Be better at your job and your life...
without working harder

You've been successful because you're capable and committed.
But if your old strategies aren't working anymore, you're not failing - you're evolving.

You’ve always figured things out.
Until now.

You’ve built your success through hard work and coping strategies.
Now you’re exhausted, stretched thin, and wondering why it feels harder instead of easier.  

You can’t work any harder.
And pushing through isn’t the answer anymore.

The problem isn’t you—it’s the one-size-fits-all advice


Most leadership and personal growth advice is generic.
It assumes the same tools work for everyone.  

But you’ve outgrown your coping strategies.
And the advice that helped you get here isn’t what will help you next.

A more personal, human way to grow

I’m Tara O’Brien.

I’ve spent 20 years developing leaders at every level—executives, C-suite, entrepreneurs, managers, and aspiring leaders.  
I don’t believe in pushing harder or fixing what isn’t broken.
I help people grow in ways that actually fit who they are now.  

This newsletter is where that work begins.

What you'll gain

Clarity when everything feels fuzzy

You'll learn how to make sense of where you are now - and what actually matters next. 

Leadership without burnout

Insights that help you lead with steadiness instead of constant pressure.

Growth that fits you

No generic formulas - just perspectives that honor how you think, work, and live.

Trusted by leaders who want depth, not hype

"Tara is not just a coach. She's a true partner in growth. Her empathy, professionalism, and actionable guidance made all the difference in helping me show up as my best self, both personally and professionally." (M.S.)

FAQ

  • Is this just another productivity newsletter? - No. This is about sustainable growth for people who are already high functioning and tired of surface level advice. 
  •  Who is this for? - Professionals who are successful, capable, and quietly stuck because what used to work doesn't work anymore.  
  • Will you try to sell to me constantly? - No. The newsletter is valuable on its own. When I offer something, it's an invitation and it's because I think it genuinely fits.  
  • Is there a cost or terms? - The newsletter is free and you can unsubscribe at any time.  
  • Can I work with you directly? - Yes. I offer one-on-one coaching. Let's connect to see what's best for you. Click here to learn more.