Hosting a retreat can be an amazing way to expand your coaching services, add a new revenue stream, and create meaningful experiences for your clients. But what goes into planning and pulling off a successful retreat? If the idea of hosting your own event feels equal parts intriguing and overwhelming—today's episode will help with that. 

This week, we're chatting with my friend and fellow coach, Hana Hein. Hana is somatics and soul coach, and an expert in leading transformational retreats. We talk about the intricacies of planning and hosting retreats as a coach, including:

✅ Effective planning practices to help you get ready for your retreat

✅ All things pricing—including Hana's go-to pricing and risk mitigation strategies

✅ How to create compelling messaging around your event (and avoid some common retreat marketing pitfalls)

✅ How to manage your own energy as a retreat host, bake in downtime, and ensure a great experience for everyone (including you). 

By the end of this episode, you'll h...

In this episode of The Coaching Edge, I tackle one of the biggest struggles many coaches face: pricing.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about what to charge or struggled to communicate the value of your services, you’re not alone. Imposter syndrome, a lack of confidence in the value you provide, and difficulty with sales can all make setting your prices feel like a daunting task. This episode makes it easier!

Here’s the thing—your value is not just about the time you spend with clients, it’s about the transformation you provide. I dive deep into the mindset shifts and actionable steps that will help you price with confidence and take your coaching business to the next level.

What I Discuss:

1. Building Confidence in Your Value
You can’t price effectively if you don’t fully believe in the value you bring to your clients. In this episode, I share how to build confidence in your value and justify your pricing—whether you’re offering one-on-one sessions or group programs.

2. Understanding t...

In this episode of The Coaching Edge, Christy Osborne and I discuss the use of live events as a way to sell coaching offers. We share our experiences and insights from running live events and provide valuable tips for coaches who are considering this strategy. We emphasize the importance of building like, know, and trust with potential clients and highlight the benefits of collaboration and co-hosting. We also discuss the expectations and conversion rates associated with live events and offer advice on creating a live event funnel. We're giving you a realistic and practical perspective on using live events as a marketing tool in your coaching practice.

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Hi Coach! Let's talk about AI and how to use it in your coaching business!

In this episode, Christy Osborne and I discuss the use of AI in coaching. We dive into the topic of AI, addressing the resistance some coaches may have towards using it. Our conversation covers various ways to use AI, including creating niche statements, course outlines, show notes, titles, and social media ideas. We emphasize the importance of tweaking and personalizing the AI-generated content to align with your voice and audience.

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Hi coach! In this episode of The Coaching Edge, we’ll discuss the importance of goal setting and how it should be an ongoing practice. I emphasize the value of setting specific revenue goals for business success, and I’ll also introduce the concept of setting goals based on how we want to feel rather than what we want to achieve.

Reflecting on progress and achievements is an essential step in goal setting. I’ll suggest focusing on supporting specific clients and improving coaching skills. I also encourage you to take control of your personal growth outside of the business and take risks to overcome fear. Tune in to get some of my best tips about goal setting in your personal and professional life.

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Hi Coaches! 

In this episode of The Coaching Edge, I talk with SEO and content specialist Keri Engel to discuss the basics of SEO for coaches. We’ll cover topics such as understanding SEO, creating content for SEO, optimizing website pages, building organic traffic, and the importance of blogging using clear and straightforward language. 

Keri shares tips around researching keywords and phrases, utilizing Google search and forums, leveraging Reddit for SEO, repurposing content, optimizing titles and subheadings, overcoming content overwhelm, and using AI for content creation. This is a must-listen episode for anyone looking to up their SEO game!

Get in touch with Keri here: https://kerilynnengel.com/

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Hi coaches, in this episode of The Coaching Edge, we’ll talk about burnout prevention for coaches.

I share my personal experience with burnout and how it led me to become a burnout coach. I emphasize the importance of outsourcing tasks that drain your energy and focusing on the parts of your business that you love.

I’ll also provide tips for setting financial goals, setting boundaries, adopting a beta mindset, and managing social media. I encourage coaches to track red flags and make positive changes to prevent burnout.

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In this episode of The Coaching Edge, we’ll discuss the concept of back-end memberships as a way for coaches to create group coaching programs. Back-end memberships are small coaching groups sold to clients who have already completed a one-on-one program.

I’ll highlight the benefits of back-end memberships, such as selling to a warm audience and curating a community. I share my own experience of starting a back-end membership for coaching around alcohol and burnout. I provide practical advice on starting a waitlist, launching a beta program, and partnering with another coach.

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Tune in to the latest episode of The Coaching Edge podcast, where I have a dynamic chat with the incredible Becky Keen, a Master Coach and sales expert. Becky and I explore the secrets to selling your coaching services with ease. Unveiling the importance of believing wholeheartedly in the value of your coaching offer, we navigate through the nuances of transparent pricing, addressing the perennial dilemma of whether to display prices on your website.

We also discuss the difference between making an invitation versus a convincing sales pitch and share valuable insights on how to transition from “I hate sales” to “I love sales calls. Bring them on.” 

From the dangers of underpricing to the myths surrounding high-ticket offers, we dismantle the traditional, pushy patriarchal sales model, paving the way for a more authentic, organic, and feminine approach that resonates not only with coaches but also with their clients.

If you've ever felt the discomfort of selling, this episode is yo...

Hey coaches, welcome back to another insightful episode of the Coaching Edge! In this edition, I dive into the world of coach collaborations, exploring key considerations before embarking on a joint coaching venture or program. Partnerships can be a fantastic way to amplify your impact and reach, but success and profit lie in careful planning and alignment.

Tune in as I break down essential questions to ask before entering a coaching partnership. From assessing compatibility in coaching styles and personal rapport to addressing content contribution, coaching time, platform hosting, and marketing strategies, I cover it all. 

Learn about ownership of content, potential spinoff benefits, and how to navigate the financial aspects, ensuring a fair and harmonious collaboration. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just stepping into the world of partnerships, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you build successful and sustainable collaborations in the coaching space. Don'...