MEET THE BRAINS BEHIND SECOND BRAIN
We’re Ana and Katie - the brains behind Second Brain.
We have a shared love of creating order out of chaos and for making sure that what we do makes a difference to people.
We love organising information, uncovering patterns and using that knowledge to improve things — for ourselves and for others.
We are each other’s second brain— we help one another think more clearly, work more efficiently, and bring ideas to life and we’d like to do that for you too.
MEET ANA
I am always asking questions and looking for ways to make things work better for the people who need them most. I love learning about what other people care about and helping them bring their ideas to life in a thoughtful and structured way. It’s why I enjoy this work so much.
With master’s degrees in Economics and Behavioural Science, I understand what can keep us stuck, trip us up or stop us from getting started in the first place. I’ve spent years exploring the science of decision-making and behaviour change and putting it into practice on projects of all sizes to help people make the difference they care about.
Having experienced first-hand the power of a second brain — of having someone ask you the right questions and giving you the time and space to unlock the answers you already hold — I knew I wanted to create that space for others.
MEET KATIE
I have over 20 years experience in media, communications and marketing, including 10 years working for the BBC. I’ve spent much of that time working in B2B marketing, learning firsthand how businesses operate and what it really takes to succeed.
I love creating things and turning ideas into something real. I’m also very curious (which is a polite way of saying I’m nosy) - endlessly fascinated by other people and their experiences, so Second Brain sessions are something I find deeply rewarding.
I have always been drawn to storytelling - it connects us to others and to ourselves. Telling our stories in our own words brings clarity about who we are and why we do what we do. With that comes the confidence to be ourselves and do things our way. Supporting people in this work is a joy and a privilege.
Alongside my coaching practice, I'm training as a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist — giving me a deep grounding in human behaviour, motivation, and the unconscious patterns that shape how we think and act.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
We are CURIOUS
We are genuinely interested in learning about you and your business and we value what you have to share. We love to think deeply, learn constantly, and apply new knowledge in meaningful ways.
WE ARE COMPASSIONATE
We see you as a valuable human being and help you see yourself through our eyes—without the negative noise that often clouds self-perception. We recognise your skills, experience, and the unique value you bring.
WE ARE REFLECTIVE
We listen actively, making sure you feel seen and understood. We help you recognise your strengths, reflect your insights back to you, and help you gain clarity about yourself and your business.
OUR APPROACH
When you work with Second Brain, you’ll experience a thoughtful, human-centred approach that meets you where you are.
From our first friendly intro call to Big Picture Sessions and ongoing support, we help you gain clarity, explore new ideas, build confidence, and create a strategy that feels uniquely yours—so you can move your business forward with purpose and ease.
You can read more about our approach and what to expect when you work with us here.