The Masterful Coach Podcast: Coaching skill mastery, business strategy, and ideal life creation!

How can a strategic “no” be just as valuable to your business as a “yes”? When you’re growing, it’s easy to feel pressure to say yes to every opportunity, client, and commitment that seems beneficial. But the truth is, saying no to things that are misaligned with your values, short-term temptations, or simply clutter in your life is one of the most powerful tools you have for building your ideal life—and supporting your clients in doing the same.When it comes to leading change in your own life, there are so many small concepts and principles that make the changes you are seeking so much easier, and the power of no is one of them. Think about it–if you're feeling overwhelmed, off-track, or uncertain, the answer likely isn’t doing more, but saying a few bold, intentional nos. These strategic nos are often the difference between burnout and sustainable coaching success. In this episode, we're exploring your willingness and capacity to say no and how doing so can unlock clarity, business alignment, and coaching success.It’s normal to feel some resistance when you begin practicing the power of no. Turning down any opportunity can feel counterintuitive when you’re building a business, but every conscious no creates space for a more meaningful yes. The transformations that you and your clients crave can and will happen when you say no to the things that do not serve your higher purpose.From my own experience and the work I’ve done with clients in Master Coach Training, I know that your greatest gifts, resources, and abilities come to the surface when you are able to boldly claim what you want and back it up with a willingness to say no to things that do not align. You can create the quality of life that you are craving when you start with a strategic “no.” Let's get started!What you’ll learn:An exercise to uncover what’s cluttering your life—and what becomes possible when you build your muscle of saying noThe incredible lessons that we can learn from nature about space and alignmentThree types of no and how to identify them: the misaligned no, the short-term temptation no, and the clutter noA personal story about saying no to a seemingly great opportunity and why it was the most aligned decision I could makeHow to trust yourself to recognize when a yes is truly aligned with your coaching successYou can read the full show notes here.Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Free resources:How to Create a Plan of ActionLearn the 4 fundamentals of Lasting ChangePlease help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.

Many coaches begin in this field because we're driven by the craving for more from life! Can you relate? It's easy to get stuck going through the motions — merely existing rather than feeling truly alive. So, you follow your passion for helping others and begin to build a coaching business. Now, you're a catalyst for transformation, guiding your clients down their own path of rediscovering their authentic selves.I am thrilled to welcome business coach Candy Motzek to the podcast. Today, we explore the journey of becoming a coach and why self-connection is your greatest asset when it comes to building a successful coaching business. Candy specializes in empowering intelligent professionals to launch and grow their coaching businesses. She works with many women in midlife who are facing burnout in their careers and are yearning for something more fulfilling. Women in this stage of life often face a unique set of challenges. Whether it's perimenopause, kids growing up and leaving home, or simply waking up one day to the realization that there must be more to life than what you've experienced, this is a time for change and a time for coming back to who you truly are.This journey of coming back to life is so important — not only for the purpose of discovering your desire to become a coach, but also for laying the groundwork for a thriving and sustainable coaching business. We'll dive into some of the steps you and your clients will take as you make this transformation and build a coaching business, as well as unpack the challenges that may arise when transitioning away from a structured, rule-oriented career environment and into the uncertainty and flexibility of having a coaching business. Regardless of your background, it can feel like you're making it up as you go when you build a coaching business. However, this experience doesn't have to feel frantic. When we view this venture from a creative perspective, this freedom enables us to build a business that aligns with our aspirations and best serves our clients. Each of us has the power to shape how we deliver our coaching and run our business. Channeling your creative spirit and fostering self-connection will allow both you and your business to come to life. Let's jump in!What you'll learn:The power creativity has to connect us to our purposeTwo common paths to the decision to build a coaching businessWhy rediscovering childhood creative practices helps build your capacity for running a coaching businessHow to navigate the shift from career structure to entrepreneurial freedomAdvise for overcoming imposter syndrome and staying aligned with your valuesYou can read the full show notes here.About Candy MotzekCandy specializes in empowering intelligent professionals to launch and grow successful coaching businesses. With a unique blend of practical strategy and mindset mastery, she helps her clients achieve greater clarity. Her calming & personalized approach enables coaches to play bigger, sign more clients, & create meaningful & profitable success. As a former corporate executive & engineer, she combines her extensive business acumen with a deep understanding of personal development to guide her clients towards their fullest potential.Podcast: https://she-coaches-coaches.captivate.fm/listen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candymotzek/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candy-motzek/ Coaching Niche Quiz: http://coachnichequiz.com/ Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Free resources:How to Create a Plan of ActionLearn the 4 fundamentals of Lasting ChangePlease help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.

Here's the truth no one talks about: You don't get what you want in life—you get what your nervous system feels safe receiving.Think about it—every client who comes to work with you has something they deeply desire. They've likely tried multiple strategies, taken all the "right" steps, and still aren't seeing results. Whether it's more money, a thriving relationship, or a successful business, the reason their goal remains out of reach often isn't due to a lack of capability or an outside factor–but because their nervous system isn't yet on board.Nervous system regulation is the missing link between your goals and your ability to receive the outcome of your achievement. If you're trying to hustle your way into a vision that your body doesn't feel safe holding, you'll burn out or sabotage. This is why Master Coach Training is such a powerful process for you as a coach, and for the clients you serve. The nervous system equates "familiar" with "safe"–even if that means staying stuck instead of moving forward. Today, we'll look at what nervous system regulation truly looks like so you can break this pattern, and I'll offer you several coaching tools and strategies that will help you and your clients expand your capacity to receive from a place of safety. The vision you have for your life and business is powerful, but it can't just be about setting goals. You can want something sincerely, but without nervous system regulation, you will stay stuck. When you have the holistic coaching tools to build safety and open yourself up to receive, real transformation and lasting change are possible—for you and your clients. What you'll learn:Why true nervous system regulation focuses on helping your body get used to something different Common signs that your nervous system does not feel safe receiving–and what to do about themPractical coaching tools to create safety in the nervous system: somatic anchoring, tapping, and microdosing changeHow to bridge the gap between your vision and the safety you need to achieve itJournal prompts to uncover why it feels unsafe to get what you wantYou can read the full show notes here.Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Free resources:How to Create a Plan of ActionLearn the 4 fundamentals of Lasting ChangePlease help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.Have you registered for Molly’s upcoming webinar on emotional mastery? As a coach and entrepreneur, it is vital that you understand more about your own emotional world. There's always more to understand about you as a human being and about our clients–SIGN UP NOW so you don’t miss this powerful opportunity!

What’s a big goal that you're working towards right now? Growing your coaching business? Signing more clients or increasing your revenue? Or perhaps it's a personal goal, like improving your quality of life, working less, or focusing more on your relationships. Whatever it is, that big change is possible for you. But even with that vision in mind, you may still struggle to stick with the path of getting there. In this episode, we'll explore the challenges that come with changing your life and how your daily decisions can create lasting change sustainably–one small choice at a time. When we set out to make changes, we often come up with a big plan of action. However, this can leave us feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or frustrated when we don't progress as quickly as we desire. I want to offer you this: sometimes, doing less and pushing less—while gently bringing daily intention into small moments—is much more powerful than even the biggest, grandest plan. Today, we'll talk about the trap of grand gestures and why we're drawn to dramatic change in the first place. We explore how inaction often follows those big attempts that fall flat, and the impact of the deeper things that are going on within us. When you combine mindset shifts with an understanding of the nervous system, examining the small choices in your life provides a gentle entry point to transformation with less resistance and greater ease. Small changes, made in small moments, can truly lead to the greatest shifts. We'll look at this through the lens of you as a business owner, as someone working toward personal growth, and as a coach supporting others through change. When you focus on daily decisions, you create your own step-by-step guide to lasting change—and you learn how to help your clients do the same.What you'll learn:Why small decisions are more sustainable than grand gestures when shaping the life you wantThe nervous system's role in sabotaging big change How energy cost impacts your ability to create lasting changeExamples of small daily decisions and how they build habits that drive transformationWhy the four fundamentals of lasting change are essential to this approach—for both you and your clientsYou can read the full show notes here.Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Free resources:How to Create a Plan of ActionLearn the 4 fundamentals of Lasting ChangePlease help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.

As coaches, we've all experienced the moment when everything feels aligned–your offer is solid, your webinar is ready to sell, a client is about to sign–and then… it doesn't happen. No sign-ups, no clients, nothing. We've all been here, right? It's a big letdown, and it's often difficult not to take the defeat personally. However, this moment does not have to define you or your coaching business. Overcoming business challenges isn’t easy, but it’s possible when you use these moments as tools for continued growth instead of allowing it to be a setback. This potential is what we will explore today. What did you do that last time something didn't work out like you had anticipated? Did you begin to question yourself, your decisions, or even your mission? Did you panic and go into the frantic action of problem-solving? Did you emotionally fall apart? All of these are common responses to perceived failure–and they're all completely normal. Why? Because we're human. We have nervous systems that cause us to have these responses. When you begin to understand our reactions from a compassionate, holistic perspective, you reclaim your power. Building awareness around these patterns allows you to offer yourself a more supportive path of greater choice when overcoming business challenges.This space of letdown exists for everybody–and in this episode, we're talking about it as a space of choice and curiosity. What are you choosing, and why? What could be different with just a little more awareness, compassion, or self-connection? These moments offer you a profound opportunity—not to criticize yourself or "fix" your business, but to understand yourself more deeply and respond with intention so you can continue to lead with the very best parts of who you are and what you have to offer. Let's get started!What you'll learn:Why failure is universal–not personal–and how what we do in those moments is key to overcoming business challengesThree common but unhelpful reaction patterns–the downward spiral, the suppression, and erosion of selfTools and practices to help you process complicated emotions build resilience for overcoming business challengesHow to create a more supportive process for handling setbacks through intentional emotional anchoringThe importance of separating your inner knowing from external outcomesYou can read the full show notes here.Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Free resources:How to Create a Plan of ActionLearn the 4 fundamentals of Lasting ChangePlease help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.

Do you struggle with accepting money and embracing financial abundance in your business? For heart-centered coaches especially, navigating wealth can be a challenging task. Even though you are highly skilled and passionate about cultivating lasting change in your clients, you may feel limited by a lack of confidence around money or the negative connotations often associated with it. Maybe you know you deserve more financial freedom, but no matter how hard you hustle or how many numbers you crunch, you are not getting to where you want to be financially. Almost every business owner struggles with money at some stage. But here's the truth: Money is not the villain; it's a vital force that supports us in achieving our goals and empowers us (and those around us) to thrive in our zones of genius. While business tools and strategic planning can lead to greater financial success, manifesting wealth begins within ourselves. A spiritual money mindset is the key to being genuinely open to receiving the abundance you seek. I'm thrilled to explore the connection between financial abundance and spirituality today with Master Coach Jamie Berman. Not only do I admire Jamie so much as a human being, but we are aligned in how we approach supporting clients through change. Jamie blends everything from mindset and the nervous system to psychology and spirituality into one place for growth and expansion--she helps her clients step into the person they want to be and the business they want to have. You'll hear about Jamie’s transformational journey with money and how a spiritual money mindset will help you open up financially and feel more powerful as a human being, a coach, and a business owner. There is truly something for everyone in this episode.Manifesting wealth starts with the inner work you’re willing to do around money. You have the power to create what you want–when you tap into your spirituality and develop your understanding of how money intertwines with your life, you can accept the wealth coming your way. After all, you can’t run a business without money, and your business is what allows you to reach and uplift more people while doing what you love.Whatever your less-than-desirable money-related behaviors are–whether it's lack of money, hoarding of money, or anything else coming up–caring for our fears and a commitment to healing is the solution. Your relationship with money is multifaceted, and a more positive experience is possible for you. I can’t wait for you to hear all about it!What you’ll learn:How a spiritual money mindset helps coaches manifest wealthHow being with your emotions will expand your capacity to receiveWhy associating money with greed or power has more to do with our fears than realityAn exercise to help you understand the positive ripple effect money has in the worldWhy healing your relationship will enhance your journey as an entrepreneurRead the full show notes here.About Jamie BermanJamie Berman is a master certified coach with a background in Spiritual Psychology. She teaches the concept of Soulful Manifestation to entrepreneurs who want to make more money in a way that’s fully-aligned, and in service to their soul values. She became very passionate about this work after she made her first 100k in business the “old, outdated, overly-masculine” way, working long hours, listening to everyone else, and shutting down her intuition. She reached that 100k but was burnt out and depressed. She knew that this was not success, and there had to be a better way. That’s when she decided to experiment with a different way. She decided to slow way down, create more space, and bring her spirituality and manifestation into her business. That year, she ended up working about 1/4 the time her business exploded. She exceeded her income goal and went on to make a half-million the following year. She is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs do the same in her Money Manifestation Course and Soulful Six-Figure Mastermind.Podcast: https://jamieberman.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieberman_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moneymanifestationcoach Manifestation Workbook: https://jamieberman.com/manifestationworkbook/ Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Free resources:How to Create a Plan of ActionLearn the 4 fundamentals of Lasting ChangePlease help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.

Emotions are foundational in our overall well-being. They shape our relationships, affect our careers, and influence countless other areas where our clients seek support. Yet, for many of us and our clients, sometimes emotions can feel vague or ambiguous. Why? We were never taught to clearly identify our emotions and still may not have the language to articulate them. Understanding and accurately labeling the feelings we experience is crucial for mental health. If most people are unable to do this, that means we’ve got some work to do. But here’s the great news: Emotional capacity and intelligence are measurable and learnable–we can build them just like we build muscles. This is the essential skill we'll focus on in today’s podcast episode. The truth is, we are all going to face setbacks. But your emotional world–your skills, awareness, and connectedness surrounding your emotions–is one of the most vital components of your stability. To help you understand how significant our emotions are, I’ll share insights from the largest study on emotional intelligence and explore the current "emotional recession" impacting us and our clients. I’ll also take you through a relevant analogy to help you understand how emotions act as stabilizers and how to expand our emotional capacity—practically and powerfully.When we develop our knowledge around the power and importance of emotions–and understand what it means to truly connect with them–we can expand our capacity to navigate life. Building your emotional intelligence muscles as a coach not only allows you to show up powerfully for your clients and cultivate lasting change in their lives, but it also means you are increasing their awareness of the muscles that they need to strengthen. When we do this work—individually and collectively—we have more meaningful life experiences filled with purpose, gratitude, connection, and empathy. I can’t wait to show you how this is possible in today’s episode.What you’ll learn:Key summary points from the State of the Heart 2024 report on emotional intelligenceThe definition of “emotional recession” and how one is currently affecting all of usWhy many people lack the awareness to understand and label their emotions accuratelyA personal story that highlights the importance of emotional skills as a stabilization toolWhat it really means to be with our emotions and how skilled coaches guide clients through this processRead the full show notes here.Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Please help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.I have big news! We've got a live workshop coming up later this month. Sign up HERE to join the free live webinar where I will be teaching about the four fundamentals of lasting change.

Some of the most impactful moments in coaching occur when a client bumps up against resistance. Have you noticed this too?!... It can often seem like more of a barrier when our clients experience emotional resistance. However, highly skilled coaches (like my Master Coach client Sondra who you’ll hear from in this week’s podcast) know that resistance is actually a sign that transformation is near.  As Master-level coaches, we can use this as a tool to help our clients move forward in the most powerful way. When we recognize it with curiosity and compassion, resistance becomes a powerful ally in the healing process. Not only is understanding emotional resistance important for our clients, but it’s essential for us as coaches as well. In order to lead with great service and cultivate lasting change in our clients, we need to overcome the barrier of self-judgment and truly be open to a holistic approach to coaching–the importance of which becomes so much more clear when we have experienced it ourselves. In this blog (and this week’s podcast episode), we’ll explore how emotional resistance offers valuable insight, and how creating a safe, welcoming space allows clients to move through it with confidence and clarity. When we can master the art of navigating deep resistance we create client breakthroughs that make an impact on their lives.Effective emotional work begins with you as a coachFrom creating an effective plan of action to offering tools clients can use in daily life, there is one thing that is crucial for growth: a holistic view that not only uses mindset, but the nervous system and emotions as well. All three are essential, but here we’ll focus on the deep emotional work that so many clients need in order to thrive.When we support clients in their emotional journey, one of the most powerful things we can do is meet them exactly where they are. As most highly skilled coaches already know, this isn't about changing their emotions–that attitude will most likely be met with more resistance. We must show up for our clients with acceptance so they can recognize they are in a safe place to truly feel their emotions.Often clients are conflicted and struggling with judgment of themselves when they come to us. When you, as their coach, demonstrate genuine acceptance—free from expectations or opinions about how they “should” be—they begin to trust that it’s okay to show up exactly as they are. They can then let go of some of their self-judgment and start recognizing the deep work that needs to happen.Creating a safe, non-judgmental space is crucial to helping our clients move through emotional resistance. But in order to do this, we have to build that capacity within ourselves first. In Master Coach training, there are many skills and concepts that we spend time on to help us be better coaches: we learn about the nervous system, we work on tapping, and we're always talking about how we use cognitive coaching language to create safety and remove judgment. Developing these skills through knowledge is an amazing way to help your clients, but so much of the compassion we have for them comes from having done our own emotional work.How skilled coaches build trust in themselvesOne of the skills we cultivate in Master Coach training–and that I think is imperative for every human being, especially coaches–is to build the self-trust required to be able to be with our emotions no matter what they are. This is different from coping or “dealing” with our emotions–the ability to truly be with them and attend to them is so important. This is something we all have to learn as we go, but it's a good thing for you to consider: How capable do you feel of being with yourself in your emotions? Not just allowing a feeling, but are you able to actually be with yourself with care and compassion within your emotions? We are all typically uncomfortable with our own emotions–we see them as a problem to solve or something to fix. But when we push feelings away, we miss a key opportunity because our emotions are where internal safety is built. When we meet our emotions with presence instead of judgment, we develop the nurturing energy our clients are seeking.You're essentially co-regulating with your clients when you are grounded in your emotions. Your client can anchor themselves in the peace and that settled feeling even in the emotions they are feeling–and this safety is so important for their growth. You can read the full show notes here.About Sondra SperrySondra is a dedicated holistic life coach, certified through the Life Coach School in November 2022 and Master Coach certified through Molly Claire. With a focus on being a safe and ethical trauma-informed coach, Sondra brings empathy and understanding to her practice, helping others navigate their journeys of healing and personal growth. As a widow for six years, she has firsthand experience with grief, which adds depth to her coaching approach. In her spare time, she loves spending quality moments with her grandchildren and friends, and enjoys traveling to visit her children. An avid reader, Sondra also finds joy in volunteering at her church. Currently, she is diving into the art of sourdough baking, eager to master this delicious craft. Connect with Sondra to explore the transformative power of holistic coaching and embark on a journey of personal growth.Website: coachwithsondra.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondrasperryConnect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Free resources:How to Create a Plan of ActionLearn the 4 fundamentals of Lasting ChangePlease help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.I have big news! We've got a live workshop coming up later this month. Sign up HERE to join the free live webinar where I will be teaching about the four fundamentals of lasting change.

When I first began my own motherhood journey, surviving each day seemed to be the goal.  Can you relate? As women, the degree to which we can feel spread thin and overwhelmed by the emotional overload of becoming a mom can seem unbearable. And yet, I’ve come to learn that while “survival” mode can serve us from time to time, ultimately leaning into thriving is not only possible, but an incredible opportunity to expand our ability to impact our kids. I love supporting women in my work and have a special place in my heart for motherhood. This began early in my career when I wrote, The Happy Mom Mindset, and today I’m excited to share about a conversation I had with one of my very own Master Coach training clients, Heidi Allsop, on her podcast Raising Boys, Building Men. Heidi is a mom of five boys, and her podcast provides incredible insight into the challenges (and joys) of parenting, specifically when it comes to raising boys. I'm thrilled to rebroadcast this podcast episode and share some of the tools we discussed in this blog. Personally, I'm a mom to three amazing kids–two young adult boys and a teenage girl. Not only have I coached many women through their parenting challenges, but I have experienced my own firsthand. I know what it's like to navigate boys and their teenage years and all the emotions that come with it. Because of my holistic approach to coaching, I also know how vital understanding emotions is–in general for all of us, but especially when it comes to being there for our kids. So today, we are diving into all things emotions and teenage boys–a subject that touches many moms in a unique way. Every mom experiences her teenage son differently, so when we talk about teenage boys and their emotions, this can mean a few different things. Sometimes, it's big, loud emotions that present themselves in angry outbursts–an easy emotion for teenage boys to express. On the opposite end of the spectrum are boys with a lot of emotions coming up, but they stay silent and we don't know what they're thinking. The variety and unpredictability of emotions can make navigating raising boys–or any child–as a mom so difficult. So what do we do? How do we help them learn and navigate those emotions so they can keep developing through the years and become great people? After reading this blog, you'll take away strategies to help you.Whether you're a mom or not–and whether you have boys or not– this conversation will give you incredible insights into our emotional world as human beings–something that every coach needs to be aware of.Why emotional regulation is essential for momsAs moms, we often have the idea that we must gauge the emotions of the people around us: Where are we today? Are we up? Are we down? We believe there's a certain thing that we should do depending on what mood our kids are in. We end up focusing so much on trying to be a detective about something happening outside of us, and it's not a useful way to direct our time and energy–it's anxiety-producing, and it's not the answer or the solution. A better question to ask ourselves is, where am I today? When you wake up in the morning, take the time to say, what's my temperature? How am I doing? It is essential to pay attention to how we feel and ensure we're attending to our needs. Creating practices for better emotional regulation for ourselves is the foundation we need to be there for our kids no matter what mood they're in.How to create safety in your relationship with your kidsI train coaches and have completed several different training programs. At the beginning of every single one of my training sessions, first and foremost, I teach that the number one indicator of success in terms of what their clients will experience or achieve with them is the relationship and connection between client and coach. That's not to say that the methods and modalities aren't necessary, but a sense of safety is the most essential because it allows people to have trust in their coach.This is highly relevant to us as moms. As a mom, you are hoping that your child will be receptive, that they will desire to come to you, and that they will trust and rely on you. In order for that to be possible we need to be a safe space for our kids. One of the most important ways we can create that safety is to meet them where they are. This may mean physically–going to where he's playing Xbox to just sit by him, pop some popcorn and watch him play. We also need to meet our kids where they are emotionally–not guessing where they are, but really meeting them where they are. All moms are doing their bestAfter listening to the podcast episode, I want you to have hope about overcoming parenting challenges and modeling emotional regulation for your kids. This is something I teach, but it's also something I still have to practice, and I will be practicing this for the rest of my life the same way you do. This is an ongoing journey of working with our emotions and ourselves. All moms are doing our best, and your best may be better than you think.You can read the full show notes here.About Heidi AllsopHeidi Allsop is a Certified Life Coach, Social Worker, and proud Mom of five sons. Known as the Boy Mom Coach, Heidi specializes in empowering moms to strengthen their relationship with their sons, so they can truly enjoy him at every age. With nearly three decades of experience, Heidi understands the challenges of raising boys in today’s world. Her Strong Moms, Strong Sons philosophy has transformed families, helping moms navigate the tumultuous years from middle school to manhood, fostering a lifelong bond with their boys.Website: https://www.heidiallsopcoaching.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidiallsopcoaching/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heidiallsopcoaching/ The ‘BoyMoms” Blueprint: https://heidiallsopcoaching.myflodesk.com/boymomblueprint Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Free resources:How to Create a Plan of ActionLearn the 4 fundamentals of Lasting ChangePlease help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.I have big news! We've got a live workshop coming up later this month. Sign up HERE to join the free live webinar where I will be teaching about the four fundamentals of lasting change.

Today, we're diving deep into something I have discussed many times from a slightly different perspective. Almost every coach faces challenges when we realize that in addition to doing the work we love, we also have to run a business. The idea and practice of having a coaching business can be overwhelming, but it certainly doesn't have to be. If you want to build a coaching business that reflects your values—where deep relationships, service, and long-term sustainability are front and center—this blog is for you. It's so common to hear about the goals and strategies of other business owners and coaches and think you need to do everything they are doing. BUT, that’s not true.  Not even close.  Everyone has different values, different gifts, and different desires. The key to the real success you are craving, is a unique business that comes out of your natural abilities and human connection. I interviewed Caryn Gillen on the podcast - she is a powerhouse. Caryn helps coaches create businesses they “don't have to recover from.” Wow, if that’s not a statement, I don’t know what is. She shows coaches that their businesses can work for who they are as a person and the life that they have. Your coaching business can serve your clients, you, your family, and the community you live in–and that's what you'll hear about in this blog.Caryn and I are aligned in our mission in this regard.  In fact, this is exactly what called me to reach out to her for an interview. We both believe that a business built with authenticity is one that puts our clients' best interests at the forefront of what we do. I can't wait for you to read more about this here.  You’ll realize that you're not just building any business, you are building your business–and there are so many ways to help you make your business work for you so you can do what you love without the overwhelm. Why your coaching skills are also your sales skillsI want to highlight one beneficial idea for us to consider as coaches building our business. There are activities in our business that are quick-win activities, and then there are activities that are more for long-term growth. There's not an exact line that is differentiated, but one example is the goal of growing your email list–that will promote long-term growth. But if you're focusing all your energy on growing your list, that will probably not bring in a new client immediately. The connections you make and the discussions you engage in will be the key activities that attract your clients.When it comes to these meaningful relationships, I like to remind my Master Coaches that they are people who want to help and make a difference. We don't become coaches because we are simply “looking for a way to make money.” We begin because we love coaching and connecting with people. Since this is our focus, it's easy to think that we're just not good at sales or marketing. But caring about people–genuinely caring about them–is selling.You can build a consistent and sustainable coaching businessCaryn has been in business and been a business coach for many years. She has excellent insight into some of the best things she did when first starting and some shifts she made in order to create more sustainability in her coaching business. When Caryn became a coach 15 years ago, she charged $20 a session. She is still in touch with one of her clients who paid that price, and he has referred people to her who have paid full price now. This story emphasizes the importance of a relationship-based coaching business. Initially, Caryn was willing to say yes to anything that got her working with clients, getting a dollar through the door, and getting her some experience. She didn't make up a whole bunch of rules about what it needed to look like or that it had to be scalable later–that was the key to being comfortable in her coaching business. I want you to think about the ideas offered in this blog and what they mean for you and your coaching business. Check out the podcast interview to hear more of the conversation and insights too. If you are a highly skilled coach who is overwhelmed by your business, are the "rules" you see online and from other business owners holding you back from thriving as a salesperson? How can building relationships and connections–something you already know you excel at as a coach–help you grow your coaching business with sustainability and consistency at the forefront? Remember, your business is yours. It needs to work for you and your life, and with the tools and advice in this blog and the podcast interview, it can. You can read the full show notes here.About Caryn GillenCaryn Gillen is not your average business coach. She's been in on the online space for 15 years and supporting humans through change work for even longer. She's been amidst a sea of family businesses, a few of which are in their second generation. She helps people do business their way so it's sustainable... and fun.Website: https://caryngillen.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caryngillen/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryngillen/   Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coach-business/id1559453393Free guide: https://caryngillen.lpages.co/5ways/ Connect with Molly ClaireMolly's Website: MollyClaire.ComMaster Coach Training 2026 Application Open Have a question or thoughts about the podcast? Don’t hesitate to contact Molly at:Instagram | Molly Claire Coaching IGmolly@mollyclaire.comFacebookMolly’s book: The Happy Mom Mindset: mollyclaire.com/book Please help Molly reach even more like-minded individuals! Simply post a review of the podcast on your favorite platform (or two). It is so appreciated.Hello, listeners! Are you a female business owner, looking for awesome support as you build your business and following? Well, I've got great news for you, and it’s free! Right now, we are gearing up for the Fusion Summit. This summit is filled with incredible speakers, everyone from PR to web design to marketing emails. I am so excited to bring a free training to this summit where I will be presenting about how to master emotional resiliency as a female business owner. You can sign up HERE for free or purchase a VIP pass. You don’t want to miss out!