Beyond Potential - by Kate Kayaian (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A Transformational Guide for Creatives

Designed for successful, mid-career artists, musicians, and creatives asking, "Is this all there is?" For anyone who has spent their life following ambitious dreams but now longs for something more, this book offers a path to reconnect with the truest version of yourself.

Through exercises, thought-provoking insights, and self-reflection, you'll explore what truly matters, unearth a new sense of purpose, and move beyond the limiting definitions of success that may no longer serve you. Imagine meeting the ideal version of yourself-the person who lived your truest life.

Beyond Potential helps you bridge the gap between your current reality and that extraordinary, authentic self, guiding you to live a life of fulfillment and meaningful achievement. Embrace the journey toward the creative life you were meant to live.

Review Quotes

"Beyond Potential is a breath of fresh air for the accomplished but exhausted creative. Kate's approach to career reinvention is rooted in both compassion and a deep understanding of the artistic journey."

-Miriam Landis, dancer, and author of Girl on Pointe, and Lauren in the Limelight

"As an artist, it's easy to get lost in the pursuit of success. Beyond Potential reminds us to pause, assess, and build a career that aligns with our values and passions."

-Jennet Ingle, oboeist, and author of The Happiest Musician

"An invaluable resource for mid-career creatives. Kate has a gift for distilling complex emotions into actionable advice, perfect for anyone who feels caught between career pressures and personal aspirations."

-Renée-Paule Gauthier, violinist, and host of the Mind Over Finger podcast

"Kate brings wisdom and empathy to the unique challenges artists face today. This book offers a roadmap for rediscovering joy and purpose in both career and life."

-Jennifer Rosenfeld, broadway composer, and author of Awakening Your Business Brain: An iCadenza Guide to Launching Your Music Career

"With Beyond Potential, Kate Kayaian has taken her lived experience as a professional creative, distilled it into potent wisdom, woven it with relatable stories, and translated it into exercises and action steps that will allow your 'present self' to transform into your 'ideal self'. A powerful book for mid-career artists seeking a fresh, focused perspective and a clear path forward."

-Susan Blackwell, Broadway Actress, Writer, Director, and host of The Spark File Podcast