1-on-1 coaching
Life-defining question for the
creative-at-heart still stuck in
their “serious”, “prestigious”,
soul-draining career:
If there was a way to live the rewarding, passion-filled life of your
dreams without having to figure it all out alone...
Would you finally have the courage to ditch your corporate role and
step into the life you know, deep down, that you’re meant to live?
If you think that you would — welcome.
(By the way - I think that you would, too)
You’ve been ignoring the dream in your heart.
That’s about to change.
It’s Time To Show The World How Bravely Original® You Are.
Tell me if this sounds familiar. You...
- Are stuck in a career that doesn’t light you up, and isn’t really ‘you’
- Followed this path because your family and society said you had to have a ‘real’ career
- Continued up the corporate ladder just because you felt you ‘should’
- Feel unmotivated and unexcited most days, and your career doesn’t excite you at allll
- Are sticking it out in your bland, “prestigious” role just because it “has benefits” and a pension (but, let’s be real, those reasons just aren’t cutting it for you anymore, and how stable is a traditional job anymore, anyway?)
But more importantly, you…
- Are a highly creative person and you feel most alive and aligned when you’re immersed in your ‘thing’
- Would love to make creativity the focal point of your life
- Dream of ditching your cubicle and dress clothes, and turning your creative passions into a career
Yet… you’re frozen with fear at the thought.
“What would people think of me? What would they say?”
“Who am I to turn away from a stable career
that provides a good life for me?”
“Aaaah.. I couldn’t actually do that. My family
would be so mad at me.”
“I wouldn’t make any money doing that…”
And you have no idea where you would even start to transition out of the current, corporate you and into the fulfilled you that you know you’re meant to be.
If any of this sounds familiar, I want you to know that you’re not alone, and I see you.
The thing is, though...
You’re currently living from a place of fear.
Fear of the unknown.
Fear of judgement.
Fear of disappointing other people.
I want you to know that these fears are common.
As a creativity coach, I see them all the time.
Now, I want to switch gears for a second.
Imagine, instead of the fear, you felt excited to go to work because when you got there, you would be acting, singing, dancing, painting, or doing any other creative activity that you dream of doing…
Imagine feeling fulfilled and happy when you laid your head down at the end of the day…
Imagine feeling challenged but SO INSPIRED to keep going because you’re working towards your dreams…
Imagine being confident and excited to share your passions with the world…
Imagine knowing that the road less travelled is, in fact, the one that you absolutely should be travelling down.
Doesn’t that sound so much better?
Here's the thing:
Those feelings are possible for you.
That life is possible for you.
Take it from a person who was once in your shoes. I used to drag myself to work and was following the path I thought I ‘should’, and now I’m living the life I used to dream of – full of excitement, adventure, and creativity.
Are you ready to do the same?
introducing
Bravely Original®
A one-on-one coaching program for creative humans that are still stuck in their soul-sucking corporate role, fearful of stepping into their true creative calling.
Hey, I’m Esma.
Creative business coach, podcast host, entrepreneur, actor, screenwriter, singer, songwriter, and dog lover.
You can think of me as your creativity mentor, life-loving spirit guide, and all-around hype girl all rolled into one.
I know that you’re sitting there, right now, believing that a passion-filled life isn’t possible for you, and you’ve turned your back on your creative calling.
But I’m here to (politely) tell you that you’re wrong.
And I’m also here to share a few truths with you:
You can embrace your creativity and turn it into a viable business.
You can fall so deeply in love with your life.
You can live off of your passions and be excited about your present and future.
And I can help you get there.
You’ve persevered through your time in corporate -
imagine how much more fun and fulfilling this challenge will be 😉
What Others Have
To Say About
Bravely Original®
- Jasmine Van Deventer
Artist
“In our coaching sessions with Esma I really appreciate the questions she asked. The feedback and the rearticulating she does is so helpful. Repeating and summarizing what I said, and checking in with me, noticing patterns… It gave me more insight into my mind. I like that she gives enough space for me to fully answer questions.”
- Martin B.
Actor, Artist
“Esma Kirim is relentlessly dedicated to her internal well of creativity. Whether it’s acting, writing, movement or emotion, she is committed to the process of uncovering and diving deep into creative mysteries to birth something completely unique to the world! And we are all left better for it.”
- Madelyn Moon
Embodiment Coach,
Podcast Host and Actor
“In our coaching sessions with Esma I really appreciate the questions she asked. The feedback and the rearticulating she does is so helpful. Repeating and summarizing what I said, and checking in with me, noticing patterns… It gave me more insight into my mind. I like that she gives enough space for me to fully answer questions.”
- Jamie Wollrab
Actor, Director, Writer,
Producer, and Coach
“I started working with Esma out of my own creative frustrations. I found myself occasionally not enjoying the creative process and I had a hard time progressing with certain projects. When I started working with Esma, I gained awareness on how I talk to myself internally and learned how I tend to block myself. Esma found ways to introduce tools I could use to help with my creative blocks. These tools are now a part of my life and I consider them my best friends. Now if I’m stuck, I don’t fear it anymore. I know I have these tools, my friends, to help me get through it. Each week when I do these sessions with Esma, I come out of them much more confident and connected to myself and truly know I’m on the right path. So thank you Esma!”
- Yasemin Etikan,
Designer
“I’ve had the pleasure of co-creating a tv series with Esma over the past year and cannot say enough about how much she has enriched our journey together. For starters, she is SO on it with the organization and logistics, that we have never had an opportunity to feel scattered in our creative bliss. She has been imaginative and proactive in developing her independent ideas, yet is also extremely receptive to exploring ideas outside her own. This has allowed us to have a beautifully collaborative environment through this process. She is a reliable partner who brings her best to the table and is always willing to go the extra mile. Lastly, she is an incredibly thoughtful and empathetic human being who I feel grateful to work with. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to actually convert their ideas into reality.”
- Dr. Richa Kalra
Actor, Psychiatrist
Feedback like that is why I do what I do.
Nothing lights me up more than helping people fulfill their creative potentials and find their way into the life of their dreams.
And that’s why I created Bravely Original®.
When you say yes to Bravely Original®,
you get 3 months of custom-tailored,
1-on-1 creative business coaching.
I am a firm believer that learning never ends. I am still learning every single day and I have my own coaches who I learn from to help me better serve YOU. What do I do with my clients? Glad you asked.
Creativity Goals- Want to finish that book you've been working on slowly but surely for years?
I want to help! We will work through creativity blocks that may be slowing you down or making the process more difficult. You'll have the tools you need to finish your projects.
Creative Direction-Do you want more creativity in your life but have no idea where to start? Great! Let's get clear on what you want and how you can make it happen.
Business Coach-This may come as a surprise but my background is in business. I got my MBA at the Columbia Business School and then transitioned into a creative career later on. I can help you with both your business & creative needs and help you make a living off of your creative work. It will take time and focus and it's definitely not easy, but it will be worth it. I'll help you with your mindset, understanding the intricacies of the creative industry & balancing your creativity and business savvy.
Creativity Goals- Want to finish that book you've been working on slowly but surely for years?
I want to help! We will work through creativity blocks that may be slowing you down or making the process more difficult. You'll have the tools you need to finish your projects.
Creative Direction-Do you want more creativity in your life but have no idea where to start? Great! Let's get clear on what you want and how you can make it happen.
Business Coach-This may come as a surprise but my background is in business. I got my MBA at the Columbia Business School and then transitioned into a creative career later on. I can help you with both your business & creative needs and help you make a living off of your creative work. It will take time and focus and it's definitely not easy, but it will be worth it. I'll help you with your mindset, understanding the intricacies of the creative industry & balancing your creativity and business savvy.
So, with that being said…
Bravely Original® looks a little bit different for everyone, but here’s what I can guarantee you’ll get:
90 Minute Onboarding
and Strategy Call
We kick things off with a 90-minute call where we create strategic goals for our time together. Together, we will identify your dreams and then work our way backwards to create your roadmap—full of simple tools and proven techniques—to take you exactly where you want to be.
3 Months Of Support
3 months of bi-weekly, supportive, depressurizing Zoom calls (6 calls at 60 mins each) that will introduce you to creativity principles and tools that will help you move toward your vision, no matter what it is.
Follow Up Session
Notes & Resources
Follow-up notes after each session highlighting what was covered, along with additional tips, tools, and encouragement.
Direct Access To Me
Between Sessions
You’ll receive gentle accountability and support between our sessions via Basecamp (a project management software with a live chat option) so you’re never feeling like you’re on your own at any point throughout this journey.
No matter what you're working toward, I tailor
Bravely Original® to help you get there!
Applying for a spot in Bravely Original® doesn’t commit you to anything, and it doesn’t guarantee you a spot, either. This is a two-way street – we both need to decide that this is a perfect fit.
"Esma Kirim is relentlessly dedicated to her internal well of creativity. Whether it's acting, writing, movement or emotion, she is committed to the process of uncovering and diving deep into creative mysteries to birth something completely unique to the world! And we are all left better for it."
- Madelyn Moon, Embodiment Coach, Podcast Host and Actor
Here’s My Brave Guarantee To You
I believe wholeheartedly in this program and the results that you will achieve throughout it. Bravely Original® will change your life.
But… of course, I believe that, right? It’s my program.
So here’s the deal – if you take this leap of faith and join me inside Bravely Original® and don’t find that it’s what you’re looking for or what you need, then I’ll refund you the value of the sessions you have left.
Simple as that - no fuss.
Here’s Where You Won’t Find
A Countdown Timer Saying You Have
4 Days Left To Sign Up.
I think we all know at this point that a tactic like that is usually fake.
And not to be cliche, but you actually have your own timer here. It’s ticking away, doing its thing.
The timer is your life.
How much more of your life can you really spend doing what you’re doing? Day in, day out, pretending to be someone that you’re not.
Ignoring that voice in the back of your head, and that dream in your heart.
Only you know how much longer you can spend in a “loveless career” so to speak.
So, no – no countdown timer on this page.
The one thing that I will tell you, though, is that I only work with 7 people at one time, so spaces in Bravely Original® truly are limited.
Your soul will die
if you stay at your 9 to 5.
You and I both know that - and it’s why you’ve made it so far down this page.
You and I both know that –
and it’s why you’ve made it so far down this page.
It might not be in 3, 6, or even 9 months from now.
But I want you to picture yourself a full year from now.
Where are you? What are you doing? How are you spending your days?
Are you just another year older?
Or are you waking up and taking on the day excited about the life you’re living, heart and mind so full of creative juices that you could burst?
How about in 10 years from now?
Do you have a successful business and a life you completely love living??
Or... are you still at the office?
The answer to that is in your hands. What will it be?
Are You Ready To Show The World How Bravely Original® You Are?
Applying for a spot in Bravely Original® doesn’t commit you to anything, and it doesn’t guarantee you a spot, either. This is a two-way street – we both need to decide that this is a perfect fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everyone’s creative process is different, and my priority is working with your needs, not creating rigid rules to take your money. If establishing your creative goals lasts more (or less!) than three months, you and I will reevaluate to assess what’s best for your progress. What we’ll discover together will feel fair and prove invaluable for your creative lifestyle.
If you need more than 6 coaching sessions, we can add another package onto our contract.
Life happens – babies, travel, emergencies, etc – and I totally understand that. Contracts will be paused on a case-by-case basis.
Feeling a little imposter syndrome right now? Chances are because you made it this far down the page… deep down, you know you are a creative. So YES! It’s okay if you don’t feel like “a creative” right now because I’ll get you there. The tools and techniques I’ll show you are amazing at breaking down tasks into tiny steps that help you move past your natural resistance to living a fulfilled, creative life. These methods are effective whether you’re writing an opera, drafting a business plan, or you just want to explore doing something creative. And besides… we’re all creatives whether we know it or not! 🙂
You get to make the decision! You are the decision maker in your life, and I’m here to support you in making the best decision for you and where you’re at in your life.
If you don’t feel ready, don’t quit – but that doesn’t mean you can’t get started working on your goal career and your dream.
There will come a moment where you will know when you’re ready to take that leap – I teach you to learn to trust your intuition. So… you will know when it’s the right time, and I’m not going to push you.
Applying for a spot in Bravely Original® doesn’t commit you to anything, and it doesn’t guarantee you a spot, either. This is a two-way street – we both need to decide that this is a perfect fit.
Bravery
is feeling fear and doing the thing anyway.
Fear ≠ not being ready.
And that’s the true reason why this coaching program is called Bravely Original… Because it does take courage to embrace your creativity and show the world your full, amazing, talented, creative self.
So before you go, I have one final question for you…
Would you rather:
Live a life of not being afraid at all and stay
stuck in the most boring-for-you job,
OR
Be Brave?
Applying for a spot in Bravely Original® doesn’t commit you to anything, and it doesn’t guarantee you a spot, either. This is a two-way street – we both need to decide that this is a perfect fit.
