I remember the first time Tracey told me about Catalysts. It was one of those impactful moments that happen in life where your brain decides to sear in the memory. When a moment of self-awareness is really driven home. I was sitting outside at Starbucks on Broadway Avenue in Burlingame, CA. I remember the “click” […]

Catalysts are change makers; we help envision and create positive change in the world. It is our mission at Catalyst Constellations to support the global Catalyst community as we tackle some of our country’s and the world’s biggest problems. And we need you right now. The world needs changing and empowered change makers.   “I […]

Our quick tip for you today: What you are doing is OK and enough. While the specific circumstances each of us has during COVID and lockdown is quite diverse – some of us working at home with kids to balance, some of us solo during this period, some of us feeling called to action, some […]

It’s always timely to bring to consciousness things that stop us from feeling we are making positive impact. Feeling we’re never successful. This is a recurring theme when speaking with Catalysts. Let’s talk about the the silent culprit that sabotages your ability to feel successful. I’ve written in the past about two reasons why this […]

As Catalysts we are often putting new things out into the world. Often fear is a big blocker. As a group, we discussed this and realized as catalysts we can use the energy of fear to create bravery – we can be alchemists!  Here’s how: First, make a list of all the things you fear. […]

Working as a Catalyst and Introvert is a conversation between Cecilie Hoffman and Catalyst Constellations. How is your work influenced by the fact that you identify as a Catalyst? What challenges do you face? In 2018 I was hired to re-start the business architecture program at a major eastern region US bank. During the interview process […]

Oh my goodness this topic has been coming up over and over again – in coaching sessions, at retreats, in casual conversation with Catalysts – “How can I measure my value?” Such an important and confounding question for a change agent! It’s no wonder I get this question so often – it’s not easy to […]

At the April 2019 Catalyst Constellations Retreat many of us were posed to ignite a movement. For example one of us is trying to have our organization embrace design thinking not just as a tool of design, but as a way to make decisions company wide. Another one of us is dedicated to growing Compassionate […]

You know you are driving change and are able to see things others don’t. You know you are tackling challenging problems that others may shy away from and that you are a spark that helps magic happen. But are you still struggling to articulate your value so others understand it? This way of being is […]