Start Over, End Better,
without Starting Fresh
Start Over, End Better,
Without Starting Fresh
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If you're anything like most Achievers (like me), you've gotten knocked down 10 times but stood up 12. Won BIG! Lost big, too. You've likely known heartbreak but still found more heart balm. Experienced false starts and false friends. Found quick success, failed fast, and stayed agile. Looked like you, "had it all together" but (also) were The Helper who needed help. That grit, that gumption, that grace under fire, made you a success.
Now, teach others how you did it. And share all the juicy BTS stories.
— TO inspire others —
"Kj's projects have been seen on Oprah, CNN, ELLEN, Netflix to name a few. Working with Executives, Entertainers, Entrepreneurs, Elite Athletes & Speaking to Modern CEOs of Culture-Focused Companies on Resilience, Storytelling, Pivoting, The Great Resignation."
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By invitation, this Modern Members club curates bespoke experiences with intimate gatherings for the top achievers in Entertainment, Sports, Tech, Business, Wellness, Luxe Hospitality and Real Estate. Members enjoy the spirit of a staycation in their daily lives while embarking on their next personal or professional Quest. With privileged access to unique spaces and close proximity to befriend the best-of-the-best, this is the place where new memories, joint ventures and lifelong learning happens for true legacy building.
Enjoy enriching year-round programming, seasonal day retreats and supper clubs, with annual summits and global Rolodex to grow your network across industries.
To get on the waitlist for when doors open to Applicants,
"You need a process or you may end up stuck like so many others. Catch this convo (with me + Kj on her IGTV) if it's time for you to pivot with a plan."
- Time to Come Back Alive -
- Pivot + Perform into Thought Leadership -
- Get (Re)Known with new Aligned PR -
- Leverage Better Teams, Clients, Audience -
- Create Legacy Projects that Matter -
- Share the Story (Behind the Story) -
- In Bestsellers, Top 100 Podcasts, Talks, TV/FIM -
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FACT: The #1 thing keeping you feeling complacent after so much "success" is feeling disconnected. The amount of time, money and energy wasted feeling out of alignment with yourself, in debate over your NEXT chapter, (struggling to find deeper life purpose, feeling guilty for not being more "happy" when you ARE "grateful") is 10x the cost of pursuing a bucket-list dream, building your personal brand and sharing your story to help others. If everyone wants something from you, ask: "What do I want?" Let's do THAT. This is legacy work in the making.
It's simple math. "An object in motion tends to stay in motion; an object at rests tends to stay at rest." Even YOU — the industry leaders in Entertainment, Sports, Tech, Entrepreneurship, Real Estate, Finance, Wellness, Media, Hospitality, EV, Publishing — can hit an Achiever's Hangover after an unexpected setback, sophomore slump or even a hugely successful startup exit. What's different? Having high level Strategic Consultants, fresh PR and a trusted Rolodex of peers who "get it." Only then will you start to remember you're WORTHY beyond your money, fame, awards, status. That's when your nervous system will calm and you'll get back into massive action.
There's a saying, "What's fun gets done." Now, more than ever, with so much work going remote — and Entertainers, Entrepreneurs, Executives, Elite Athletes and Everyday Achievers each carrying the weight of so much pressure — loneliness, burnout, depression, anxiety are all on the rise. ESPECIALLY for driven, creative, visionaries who thrive on beating their personal best and a little healthy competition with collaboration. Even the most introverted are feeling starved for some high-five TLC around fresh passion projects and personal pursuits. If you're tired of scroll-suffering your days away on social media, or having the same tired conversations with your club circle, come meet new people, in new places, for new possibilities. Chances are? Your best next JV, Client, Agent, Investor, Sponsor, Founder or Love may be here.
CONFESSION: For years, I succeeded in a lot of "impressive" career titles with a lotta "big" names and garnering some pretty sexy street cred. Problem was? All the press, all the offers, all the celebrity clients and diverse projects weren't putting my SIGNATURE STORY front and center. When Life throws curveballs like Covid, Divorce, Cancer, Recession, Hollywood Strikes, Tech Layoffs — personal branding isn't a "nice to have" but a "must have." EVEN IF your talent and leadership are an asset, your diluted message and burnout is a liability. In times like these, you can't afford to lose your team, clients, audience, or YOURSELF. Leverage is critical. Branded Consults help.
Where success & satisfaction makeout
celebrities, ted fellows, athletes, founders
Free Yourself, Trust Expert Support, Grow your Influence, Get your Time Back, Attract & Retain NEW Top Talent, Get (Re)Known.
Picture this ...
Fill your calendar with your Ideal Clients, Interviews, Sponsors, Keynotes, Projects or (dare we say) White Space to unplug.
Have a hive of Generous NEW Referrals + Raving Fans who engage with you daily; build a culture where folks want to be.
Kick Imposter Syndrome, Perfectionism, and CYA mentality to the curb; finally feel true psychological safety and belonging.
Develop, Market & Distribute your Book, Podcast, Website, TedX, TV/Film, Course, Broadcast Media, Tour, Product, Service + Secure NEW PR for who you are TODAY.
Change Your Environment
(with NEW people, places, projects)
Change Your Energy
(wherever you go, there you are)
Change Your Engagement
(what you put out, comes back)
Your Future's Role
(with NEW meaning & mission)
Your Hero's Journey
(with Character & Story Arc)
Your Story's Message
(for Books, Talks, Podcasts, Media, TV/Film)
Your Friends, Family, Peers
(meet the most healed you)
Your Fans, Students + Subscribers
(learn from the most real you)
Your Global Audience
(see your best work + best you)
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I'm Kj. Your Pivot, Performance & PR Growth Strategist.
Oh Hey!
OFFICIAL BIO: Known for her relentless enthusiasm, whip smart improv, standing ovations, with reverent and funny tone — Kj's keynote speaking, strategy and storytelling each pull from the relational insights of Esther Perel, the purpose driven work of Simon Sinek, the Hero's Journey of Joseph Campbell, and the transformational motivation of Lisa Nichols. Audiences and clients will leave having had a laugh, a cry, and a shift into action.
A small town latchkey kid, turned SoCal gal, Kj Christensen learned the Art of Resiliency at a young age. By 23, she'd survived domestic violence, disordered eating, sexual assault and losing her best friend to Leukemia. By 40 she was forced to start over; end better.
Now in her second act, Kj inspires audiences to "answer the call" and embark on their own personal/professional QUEST. Learn how to LEVERAGE your expertise, personality, network, business and stories into your own Keynote, Bestseller, Podcast, TV/Film, Consulting, IP.
STREET CRED: Before transitioning from Entertainment to Entrepreneurship — Kj Christensen acted in TV/FILM, opposite celebrities you grew up watching. Produced viral documentaries & shot photography seen on Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday, O Magazine, NETFLIX, CNN, ELLEN, Showtime, YouTube, SUCCESS magazine, MovieMaker Sundance issue; and celebrated seeing her feature documentary made into an OSCAR nominated biopic. A seasoned Speaker, Moderator, Emcee — Kj Christensen has photographed & interviewed Music Legends, A-List Actors, NFL Super Bowl Champions, Moonshot Tech Founders, Viral TED Thought Leaders and Influencers around the globe. For bucketlist fun Kj Co-wrote and Co-produced the official #MyOutgrown Anthem, Hosted and Produced The Dreamcatchers District Podcast (iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music), and earned #1 Bestseller Co-Author on Amazon for Resiliency Through Yoga/Meditation. From 2500 seat theaters via European tour, to sold-out live events in LA, Orange County, Austin, and panels on several SXSW Film Festival stages, Kj is excited to be speaking in Park City, Miami, NYC, London, Portsmouth, and Boston next. To work with Kj as your Growth Partner and Strategist, or to book Kj as your Emcee, Moderator or Speaker — email Hello@KjChristensen.com
I had "it all" ...
except ALL of ME.
See, I was hiding one dirty little secret ... I lost myself. Playing small. Staying stuck. Trading BECOMING for BELONGING.
Truth? I didn't always want "my story" to be my story. That all the twists and turns (some phenomenal; some painful) could’ve been a straighter, smoother line. That I didn’t know what it felt like to be the Underdog; the Jill of all Trades; the Late Bloomer; the Survivor.
But that is not how good stories go. Not yours. Not mine. And, looking back, I’ve learned to feel grateful for it all.
Even the pain.
FACT: In a full life, your heart may break a thousand times.
And it’ll mend ten thousand more...
But not until you learn the Art of Resiliency and how to Pivot + Perform with relentless hope and enthusiasm (no matter what) and sharing your own personal story with aligned, authentic, PR to help others.
Some will learn by crisis and some by choice. Me? I learned by both.
Maybe, so you don't have to.
but it wasn't always as
easy as
it looked
"I can’t say enough about KJ's leadership retreat in LA. It was such a transformative experience! KJ‘s energy and passion for what she does is palpable, and the encouragement she gives others to live their best life is unmatched. I would highly recommend her as a keynote speaker, writer, or retreat leader for any event aligned with her massive talent. Attendees will never forget their experience with her! "
Keisha
In the years we’ve gotten to work together, I’ve been lucky enough to be a guest on Kj's podcast and seen her work with many clients as well as interact and support event attendees. We’ve engaged in strategic coaching conversation and, through it all, I value her insight as well as her wide range of expertise and experience. Kj really shines as facilitator of thoughtful, intentional, conversation. And connecting with her audience let’s me know that investing my time, money and energy with her is the right thing to do. She’s a valuable speaker, advocate within her space and amazing connector of people. The ease that Kj has makes everyone feel comfortable opening up, whether it’s a struggle or a project they want to work through. She truly makes sure that they are heard and valued. When I think of Kj, I think of one of the kindest souls I truly have ever met. Given everything going on in the world today, now is the perfect time to hire Kj as your Pivot Strategy Coach and have her speak at your event, on your podcast, or lend her expertise to your next elite panel. She'll help your audience focus, engage and end up in the right direction for success.
Kristen
During our coaching, what stood out to me was Kj's positive energy and amazing ability to listen! She truly understood how I was feeling and what I was going through, then instantly knew the “cure” and plan to propel me towards an upward trajectory! Within 90 days, I was able to increase my capacity (mentally & physically), regain focus and drive - and most of all, I felt empowered and a renewed sense of self-worth. She also provided me with TONS of amazing resources, tools and techniques that helped me grow in so many ways. But the results that manifested were profound. Every time I reflect on where I am today compared to where I was a year ago, I attribute so much of my growth and success to KJ!! Being in my profession of HR, we often times focus on advising everyone else on how to best address their own performance and engagement needs before we apply the same to ourselves. I’m sure the same can happen as parents and team leaders! But with a strong desire for career advancement and growth, I needed to actively seek out a coach & advisor. I am so grateful that I was able to work with KJ. I strongly encourage others to consider working with a Performance Strategist like KJ - you’re investing in yourself and that’s invaluable!
Iris
Kj comes from a place of personal experience and a clear understanding of a creative. She has done the work and applied it to her multiple successes. She effortlessly unearths the conflict between your values as a creative and what you are putting out to the world of business. This is a key link between dreaming about doing something and actually doing it. Her easy going and down to earth way disarms any reluctance to work and dig deep. I found my work with Kj so valuable that I will continue to go back to the well for more incredible information and inspiration. I highly recommend working with Kj to get your ideas off the ground and to discover so many quality roads to choose from. She's truly amazing! Thank you Kj with all my heart!"
Sue
"Kj is one of the most passionate, kind, creative, and generous souls I've had the pleasure of knowing and working with. She's a powerhouse of insight, inspiration, wisdom, and tools for people in pursuit of their full creative expression in this life. She also has immense experience and expertise in a wide variety of areas. To know and collaborate with her is a true honor!"
Stefenie
"Being vulnerable, sharing my truth, and responding to the pull towards the calling into the unknown is the very edge of my life’s growth - and I desire growth. I had to push myself to that edge with KJ - knowing that when the leap happens, so does the magic. I’m hoping at least one person has found themselves at their life’s edges and decided to leap after our talk and begun their journey to healing. It was only through hearing others share, that I knew I for sure wasn’t going addiction, and unhealed trauma alone. It’s the highest act of self-care that I can think of, sharing our truth and vulnerability with others."
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Gregory
"I had the most wonderful experience participating in a panel discussion that Kj organized and moderated as part of her signature event series. The expert celebrity panel was thoughtfully curated and the conversation about ideals of success and satisfaction couldn’t have been more relevant. Equally as impressive was the eclectic crowd of artists and innovators in attendance, and the diversity of programming for the evening, which included live music, comedy, dance, ping pong, photo booth action, tasteful goodies and a TED-style talk from Kj. I just remember a packed house of charged up, curious, engaged and vibrant people - the positive energy was palpable. I have nothing but love, respect and admiration for Kj, and would highly recommend her for any job, role, project or gig that she’s up for."
Rebecca
"When I think of Kj and the work she does with her clients and groups, I get a picture in my mind of a celebration in the streets of some wonderful little town far away on the other side of the world with brightly colored street flare, locals singing and dancing. It’s a carnival and you are the guest of honor. Kj has this innate ability to focus on a goal/passion and see it through to fruition. That’s what makes her such an invaluable coach to her clients. She is a master mind at guiding people through the Science of Flow to not only get you on track to your highest potential, but her process shows you a new way of probing at the mental blocks that take you off the path. Kj is a ground breaking forward thinker with a real world strategy for success."
"Kj's work as a Creative’s Coach is up-leveling my business in indescribable ways! I am making major improvements in the way I think about and in turn run my business … I am learning to bring awareness to Fear, meet it with compassion, and watch it continue to melt away as I look at it in the eyes with love and courage. I recommend Kj Christensen for her Creative’s Coaching and her 40 Day Fear Fast. They are both amazing offerings and literally changing my perception and in turn changing my life."
Alice
EMily
As one of my most trusted partners in our work together, KJ keeps things down to earth. She is the ultimate cheerleader who brings an incredible eye for excellence in tow. As a writer, speaker, event/story producer, and client interface, I cannot say that I have worked with anyone like her, and I mean this in the best of ways. She lifts our work with her many talents, and she lifts everyone around her with amazing grace, perseverance, fortitude, and skill. We will be working together for many years to come, and I highly recommend her to anyone who needs a tremendous producer, writer, speaker, coach or consultant. She does it all, and she does it well.
The fellow Authors, Speakers, Podcasters, Athletes, Entertainers you follow or CEOs you respect — they all built from failures made, lessons learned, and the willingness to build and rebuild; focused MORE on the gains and LESS on the cost. They saw the big picture, thinking first about the legacies they would leave, and invested in themselves continually as lifelong student-teachers.
And when they felt lost, alone, behind? They didn't quit. They got help. To learn how to Pivot and Perform (no matter what) and reintroduce themselves with PR.
More than that? They understood "Proximity is Power" and they got around the right people, places, projects (at the right time) so they continually grew.
The moment they OWNED their OUTGROWN (rewriting their story and sharing it powerfully) they became (Re)Known for who they always really were.
That's when their next book, podcast, TEDx, offering, brand, company culture, reputation not only AMPLIFIED — but actually felt like them: ALIGNED.
If they can do it, WHY NOT YOU?
Ask yourself, "What would the person I intend to become ... do next?" Get help. Have a plan.
At a time when Attachment Theory, Red + Beige Flags, Narcissistic Abuse, Trauma Bonding, Toxic Bosses and Burnout Recovery are as commonplace conversation as the weather — it's not about if you've been hurt but how you'll heal. Breathwork, Meditation, Visioning, Cold Plunge, Soundbaths, Horse Therapy, Darkness Retreats, Microdosing, Plant Medicine, Real Food, CBT, Minimalism and Digital Detoxes are all practices to help you Shift your Identity and step into your Signature Story, powerfully. The key is not to get consumed or addicted to another rabbit hole of avoidance. INSTEAD to discern, mindfully and soberly, what's of best service to you now. For fellow survivors or anyone feeling an Identity or Midlife crisis, Sophomore Slump, meet the Practitioners and Practices that help me hold you. Get referrals.
Shift your Identity
Pivot plan
Everyone has a story to share. Sadly, too many die with their story still in them. If you've been told, "you should write a book" or "you'd be a great speaker" or "you need a Podcast" or "your life is a movie" or "you should consult" but you have no idea how to find which part of your story to tell or how to package your expertise - this is for you. If you HAVE a book but haven't known how to monetize it by landing (and giving) killer interviews, leveraging high-converting sales copy, creating engaging social captions, becoming your own best Publicist, getting booked solid for paid speaking gigs and Media appearances — this is for you. If you want to set the record straight. Give what you didn't have. Be the role model. It's not about the successes you've already had. It's about the successes you launch in others, today.
Inspire Others
Pivot plan
There's the front-of-house brand story. (The Celebrity or Thought Leader everyone thinks they know). And there's the story-behind-the-story. (The human just like us). As a retired actor turned photographer and semi-retired filmmaker, stories are my home (having worked with music icons like The Doors' Robby Krieger, Lukather of TOTO, John Legend, Common, KISS; along with TIME Magazine's "Kid of The Year" and Sir Ken Robinson from YouTube's viral short Caine's Arcade, or World Record athletes like Diana Nyad for Netflix's The Other Shore; starring Annette Bening and Jodie Foster in the bio pic NYAD — both nominated for Academy Awards). Look for upcoming docs on The Chumash Tribe and Audiovent's long awaited reunion. Public Figures ready to share a BTS "Day in the Life" doc or Brands wanting Product Activations or Authors wanting to option your Bestseller — get my Templates, Strategy + Rolodex.
Make the Documentary
Pivot plan
In the age of The Great Resignation and Quiet Quitting, you can't afford to lose Top Talent or risk the reputation management problem when High Performers leave for better opportunities with less burnout; better lifestyle. Nervous Systems are bombarded with endless To Do’s, nonstop notifications, siloed work and chronic news crisis. Focus is at an all time low. Cancer, Anxiety, Divorce, Depression, Addiction? An all time high. The community connection that used to keep your teams going; is gone. And Loneliness is an epidemic. Remote work isn't the problem. How you lead it, is. Modern CEOs and Founders get the value of quarterly Offsite Leadership Retreats, Executive Coaching & People-First wellbeing. Let's customize yours.
Change the Culture
Pivot plan
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Get your energy back to look and feel 10yrs younger.
Heal, Find, Tell and Share your story for Brand Copy, Podcasts, Books, Stage, Media, Social, TV/Film, PR.
Attract your ideal clients, sponsors, JVs, top recruits; working on projects that light you up and inspire others.
Build (or rebuild) a dream team who ensure you've got continued growth and free up your time to stay in your zone of genius as the CEO, Founder, Visionary, Face.
Create and sustain processes and systems for added efficiency, profitability, company culture and fun.
(Re)Brand yourself into Thought Leadership, as if it were already a 7 or 8 figure Personal Brand and reverse engineer.
Feel more balanced, rested and in alignment with who you are, what you want, why you started.
Have the self-confidence to say "No" with a period (guilt free) and "Yes" with a plan in place.
Strategize now:
The Pivot Plan
Event Planners, Startups, Colleges, Agencies, Producers: Email Kj's Talent Manager at Hello@KjChristensen.com with date + details and "GUEST Request" in subject line.
Frequently Asked Questions
The VIP Day experiences, along with Masterminds and Retreats, are high touch, high impact, and not for everyone. Invite Only for Clients ready for Pivot, Performance + PR Strategy. Book The Pivot Plan (first) and if you're the right fit - you'll be asked to apply.
Twice monthly, Kj opens up "The Pivot Plan" a Strategy Session with full Assessment, Recording, Pre+Post Workbooks + Office Hrs. Investment applied to "VIP Day" if Kj extends invite at the end of the session.
Email Kj's Talent Manager at Hello@KjChristensen.com with "Event Request" in the subject line, plus details.
Email "Event SPONSOR" to Kj's Talent Manager at hello@kjchristensen.com to create a customized, elite, brand activation, product placement, Influencer strategy.
Guests are Invite Only (Entertainers, Entrepreneurs, Executives, Elite Athletes, Achievers, Activists, Allies). VIP Day and Mastermind clients are often featured.
YES! Plus, win Surprises and Bonus Incentives for paying off your payment plan early. Save when you pay in full. Payments must be completed before program concludes or last content is delivered. Due to limited availability and intellectual property delivered, all payments are non-refundable, non-transferable, including deposits & holds.
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YES! In addition to being a Strategist and Growth Partner, Kj is a Certified Coach. Most "Coaches" are actually just really great Internet Marketers and Speakers. Kj's training is from an ICF accredited, yearlong, program with hundreds of hours of supervision and thousands of hours of research backed science. Her signature designed methodologies synthesize studies in: Mindfulness, Neuroscience, Positive + Organizational Psychology, DEI, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, DSM, Trauma Recovery, EQ, Flow, Physiology, Gut Health, Habits, Improv, Storytelling, Project Management, Producing, Directing, Marketing, Branding, Business. She also teaches from her real world experience working in Entertainment and Personal Professional Development for 20+ years; studying under the biggest names in both industries. In addition to helping clients breakthrough blocks brought on by nervous system triggers, Kj's consulting offers tactical strategy. Now in her second act, Kj inspires audiences to "answer the call" and embark on their own personal/professional QUEST.
“We know she’ll have our back. We know it’ll be fun. Kj's conscious of the world and the people around her. She's a natural speaker and listener. Approachable. That’s why I want to come to her events, watch her, or read what she writes.”
Sometimes you just got to #DanceOutDoubt. Download the official #MyOutgrown Anthem on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music. Choose your favorite 15-30sec and make a TikTok or IG Reel dancing, singing, exercising, hiking to it.
TAG @kj_christensen @myoutgrown and we'll share your post to Kj's Instagram Stories.
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