Meet the Mama Behind the Magic: Coach, Entrepreneur, Swim Pro & All-Around Life Enthusiast

Barbara Maisonet - Life and Business Coach

Hey there! I’m a single mama living the dream (and the chaos) in sunny San Diego—raising my incredible son while running two businesses that light me up: a Life & Business Coaching practice and a Private Swim Instruction company.

I’m not new to this game—far from it. I’ve been coaching for over 17 years and am proud to say I’ve graduated from not one, but two coach training programs. The first was back when no one even knew what a life coach was. These days? It feels like everyone’s got a coach, but back then, I was a pioneer in the space, carving out a path where none existed. My most recent training wrapped in 2023, and it reignited my fire in a big way.

I’m an Ontological Coach at heart, which is just a fancy way of saying I focus on who you’re being—your beliefs, blueprints, and unconscious habits—and how all of that either propels you toward or pulls you away from your vision for the life you truly want.

Who I Work With

I wear a few different hats when it comes to coaching:

• Business Owners: I specialize in supporting small to medium-sized business owners who have made it through the tough early years and are ready to level up. Think: adding systems and structure, learning to delegate, hiring intentionally, and scaling without burnout.

• Growth-Ready Individuals: I also work closely with people who are ready (and brave enough) to dive deep into personal growth. If you’re willing to ask yourself the big questions—and take aligned action—you’ll thrive with this work.

What Makes Me Different

My superpower? Asking the kinds of questions that make you stop mid-sentence, reflect deeply, and come back with an answer that changes everything. It’s what allows my clients to unlock new clarity and accelerate toward their goals with purpose and direction.

If you’re just getting started, I’ve got a few powerful options on my website—whether it’s an online micro-course, a curated bundle, or a one-time coaching session that’s tailor-made to help you take that bold first step.

A Little More About Me

When I’m not deep in coaching calls or teaching swim lessons, you’ll likely find me:

• Getting completely obsessed with 1,000-piece puzzles

• Exploring new foodie spots and speakeasies

• “Hiking” (aka leisurely strolling down a scenic, flat trail)

• Traveling—favorites so far include Costa Rica, Scotland, and yes, Mt. Rushmore!

Oh—and because life is all about the stories, here are two fun ones:

• I once won TWO cars and a trip to Ireland on The Price is Right… just nine days after buying a car. (Timing is everything!)

• I’ve auditioned for The Amazing Race twice, including one time when I slept in the parking lot to be #9 in line. Still waiting on that call back, but my son and I have big dreams of racing together someday.

Thanks for stopping by my little corner of the internet. Whether you’re here to work together or just curious about the journey, I’m glad you’re here.