Coaching is a numbers game, and we want you to win it.But as coaches, we’re great at listening to our intuition but not so good at listening to the numbers. This is a big mistake that can lead to even bigger problems.Every business hits a few bumps, and coaching is no different. But before you try to fix an issue in your business based on a gut feeling, let’s get into the numbers.Welcome back to season seven of the Coach Pony podcast, where we are always focused on cutting through the noise...

You’ve done your training, landed on a business model and a niche, developed an offer, and set your prices; now, how do you find clients?Let’s dig in!Welcome back to season seven of the Coach Pony podcast where cut through the noise and show you how to launch your coaching business fast.When marketing your coaching business, it's tempting to spread yourself thin across numerous platforms such as social media, YouTube, podcasts, and blogging. However, this approach can be ineffective and lead...

To have predictable income as a coach, you need a sales funnel.Now, the words “sales” and “funnel” might bring up some feelings about not wanting to be sleazy and salesy or worry that it’s going to be overwhelming to get set up and running.A sales funnel does not need to use sleazy tactics or be super complicated.So what makes a good sales funnel tick? Let’s break it down. Welcome back to season seven of the Coach Pony podcast, where we are going to cut through the noise and show you how to...

Setting your pricing can feel fraught and stressful. You might worry if you go too high, no one will hire you. And if you go too low, you won’t be able to support yourself. And you might have your own personal money story trying to take the wheel.Been there.So today, I will provide you with practical advice on how to confidently price your coaching services, guiding you through the process and helping you make informed decisions.Welcome back to season seven of the Coach Pony podcast, where we...

More offers and ways to work with you means you’re covering all the bases for your niche, which leads to more clients and more money. Right?More is not more, y’all. Welcome back to season seven of the Coach Pony podcast, where we cut through the noise and show you how to launch your coaching business fast. You can’t launch your business and get people to hire you without a great offer. But a lot of new coaches fall into the trap of thinking more offers means more sales. Today we’re going to...

When I first started as a coach, I thought the more people I could appeal to, the better. Serving multiple niches could only expand my reach and earning opportunities, right?Wrong. So wrong. And today, I’m going to explain why.Welcome back to Season 7 of the Coach Pony podcast, where we are focused on helping you build your business… fast!Choosing a niche is not just important; it's a game-changer for a coach. It may sound counterintuitive, but you will actually serve more people and make...

When you start your coaching business, it's common to have a simple goal of "finding more clients and making more money." However, as you delve into the process of attracting clients and generating income, all of the options can be overwhelming – the FOMO is real. We are here to guide you through this maze and provide a clear path forward. The crucial question to ask yourself is, "What kind of business do I really want?" This question is fundamental to making well-informed decisions about...

Are you thinking about launching your own coaching business and feeling anxious or doubtful? You are not alone. We’ve been there, too, and we’re here to help.Welcome to season seven of the Coach Pony podcast!In this podcast, we are always focused on helping you get paid to coach.This season, we will cut through the noise and show you how to launch your coaching business fast! So strap in and get ready to step on the gas!In today’s episode, I want to talk about some of the most common concerns...

Sales calls. You know you need to make them, but if you’re a new coach, you might not know where to begin or what it should sound like.And that’s where we come in.In this very cheesy eighties-themed season of the podcast, join me, Christie Mims, a career and business coach, and Bobbi Palmer, a dating coach, as we answer your burning questions about your coaching business. Bobbi and I have built six and seven-figure businesses of our own, and we’ve learned a thing or two along the way. And...

Can you really make six figures or more as a coach?Every new coach asks themselves this at some point. You might have a day job that you’re not sure if you can quit. Maybe you’re trying to figure out the kind of business model you should use in order to meet your income goals. We’re here to help.In this very cheesy eighties-themed season of the podcast, join me, Christie Mims, a career and business coach, and Bobbi Palmer, a dating coach, as we answer your burning questions about your...

Sometimes, we all just need a break.But how can you step away from your coaching business without losing money?That’s what we’re digging into today.In this very cheesy eighties-themed season of the podcast, join me, Christie Mims, a career and business coach, and Bobbi Palmer, a dating coach, as we answer your burning questions about your coaching business. Bobbi and I have built six and seven-figure businesses of our own, and we’ve learned a thing or two along the way. And now, we’re sharing...

At some point, your coaching business is going to get busy. Or maybe things are already starting to pick up and you feel like you need some help, ASAP. When should you hire someone? And who should they be?That’s what we’re digging into on today’s episode.In this very cheesy eighties-themed season of the podcast, join me, Christie Mims, a career and business coach, and Bobbi Palmer, a dating coach, as we answer your burning questions about your coaching business. Bobbi and I have built six and...

When you’re a new coach, it can feel like the only way to get clients is to build a presence online. But that takes time and you need clients now!Today, we’re kicking it old school and talking about how to find clients locally, so you don’t need a huge following to start making money as a coach.In this very cheesy eighties-themed season of the podcast, join me, Christie Mims, a career and business coach, and Bobbi Palmer, a dating coach, as we answer your burning questions about your coaching...

Today’s caller to the Coach Pony Radio Hour wants to know if a pricy mastermind is worth it as a new coach.And of course, we’ve got hot takes and advice for deciding if a high-priced mastermind is right for you and your coaching business.In this very cheesy eighties-themed season of the podcast, join me, Christie Mims, a career and business coach, and Bobbi Palmer, a dating coach, as we answer your burning questions about your coaching business. Bobbi and I have built six and seven-figure...

Today’s caller wants to know how to use his existing client list to meet an ambitious monthly income goal.And we know just how to do it: VIP Days.Offering these kinds of intensives is a great way to boost your coaching income without hustling for new leads, and we’ll tell you why.In this very cheesy eighties-themed season of the podcast, join me, Christie Mims, a career and business coach, and Bobbi Palmer, a dating coach, as we answer your burning questions about your coaching business....

What are referral partners? Why would you want them? Do you need them to be successful in your coaching business?If you’re a new coach, you might be wondering what all the buzz about referrals is about, and we are here to break it down for you.Today, we’re getting into referral partners, what they are, how they can benefit you, and our hot takes on whether or not they’re a good idea for your business.Listen to the full episode to hear about:* Why it’s okay–even a good thing–to have a referral...

Welcome to season six of the Coach Pony podcast!We are here to help you get paid to coach!In this very cheesy eighties-themed season of the podcast, join me, Christie Mims, a career and business coach, and Bobbi Palmer, a dating coach, as we answer your burning questions about your coaching business. Bobbi and I have built six and seven-figure businesses of our own, and we’ve learned a thing or two along the way. And now, we’re sharing all that knowledge with you.Today’s caller wants to know...

Today we are revisiting an episode from last year all about the future of life coaching and Bobbi and I have some additional thoughts to share that have come up for us in the year since this panel episode was recorded.This season on the Coach Pony Podcast, dating coach Bobbi Palmer, of Date Like a Grownup (http://www.datelikeagrownup.com/) and I are here to help by answering your burning questions about your coaching business, so you can get more clients and get paid to coach! Get the inside...

Do you need to be certified to be a life coach?The short answer is no, but with so many different schools and certifications out there, it’s easy to get confused about what certification to choose or if you want to get certified at all.And of course Bobbi and I have thoughts.This season on the Coach Pony Podcast, dating coach Bobbi Palmer, of Date Like a Grownup (http://www.datelikeagrownup.com/) and I are here to help by answering your burning questions about your coaching business, so you...

It’s easy to spend a LOT of money and invest a lot of time and stress into your website.What kind of website do you really need as a new or growing coach? Where do you even start?This season on the Coach Pony Podcast, dating coach Bobbi Palmer, of Date Like a Grownup (http://www.datelikeagrownup.com/) and I are here to help by answering your burning questions about your coaching business, so you can get more clients and get paid to coach! Get the inside scoop from coaches who have built 6 and...

As a coach, the niche you choose to serve influences so much of your business and it’s a key piece of all of the marketing you’ll do.So what happens after you’ve been telling the world what you do, and then you realize, well, maybe you don’t actually want to do that anymore?This season on the Coach Pony Podcast, dating coach Bobbi Palmer, of Date Like a Grownup (http://www.datelikeagrownup.com/) and I are here to help by answering your burning questions about your coaching business, so you...

Does it seem like all of the successful coaches you follow or look up to have big group coaching programs?You might feel like you should start a group coaching program too, but...you just don’t know. Is group coaching better than private coaching? Is doing group coaching the only way to make the kind of money you want to make?This season on the Coach Pony Podcast, dating coach Bobbi Palmer, of Date Like a Grownup (http://www.datelikeagrownup.com/) and I are here to help by answering your...

Should you run ads when you’re a new coach?Whether it’s Facebook, Instagram, Google, or any other platform, there are a lot of opinions, thoughts, strategies, and advice floating around out there about whether or not you need to run paid ads for your business to succeed.To dig into that question, I’m joined by a very special member of Team Pony, our Director of Growth Marketing (and my husband), Suhaib Abdali.Over the course of his career, Suhaib has run millions and millions of dollars worth...

When you’re trying to demonstrate your credibility, what’s better than having the glowing testimonials of happy clients talking about how awesome you are?Even better if they’re spontaneously given to you with permission to share on your website and in your marketing materials, right? But that’s not usually how it works.So how do you get comfortable asking clients for testimonials? And more than that, how do you get GREAT ones that will land you more clients?This season on the Coach Pony...