.
This month marks the beginning of many new things for me, just as I know it does for many of you - because changes don’t schedule themselves to the flip of a calendar. They happen when they need to.
I’m in the process of prototyping new ideas and refining ways to better support you in your career transitions. It’s all about aligning my work with what matters most—not just in the world of work, but to you as an individual.
As part of this reflection, I’ve realized how many of my femme midlife clients are navigating two huge transitions at once: career changes and menopause/ perimenopause. These shifts often collide in ways that are deeply personal yet rarely discussed. That’s why I’m launching a blog series to explore the impact of menopause in the workplace. It’s not just about hot flashes or mood swings—it’s about how these changes affect our energy, confidence, performance, and so much more.
If this resonates, I’d love for you to become a subscriber to Menomentum, a new initiative I’m building to change how we work by addressing women’s unique experiences. You can sign up here to join the waitlist and get first access to stories, strategies, and resources to navigate these changes with clarity and confidence.
We’re all designing our lives in real time—one step, one experiment, one prototype at a time.
📣Some Great Folks, Doing Great Things
People who are making waves in the world and for good reason.
Double the Louises, Double the Wisdom!
📣Recently, I had the pleasure of joining Louise Carr on an Instagram Live, and let me tell you—two Louises are definitely better than one! It was such a joy to connect over our shared passions and experiences.
Louise is a whole-food kitchen ninja and nutritionist who takes a holistic approach to health, focusing on how our midlife transitions shape what our bodies truly need. She reminds us that the relationship we have with ourselves is the most enduring one we’ll ever have—and that the food we choose to nourish ourselves with is an intimate and loving act, three times a day.
If you missed it, you can catch the replay of our IG Live and grab Louise Carr’s fantastic freebie—it’s packed with goodness you won’t want to miss!
📣Kim Romain, a trusted voice in personal growth and alignment, shares her story of transformation:
"A few years ago, I decided to experiment with something radical: actually living in alignment with my unique blueprint—not just learning or thinking about it, but fully integrating it into my day-to-day life.
Spoiler alert: It didn’t just feel good—it was wildly effective.
Here’s what alignment did for me over the course of a year: ✨ I doubled my income. The hustle turned into flow when my business truly aligned with me. ✨ My relationships deepened. Letting go of old masks brought new and more meaningful connections. ✨ I started nourishing myself. For the first time, I felt truly seen, heard, and cared for—not just by others, but by me. ✨ I rebounded from setbacks with ease. Life stayed messy, but challenges stopped knocking me off course.
The more I leaned into my design, the more the pieces came together. It’s not magic, but alignment works—because when you show up as your most authentic self, life responds in kind.
This journey inspired me to create Pluto Rising, a yearlong program designed for changemakers ready to navigate 2025—a year of profound endings and beginnings—with clarity, ease, and purpose.
📆New + Upcoming Events
Got a few things for you to chew on over the next few weeks. I hope you take advantage of the events coming up.
Have you been considering working with me but maybe the timing hasn't been right or the investment of one-on-one coaching has been out of your reach? Well, here is a new opportunity for us to work together. The Rise and Redefine Coaching Program. It's a group program that still gives you the ability to customize your unique journey by including private one-on-one sessions, all for an incredibly low price. Especially this first time. Check out the details below or shoot me over an email at louise@louiseneil.com and I will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
Menomentum
Let’s talk about something we don’t discuss nearly enough: menopause and its impact on our careers. From brain fog and heightened stress to redefining what success looks like, navigating work during this life stage can feel overwhelming—and isolating.
That’s why I’m launching Menomentum, a blog series that dives into the untold stories and challenges of balancing menopause and career. It’s about breaking the silence, sharing what I’m learning, and offering tools and strategies to help you thrive—not just at work, but in every part of your life.
Over the past few weeks, we’ve had some incredible guests join us to explore what it truly means to feel empowered. That sense of autonomy and choice that goes hand-in-hand with confidence and self-efficacy has been at the heart of these conversations, and I can’t wait for you to dive in..
Breaking Free from Money Stress
Amanda CFP and CEO of Wealth Wisdom Financial shares her story of using intentionality, clarity, and community support to change her relationship with money. This episode is loaded with tips you won't want to miss.
Kim and Louise talk about being present, embracing uniqueness, emphasize the journey of self-discovery and the significance of trusting yourself. They explore how to navigate personal growth at your own pace—whether it’s marinating in your “idea babies” or finding joy amid life’s challenges.
Somatic healer and certified love, sex, and relationship coach Melanie Bonk joins us and shares how we can reconnect with our bodies, redefine pleasure, and embrace empowerment through sensuality. From separating sexuality from sensuality to uncovering the deep wisdom held in our bodies, this is a hot episode you won't want to miss.
Here’s a section dedicated to one of my favorite tools: prompts! I’ve been incorporating AI into my business and work with clients, and one thing I’ve learned is that mastering prompts is key to unlocking the deep knowledge a tool like ChatGPT can offer. The more specific and tailored your prompts are, the better the results.
While ChatGPT is fantastic for generating ideas and getting the ball rolling, it’s so important to personalize and refine the responses to ensure they reflect your unique voice. Always take a moment to validate the output and make it your own.
Here’s a fun one to try:
I am a senior-level manager preparing for a challenging performance conversation with one of my team members. The employee's recent performance has not met expectations, particularly in [specific areas, e.g., meeting deadlines, team collaboration, or quality of work], despite prior feedback and support. I want to address this issue in a way that is direct, professional, and constructive while maintaining a supportive tone and fostering trust. My goal is to clarify expectations, understand any underlying challenges, and collaborate on a plan for improvement.
Please help me draft a script or outline for this conversation, including:
An opening that sets the tone and purpose of the conversation.
A clear articulation of the performance concerns with specific examples.
A way to ask open-ended questions to understand the employee's perspective.
A strategy for collaboratively developing an improvement plan with measurable goals.
Tips for ending the conversation on a positive and motivating note.
Use a professional yet empathetic tone suitable for a senior-level manager.
This prompt is a great starting point! Just remember to tweak and polish the content to ensure it truly represents you. AI is here to support you as a collaborator, but your voice and perspective should always shine through. After all, the last thing you want is for your words to sound like it came straight from a chatbot.
I hope you found this helpful! I’d love to hear your thoughts—whether there’s something more you’d like to see or a different topic you’re curious about.
Feel free to reach out anytime! You can DM me on Instagram or LinkedIn, or simply reply to this email.
If this content isn’t the right fit for you right now, that’s okay. While I’d be sad to see you go, I’d also be so happy knowing that you’re finding the balance that works best for your life. Living in alignment with your values is what brings true joy and fulfillment, and that’s something worth celebrating.
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