Julie Santiago Coaching | We Are The WomenReviews of juliesantiago.com

I came to We Are The Women at a time when I was deeply burned out in my career and still feeling raw from exhaustion and grief after losing my mother. I happened across one of Julie Santiago’s Instagram ads about “not quitting your job (yet),” and when she described the traits that can make women highly successful but can also become our foils (perfectionism, people pleasing, over-functioning…) I saw myself. I signed up for Awaken, but I was skeptical. VERY skeptical. Everyone promises a cure for what ails you, and I couldn’t believe this program could meaningfully change my life. I was also suspicious I might encounter the kind of “woo-woo” that usually sends me running in the opposite direction. But I decided to let go of being judgy and really engage with the work. And something changed. Awaken helped me recognize my own agency in the life I had created. With support, I made real changes that reduced my burnout and changed how I thought about work, boundaries, confidence, leadership, and myself. I continued into Rise because I wanted to keep that momentum and go deeper. The Rise retreat at Lost Pines was an incredible, energizing experience. It reminded me how life-giving it is to intentionally step away - and how profoundly important relationships among women can be. The women I’ve met through this community are some of the most courageous I’ve ever encountered: kind, fierce, loving, supportive, smart women. Julie and the We Are The Women coaches (Heather, Shana, Shayna) and staff are exceptional. They model an extraordinary kind of strength - the kind that comes from being deeply vulnerable and completely willing to show up as themselves. They are brave and open-hearted, fierce in their commitment to women’s growth, and continually invite us to go deeper - not by telling us who we should become, but by helping us discover more fully who we already are. I came into We Are The Women looking for relief from job burnout. What I found was the ability to re-open my soul to life, and in doing so become more of the woman, and more of the leader I always was but was afraid to be. Even better, I found a sisterhood of women whose presence and leadership make the world better. If you know you want more from your life than where you currently find yourself - and you’re willing to really engage with and trust the work - I wholeheartedly recommend We Are The Women.

I have worked with Julie Santiago and her team at We Are The Women over the course of several years. It has been life-changing. We Are The Women provides an incredibly supportive environment, in which I’ve made some of the most important career decisions of my life. I felt held every step of the way. Julie’s teachings also helped me reconnect with parts of myself that have been neglected and unseen for a long time. This work has deepened my relationship with myself and, in turn, with my family, friends and colleagues. And I found a community of like-minded women along the way!

My work with WATW has opened my mind, opened my heart, opened my life. Upon starting Awaken 9 months ago, the words "I am so tired" repeatedly fell out of my mouth without me even realizing it. Now, I listen to what my body is telling me, treat myself with care, take space when I need it, and keep realizing a better version of my life than I could have dared to dream. My 12 weeks in Awaken and 4 months in Rise have shown me that WATW is like magic based on science and rooted in love. Five stars is just not enough to capture the healing and growth I've experienced. And I know wonderful things are on the horizon!

The programs I have taken with We Are The Women have been more impactful than I would have dreamed. I have really appreciated all of the learnings and tools I have gained through Awaken, and have just started Rise. There are a few frustrating things that I wish I would have known going into it. The first is how inflexible the program is for busy schedules. It can be very challenging to fit in the coaching sessions, and I don't feel that I get the full value of the program because I am unable to attend many of the daytime calls. If you have a demanding day job, as do many women pursuing this type of work, you will likely find it very challenging to actually make it to the calls and meetings. I have voiced this frustration many times, but ultimately they take the attitude that "if it's important, you will learn how to make space in your life". So it really all falls on you to carve out the time during the workday, otherwise too bad so sad. Additionally, the video content simply will not play unless you're on a Wi-Fi connection. On my initial call, they painted a rosy picture of being able to do these courses in the park, on a walk, while enjoying life outside. Unfortunately, that is simply impossible when the content DOES NOT FUNCTION over cellular data. I really wish they would optimize the video content / app to make that possible. Especially when so many of us have so little time for ourselves, it would be wonderful to enjoy a walk or sit in the park and not have to hole up in my home office for several hours doing the content. Despite these gripes, I do find the program very valuable and I'm grateful for it in my life. Hopefully the folks running the program can take my feedback to make it even better and easier to integrate into our lives.

I originally came across Julie through social media, and I immediately felt a connection to her message. I decided to take part in the 12-week AWAKEN program, and the experience had such a positive impact on me so quickly that I knew I wanted to continue into the year-long RISE program. My life has changed significantly in such a positive way over the past 10 months, and I truly believe this work has played a keystone role in that. One of the biggest differences for me has been the accountability that comes with the coaching. It’s one thing to learn something that inspires you in the moment... But it’s another to have the support and accountability to actually stay consistent, apply what you’re learning, and keep moving upward. One of the things I appreciate most is the way Julie structures and teaches her frameworks. There is a clear intention behind the order of the material, and the concepts are memorable and practical. I find myself recalling the frameworks in real-life situations, conversations and being able to take action on what I’m learning right away. My experience with my personal coach, Coach Shayna, has also been excellent. Having that individual support alongside the larger program has helped me stay accountable and apply the work to what is actually happening in my own life. The group coaching calls have been another highlight. There is such a positive sense of community and a shared connection among the people who found their way to Julie’s work. I’ve been genuinely WOW’d by Coach Heather and by Julie herself on these calls. Their ability to listen, quickly identify what may be holding someone back, pivot in the moment depending on the 'vibe' of those on the call, and offer timely coaching and perspective is incredibly valuable. I will be forever grateful to Julie and We Are The Women!

The program and people at We Are The Women are amazing. They have guided me thru a big transition in my life that I wasn’t even aware was happening. I am strong, aware and living my life in the fullest due to the awareness this program has lead me. Can’t say enough good things about Julie and her team.

Joining WATW changed the course of my life for the better. It opened my eyes to see a completely different way of living. Julie is an incredible teacher and meets you where you are in your journey. Every encounter I've had with her has brought me more clarity in how I want to live my life. She addresses questions in a kind, clear, direct and practical way that you can take what you hear and apply it directly into your own life.

I have been thoroughly impressed with both the Awake and Rise programs. The variety of ways to interact and learn make it accessible for individuals with different personalities and learning styles. It’s not a one-size-fits-all approach and I appreciate how Julie and the coaches help you go through your own journey at your own pace to transform your life into what you want. Highly recommend!