Why I Switched from ChatGPT to Claude (And Got Scammed Along the Way): Embracing AI in Coaching
I have a confession to make. I almost published an entire podcast episode about switching to Claude... only to discover I'd been using a scam platform called Chatly the whole time. Not my finest moment — but honestly, it turned into one of the most valuable lessons I've learned about navigating AI as a coach.
In this episode, I'm sharing the whole story: what happened, what I got wrong, and what I've learned now that I'm actually using the real Claude. I'm also diving into why I made the switch from ChatGPT in the first place, what's genuinely different about the two platforms, and how you can make the transition yourself if you're curious.
Here's what I'm covering:
- The Chatly scam and why I'm sharing this story (hint: you might be next if you're not careful)
- Anthropic's ethical principles and why they matter to me as a coach
- The real differences between Claude and ChatGPT — what's actually true vs. what I thought was true
- How to move to Claude without falling for third-party scams
- Why the temptation to ditch AI altogether got stronger after this experience — and why I pushed through anyway
- Five creative ways coaches can use AI to support (not replace) their work
- How to approach AI with discernment, not blind trust
Whether you're AI-curious, AI-resistant, or somewhere in between, this episode is about finding your footing in a landscape that's changing faster than any of us can keep up with.
Resources & Links:
- Claude (the real one): claude.ai (to import memory, use this page: https://claude.com/import-memory)
- Anthropic's approach to AI safety: anthropic.com
- Reach out to me: [email protected]
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I’m Wendy McCallum — a coach, mentor, and former lawyer who’s spent the last 15 years helping people build lives and businesses they actually want to wake up to. When I first left law, I had no guidebook for how to do this coaching thing. I floundered — hard. I undercharged, overthought, and overinvested in shiny solutions that didn’t really move the needle. But every mistake taught me something, and eventually, I built the kind of coaching practice I once only dreamed about — one that’s profitable, sustainable, and full of work I truly love. Today, I coach two kinds of people: ✨ Busy professionals who are ready to make big, meaningful changes — whether that's finding balance, recovering from burnout, or rethinking their relationship with alcohol. ✨ And newer coaches who are building their businesses from the ground up and want a clear, sustainable path forward without all the gimmicks and noise. Whether I’m helping someone simplify their business or reclaim their personal life, the heart of my work is the same: giving smart, capable people the clarity, encouragement, and real-world tools they need to move forward — in a way that feels good, not overwhelming. If you’re ready for something better — in your work, your life, or your business — you’re in the right place. And I’m so glad you’re here. IMPORTANT: Blog content including Wendy's podcasts are for information purposes only and not intended in any way to be health advice. Please see full Terms of Use, by clicking on the link in the footer of this page, for details.
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