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The Masterful Coach174. Create a Plan of Action for Your Clients That Actually WorksWhen someone has a plan of action behind a goal or a desired outcome, they are more likely to achieve it. One of the things we want most for our clients is to be able to help them accomplish the change they seek through coaching, but creating a plan of action that actually works comes with challenges.In this episode, you'll develop a deeper understanding of why a plan of action is so important and what it means for your business now and long term. We will go through the elements of an effective plan an effective...2025-02-0524 min
The Masterful Coach167. The Happy Mom Mindset with Molly Claire on The Calm Mom Podcast with Michelle GrosserWhat does it mean to you to be a “happy mom”? What about a confident mom? A consistent mom?If you are struggling with worth or direction as a mom who is doing all the things, you don’t want to miss this episode.Michelle GrosserMichelle is a pastor, Master Life Coach, wife and mama, nervous system nerd, podcaster, attorney and deep believer in curiosity and self compassion.Michelle's WebsiteListen to the Original Episode HereConnect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComM...2024-12-0441 min
The Masterful Coach166. Building a 7-Figure Business with ADHD- Molly Claire on ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy OtsukaIn a recent episode of 'ADHD for Smart Ass Women,' I had the incredible opportunity to chat with host Tracy Otsuka about my journey of growing up with diagnosed ADHD and how that has shaped my life and my business. We dove into how my diagnosis at a younger age helped me understand myself better, how keeping a persistent mindset has helped me overcome many new challenges in my life, and how these obstacles have turned into stepping stones throughout my business and other areas of my life. Please don't let your current obstacles hold you back; you...2024-11-2042 min
The Masterful Coach165. [Bonus Episode] Dear Coach who wants to quitAs I’ve been taking applications for Master Coach Training, I’ve been hearing from more than a few coaches (many of whom I love and adore), who are questioning their coaching path (and whether or not to continue. I’ve experienced much of what you have, more times than you might believe and I’ve got a message for you.Dear Coach who wants to quit,I understand how you feel.Disheartened, discouraged, tired, maybe you’re just ready for a little reprieve.I’ve been hearing from so many of you telli...2024-11-1810 min
The Masterful Coach161. Strategies to Improve Your Coaching: A Master Coach Journey with Jackie SwainsonOn this week's episode of The Masterful Coach, Molly Claire interviews one of her Master Coach Trainees, Jackie Swainson, about her coaching experience before, during and after her time in Master Coach Training.What compelled you to want to be a part of Master Coach Training and expand your training and knowledge?The previous trainings I had been in seemed like they were only touching the surface; you could tell there was more. I didn't really have the depth I wanted to go or help clients go to. I could feel in my body that...2024-11-0640 minThe Masterful CoachWhat female biz owners need: The "care gap" solution with Sarah WaltonWelcome to the latest episode of "The Masterful Coach" podcast, where Molly Claire, an experienced life coach, delves into key insights to help female coaches enhance their coaching prowess and create a thriving coaching business. In this episode, Molly and her guest, Sarah Walton, explore the concept of over-functioning and codependence among women, discussing societal expectations, the invisible emotional load carried by women, and the need for recognition and support. Stay tuned to gain valuable perspectives on how to navigate these challenges and uplift women in coaching and beyond.For the full show notes, go to: https...2024-05-2936 minThe Masterful CoachWhat it takes to succeed as a coach: 3 Tips and a Conversation with Molly Claire and Heidi AllsopWelcome back to another episode of The Masterful Coach. In today's episode, Molly Claire and Heidi Allsop take listeners on an inspiring journey. Heidi, a dynamic coach and mother of five, shares her story of transformation—initially feeling overwhelmed by coaching but ultimately realizing its immense value in enhancing her life and family relationships.Together, they dive into the powerful mindset shifts that align your business with your ideal life, ensuring that work fuels joy and fulfillment rather than detracts from it. They explore the importance of self-confidence, the influence of mentors, and practical tips for building a...2024-05-2236 minThe Masterful CoachNavigating the Double-Edged Sword: Using Mindset Work Wisely with Molly and Leah DavidsonOn this episode of The Masterful Coach, Molly Claire shares a discussion she recently had with Leah Davidson on Leah’s podcast, Building Resilience. Today, they will explore how thoughtwork can sometimes lead to self-blame and over-functioning within relationships, the dangers of dismissing genuine issues under the guise of mindset shifting, and the importance of processing emotions rather than suppressing them. Leah will also share insights on the relationship between our thoughts, our nervous system, and our overall emotional health. So, whether you're a life coach looking to refine your practice or simply curious about the thought pa...2024-05-1546 minThe Masterful CoachSupportive Strategies for Overwhelmed Moms: Insights from Jenny Percy and Meg KuhnleWelcome to another episode of The Masterful Coach, where we dive deep into the transformative world of coaching. Today, Molly Claire, is joined by two incredible guests, Jenny Percy and Meg Kuhnle, who specialize in supporting overwhelmed mothers through unique coaching techniques. In this episode, we explore the extensive impact of emotional resilience, self-care, and coaching on both personal and professional levels. Jenny discusses the psychological benefits of decluttering and its crucial role in emotional regulation, while Meg shares her insights on working with special needs families and the importance of understanding individual family dynamics. ...2024-05-0839 minThe Masterful CoachBreaking Free from People Pleasing to Empower Your Life and Coaching Practice with Hailey MageeWelcome to another enlightening episode of "The Masterful Coach," where we delve into the intricacies of breaking free from people-pleasing habits and mastering self-advocacy. Today, host Molly Claire is thrilled to welcome Hailey Magee, a coach who has dedicated her career to helping individuals escape the trap of people-pleasing and confidently express their personal boundaries. In this episode, Hailey shares her expertise on distinguishing kindness from people-pleasing, the subtle dynamics of influence versus control in relationships, and the critical differences between making requests and setting boundaries. Whether you're a coach aiming to enhance your toolkit...2024-05-0129 minThe Masterful CoachBlending Early Education and Expert Coaching with Tammie WilliamsIn today's episode, host Molly Claire introduces her audience to Tammie Williams, a woman whose resilience and unwavering determination serves as inspiration for coaches everywhere. Through the challenges of single motherhood and the pursuit of six degrees, Williams built a preschool from the ground up, overcame the complexities of running a burgeoning business, and expanded to a second site due to popular demand.Molly talks with Tammie to dissect the critical relationship between exceptional service, continuous education, and adapting to industry changes—key elements that are as indispensable in coaching as they are in any professional field. Th...2024-04-2437 minThe Masterful CoachWhen your client is stuck: Breathwork: An Interview with Elisa FucciIn this episode of The Masterful Coach, host Molly Claire interviews Elisa Fucci, a relationship life coach and breathwork facilitator. They discuss the power and impact of breathwork in coaching, sharing personal experiences and success stories from their clients. Molly emphasizes the importance of expanding coaching skills and understanding different points of entry for clients. Elisa details her breathwork approach and how it targets emotional and physical healing. She also highlights the transformative power of breathwork and invites listeners to connect with her. This episode offers valuable insights for coaches looking to master their coaching...2024-03-2728 minThe Masterful CoachCoaching Skill Mastery: 5 Big Coaching Mistakes - Re-broadcastWelcome to the Masterful Coach podcast with Molly Claire. In this episode, Molly focuses on coaching skill mastery and highlights five common coaching mistakes that can hinder effective coaching. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the client's nervous system responses, providing a neutral but caring space for clients, allowing space for emotions before offering new perspectives, prioritizing the client's needs over coaching tools, and clearly defining the coach-client relationship. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and strategies for mastering coaching skills and providing exceptional service to clients.For the full show notes...2024-02-2820 minThe Masterful CoachThe Art of Listening Well: An Interview with Katie PulsiferThe power of listening starts with listening to ourselves. When we can see what is going on for us, we can better see what is going on with others. But it can be very challenging, especially as coaches, to listen to ourselves and not automatically think we need to change or fix ourselves or that we’re doing everything wrong.To discuss the art of listening well, I invited Katie Pulsifer, Master Certified & Deep Dive Life Coach. Katie shared how connecting with ourselves well enables us to help our clients connect with themselves well, and how that ca...2023-12-2049 minThe Masterful CoachThe Limitless Power of Women: Lindsay Poelman Interviews Molly ClaireWomen need and employ a lot of resilience. There is truly a limitless power of women that exists in the world. But despite these truths, we can still struggle to feel deserving of money, deserving of success, deserving of getting what we want out of life. In this shared episode, I’m honored to be the one interviewed. Lindsay Poelman invited me on her podcast, Become A Trauma Informed Coach, to talk about my experiences, about changing our ingrained beliefs as women, and so much more. As always, I found my time with Lindsay extremely encouraging, and ho...2023-11-1537 minThe Masterful CoachUse Safety to Move You Past Fear and Build Your BusinessIt’s both ironic and fascinating how we tend to avoid things we know we ought to do, and yet we don’t. But we’re complex beings. Just telling ourselves to move past the fear to move forward in our businesses often isn’t the answer. Whether it’s things you really need to do, or things you only think you need to do, the reluctance is real. But by broadening our perspectives on internal fear and seeking safety, we can help alleviate some of them. After all, it’s not always as straightforward as knowing specific ste...2023-11-0824 minThe Masterful CoachYour Clients and Grief: An Interview with Krista St-Germain, Sharon Wirant, and Mikki GardnerWhen it comes to grief in coaching, it can crop up unexpectedly and in various ways. And grief is not limited to only loss through death. People grieve varying types of loss so being prepared to help your clients recognize and work through this painful and sensitive reality is a very valuable skill set. To be ready for your clients and grief, I’ve invited Krista St-Germain, Sharon Wirant, and Mikki Gardner to work and talk with you. Each of them joined me for not only this episode of The Masterful Coach but Master Coach Training 2024 as we...2023-11-0150 minThe Masterful CoachWhat is Holistic Master Coach Training?When we, as coaches, are supported personally and in our businesses, we are better equipped to support others. This is key to holistic coaching. But how does one get to the place of whole-self support so they can effectively offer it to others? To address this, I’ve created my new Master Coach Training. In it, I go in depth into holistic master coach training and how you can build a business that offers this transformational work both to your clients and to yourself. It is my desire to not only help you increase your skill sets bu...2023-10-2520 minThe Masterful CoachHolistic Approach to Coaching: An Interview with Leah Davidson, Lindsay Poelman, and Melanie FayHolistic approaches to coaching are becoming more and more mainstream because of how effective they are. When we, as coaches, have a higher level view of how everything in the human mind and body is connected, we can bring a higher level of care to our clients. We can serve and help them more fully, in addition to our speciality or main coaching focus. That’s why I’m bringing together coaches like Leah Davidson, Lindsay Poelman and Melanie Fay for my brand new Masterful Coach Training Advanced Training, which begins in 2024. And for this episode, we’ve com...2023-10-181h 02The Masterful CoachYou are a Gift: A Message from MollySpeaking publicly about some of my personal experiences has been something I’ve not done very much. But I wanted to open up a bit more and share. You’ll hear me get emotional in this episode because I am extremely grateful for all the help and expertise I’ve gotten along my journey. I also wanted to give an introduction to help frame why I’m bringing together several topics and experts in the coming weeks. These are ones that have personally helped me and are the driving force behind the comprehensive Master Coach Training I’ll be offe...2023-10-1116 minThe Masterful CoachEthics, Education, and Reality Checks: What's missing from the coaching industryA hot topic right now in coaching is ethics and education. People have questions about practices and whether or not certain practices might be doing more harm than good. And I believe that, as coaches, we should be embracing these questions rather than shying away or being intimidated by them. How can all these questions be a good thing? First of all, it gives us the opportunity to discuss trauma, the nervous system, changes in the industry over time, and the positive outcomes countless people have experienced. Secondly, it gives us the opportunity to make strides in...2023-10-0419 minThe Masterful CoachThe Power of a Coaching Program | RebroadcastAs a coach, you’re dedicated to helping change lives. But without people understanding what you can do, they don’t won’t sign up with you. To get yeses, you need to be able to confidently convey what you can deliver. Unfortunately, you can’t effectively do that without first having a clear, well-organized program. To craft a program that will both deliver results and easily sell, you might desire some guidance. That’s why I created my Create A Killer Program For Your Clients program. And to help you get an idea of what you can expect...2023-09-2020 minThe Masterful CoachLearn and Do Method for Ease in Your BusinessLove the idea of accomplishing more, with less strain and less hustle? If so, you’re in the right place. It may seem impossible but I promise, it’s totally doable. You have what it takes. You might just need a bit of guidance, a few pointers and some empowering encouragement. I made changes in my business that resulted in higher success with lower stress. And I very much want that for you as well. That’s why I’ve worked diligently to put together the learn and do method for ease in your business. I hope it helps...2023-09-1319 minThe Masterful CoachClear Copy That Converts: An Interview with Kris JonesFormulating the perfect sales page or website copy that motivates and inspires people to become your client can be a struggle. Especially if you’re not exactly sure how to word clear copy that converts or if you’ve tried various iterations and haven’t enjoyed much success. Since this is a common struggle for entrepreneurs, I chatted with Kris Jones, StoryBrand guide and Founder of Red Door Designs. In our interview, Kris explained the power of story and why it’s universally compelling. We also discussed why it’s not your story and Kris shared three steps to g...2023-08-2333 minThe Masterful CoachThe Power of an Effective Coaching ProgramYou’re in the business of helping people and changing lives. But you can’t help anyone if they don’t know what you can do for them, so you need clarity in what you’ll deliver. But before you can have clarity in what you’ll deliver and the results clients can expect, you need to have a well-organized program. After all, if your program isn’t organized in a way that is effective, none of it is any good. That’s why in this Business Foundations additional episode, I address the power of an effective coaching progr...2023-07-2619 minThe Masterful CoachThe Sabbatical Method: An interview with Alyson CaffreyAs entrepreneurs, it can be quite difficult for us to take the right kind of rest. Countless things vie for our time and attention. And even when we do manage some downtime, we can be plagued by feelings of guilt, restlessness or even fear. But what if taking the right kind of rest could actually increase your productivity, creativity and ability to problem solve? With these questions in mind, I interviewed Alyson Caffrey, a small business Operations Strategist, the Bestselling Author of The Sabbatical Method, and the founder of Operations Agency. First, Alyson and I discussed how wo...2023-07-1934 minThe Masterful CoachSee and Solve your Biz Problem: An Interview with Justine McDonaldFinding the main bottleneck, road block or slow down in your business can sometimes be difficult. You may feel like numerous things are going wrong. And when it feels all-encompassing, you may find yourself paralyzed by inaction or frantically trying numerous solutions. But what if you could unravel things, pinpoint and deal with your main issue? What might change for you? What might that unlock for moving your business forward? To talk about how to see and solve your biz problem, I chatted with Justine McDonald, founder of Goal Chasers, speaker, and author of the Mama's Got...2023-06-0733 minThe Masterful CoachQ&A with Molly Masterful Coach FoundationsAs things in the world around us and in our lives seem to be moving faster and faster, it can be difficult to know what to focus on. What are the most important steps for building our businesses? What are the foundations we should create or improve? These are the questions I’ve been answering throughout my Foundations for Your Coaching Business podcast series and now I want to address a few more. In this final episode of the series, I answer some of the most common questions regarding my Masterful Coach Foundations program. This 90-day program is...2023-05-3120 minThe Masterful CoachMake $10K: Why it mattersThe dream of making that first $10k may seem out of reach. You may be wondering how to even start toward attaining that goal. Or you may even question why you should try for such a large goal? Perhaps you have already attained it but now you’re wondering how to scale even more. No matter where you are on your business journey, I want to offer an acceleration method to help you to that $10k level and beyond. Before we get to how, it’s important to solidify why it matters. The reason is simple, yet prof...2023-05-2412 minThe Masterful CoachFinancial Foundations in your Business: Romanticize your money with Ashley FordFor many of us, bookkeeping and accounting–money in general–can bring up a wide range of strong emotions. You might feel intimidation, uncertainty, discomfort or even anxiety. It can be overwhelming enough to handle your personal finances but now you also have your business finances. To talk about this critical foundation, I interviewed Ashley Ford, owner of Pretty Penny, LLC for this sixth episode in my Foundations for Your Coaching Business series. As an expert in small business accounting, Ashley shared about limiting beliefs, missing tax deductions, how understanding your numbers get easier, and ways to roma...2023-05-1733 minThe Masterful CoachDo you have these skills? Skill Audit for Foundations in your Business You don’t have to have all the skills perfect to get started in your business. In fact, you really should be moving your business forward while continuing to acquire skills. So if you don’t have everything quite there yet, or even if you haven’t yet figured everything out, it’s really okay. For this fifth episode of my Foundations for Your Coaching Business series, I focused on outlining a method for auditing your skills. It will help identify where you’re currently at in skill mastery, what skills you need to learn, and how to priorit...2023-05-1023 minThe Masterful CoachCEO Mindset as a Foundation for your businessAs we continue this Foundations for Your Coaching Business series, I want to dedicate this third episode to the idea of CEO mindset. For this, I offer 5 concepts. However, prior to considering them, you must first own and solidify the truth that you are, in fact, a CEO. If you are coaching others as a business, and not simply an enjoyable hobby, you are the CEO of your business. But this, for most people, is a huge identity shift. It can feel intimidating, even foreign, and as I discuss it, it may feel like I must be r...2023-04-2623 minThe Masterful CoachFoundations for Your Coaching Business: What you need to knowA strong foundation isn't the most exciting topic but it's critical to create a thriving, growing business. So where is your foundation strong? Where is it weak? With the right foundation, it's easier and more fun to make money, change lives and expand your business. But, if one area isn’t strong, if it’s breaking down, it will affect the others. That's why I’m launching this new series, Foundations for Your Coaching Business. I’ll have multiple guests to discuss various topics including finances, legal, tech, branding, and more. In this episode, I address the fundament...2023-04-1220 minThe Masterful CoachBreadwinner Energy: An Interview with Tay DanielsThe empowerment and energy to be the breadwinner in your own life is what lights up many female entrepreneurs. It is what drives them. Myself included. I recall, vividly, that feeling of helplessness and financial dependence I suffered when I went through my divorce. I was becoming a single mom and had no idea how I was going to provide for myself and my children. Someone who can relate very well with my experience is Tay Daniels, a podcaster and Certified Life and Business Mentor of women who are ready to become 6-figure CEOs. Tay, like me, b...2023-04-0536 minThe Masterful CoachThe Validation Trap and how to get out of it | Rebroadcast As humans, we all seek validation. But seeking it from your clients is a trap that can sabotage your coaching. Not only does it shift your focus from where it should be (on your client), it creates highs and lows in your coaching. Unfortunately, it can be easy to have validation trap tendencies and not even know it, so please don’t judge yourself too harshly. In this episode, I share numerous ways to identify this trap, recognize if you’re slipping, and avoid the temptation. Mastering this valuable coaching skill will serve you well throughout your caree...2023-03-2923 minThe Masterful CoachGet More Referrals: Coaching Skills That Work What if your ability to help people was so dialed in, you didn’t need to do anything to grow but receive referrals? It may seem out of reach but it is possible. Now, I’m not knocking other marketing methods – there are several great ones and they can be necessary – but what if I told you there are 5 coaching superskills that naturally result in referrals? Of course, these skills are fully supported and honed by mastering your coaching skills and having personal and business clarity. Those are still the foundation of it all. Then these come in, and...2023-03-2213 minThe Masterful CoachBonus Episode: Why Moms Won't Pay for CoachingIt can be argued that moms are the most difficult to convince that they need–and deserve– personal coaching. They are, perhaps, the most wired to set aside their own needs and focus on others. As a whole, moms find it very difficult to invest time, money, and energy into prioritizing themselves. As we tackle this reality together, I want to examine three issues that might be barriers to new clients signing up with you. In considering each of them, I hope some insights emerge, enabling you to connect on a more personal level with potential clients. By k...2023-03-1713 minThe Masterful CoachDo you have these skills? The 5 Must-Know Skills to Coach Moms with Conscious Parenting Coach Mikki Gardner Whether you specifically coach parents or you simply have clients who are parents, you’ll want to listen to this episode. You’ll bank some essential skills for coaching moms (or women in general) revolving around things like how quick wins open the door to deep work, and how ‘know, like, trust’ is more than a marketing technique. With me on the podcast to explain and expound on these 5 essential skills to coach moms is Conscious Parenting Coach, Mikki Garder. Mikki shares about encouraging moms through minimum baselines, the importance of awareness, agency, and action, being driven by love r...2023-03-1543 minThe Masterful CoachHow to be a better coach: A conversation with Corinne Crabtree and Molly Claire Giving your clients some quick and easy wins to encourage them, knowing how and when to go deeper, making things understandable and digestible – these are skills we learn. As a coach, you have the power to enact amazing change but clients need to be ready for what you have to offer and be able to understand it. So you need to tune into the right time and tactics. To discuss all this, I interviewed Corinne Crabtree, a master coach, the CEO and founder of No BS Weightloss, and host of the Losing 100 Pounds with Corinne podcast. Corinne ha...2023-03-0840 minThe Masterful CoachCoaching Skill Mastery: 5 Big Coaching Mistakes Confidence, providing transformation, and not getting too stuck in your own head. You need to have a handle on all three to master coaching. But what if your assessment of yourself on a 1 to 10 scale leaves you feeling doubtful? First of all, having doubts is completely normal. That’s why holding a periodic audit of yourself is extremely valuable. You can identify any areas in which you’re struggling and make a plan to do something about each item. You can also identify areas where you’re doing well and take courage from them. To help you in your...2023-03-0117 minThe Masterful CoachHow to Charge for Coaching even when you're scared to Charging for your coaching can be uncomfortable, maybe even a bit scary. It might feel as though it’s taking away from the good that you’re doing or that, somehow, it doesn’t fit your character because you’re not money-motivated. But let me assure you, charging for your coaching can fit appropriately and comfortably into your practice, even when you’re scared. Through this episode, I want to help you look differently at charging, as well as share my personal experience with how paying full price for my coach, even when my finances were dismal, brought me...2023-02-1510 minThe Masterful CoachWhat it means to be a Mission-Centered Coach Your ability to grow your business is thoroughly interwoven into being a mission-centered coach. It is connected to your message, your expertise and your confidence. To be a mission-centered coach is to be a heart-centered coach. But what exactly does that mean? In this episode, as a companion to my episode, Focus on what makes you money, I dive deeper into what it means to be a mission-centered coach. I invite you to explore with me the magic in your message, establishing your own expertise, and grounding yourself in confidence. And if it i...2023-02-0821 minThe Masterful CoachFocus on what makes you money There’s always a nearly inexhaustible business To Do list. As coaches, our brains naturally bend toward caring for others, toward inner work and healing, yet so much of what we need to do is outer work: sales, marketing, accounting, and the like. For many of us, it’s like learning a foreign language and thus takes a lot of time. But in accomplishing all the business things, are you carving out enough time, booking enough sessions, to bring in the money you need? In this episode, I share a bit of wisdom regar...2023-02-0117 minThe Masterful CoachHow to take a break from your business Getting any kind of break from your growing business may seem impossible. There’s always something that needs attention. As ambitious coaches, determined to accomplish big things for ourselves and our businesses, we can allow far too much time to go by between breathers. We easily assign more to ourselves than any human being can really realistically accomplish. Of course, the biggest danger in this fast-paced, intensely focused business building is we can burn out. That's why it’s not only healthy but it's absolutely essential to learn how to take a break from your business, and how...2023-01-2518 minThe Masterful Coach5 Traits of a Masterful Coach: How are you doing? Becoming a masterful coach takes work. But it’s work I know you can accomplish. I believe you only need some help in knowing what to focus on – where to turn your attention, dedication and passion. In this episode, I hope to help guide you into developing the 5 traits of a masterful coach. As you listen, I encourage and challenge you to ask yourself: How are you doing? What are you already doing well? What could use some tweaks? What plans can you make to continue to grow in your niche as a masterful coach? “Living t...2023-01-1814 minThe Masterful CoachThe Mom Coach Episode: 6 Keys to Coaching Moms Limiting beliefs can really hold us back but freedom from them is attainable. As coaches, we have the beautiful and life-giving ability to help others unshackle from old beliefs. We can help them form and embrace new beliefs that propel them onto better things. Since limiting beliefs touch every area of our clients’ lives, you’re bound to bump into areas that were not your original focus. One very likely area is parenting. And since being a parent is very special, I want to share with you 6 keys to coaching moms. Before we begi...2023-01-1117 minThe Masterful CoachYou’re Not Behind on Your New Year’s Goal Even though the new year has only just begun, it can be tempting to feel like we’re already behind, like we should be seeing results from the changes we want to implement. Truthfully, we all want to see a power start to the new year. But we need to account for some things, including the energy shift that needs to take place, the need for a plan, and the need for time. So let me encourage you to give yourself some grace and embrace the truth that you’re not behind on your New Year's goal, you’...2023-01-0410 minThe Masterful CoachNew Year Transitions: How to Succeed Change is inevitable. But transitioning into change isn’t easy. Having a plan can make it better. And in particular, having a shift in perspective can go a long way to making things easier. There is so much power in leaning into change. That's why, as we head into 2023, I want to offer some thoughts and ideas I hope will help you. First of all, let’s just embrace this truth: things typically don’t go to plan. Emotions rise and we find ourselves arguing with reality. But if we approach the unknowns with a...2022-12-2812 minThe Masterful CoachYou Are Your Brand: An Interview with Sarah Ashman Thinking of your brand in a totally different way can be the key to getting your message out to those who need it. But we’re not talking about graphic designs, logos or even the look of your website. We’re talking about the process to really identify and more concisely communicate your unique mission. There may be thousands of coaches out there but there is only one you! Because there’s only one you, I’m excited to introduce you to Sarah Ashman, Founder of Public Persona™ Studio and Creator of the MirrorBran...2022-12-1427 minThe Masterful CoachCompassion Club: Impacting Teens with Brittni Shroeder The loss of a son… The inspiration to take massive action to impact the world, especially teens... A powerful mission to infuse compassion into today's youth and use service as a vehicle for healing and growth… All of this is simply too important not to share. That's why for this episode I wanted to do something a little different. I invited Brittni Shroeder, Business Coach and Marketing Strategist, and the founder of the nonprofit organization, The Compassion Club (The Gage Shroeder Foundation), to share her personal story. Brittni’s constant drive and focus that s...2022-11-2329 minThe Masterful CoachBiz Partnership and things to consider: An interview with Erin Aquin and Steve Haase Taking on a business partner is a big decision. How do you know who to choose? When is the right timing? What considerations should you have? What questions should you ask? How should you prepare?... When it comes down to it, it can all be rather overwhelming. That’s why if you’re considering taking on a partner, or might someday in the future, I created this episode for you. (Well, even if this is nowhere on your radar, you’ll still get a lot out of this episode!) I invited husband and wife b...2022-11-1641 minThe Masterful CoachNiche Fraud Complex Have you ever had that moment when a client mentions an issue they’re facing and you immediately think, ‘Uh oh! Me too!’? In that heart-sinking moment, you freeze and think, “Can I really help them?” You might even think, “If they knew my personal struggles, would they even keep me as a coach?” Let me bring you some comfort: We all have moments when our skill set is stretched. Times when we wonder whether or not we can really help our clients. And at least once in our coaching journey, we’ll have a situation when our client needs...2022-11-0213 minThe Masterful CoachWhy Coaching Moms Matters with Conscious Parenting Coach Mikki Gardner The impact a coach can have on Moms as they navigate motherhood cannot be overstated. And the Mom niche in coaching has some unique challenges. Moms are often the ones to minimize themselves and the load they carry. They don’t tend to ask for help or seek support. On the flip side, those moms that don’t minimize themselves, and do ask for help, tend to feel as though they should have guilt for not fitting the norm. We absolutely need to flip this dynamic! That's why I'm excited to have with me for this episode Cons...2022-10-2645 minThe Masterful CoachWhy a Coach Won't Make their Money backCan a coach really ever make back the money invested in training and in building her business? We all have goals in the amount of money we want to make (as we should) but is simply recouping the money invested truly possible? Or might there be a better way? In this episode, I want to talk about this because we all start out in the same place. We invest first and then open our coaching business and begin making money. As we do so, it's important to know from the beginning that we won’t ever really “make...2022-10-1218 minThe Masterful CoachStyle and your Biz Success: An Interview with Style Coach Judith GatonIs your underwear affecting your business growth? Yes, I asked that question. And believe it or not, it might be! How you feel about yourself is reflected in your style, and that affects your confidence. Confidence then affects your business success because people want to work with someone who operates in confidence. So if you’re looking to increase your biz success, it might be time to check your style. This is why I’m so excited to have on the show style coach and author, Judith Gaton. The definition of style that Judith works from is this...2022-10-0543 minThe Masterful Coach10 Tips for Master-Level CoachingThis episode is a rebroadcast but for a couple very good reasons: You might be a coach who wants and is ready to uplevel your skills today! These 10 Tips are extremely valuable and so I wanted to share them again. My Advanced Motherhood and Family Life Coaching Certification course has gotten the stamp of approval by the Life Coach School. I’m opening up registration soon but you can already get on the waitlist. I am super excited to work with all you coaches who specialize and focus on moms and families, just like I did when I fi...2022-09-2821 minThe Masterful CoachImpact and 7-figures: An interview with Katrina UbellDo you have to have everything together and be completely ready in order to make 7-figures and have an enormous impact? Spoiler alert (and the great news): No. When you offer something to a specific group of people who are hungry for help, when you meet a need no one else is meeting, when you make a commitment to show up – no matter what – you can have an amazing business. To talk about what this looks like and how it can come together, I’m excited to have Katrina Ubell, MD on this episode. We discuss several topics...2022-09-2144 minThe Masterful CoachFear Feeds SabotageFear can be pretty sneaky. It can appear like problems – especially ones you’re not sure how to tackle or overcome. But those problems might just be uncertainty, not difficulties you can’t navigate. And fear and uncertainty magnify problems by making you feel alone. But let me assure you, what’s stopping you from moving forward in your business is not only common, it’s very normal. It’s normal to feel stuck, to wonder if we need to change things… a lot of things. If you’ve ever pondered: “Should I change my niche?”, “Should I change what I charge...2022-09-1415 minThe Masterful CoachHow to Sell Without Sleazy, Slimy TacticsWe’ve all had that experience at least once, right? That time a sales call or presentation left us with a really bad taste in our mouth. It felt sleazy, slimy and you knew you'd never say yes. Afterward, you vowed to never be that person. Whether you like sales, hate them, or land somewhere in between, we all want our potential clients to have a comfortable, positive sales experience with us. Even if they decide it’s not for them. Before we begin, I want to encourage you. Even if you find sales uncomfortable or intimidating, you...2022-09-0815 minThe Masterful CoachRecession Proof Your BusinessCertainty in your business and finances is the goal of every coach. You have a mission to bring life change to others, impact the world, and make a positive difference. Of course, to do that you have to be able to last through ups and downs in the economy. As you build your business during unstable times, there are ways to increase your resiliency. In this episode, I’m excited to share some of them. I believe in order to recession proof your business, you first must recession proof yourself. How? By focusing on your message, choosing yo...2022-08-2419 minThe Masterful CoachQ&A: Is the Masterful Coach Collective right for you?Knowing where to turn for help in building your business can be daunting. Not only do you have nearly countless options on how to receive guidance and training, the sheer number of areas in which you may need help can be overwhelming. Sharpening your skills, balancing your life and business, expanding your reach, tailoring your offerings, strengthening your connections… The list goes on and on. That’s one of the reasons I created the Masterful Coach Collective. In it, we strive to guide coaches to the next right steps for them. We offer help, advice, strategies, assignments and m...2022-08-1732 minThe Masterful CoachWomen Rising Above Limiting Beliefs TogetherLimiting beliefs can be inherently part of our nature as women. Some of them can come from our upbringing, some from society, and some from experiences as adults in the workplace or business world. Regardless of where they originate, limiting beliefs absolutely must be addressed in order to fully step into our place in the world. To talk about all this, I have invited three amazing women to share on this podcast episode. Each of them stand as examples of women who want to create something big, while remaining committed to honoring themselves, their personal priorities, and...2022-08-1050 minThe Masterful CoachNew Coach Nervous BreakdownI've seen too many coaches have a nervous breakdown while building their biz, but it DOESN'T have to be that way. This episode talks about this common challenge and HOW to prevent it (or recover...) I share some examples of what a nervous breakdown can look like. I also open up about my own experience with working through and moving beyond one. I hope my advice helps you prepare ahead of time so you can minimize the struggle and thrive in your business! “It really doesn’t matter what you...2022-08-0321 minThe Masterful CoachGrow your biz while growing personally: The value in the right supportAs you grow your business, you are pouring your time, talents, determination, and a lot of love into all you’re doing. And it might be time for a little help in building your business. I want to share and dive deeply with you into 5 key elements to grow your business while growing personally. In this episode, I relay some of what you’ll gain if you choose to work with me in the Masterful Coach Collective Community. Specifically, I’ll speak to our 90 Day planning process and how you can grow personally and professionally at the same ti...2022-07-0622 minThe Masterful Coach5 Freebie Mistakes (and the easy solutions)Your freebie (or lead magnet or opt-in) needs to be steller. You want that first touchpoint to be high quality and offer value. After all, it shapes the initial feel for who you are for your potential clients. But it’s easy to make mistakes in your offer and that first impression is made. So how can you be sure your freebie will attract the right clients and have the positive effect you seek? In our quest toward greater business mastery, I want to share 5 freebie mistakes, and the easy solutions for them. I encourage you to li...2022-06-2214 minThe Masterful Coach"The Mom Coach" EpisodeFreedom from limiting beliefs is paramount to moving forward in life. As coaches, it’s our job to help our clients shake loose from old beliefs that hold them back, and embrace new beliefs that move them forward. Since this touches every area of our clients’ lives, you are likely to find areas coming up in your coaching that are not what you’re actually focused on. One of those areas is parenting. Addressing it as you work on other focuses is special and there are some keys to helping moms, in particular. In this episode, I share...2022-06-1519 minThe Masterful CoachEthical Sales Copy that Works: An Interview with Kim KielWriting persuasive sales copy that remains authentic and ethical can be really difficult. How do you move people emotionally to say yes to your offer? How do you do that while maintaining integrity and remaining true to you? If you’ve sat staring at a blank page, wondering how to effectively convey your offer without being too vague or too pushy, knowing some frameworks and strategies of the trade can help! In this episode, I am excited to have Professional Copywriter, Kim Kiel with me to share how she constructs ethical sales copy that works. Along with nu...2022-06-0837 minThe Masterful CoachDefining YOU as a coach: Skill MasterySimilar or even identical tools and skills are used by countless coaches throughout the world. So how do you make your coaching stand out? How can you be unique and impactful? I submit that it’s about progressing beyond just understanding concepts into internalizing them for yourself. This is how you both identify what your niche is and identify with your niche. When you identify with your niche, you’ll naturally have clients gravitate toward you. Others who will not, and that’s okay. Just notice and own what makes you different and sets you apart. Embrace the ski...2022-06-0114 minThe Masterful CoachEmotion-focused coaching: An Interview with Tapping Coach Melanie FayTo our bodies, the past, present and future are all the same. Emotions that arise from situations or memories of instances manifest in the body, regardless of when they occurred in time. This phenomena allows the method of tapping to be used to help release negative emotions, such as anxiety, and to calm the body in the present. How exactly does this work? In today’s episode, I talk with Tapping Coach, Melanie Fay, about what tapping is, how it works and how it can be used to help clients. Tapping is very connected to and complementary to...2022-05-2540 minThe Masterful Coach5 Short, Sweet Principles for a Successful SummerSummer fun and relaxation is stiff competition for getting things done in your business. Vacations, kids out of school, opportunities for time with friends and family… How will you balance it all? Because you will not escape that inevitable tug-of-war between enjoying summer and accomplishing meaningful work, it’s wise to plan for it. To help, I put together a list of 5 short, sweet principles for a successful summer. These are ones that I’ve employed myself and I hope they work for you as well. “Finding the perfect balance for you and your life and your f...2022-05-1811 minThe Masterful CoachWhat it takes to Succeed in creating your ideal businessCreating your unique business, reaching your niche, supporting the life you want, takes some fortitude and a little grit. Not the grind it out, overwork yourself grit but the courage to do things that are hard but necessary kind. As I always remind you: craft your business to uniquely fit you, to support your ideal life and your desires. In so doing, you truly honor your personal life and build a business that opens you up to greater abundance. By greater abundance, I’m talking about stepping into greater belief. That greater belief that opens up your mind to wh...2022-05-1119 minThe Masterful Coach3 Coaching Mastery EssentialsBeyond having great tools and procedures or modes, there are some fundamentals that make coaching truly effective. There is nothing more important than having solid basics. In this episode, I want to share 3 of these fundamentals. Specifically, the 3 coaching mastery essentials I believe to be the most impactful. These foundations cover everything from examining yourself and how you show up to bolstering your clients’ self-worth and intentionality, including teaching them to create space to simply be with themselves. These powerful basics are not just basic. They are bases. They are the pillars upon which the success of yo...2022-05-0412 minThe Masterful CoachBuilding your list: An Interview with Brittni Schroeder The value in an email list is incalculable. Unlike a feed in social media that people may miss, an email remains in their view. Recipients may not open every email you send but they are at least seeing your name, and that has an impact. But how do you build a list of potential clients? Marketing Strategist, Brittni Schroeder, joins me to discuss building your email list through lead magnets. She encourages us all to take the time it needs but not take too long. I have long believed that most people put off creating their lead...2022-04-2039 minThe Masterful CoachTake Action TodayThere are two basic types of entrepreneurs: those who have no lack of action and those who feel they cannot act until everything is in place. With either approach, there are problems. The first style can result in a lot of frantic action but little measurable growth. The second style can result in little action and a lot of indecision. So regardless of which you are, this episode is for you! We all know that increasing your business necessitates taking specific, appropriate actions. Knowing precisely what those actions are can be tricky but I’m here to giv...2022-04-1314 minThe Masterful CoachKeeping energy high in your coaching businessIn us all, there lies a craving to have some certainty, some measure of stability. We know, going into building a business, that there will be ups and downs. Yet, we still long for security. So when uncertainty invades our thoughts, and it will, it culminates in an overwhelming feeling of instability. But even if you work a regular job for someone else, security is often an illusion. At least when you work for yourself, you tackle that uncertainty straight on. You can choose to embrace the “what ifs?”. And when you do, it can become a stre...2022-04-0618 minThe Masterful CoachHigh Bar for Success in your Coaching BusinessIn the coaching world, there is a rather low bar set for who can call themselves a coach. Pretty much, anyone can regardless of experience or training. That can be unsettling and we can view it as a problem. Or we can choose to view it from the other side: That thus the bar is set very high for achieving true success as a coach. Those who are doing well have really done the work. It shows in how they run their business, their level of professionalism, and all of the things related to being an effective, impactful coach. And...2022-03-3011 minThe Masterful CoachAll or Nothing Thinking Trap for CoachesBusiness building is an ebb and flow. But it can be all too easy to fall into the thinking trap of “all or nothing” when it comes to ourselves, our success, and our business growth. In reality, growing your business is largely about your internal evolution, becoming more of who you’re meant to be, and who you want to be. That is how we each fulfill our purpose and mission. As we work with clients, it may be apparent when they struggle with this all or nothing thinking trap. However, it can be more difficult to spot w...2022-03-2313 minThe Masterful Coach5 Tips for Your Best Sales Launch EverOne of the most frustrating times in business is desiring an incredible launch of a new offering but not knowing how to make it amazing. You might struggle with thoughts of “this will never work” or “I’m not where I want to be”. Those are normal discouragements… but no way are we going to hang out in “normal”. Instead, let’s use the power of acknowledgement to enjoy what is coming together and what is working for you. That will give you fuel and fire to keep pressing toward your sales goal. In this episode, I wanted to share th...2022-03-1627 minThe Masterful CoachIs The Coaching Collective Right For You?Over the past several podcasts, I’ve given an overview of the various aspects, topics and benefits of The Coaching Collective. With that, you received a taste of each but may still have questions, the main one being: “Is The Coaching Collective right for me?”. Of course, I believe that it’s helpful to any coach ready to take the next step in her coaching business but I want to arm you to answer this question for yourself. So in this episode, I give some specifics, explaining exactly what you’ll get and what you can expect if you join us. I...2022-03-0925 minThe Masterful CoachThe Big Whys - Part 6 of 6: The Habit of Massive ActionWhat comes up when you think about the habit of massive action? Do negative feelings, such as overwhelm, pressure, or exhaustion rise up within you? Let’s change that! We can successfully reframe and recreate the process of massive action into an effective, positive, intentional, and powerful habit. And all this is to consistently move your business forward, remain focused, and release overworking. Welcome to this episode, which is the final part (Part 6) of my 6-week series: “The Big Whys”. In this mini-series, we’ve explored the concepts and reasons why coaches in The Coaching Collective thrive. As we do...2022-03-0218 minThe Masterful CoachThe Big Whys - Part 3 of 6: Design your Unique BusinessUnique. Special. Nothing else like it. When designing a business, being one-of-a-kind is ideal. But when you’re not sure how to go about creating your business, it’s tempting to follow someone else’s model. You pattern after the success of another, using the “best business model” or the “right business model”. The problem is – that’s not you. In this episode, I discuss all this and I even pose a few questions to help you examine your business design. This episode is Part 3 of my larger 6-week series titled “The Big Whys”. Throughout this mini series, I’m overviewing the 6 topi...2022-02-0217 minThe Masterful CoachThe Big Whys - Part 2 of 6: Create your ideal lifeBuilding our own ideal life is powerful. Notice I did not say “an ideal life” but your ideal life. After all, it is neither sustainable nor desirable to ultimately build someone else’s vision. Possessing the power of such clarity becomes a driving force for expanding your business and caring for your clients. It gives you alignment, flow, encouragement, and resolve, whether times are smooth or rough. This Part 2 episode is part of a larger 6-week series titled “The Big Whys”. In it, I briefly cover 6 topics we dive into deeply in The Coaching Collective. This mini series is designed to...2022-01-2619 minThe Masterful CoachThe Big Whys – Part 1 of 6: Master Your CoachingEvery coach needs support. We all need help, advice and encouragement to build an ideal business for our life and our values. As we lead up to opening enrollment in The Coaching Collective in 6 weeks, I’ll be briefly covering 6 topics we work with in-depth in The Coaching Collective. For this weekly series, I’m calling them The Big Whys. In this episode (Part 1), I discuss 3 fundamentals to master your coaching. In mastering our coaching, we must first honestly assess our skills and abilities. The good, the needs-work-yet, and the insecurities. Then we must face and address how t...2022-01-1917 minThe Masterful CoachVisualization to Achieve Your GoalsFor me, my 2022 is going to be all about more openness, flow, allowing, receiving, and expanding the people that I’m able to reach. I hope you plan something similar for your new year. Together, we can increase the change for good and positive impact we have in this world. To that end, in this episode, I touch on the topic of visualization to achieve your goals. I offer you some guidance and, hopefully, some inspiration. No matter whether you consider yourself practical and scientific or more “woo-woo” (in the realm of the spiritual), visualization can change your li...2022-01-0517 minThe Masterful CoachHow to get out of a business rutSometimes we know we’re in a rut, and sometimes we may be in one and not even recognize it. Exactly what might ruts look like to identify them? As we move into the new year, it’s the perfect time to evaluate: Evaluate your processes and where you’re going, are there places you’re stuck? Give yourself time and space to just be. Put some distance between yourself and your business to shift your view. This clears your mind and allows you to see things you might be overlooking. In this episode, I discuss what a busine...2021-12-2216 minThe Masterful CoachAre you giving your business what it needs?You definitely want to create a business that supports your life, and not the other way around. But this endeavor needs proper attention. In trying to avoid the trap of building your life around your business, another potential pitfall appears. That is, the temptation to minimize this needed balance, and even develop a mindset that certain things are optional. But the reality is, your business is important to you and it needs attention. But how do you strike a balance between creating the life you want, and not spending enough time on your business? The answer is to be...2021-12-0820 minThe Masterful CoachAlign, Design and Energize Your Business for the Year To ComeWith the new year only weeks away, it’s time to look back over this year. But not just to reflect -- to acknowledge. As you acknowledge how you’ve shifted and aligned your business over the past year, you energize yourself for the year to come. You capture and release stored momentum you’ve already created. And with this as your fuel, you can make a more comprehensive and meaningful plan for your business for the new year. To begin, I encourage you to take the time to immunerate all your accomplishments, big or small, from this ye...2021-12-0117 minThe Masterful CoachKey Decisions for Business GrowthQuestions are powerful and one of the greatest gifts we give our clients. Asking questions. Answering questions. Staying curious. As we connect with our values, and create the businesses and lives we want, frequently asking ourselves questions can be extremely insightful. In this episode, I ask several questions surrounding key decisions for your business growth. They revolve around what you spend your time on, who you spend your time with, and how you stay focused in your time. Spending some uninterrupted time answering these questions for yourself can help bring clarity to your vision for your business...2021-11-1013 minThe Masterful CoachSelf-Trust: A Vital Skill for an Authentic Business and Life Self-trust is absolutely essential in creating an authentic business for your clients. Through the employment of deep self-trust, you master decision-making; you sustain a business that will succeed long term. It is vital in becoming a truly masterful coach and in meeting the needs of your clients. Self-trust is equally as foundational in crafting and nurturing an intentional life of peace and alignment. With it, you will flourish in your purpose while thriving in building the life you want for your family and yourself. Because self-trust is so integral to your business and life, this topic is...2021-11-0315 minThe Masterful CoachA Bold Niche: An Interview with Purposeful CoachesSpeaking and coaching boldly, especially about topics that can be uncomfortable or are typically avoided, is somewhat unique in the coaching world. But even if you don’t coach on specialty topics, boldness is occasionally needed in any coaching business. In this episode, I chat with three coaches who specialize in unique niches. I wanted to bring them on the podcast to share their experiences. I hope you gain some inspiration to be both bold and purposeful in your coaching business, no matter your specialty. What You’ll Learn Has it ever felt uncomfortable or scary to l...2021-10-2744 minThe Masterful CoachCoaching Principles for powerful coachingThinking ahead of coaching sessions can make them more impactful, naturally increasing your effectiveness with your clients. In this episode, I share four simple coaching principles that enhance powerful coaching. With these to guide you, you can be a more intuitive coach, one who is connected on a deeper level with your clients. This deeper connection will, in turn, nurture a level of service to your clients that is better than ever before. What You’ll Learn Principle #1 - Belief in your client Model and teach bigger belief than your client currently holds Anchor yourself in higher energy an...2021-10-2012 minThe Masterful CoachBusiness AutopilotHaving a measure of autopilot in your business can be a good thing when it helps you automate some processes and prevents things from falling through the cracks. But it can also take a very bad turn and become extremely detrimental to your business if the wrong type of business autopilot sets in. In this episode, I tackle some dangerous kinds of business autopilots that you want to avoid. This goes hand-in-hand with another topic we’ve discussed recently: business ethics, and upholding both a high level of care for our clients and a high level of in...2021-10-1318 minThe Masterful CoachUnacceptable Coaching PracticesA few episodes ago, we discussed integrity in our coaching businesses. I believe it is of the utmost importance to uphold a high level of integrity and trustworthiness in our coaching practices, not only for ourselves and for our clients, but for the industry as a whole. Upholding acceptable practices includes not only avoiding unacceptable practices but also being intentional to choose and implement good, quality procedures and policies. In this episode, I pitch a few solutions to unacceptable coaching practices. I help you understand the problems these solutions avoid, as well as a bit on how...2021-10-0619 minThe Masterful CoachHow Community Impacts your BizWhile you build your business, creating connections and community is an integral part of success. Community is two-fold: connections with your clients and connections for your business. While independence and self-direction is a mainstay of coaching businesses, it is important to have community as well. It can be tempting, or you may even feel pressured, to do everything alone, to figure everything out yourself. But a powerful support system cannot be overemphasized. We all need one another to succeed. Understanding what kind of community is right for you is key. Not every community meets the needs of...2021-09-2957 min