Episode 35: A Conversation With Kendall Colman, Founder/CEO, Colman Coaching | The Failure Gap

If you’ve ever thought, “I know I could show up better as a leader… but I’m not sure how,” this episode is for you. Julie Williamson sits down with Kendall Colman, CEO of Colman Coaching, to unpack what really holds leaders back from improving their presence, communication, and impact. Spoiler alert: it’s usually not a lack of skill, it’s a lack of alignment. Kendall shares her journey from a self-doubting athlete to a high-impact executive coach, and how one pivotal moment with a coach changed everything. From there, the conversation dives into the real blockers leaders face today, including pride, anxiety, and deeply ingrained limiting beliefs that quietly keep people stuck. You’ll hear practical insights on how to build courage in everyday leadership moments, why coaching is often the fastest path to growth, and how shifting from “correction mode” to “teaching mode” can transform your team’s performance. If you’re ready to close the gap between knowing and doing, this episode will give you a few places to start. Connect with Kendall Colman outside of this episode on LinkedIn here:   / kendallcolmanexecutivecoach   Or through Colman Coaching here: https://colmancoaching.com/ ---------------------------- At Karrikins Group, we work alongside leaders to close the gap between great ideas and real results by combining business expertise with social science to help teams align on how to deliver together - driving better outcomes and stronger connections. Is misalignment holding your organization back? Aligned teams deliver better results more consistently, and they have deeper connections to each other and their organizations. Download our free Leadership Alignment Evaluation Tool and take the first step toward transforming how your team works together: https://karrikinsgroup.com/leadership... About the Failure Gap The Failure Gap podcast is hosted by Julie Williamson, Ph.D., the CEO and a Managing Partner at Karrikins Group, a Denver-based, global-serving business consultancy. Julie delves into the critical space between agreement and alignment, where even the best ideas falter without decisive action. Through candid conversations with a diverse mix of leaders, this podcast explores both the successes and failures that shape the journey of leadership. Featuring visionary leaders from companies of all sizes, from billion-dollar giants to mid-market innovators, to scrappy start-ups, The Failure Gap uncovers the real-life challenges of transforming ideas into impactful outcomes. Tune in to learn how top leaders bridge the gap and drive meaningful progress in their organizations. Download, Review & Subscribe at: https://www.TheFailureGap.com #thefailuregap #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipmindset #leadershipcoaching