The Thriving Coaches Podcast
Jamie Smart
Sunday Times bestselling author, keynote speaker and executive coach, Jamie Smart, hosts The Thriving Coaches Podcast. In this show he works with coaches and other transformation professionals (trainers, therapists, consultants etc) to help them break through their limiting beliefs and grow their practices. You'll also hear Jamie coaching people who want to transition from full time employment to something more fulfilling and on-purpose for them. In the process, you'll get to eavesdrop on these powerful sessions and uncover the key insights, realizations and distinctions that you can use to grow your practice, have a bigger impact on your clients and live a life you love. Jamie Smart’s books include the number 1 bestselling CLARITY: Clear Mind, Better Performance, Bigger Results, The Little Book of Clarity and The Profitable Coaches Scorecard: The 10 Multipliers Growing or Slowing Your Professional Practice. His third book, RESULTS: Think Less, Achieve More (foreword by Shaa Wasmund MBE) became a Sunday Times Business Bestseller in December 2016 and his latest book, The Little Book of Results was released in April 2018.
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Oct 15, 2025 • 5min
#151 - Where Real Change Comes From
Transformation stems from deep reflection, where a coach serves as a mirror for self-discovery. Emphasizing presence, Jamie connects with his own truth to inspire others. The concept of namaste highlights our shared divinity, creating a unified space for growth. He argues that true change relies on love and understanding rather than techniques. Exploring the inside-out perspective, he redefines creation, suggesting we are one spiritual being experiencing life through various personas. Embrace the essence of consciousness!
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Oct 9, 2025 • 4min
#151 - “Why hire a coach when ChatGPT is free?” | AI, Coaching & the Human Spirit
The discussion centers on a compelling question: Why hire a coach when AI tools like ChatGPT are free? Insights reveal how AI excels in diagnostics but lacks the human touch essential for deep personal growth. The host emphasizes that while AI can provide useful tips, it cannot replace the profound insights a human coach offers. The irreplaceable role of the human spirit in coaching is highlighted, suggesting a spiritual approach as the future path for authentic transformation. It's a thought-provoking take on navigating the evolving relationship between coaching and technology.
Oct 3, 2025 • 7min
#150 - The Unexpected Power of Knowing What You Want
Discover the transformative power of truly knowing what you want. Explore how stating desired outcomes can activate your nervous system and direct your experiences. Delve into coaching that prioritizes awakening over mere goal-setting, guiding clients to connect with their soul’s guidance. Learn about the Energy, Soul, and Personality triangle model for deeper insights into personal development. This discussion reveals that clarity in desires can lead to unexpected changes.
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Sep 26, 2025 • 4min
#149 - AI, Coaching & the Data You Can’t Ignore
Discover how AI is reshaping the coaching landscape and the surprising ways people are leveraging chatbots for therapy and companionship. Convenience emerges as a key factor driving AI adoption, leaving traditional coaching options feeling threatened. Jamie shares insights on early predictions about computerization and the unique value human coaches still hold in fostering deep transformational work. With AI's rapid evolution, the future of coaching looks both daunting and exciting.
Sep 12, 2025 • 5min
#148 - The #1 Enrollment Question (and Why Most Coaches Miss It)
👉 Get your free Inner Stressbuster + a shot of Clarity every Friday: www.JamieSmart.com This week’s episode is a short extract from a recent Clarity Coaches Tribe call. It’s Jamie’s response to a participant’s question about the foundation of enrollment conversations — the single most important question you need to be able to answer. On the surface, it looks simple. But most coaches either miss it completely or don’t explore it deeply enough. And the moment you really see it, everything changes. Maybe you already have a hunch about what the question is… Listen in and find out.
Aug 22, 2025 • 4min
#147 - Humanity’s “Final Exam” - with Jamie Smart
👉 Get your free Inner Stressbuster + a shot of Clarity every Friday. Subscribe now: www.JamieSmart.com Earlier this month, I shared a private Masterclass with Clarity Coaches graduates, exploring the impact of AI, the shifts we’re all living through, and what this means for coaches, awakeners and changeworkers. This video is a short extract from that session. In it, I share one of my favourite Buckminster Fuller quotes about humanity being in its “final exam”… and reflect on what that means in these extraordinary times. I also explore the strange juxtaposition between humanity’s greatest powers and our deepest fragility — and why it looks to me like we may be standing on the edge of a very different relationship with each other and the world. Big love, Jamie
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Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 6min
#146 - Behind the Scenes of a £50K Coaching Package: What Really Happens
Ian Russell, a retired psychiatrist turned artist and speaker, shares insights from his transformative year-long coaching experience with Jamie Smart. He reveals the profound changes he underwent, emphasizing the significance of self-care and personal responsibility. The conversation dives into the intricacies of coaching relationships, discussing how trust and calibration play vital roles in personal growth. Ian also addresses audience questions about long-term commitments and the criteria for selecting clients, providing a unique peek into the behind-the-scenes of high-ticket coaching.
Jul 30, 2025 • 1h
#145- High Ticket Coaching, Enrollment & Impact A Real Client Journey Unpacked
In this engaging conversation, executive coach and author Russell Davis shares his transformative journey after enrolling in a high-ticket coaching package. He reflects on pivotal moments that led to his decision and the unfolding of his coaching experience. Russell emphasizes the importance of embracing a bigger vision for oneself before effectively enrolling others. The discussion highlights mindset shifts, building authentic client relationships, and the impact of personal growth on financial success in coaching.
Jul 18, 2025 • 4min
#144 - The Hidden Structure Behind the Words People Say
This week, I’m sharing a short clip from one of my advanced programmes on something I see as hugely important: the hidden structure behind the words people say—and how that affects the way we listen, speak, and make an impact. Every word you hear is pointing to something much deeper. And once that really lands, it opens up a whole new level of clarity and connection. And guess what? It’s not just the words you hear; it’s behind the words you say, too! That’s why this one’s especially relevant if you’re a coach, teacher, awakener—or anyone who wants to have a transformative impact through language and presence. Big love, Jamie 🔗www.jamiesmart.com
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Jul 4, 2025 • 5min
#143 - When Money Slips Away: Here’s Why
This discussion delves into the intriguing ways people relate to money and the emotions it stirs. A powerful metaphor likens money to a pet, revealing how our mindset can influence our financial experiences. By shifting perspectives, one can transform feelings of scarcity into abundance. The insights shared encourage listeners to rethink their approach to wealth and embrace a healthier, more positive relationship with finances.
