Navigating Coach Burnout

“Coach burnout isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s a whisper, like not remembering how to turn the car on.” – Kim Black, PCC, NBC-HWC

In this episode of CoachConnect, Dr. Diego Salinas welcomes leadership and wellness coach Kim Black for a conversation on burnout in coaching. Kim shares her personal story of hitting burnout after a 25-year career at PwC and how that moment changed everything.

They dive into:
– What burnout in coaching really looks like
– Why high performers are often the most burned out
– The difference between empathy and compassion
– How to spot early signs of burnout
– Tools to prevent emotional exhaustion and stay connected to your purpose

Kim also introduces her CORE Authentic Leadership model and burnout assessment, built specifically for coaches and leaders. Together, they offer real tools and insights to help you avoid burnout and thrive in your coaching work.

Kim Black, PCC, NBC-HWC, CEO & Founder of Sage Leadership & Wellness

Kim Black is a certified leadership and well-being coach with over two decades of corporate experience at PwC. She is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), and Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner.

After experiencing burnout in coaching firsthand, Kim launched Sage Leadership & Wellness to help others avoid the same path. She created the CORE Authentic Leadership model, a powerful framework to help coaches stay grounded, energized, and values-aligned.

Kim is also a speaker, author, and advocate for women in leadership. She brings compassion, honesty, and practical tools to every coaching conversation. She lives in New Mexico with her husband, their dog Luna Lovegood, and a lively extended family.

Dr. Diego Salinas is the host of CoachConnect.

Dr. Diego Salinas is a neuroscientist, physician, and health coach. He is passionate about helping coaches grow their impact in the health and wellness space.

As the co-founder of Vibly, he equips coaches with the tools and support to build thriving practices and create lasting change.

Blending medical expertise with coaching experience, Dr. Salinas specializes in behavior change, mental well-being, and the role of coaching in healthcare. On CoachConnect, he explores the strategies and successes of top coaches, sharing actionable insights. A strong advocate for coaching in healthcare, he speaks at industry events and works to make quality coaching more accessible.

CoachConnect with Dr. Diego Salinas is a podcast for coaches looking to grow their impact, refine their strategies, and navigate the evolving world of health and wellness coaching.

Dr. Diego Salinas has a question for coaches and coaching industry leaders: “What makes coaching a powerful force for change?” In this podcast series, he sits down with top coaching professionals to uncover their insights, strategies, and personal journeys.

Each episode of CoachConnect delivers real-world strategies, success stories, and expert perspectives on coaching, mental well-being, and business growth, helping coaches at all levels unlock their full potential.