The course

Lead by Design

See how you’re naturally wired to lead — and learn to trust the path that’s been yours all along.

Ten weeks 2026 cohort $2,800

Ready to answer the whisper?

Are you second-guessing yourself?

Maybe you know a little about Human Design but haven’t considered how it could change the way you lead your life. People see you as a leader at work, but deep down something is missing — a spark you set aside when life got busy. Your children are grown, your career is established, and now that whisper is getting louder.

You doubt yourself. You’ve mastered solving real-world problems, but somewhere along the way you lost touch with what you truly want. Your dreams feel buried — even thinking about them feels overwhelming. Part of you is terrified of losing control of your life as you know it. Another part is more afraid of looking back one day with regret.

You’re wondering if it’s too late. It’s not.

Ten lanterns drifting in a line across still water at dawn

How the journey unfolds

A ten-week journey into your Human Design.

See your gifts clearly, explore what’s possible, and step onto a path that feels like yours.

Find clarity in who you are. See your true leadership style and understand why you’ve been fighting your own design — your strengths, energy patterns, and decision-making.

Define where you want to go. Set your course toward a future that excites you, and explore how external forces can support or slow your progress.

Take action with expert guidance. Navigate obstacles, shift limiting beliefs, and embody the leader who moves with ease.

What you’ll get

Ten modules, built to compound.

Each one builds on the last, taking you from self-discovery to confident action.

Personal Human Design Session

Your journey begins with a 75-minute private session with Kristin, where you’ll uncover your unique strengths, decision-making style, and communication patterns. This personalized session will help you define your purpose for the course and give you practical strategies to navigate life and leadership with greater ease.

Orienting Yourself to the Journey

Think of this as the overture to your adventure — an overview of the full course that sets the tone for what’s ahead. Engaging with the group will deepen your insights into why you’re here. You’ll also begin working with the Human Design essential oils from your welcome kit — powerful allies that work on a subconscious level to gently align you with your design.

Aligning With Your Human Design

Get clear on your Type, Strategy, and Authority — the foundation of how you are designed to move through life. You’ll also explore how different designs interact, helping you improve communication and collaboration with others. Finally, you’ll put this knowledge into action by practicing decision-making strategies that align with your unique design.

The World Design

The world isn’t just a backdrop — it’s an active force influencing every step of your journey. It can either clear your path or make every move feel like an uphill climb. In this module, you’ll uncover its hidden role in your life and learn how to align with the World Design so it propels you forward instead of holding you back.

Claim Your Goal

Before you can reach a goal, you have to uncover the right one. This module helps you clarify what you truly desire and recognize the unseen forces that try to pull you back into old patterns. Why do self-sabotaging habits resurface? How can you step into new territory without bringing old baggage? You’ll get the answers — and the tools to stay on track.

Learning the Rules of the Road

Every journey has obstacles — but they don’t have to slow you down. Here, you’ll learn to spot common pitfalls before they happen and discover powerful strategies to get back on track quickly. This module also introduces advanced techniques for moving toward your goal with greater efficiency and ease.

From Insight to Action

Now that you have the foundation, it’s time to put it to work. You’ll deepen your visualization practice, sharpen your attention, and learn to stay present — even when old patterns try to pull you back. This module bridges the gap between understanding your design and living it.

Releasing Limitations Through Your Openness and Definition

Your open Centers are where external influences and conditioning more easily take root. This module teaches you how to identify and release limiting beliefs that aren’t truly yours. By working with your design, you’ll break free from self-sabotage and step into greater clarity, confidence, and personal power.

Claiming Your Sovereignty as a Leader

True leadership starts with mastering your reality. Here, you’ll learn about the two main levers that shape your experience and how to use them to your advantage. You’ll also write a new story for yourself, rooted in the themes of your Human Design chart — creating a powerful, personal roadmap for your continued growth.

Your Second Personal Human Design Session

In this one-on-one session with Kristin, you’ll integrate everything you’ve learned into a personal action plan. Together, you’ll create a roadmap for continuing your journey with clarity, confidence, and connection to your true design.

“Before taking Kristin’s Lead by Design course, I was feeling stuck and in self-doubt. My weeks spent with this course were impactful and timely for exploring new ways of understanding myself and those around me. I realized I had held onto a career and volunteer work that I had outgrown because they felt safe, even though my heart had moved on to new passions.”

Chris Garbacz Lead by Design graduate

Does this sound like you?

You know you’re a good leader.
And still something feels off.

You’ve got the track record, the respect, and the experience to prove it. But instead of leading with full confidence, you’re second-guessing decisions, comparing yourself to others, and wondering if you’re making the impact you’re capable of. It’s not about lacking skills — it’s about finding your way of leading.

This program is for you if…

  1. You’re in a transition and looking for clarity on your next steps.

  2. You’re ready to break free from old stories of limitation and stress.

    Embracing an approach that brings more ease and joy.

  3. You’re ready to stop borrowing other people’s playbooks.

    And start trusting your own.

This program is not for you if…

  1. You’re looking for a quick fix.

    Rather than a journey of deep self-discovery and growth.

  2. You’re unwilling to release familiar patterns.

    To let go of control and embrace the unknown.

  3. You prefer to keep your dreams safely tucked away.

    Rather than bring them to life.

Lead by Design · 2026 cohort

What’s included

A ten-module live online course combining one-on-one sessions with Kristin and small group meetings for personalized support and deep transformation.

  • Personal Human Design Session

    An opening one-on-one session to understand your design in the context of your specific goals.

  • Integration & Action Plan Session

    A closing one-on-one session to build your detailed plan for sustainable implementation.

  • Immersive Group Experience

    Seven weekly facilitated sessions where theory becomes embodied understanding through collective wisdom.

  • Human Design Essential Oils

    Personalized for your Type, Strategy, and Authority to support unconscious integration.

  • Lifetime Access

    Ongoing availability to all training videos, session recordings, and course materials.

  • Dedicated Community Space

    A forum for extended support, connection, and guidance beyond the live sessions.

  • Direct Line Support

    Priority access to answers and guidance throughout your journey.

Payment options

Choose the option that works for you.

Either way, you get the full Lead by Design experience.

Pay in full

$2,800

One payment. The full cohort experience.

3-payment plan

$3,000

$800 deposit, $1,100 due in 30 days, $1,100 due in 60 days.

Kristin Panek before a dawn lake, a flower-of-life pattern glowing softly behind her

Why I teach this

I built the course I needed.

During my 20-year career at Ameritech, “impossible” projects kept landing on my desk, and I always found unexpected solutions. Despite my success, something was off. Then, on the night of my 40th birthday, lightning struck our home — for real — and my transformation began.

I took a leap of faith out of a General Manager position and into personal growth. I launched Flowering Heart Center, a spiritual sanctuary and meditation center. My deep dive into mystery schools in Australia and India allowed me to build spiritual communities and guide others through their own thresholds.

Discovering Human Design was the pivotal moment — the missing piece in working with clients, and the answer to why I had to leave my corporate job.

My Human Design built me to guide people toward their biggest dreams. That’s what this course is for.

Frequently asked questions

How is this different from other leadership programs?

Lead by Design is rooted in Human Design, helping you align with your natural strengths rather than forcing yourself into a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s a live, interactive experience with both one-on-one sessions and small group meetings, so the guidance is tailored to your journey in real time.

I’m new to Human Design. Will this still work for me?

Yes. No prior knowledge is required. The course guides you step by step, so you understand and apply the principles in a way that feels natural.

How much time do I need each week?

About 100 minutes in live sessions, plus time for personal integration through journaling, guided meditations, reading, and awareness practices. You’ll also connect with a classmate for reflection. It’s designed to fit into your life, not take it over.

What if I can’t make a live session?

All group sessions are recorded, so you’ll have the replay. The real magic happens live, where you can ask questions and engage with the group. One-on-one sessions are scheduled at a time that works for you.

How do the one-on-one sessions work?

You receive two private sessions with Kristin — one at the start and one at the end — designed to give you personalized guidance, clarity, and a plan to keep moving forward.

What if I’m unsure whether this is right for me?

Book a clarity call. There’s no pressure — just a chance to explore whether Lead by Design fits your current path and goals.

Testimonials

Real clarity. Real movement.

Clients describe feeling seen, grounded, and able to lead from what is already true.

“Kristin has created an amazing heartfelt and compassionate style of sharing the tools and teachings for true transformation. She holds her students in a safe and loving container to empower their own innate wisdom — going deeper so that the Authentic Self can shine.”

Laura Jane Mellencamp Murphy Founder & Director, Yoga Among Friends

“Prior to our session, I had some insecurities with restarting my vocal coaching business. Learning about my ‘MG type’ confirmed my inner knowing that I can build and create a successful business, and it propelled me forward.”

Typhanie Monique Jazz vocalist, performer and educator

Ready to join?

If you’re curious about this program but have questions — about the content, the time commitment, or whether it’s the right fit — let’s talk. No pressure, just clarity.

Book a Clarity Call

30 minutes · on Zoom · no cost