COACHING
I coach artists and nonprofit leaders who have big ideas and a desire to create radical change.
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Hi! I’m Amanda Gookin, an artist coach whose work is rooted in creative liberation and belonging in the arts. I support artists and nonprofit leaders who are seeking to fulfill their personal vision and live a life of joy and abundance.
My mission is to empower artists and arts leaders to pave their own path, support the hard work of radical change, and encourage liberated authenticity in their work.
Most often, artists reach out to me because they are feeling stuck or have an idea and don’t know where to start. Often times where we get stuck is not the “how,” but the “why.” Through our work together, my clients gain: clarity around their limiting beliefs, courage to embark on new ventures, skills to minimize overwhelm, and agency over their own talent and wisdom.
I am an active performer, arts administrator, educator, and curator. I’ve also been a crisis hotline volunteer coordinator, union leader, and even a veterinary technician. In my career I founded the GRAMMY® Nominated string quartet, PUBLIQuartet; established a solo career and Forward Music Project; curated and recorded multiple commercial albums; taught university courses on music and social leadership; gave a TEDxTalk on activism in music; and am the Executive Director of two music festivals. I am my most joyful self when in nature and riding horses.
Let’s chat!
What is coaching?
Coaching provides a space of mindful guidance, encouragement, and support to help the client seek their own answers. There is no right or wrong in coaching, and unlike consulting or mentoring, little direct advice giving.
What can I expect?
I offer personalized 1:1 coaching packages tailored to your needs. We’ll first start with a free discovery call to explore your goals. Then we’ll establish the ideal package that works for your time and budget. Monthly packages include two 60-minute 1:1 sessions per month, personalized worksheets and reading/listening suggestions, chat/phone/email support for the full duration of coaching, and a monthly group support Zoom call. Single sessions include one 60-minute 1:1 session with goal setting and reading/listening recommendations, but do not include exclusive support between sessions like the packages. I will provide journaling activities and personalized exercises as needed for your own self work.
How much will it cost?
Coaching is an investment in yourself with unlimited dividends. I offer short and long-term coaching packages and a la carte single sessions on a sliding scale. The sliding scale ensures that those who can pay more help make my coaching accessible for all.
What if it’s not for me?
I will always be honest with you. If I am not the right fit, I have an extensive network of colleagues I can connect you with. The most important thing is, through our work, you feel heard, supported, and encouraged on your way to meaningful growth.
I got you.
PRICING & SCOPE
My coaching services are offered on a sliding scale for short and long-term monthly packages and single sessions. Once we connect on a discovery call about your goals, we will establish a timeline and pricing plan that works for you and your budget.
Monthly package offering:
Two 60-minute 1:1 sessions per month
Personalized worksheets and reading/listening suggestions
Goal setting
Chat/phone/email support & accountability between sessions for the full duration of coaching
Single session offering:
Single sessions are only offered to returning clients who have completed at least one 3-month coaching package. These sessions are useful as occasional check-ins and tune-ups following our concentrated work together.
One 60-min 1:1 session*
Reading/listening suggestions
Goal setting
*Single sessions do not have chat/phone/email support between meetings
Pro-Bono:
Each year I offer pro-bono coaching services to a BIPOC LGBTQ+ artist or BIPOC LGBTQ-led organization. Please contact Amanda to inquire.
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