
Best Damn Coach Podcast: Conversations for coaches, mentors, and service providers to grow a profitable coaching business
The Best Damn Coach Podcast is the premier podcast for coaches who want to grow a profitable coaching business and master their coaching craft. Master Coach and creator of the Best Damn Coach Program and the Framework Builder Lab, Amanda Walker, brings her 25+ years of experience as a coach to each episode. She teaches you how to run a profitable coaching business and confidently coach your clients. The goal of this show is to help you be the best damn coach you can be so your clients get amazing results and tell the world about you. This podcast is for coaches, mentors, solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, and online service providers who want to create a big impact with their gifts and make money doing it.
If you want to build a profitable coaching business and be a confident coach, you are in the right place.
This show will provide answers to questions like:
*How do I make money as a coach?
*How much should I charge for my coaching services?
*How do I find clients?
*How do I get my clients consistent results?
*How do I build my signature coaching framework?
*How do I create an offer that converts?
*How do I market my coaching services?
*What type of coaching works best?
*How do I get more confident as a coach?
To connect with Amanda and learn more about her work, visit www.amanda-walker.com
Latest episodes

Feb 21, 2025 • 9min
(LIVE COACHING) Coaching Clinic Friday: Are You Selling Coaching or Results?
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yours. This week: Are You Selling Coaching or Results?

Feb 18, 2025 • 32min
The Game-Changing Strategy That Exploded Her Coaching Business (From 2 to 25 Clients!)
Join me as I chat with Dr. Angelyn Franks, a visionary coach who transformed her practice from just two clients to an impressive roster of 25. Her secret? A simple yet powerful strategy many coaches overlook: small-bite offers. Angelyn shares how this approach can help you break free from the feast-or-famine cycle, build trust with clients, and create sustainable income streams. If you're a high-achieving coach struggling to attract your dream clients, this conversation is for you. Plus, I’m thrilled to announce my Small Bite Offer Live Training on March 4 and 11, where I’ll teach you the exact method I used to generate 71 months of consistent five-figure income—and turn a $79 offer into a six-figure revenue stream. Ready to create real momentum in 2025? Join me at Amanda-Walker.com/smallbite. Connect with Dr. Angelyn Franks on Instagram @dr.angelynfranks for resources to manage burnout and build a sustainable career.

Feb 14, 2025 • 9min
(LIVE COACHING) Coaching Clinic Friday: Positioning Facebook Groups as the Best Platform for Your Business
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yours. This week: Pricing Strategies: Positioning Facebook Groups as the Best Platform for Your Business

Feb 11, 2025 • 26min
How To Overcome The Trust Recession
Are you tired of feeling invisible in a coaching market drowning in empty promises and fake gurus? The Trust Recession isn't just a buzzword—it's the brutal reality threatening every coach's business right now. Imagine a world where clients see through manipulative marketing. Where authenticity isn't just a trendy hashtag, but your most powerful business strategy. Where you don't just survive, but become the coach everyone wants to work with. That world starts now. I'm going to show you exactly how to cut through the noise, rebuild trust, and position yourself as the go-to expert in your niche. No fluff. No fake tactics. Just real strategies that actually work. Ready to position yourself as a trusted authority? My free workshop, "How to Find Clients Workshop" will give you the exact blueprint to stand out in a skeptical market. Or for those ready to dive deeper, my Small Bite Offer Intensive program will give you the exact blueprint to build trust-based offerings that convert. The coaching industry is at a crossroads. You can either keep fighting the trust recession, or you can use it to your advantage. The choice – and the opportunity – is yours.

Feb 7, 2025 • 5min
(LIVE COACHING) Coaching Clinic Friday: Pricing Strategies: Balancing Upfront Investments and Payment Plans
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yours. This week: Pricing Strategies: Balancing Upfront Investments and Payment Plans

Feb 4, 2025 • 21min
How To Get Clients In 2025
Want to explode your coaching business in 2025? 🚀 Getting clients in 2025 requires a combination of strategic thinking, consistent action, and a willingness to adapt to the changing landscape of the coaching industry. By increasing touch points, providing social proof, getting specific in your communication, and offering small bite offers, you can attract more clients, build a thriving business, and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you serve. Ready to take your coaching business to the next level? Sign up for our free workshop on "How to Get Clients in 2025." This workshop will provide you with actionable strategies and tips to help you attract more clients and grow your business. Click here to register for the workshop: www.amanda-walker.com/get

Jan 31, 2025 • 10min
(LIVE COACHING) Coaching Clinic Friday: The Secret to Finding Your Coaching "Sweet Spot"
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yours. This week: The Secret to Finding Your Coaching "Sweet Spot"

Jan 28, 2025 • 35min
Why Your Messaging Is Your Secret Weapon with Helen Thacker
Ever wondered how some coaches seem to effortlessly attract their ideal clients? The secret weapon is powerful messaging. Join me and messaging expert Helen Thacker as we unlock the secrets to crafting compelling messaging that speaks directly to your dream clients' souls. Discover why specificity and empathy are crucial for attracting the right clients, and how consistent messaging can transform your coaching business. Plus, Helen shares her incredible story of tripling her business by refining her messaging and focusing on her zone of genius! Want to dive deeper into the power of messaging with Helen's expert guidance? Connect with her on Instagram (@helentthacker) and request her free PDF guide, "Crafting Content to Attract Your Ideal Clients." It's packed with actionable strategies to help you refine your messaging and attract your dream clients. Ready to elevate your messaging to the next level in 2025? Join me at the upcoming BDC Live event in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 7-8th! We'll dive deep into messaging mastery and other strategies to elevate your coaching business. Grab your tickets now at https://amanda-walker.com/bdc-live/. I can't wait to see you there!

Jan 24, 2025 • 10min
(LIVE COACHING) Coaching Clinic Friday: Niche Down to Light You Up and Attract Your Dream Clients
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yours. This week: Niche Down to Light You Up and Attract Your Dream Clients

Jan 21, 2025 • 21min
The Subtle (and Not-So-Subtle) Signs You’re Ready to Rise
Are you a coach who's feeling the call to expand and grow your business, but maybe you're not sure if the signs are there? In this episode, I'm going to walk you through the subtle and not-so-subtle indicators that it's time to take your coaching to the next level. I'll share my own journey of recognizing the internal visions and discomfort that led me to create my upcoming BDC Live event. I know it can be scary to lean into that growth, but I'm here to tell you that the discomfort is your compass - it's pointing you towards the expansion you're ready for. Ready to take your coaching business to new heights? Head to amanda-walker.com/bdc-live to secure your spot at the upcoming BDC Live event on April 7-8, 2025 in Phoenix. This 2-day, action-packed experience is designed to help you become the best damn coach you can be. Not only will you gain powerful insights and strategies, but you'll also have the chance to network with like-minded coaches who are on a similar journey of growth and expansion. Plus, I'm offering a special VIP dinner the night before the event for an intimate group of attendees. Don't let fear or doubt hold you back any longer. If you're feeling the call to expand, this is your sign. Go to https://amanda-walker.com/bdc-live/ to grab your ticket before they sell out. I can't wait to see you there and help propel your coaching business to new heights.