In today’s episode of The Life-First Coaching Business Podcast, we’re diving into how to overcome the initial fear and self-doubt that often come with starting your coaching business. Whether you're a new coach struggling to put yourself out there or someone who feels paralyzed by imposter syndrome, this episode will help you take the steps needed to push past fear and start building the life-first coaching business of your dreams.

In This Episode, I Cover:

• Why fear and doubt are natural at every stage of your business.
• The importance of taking action before you feel ready.
• How to reframe worst-case scenarios to make fear less daunting.
• Practical strategies to move through discomfort and take bold steps.
• Why surrounding yourself with a supportive community is a game-changer.

Why This Matters:
Your fear of starting isn’t just a roadblock—it’s a sign you’re stepping out of your comfort zone. When you learn to take action despite the fear, you build resilience, confidence, and momentum. These skills are invaluable in creating a sustainable, fulfilling coaching business that aligns with your values and vision.

Key Learning Outcomes:
In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to recognize fear as part of the process and move forward anyway.
• A step-by-step approach to breaking big, intimidating tasks into manageable actions.
• How to use simple tools, like reframing outcomes and managing nervous energy, to overcome discomfort.
• Why building a community of like-minded individuals can help normalize bold actions and boost your confidence.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If this episode has you feeling inspired and ready to dive deeper, I’d love to help you! Here are some of the key places you can learn more about working together or connect with me on social media:
My Website
My Instagram

Bonus Resource:
Grab my free 1-Page Client Attraction Blueprint and Mini Training to kickstart your client acquisition journey and discover the 7 steps you need to go from 0 clients to filling your waitlist. Get it here.

Sign up to The Strategy Soirée for New Wellness & Life Coaches. Create a tailored action plan to launch & grow your purpose-driven, yet easeful coaching business in 2025! Whether you’re building your business in part-time hours alongside a job, contracting work or parenting or you’re ready to commit full-time - you’ll walk away with an aligned strategy! SAVE YOUR SEAT HERE

This is The Life-first Coaching Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

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How to take the first step to launch your DREAM Coaching Business

In today’s episode of The Life-First Coaching Business Podcast, we’re talking about the most important first step to launch your dream coaching business. Whether you’re a new coach starting from scratch or someone who’s been working on your coaching business but isn’t seeing the results you want, this episode is packed with insights on where your focus should really be when getting started.

In This Episode, I Cover:

• The common mistakes coaches make when starting their businesses.
• Why launching a website and focusing on social media might not be the best first steps.
• The importance of nailing your niche, messaging, and offer.
• How to create a clear action plan to sign your first clients and generate revenue.

Why This Matters:
Starting a coaching business often feels overwhelming, with so many tasks competing for your attention. However, focusing on the wrong things—like perfecting your website or growing a social media following—can delay your success. This episode helps you shift your focus to the foundational steps that truly matter: getting clients and building a business that aligns with your vision.

Key Learning Outcomes:
In this episode, you’ll gain clarity on:

• Why clear messaging and a compelling offer are essential before launching other aspects of your business.
• The pitfalls of "procrastabranding" and how to overcome them.
• How to focus on client attraction instead of vanity metrics.
• Why building your business step by step ensures long-term success.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If this episode has you feeling inspired and ready to dive deeper, I'd love to help you! Join the Strategy Soirée starting January 14th, where I'll guide you through creating a clear action plan to sign your first clients and build the foundations of your coaching business.

SECURE YOUR SPOT HERE

Bonus Resource:
Grab my Coaches Branding Kit for just $37 NZD to create a professional and polished brand in just a few hours—no more procrastabranding! It's the perfect first step to feel confident about putting yourself out there.

GET YOUR COACHES BRAND KIT HERE

Sign up to The Strategy Soirée for New Wellness & Life Coaches. Create a tailored action plan to launch & grow your purpose-driven, yet easeful coaching business in 2025! Whether you’re building your business in part-time hours alongside a job, contracting work or parenting or you’re ready to commit full-time - you’ll walk away with an aligned strategy! SAVE YOUR SEAT HERE

This is The Life-first Coaching Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

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In today’s episode of The Life-First Coaching Business Podcast, I'm diving into the 3 biggest goal-setting mistakes coaches can make and how to avoid them.

Whether you’re just launching your coaching business or looking to grow the one you’ve already started, this episode will help you set effective goals and achieve them without unnecessary overwhelm.

In This Episode, I Cover:

• The power of breaking down annual goals into manageable 90-day chunks.
• Why focusing only on outcomes (and not actions) can derail your progress.
• The importance of mastering foundational skills before chasing big growth tactics.

An effective approach to goal setting isn’t just about the vision—it’s about creating a clear, actionable roadmap to success. When done right, goal setting becomes a powerful tool to align your actions with your aspirations, build momentum, and create consistent progress toward a thriving coaching business.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to effectively break down annual goals into 90-day actionable plans.
• The importance of tying specific, measurable outcomes to your weekly actions.
• Why mastering foundational business skills is crucial before pursuing advanced tactics like webinars or paid ads.
• How to set milestones that match your stage of business growth and experience.

Join The Free Strategy Soiree - the 4-part live mini program for new wellness and life coaches here: https://www.thehappyheartco.com/2025

Related Episode:
Check out Episode 15: What You Need to Know About the 3 Stages of Your Wellness or Life Coaching Business for a deeper dive into building and scaling your coaching business.

Thank you for tuning in to this episode! Let’s make 2025 your best year yet!

Sign up to The Strategy Soirée for New Wellness & Life Coaches. Create a tailored action plan to launch & grow your purpose-driven, yet easeful coaching business in 2025! Whether you’re building your business in part-time hours alongside a job, contracting work or parenting or you’re ready to commit full-time - you’ll walk away with an aligned strategy! SAVE YOUR SEAT HERE

This is The Life-first Coaching Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

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In today’s episode of The Life-First Business Podcast, I'm talking about another common question for new coaches: Should I launch an online course in 2025?

Whether you’re just starting your coaching journey or looking to scale, this episode explores the pros and cons of launching an online course versus focusing on one-on-one coaching. You’ll gain clarity on which approach might be best for your goals and current stage of business.

In This Episode, I Cover:

• Why online courses aren’t always easier to sell despite being lower priced.
• The time and marketing demands of launching a course compared to one-on-one coaching.
• Why starting with one-on-one coaching helps you refine your skills, messaging, and client transformation process.
• How the coaching industry has evolved post-pandemic and what it means for your offers.

Launching a course might seem like the ultimate path to passive income, but it’s not always the easiest or fastest way to build a sustainable coaching business. Starting with one-on-one coaching can help you generate revenue sooner but also allows you to learn invaluable lessons about your clients, your message, and your offer. These insights are crucial for creating a future course that delivers real value and gets results.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to determine whether you’re ready to launch a course or should focus on one-on-one coaching first.
• Why building revenue and skills with one-on-one coaching sets the foundation for future success.
• Insights into industry trends and how client expectations have shifted in recent years

Sign up to The Strategy Soirée for New Wellness & Life Coaches. Create a tailored action plan to launch & grow your purpose-driven, yet easeful coaching business in 2025! Whether you’re building your business in part-time hours alongside a job, contracting work or parenting or you’re ready to commit full-time - you’ll walk away with an aligned strategy! SAVE YOUR SEAT HERE

This is The Life-first Coaching Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

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In today’s episode of The Life-First Business Podcast, I'm diving into my top predictions for trends in the coaching industry in 2025. Whether you’re a new coach working to stand out or an experienced coach looking to refine your strategies, this episode will help you future-proof your business, build stronger client relationships, and thrive in an ever-evolving industry.

In This Episode, I Cover:

• Why authentic connections and relationship-building will be more important than ever.
• How to meet the growing demand for personalized, hands-on coaching experiences.
• The role of unique branding and messaging in cutting through a crowded market.
• Using AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline your business and save time.
• The rise of specialized niches and how they can help you stand out as an expert.

Why This Matters:

Your ability to adapt to industry trends isn’t just about staying relevant—it’s about thriving in a crowded, competitive space. From building trust through authentic connections to leveraging AI tools for efficiency, these trends are essential for creating a sustainable and profitable coaching business in 2025.

Key Learning Outcomes:

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to foster authentic relationships to build trust and convert leads into clients.
• Ways to incorporate personalized support into your offers without burning out.
• The importance of strong branding and messaging to differentiate yourself in a noisy market.
• Practical ways to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Descript to save time and focus on high-impact work.
• How to identify and position yourself within a specialized niche to attract premium clients.

Sign up to The Strategy Soirée for New Wellness & Life Coaches. Create a tailored action plan to launch & grow your purpose-driven, yet easeful coaching business in 2025! Whether you’re building your business in part-time hours alongside a job, contracting work or parenting or you’re ready to commit full-time - you’ll walk away with an aligned strategy! SAVE YOUR SEAT HERE

This is The Life-first Coaching Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

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In this episode of The Life-First Coaching Business Podcast, I dive into one of the most pressing questions for coaches heading into 2025:

How do I become a booked-out coach?

But here's the important catch—being "booked out" shouldn't mean being burned out.

I discuss why its important to establish what being booked-out means for you and help you craft a coaching business that works for your life.

I walk you through 10 key steps to focus on if you want to create a purpose-driven and aligned coaching business. From nailing your niche to mastering your message, prioritizing relationships over algorithms, and creating simple systems, this episode is full of actionable insights to help you build a sustainable, joyful coaching business and achieve your version "booked-out" and balanced.

Sign up to The Strategy Soirée for New Wellness & Life Coaches. Create a tailored action plan to launch & grow your purpose-driven, yet easeful coaching business in 2025! Whether you’re building your business in part-time hours alongside a job, contracting work or parenting or you’re ready to commit full-time - you’ll walk away with an aligned strategy! SAVE YOUR SEAT HERE

This is The Life-first Coaching Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

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In today’s episode of The Life-First Coaching Business Podcast, we’re diving into how to create a standout brand identity for your coaching business without hiring a designer. Whether you're a new coach looking to save on expenses or someone overwhelmed by the DIY process, this episode will help you build a cohesive and professional brand you’re proud of.

In This Episode, I Cover:

• Why branding doesn’t need to hold you back when starting out.
• The importance of strategy over perfection in early-stage branding.
• Four simple steps to creating a cohesive and professional DIY brand.
• How to choose colors, fonts, logos, and imagery that reflect your values and connect with your ideal clients.

Why This Matters:
Your brand identity is not just about looking polished; it’s a tool to communicate your coaching style, values, and vision to your ideal clients. A well-designed DIY brand helps you create confidence, attract the right audience, and start showing up consistently without the designer price tag.

Key Learning Outcomes:
In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. How to define the core elements of your brand identity to resonate with your audience.
2. The step-by-step process to choose and integrate colors, fonts, and logos for a cohesive look.
3. How to create visual consistency in your branding to enhance professionalism and attract clients.

The Coaches Brand Kit:

I’ve created The 4-Step Branding Kit for Coaches to make this process as quick and easy for you as possible!

This kit includes:

• A branding quiz to determine your brand theme.
• Curated color palettes, font sets, and logo templates.
• Step-by-step tutorials to guide you through the entire branding process.
• Logo file templates to organise all your logo file sin the right size and format.

You can check out the kit, currently available for just NZ$37, by clicking the link HERE. It’s designed to save you time and help you create a stunning, aligned brand you’re proud to showcase.

Sign up to The Strategy Soirée for New Wellness & Life Coaches. Create a tailored action plan to launch & grow your purpose-driven, yet easeful coaching business in 2025! Whether you’re building your business in part-time hours alongside a job, contracting work or parenting or you’re ready to commit full-time - you’ll walk away with an aligned strategy! SAVE YOUR SEAT HERE

This is The Life-first Coaching Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

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In this episode, I’m sharing a simple and effective Instagram strategy to help coaches grow their businesses with authenticity, consistency, and clarity.

If you’ve been struggling to find your rhythm with Instagram, or you’re unsure how to create content that resonates with your ideal clients, this episode is for you.

I’m breaking down a simple but effective strategy that focuses on 4 types of posts you need to be creating each week, how to get clear on your messaging, and why having a clear strategy is key to building momentum on Instagram. Plus, I’m sharing how to structure your posts to attract, connect, enlighten, and sell—so that your audience is taking the right actions with you.

Tune in to hear how to create an Instagram strategy that works for you, helps you engage with your ideal clients, and gives you a plan that feels sustainable.

Key Takeaways:

• The 4 types of Instagram posts you need to focus on each week:
• How to mix up your content to keep it fresh and engaging, including reels, carousels, and static posts.
• Why clarity around your message and audience is crucial for your content strategy to work.
• The importance of engagement—it’s not just about posting and ghosting, but having conversations with your ideal clients.
• Insights into Instagram Ads: When to start using them and why they won’t work until you’ve nailed your messaging and offer.
• Understanding the 3 phases of your business—launch, growth, and scale—and how each phase impacts your Instagram strategy.

Resources:

Grab my free 1-Page Client Attraction Blueprint and Mini Training to kickstart your client acquisition journey and discover the 7 steps you need to go from zero clients to filling your waitlist!

Sign up to The Strategy Soirée for New Wellness & Life Coaches. Create a tailored action plan to launch & grow your purpose-driven, yet easeful coaching business in 2025! Whether you’re building your business in part-time hours alongside a job, contracting work or parenting or you’re ready to commit full-time - you’ll walk away with an aligned strategy! SAVE YOUR SEAT HERE

This is The Life-first Coaching Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

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