Mastering Coaching Skills

In this episode, I introduce the concept of strategic procrastination. It's a powerful tool that can help you overcome resistance and get more done in your business. By intentionally choosing activities that prime your brain for the task at hand, you can make it easier to tackle even the most challenging projects. Whether you struggle with writing emails, recording your podcast, or any other aspect of your coaching practice, this strategy can help you break through the resistance and get things done. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/224

Discover a powerful formula designed to help you tackle any project or goal effectively. The discussion emphasizes breaking down your ambitions into four crucial components: idea, strategy, commitment, and obstacles. Gain insight into achieving clarity and formulating actionable plans. Learn valuable tips on applying this approach with your coaching clients to empower them on their journeys. Overcome challenges and stay motivated as you work towards success in both personal and professional development!

In this discussion with Lindsey Mango, a life and business coach specializing in personal and professional integration, listeners discover how to prepare for a maternity leave in their coaching practice without guilt. Lindsey shares her mindset shifts, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and empowering clients. She also discusses financial planning and the significance of adapting business structures during life transitions. The conversation offers practical strategies for balancing personal milestones with professional responsibilities.

Kirsty Knight is a certified coach and hypnosis expert specializing in helping women entrepreneurs tackle time and productivity challenges. In a candid conversation, she shares her journey through emotional struggles and the importance of self-care and support. Kirsty discusses navigating burnout, finding emotional wealth, and the transformative power of self-compassion. She reflects on the struggles of conflicting advice in coaching and emphasizes resilience and personal growth. Her insights inspire listeners to trust the process and embrace their own journeys.

Missy shares her experience of creating and delivering a workshop as part of my Summer Project offer. She walks us through the process of designing the workshop, promoting it, and evaluating its success. Along the way, she shares valuable insights and lessons learned that any coach can apply to their own business. If you've been considering hosting a workshop but aren't sure where to start, this episode is for you. Missy's story will inspire you to take action and give you practical tips to make your workshop a success. Get ready to learn, grow, and expand your reach as a coach! Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/220

In this episode, I share a powerful strategy for planning your coaching business in quarterly sprints. By dedicating each quarter to a specific project or focus area, you can make steady progress without getting bogged down or distracted. Whether you're a new coach just starting out or a seasoned pro looking to level up, this approach can help you stay on track and achieve your goals. I walk you through how to choose your quarterly projects, create a realistic plan, and navigate obstacles along the way. Plus, I share some examples from my own business and how this method has helped me launch successful programs like The Coach Lab. If you're ready to bring more clarity and intention to your coaching practice in 2025, this episode is a must-listen! Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/219

I have a simple yet powerful exercise you can use to reflect on your coaching business over the past 12 months. Whether you're feeling on top of the world or like you've been struggling through the muck, this process will help you gain valuable clarity and perspective. Tune in to start your year-end review of 2024. I discuss the importance of celebration and show you how to begin identifying your main focuses. I also ask you key questions to evaluate what worked, what didn't, and what you want more of in the coming year. By the end of this episode, you'll have a clear picture of where you've been and where you want to go next. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/218

Get ready to embrace the power of taking time off! I share my experience with completely closing my business for two weeks every year during the holidays. But you can use what I discuss today at any time of year. While it may seem daunting at first, intentionally planning time off can provide much-needed rest, rejuvenation, and space for creativity. Discover the benefits of proactively scheduling downtime in your business, whether it's during the holidays or another time of year that works best for you. Learn how to communicate with clients, plan ahead, and truly allow yourself to step away and recharge. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/217

I'm joined by Temetria McVea, a life coach who specializes in helping women in midlife navigate these transitions. Temetria is in my Advanced Certification. This episode is specifically about the project that she did in Certification and all the work she did in developing self-trust in her coaching and her incredible offerings. Discover how Temetria McVea became a coach for women in midlife, and how she created a concept to help her clients navigate transitions and create the life they really want. Temetria shares how she found her formula as a general life coach, and how she created transformation in her own life after deciding she wanted a change. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/216

Angela Jowers is a general life coach, and you know I love a general life coach. Her clients are high-achieving women in midlife from all walks of life who are stressed out and overwhelmed. She's also a program manager for a larger coaching organization. Drawing from all her experience in the coaching industry, Angela is full of tips for making your VIP days a success for both you and your clients. Hear Angela's insights and the behind-the-scenes details of creating her VIP day offering for her clients. Angela shares how she used my Summer Project group coaching program to plan, execute, and evaluate her very first VIP day. She also breaks down the key decisions she made, what she included in the day, and the biggest lessons she learned. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/215