Prepare upfront
How you go about approaching your divorce is critical, because it can ultimately dictate how civil, expensive, and lengthy the process will be. For this reason, it's important to educate and prepare yourself so you know how best to broach this immensely difficult conversation with your spouse.
Learn strategies for having an effective conversation that will help you to constructively shape your divorce process.
About the Author
Kim West (JD/MBA) is a writer, speaker, consultant, Certified Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS), and the founder of Navigating the Knot, LLC - a resource providing clients nationwide with clarity and guidance on either end of marriage, from what to know before tying the knot to support surrounding the divorce process.
While going through a painful divorce in her 20s, despite coming from a legal background, Kim found herself blindsided by the process. She discovered firsthand how little we are taught about marriage and its legal implications upfront and additionally felt there was insufficient support for those navigating divorce. After years of working in both legal and business roles for companies like Fitbit and Zayo Group, Kim took the leap in 2017 and founded her company, Navigating the Knot, with the mission of educating & empowering others with respect to marriage and divorce.
Kim offers one-on-one coaching and consulting services nationwide in addition to providing online courses and content. When she isn't assisting clients, Kim enjoys rock climbing, running, hiking, and snowboarding. She loves to travel, practice French, and spend time with her family & friends.