S-U-C-C-E-S-S! That’s the Way We Spell Success As the last discussion topic of 2025, I asked members of Entrepreneurs on Orders (my Facebook Group for active duty small business owners — more on that here ) how they define success for their businesses. Sports and games, with clear rules and objectives, give distinct definitions for success.  Life? Not so much. Defining success for our businesses, hobbies, wellness, and other personal goals is distinct for each of us, and ofte

Fresh starts are tantalizing. Full of best intentions, unbridled potential, and free from any blemishes or marks. January 1st can feel like a blank page—an opportunity to lay down goals, expectations, and objectives. Personally, every year I look forward to picking out a new planner. Copying over recurring events like birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays, I’m drawn in by the promise of what’s to come—and the plans I want to set in motion. But what I’ve learned is that befor

Once upon a time, I used to make New Year’s Resolutions — or at the very least, set a few primary goals I wanted to accomplish in the coming year. Finishing a class. Reading a certain number of books. Lifting a specific amount of weight. Building up my savings. Nothing exotic. Nothing to write home about. Nothing that ever actually getting accomplished either. A couple of years ago, I realized how unproductive general goals and resolutions are — for me. They come with a clear

Three of the most common experiences my clients bring to coaching are: People-pleasing tendencies they’re aware of but can’t seem to shift out of Repeated struggles to follow through on their goals, despite genuine passion and desire Time management issues that leave them overbooked and unfulfilled, day after day I’ve noticed how often these overlap — how people-pleasing can shape our schedules and our commitment to goals, and how time management can either support or sabotag

I live in a “cookie cutter” neighborhood in America. In that very short and concise sentence, if you’re from here or have ever visited, you probably formulated a near exact picture in your mind. Houses resting shoulder-to-shoulder, varying only slightly in architectural features, lawns divided by a sidewalk at the front edge of each lot. Homogeneity. Consistency. Uniformity. Along with that uniformity comes a lot of “shoulds.” What your house should look like. How your lawn s

One of the classic television and movie tropes I grew up with was the encounter where a busy or grumpy adult was stopped in their tracks by an annoying little kid they couldn’t get rid of. Any dismissive statement to placate the kid was infuriatingly met with the innocent question, “Why?” Without realizing it, I’ve accepted that question as the single most important one we can ask ourselves. Humans have been asking it in countless ways for millennia: Why are we here? Why does

What Impacts Your Energy? When you think about your energy—whether it feels high or low, fueled or drained—how often do you stop to reflect on what’s actually contributing to it? Some factors might seem obvious. Not getting enough sleep can leave you frustrated when your computer freezes at work. Introverts know their social battery only has so much charge and often bow out of gatherings after a couple of hours. Certainly, the emotions tied to a break-up or loss impact whethe

When you look at your calendar, do you think about what you have time for —or what you actually have the capacity  for? For most of us, the way we schedule our lives comes down to one popular method: time blocking. You figure out your priorities, translate them into time slots, and hope the rigid framework helps you stay consistent. But what if your life doesn’t follow a neat, repeatable structure? What if your goals are creative, your energy comes in waves, and that “open ho

Money. It’s right up there with religion and politics as a “ don’t go there ” topic. But let’s go there anyway. When I first began my...

Coaching is a powerful tool for growth, transformation, and clarity — but like anything worthwhile, the more you put in, the more you get out. Whether you’re new to coaching or have worked with a coach before, I’ve seen certain attitudes and actions help clients make the most of their time and investment. So, here are six practical tips to help you maximize your coaching experience and set yourself up for success: 1. Come with an Open Mind Coaching isn’t about being told what

As Pattern + Purpose ™ kicks off, I want to make sure you know what to expect when you sign up for coaching with yours truly — Britt...

I’m not the most consistent podcast listener, but I recently tuned into an episode of Sam Vander Wielen’s podcast. She and her guest were talking about “information obesity,” and I couldn’t agree more. Growing up, multiple textbooks and documentaries called this era “the information age.” That sounds like a boon, right? But in many ways, it’s actually part of the struggle many clients bring to me. Keep reading for my take on how coaching provides timely support to balance th

One of the first exercises we’re introduced to as students in iPEC’s Coach Training Program  is the Values Assessment. Interestingly, my mentor Haley Thomas of The Passion Pursuit  also has her students identify their values early on before diving into other aspects of building their businesses. The only other time I remember values being discussed as important was when picking a life partner. Honestly, I think values should enter the chat more often! To me, values are the co

When you first hear the words “Life Coach,” what do you immediately picture? Be honest—it’s probably something like a shallow Hollywood celebrity or socialite, strolling around with a designer dog in a Hermes bag, blaming their bad behavior on advice from their “life coach” about protecting their boundaries better. No shame, friend. I’d be lying if I said I didn’t think the same thing back before I really understood what coaching was all about. To be fair, the coaching world

Welcome to the very first blog post of Pattern + Purpose ™ ! Transparency is a huge priority for me, and I can think of no better way to kick off this blog than by introducing myself. Building this business has often meant nurturing and inspiring hope for myself — my own ideal client. Someone who has felt lost, stuck in patterns of settling or indecision. So, if you’re curious about the coach behind Pattern + Purpose — the origin story, so to speak — read on. I’ll start some