Episodes
Most of us became health coaches because of a lifelong interest in health and/or personal experience with illness. This week Michelle shares about her personal journey in a behind-the-scenes look…and demonstrates how sharing YOUR story can be your superpower. Join our free 5-Day Jumpstart this November at: HealthCoachPower.com/jumpstart
Published 11/01/23
Getting tripped up by ALL THE THINGS? It's really common for health coaches to feel overwhelmed. Michelle has personal experience here – so this week she unpacks what overwhelm is all about and how to work through it like a pro. Get our free Healthy Profit University blueprint at http://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint
Published 10/25/23
Ok, time for some blunt honesty. Health coaching schools get you in the door by promising a certain picture of what it will be like – you, sipping a smoothie, earning income effortlessly doing work you love. But in reality? That's not exactly how it goes. In this episode, Michelle shares what it *really* takes to succeed. (Warning: You may not like what you hear!)    Get our free Healthy Profit University blueprint at http://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint
Published 10/18/23
One of our HPU Core Curriculum members, Katya, bravely shares her struggle of pinning down a target market in this week's episode. It's a common issue among health coaches! You'll see how Michelle demonstrates taking a broader view to help Katya connect with the right women – and feel excited about her work. Need this kind of help in your own business? Get our free HPU Blueprint at HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint
Published 10/12/23
Oh, the overwhelm! Just the idea of creating an online course can make your head spin – until now. Listen in for the 5 simple steps to follow so you can create your course, stress-free. And register for Michelle’s FREE Create Your Online Course Bootcamp at http://HealthCoachPower.com/bootcamp This episode is brought to you by Primal Health Coach Institute’s Human Intestinal Microbiome Certification. Get a free sneak peek of the actual course material at http://HealthCoachPower.com/microbiome
Published 09/28/23
In this episode Michelle shares why a lower-cost pricing model could be valuable and relevant to your business right now. Learn how to implement this strategy, and the two-pronged mechanism that allows you to remain profitable with lower prices. And register for Michelle’s FREE Create Your Online Course Bootcamp starting 10/1/23 at http://HealthCoachPower.com/bootcamp This episode is brought to you by Primal Health Coach Institute’s Gut Health Certification Course. Get a free sneak peek...
Published 09/21/23
After 14 years in the health coaching industry, watching thousands of coaches walk the entrepreneurial path, Michelle has noticed an obvious intersection between business success and feminist issues. Stephanie Dodier joins this episode to discuss her own journey and common challenges in a field full of women looking to succeed.  
Published 09/14/23
Over the course of this free 3-day event, our health coaches have started putting together a well-written, professional bio. Today Michelle will help you polish it up with the most important writing skill of all. Make sure you’re on the list for this free event before 9/14/23: HealthCoachPower.com/whattowrite
Published 09/08/23
Michelle’s free 3-day training continues in this bonus episode! Day 2 is about making the writing process easier, faster, and dare we say - more fun? Make sure you’re on the list for this free event before 9/14/23: HealthCoachPower.com/whattowrite
Published 09/07/23
Surprise! Michelle’s giving away a free 3-day training this week. Join the fun and create a unique piece of writing to help attract clients – and learn skills to fuel your marketing for years to come. Day 1 is about finding your unique voice. Make sure you’re on the list for this free event at: HealthCoachPower.com/whattowrite
Published 09/06/23
Finding clients doesn’t always come easily to health coaches. But you don’t need expensive tools, funnels or ads to be successful. Check out this episode and learn how to attract clients using your most powerful marketing tool…your words. And join the waitlist for Copywriting For Health Coaches at HealthCoachPower.com/writing.
Published 08/30/23
Working with women? If so, you’re surely coming across issues related to perimenopause and menopause. In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Jessica Drummond, founder of the Integrative Women’s Health Institute, to discuss how health coaches can be most helpful to this population.   Looking to add more clients to your practice? Get our free Healthy Profit University blueprint at HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint   Blog post and free gift from...
Published 08/23/23
You've heard about LinkedIn...maybe you've even set up a profile as a health coach. Now it's time to learn how to leverage this powerful platform! Listen in as our guest, Hailey Rowe, walks us through the basics of generating leads and new clients.
Published 08/17/23
It’s one thing to sign a client that pays you for a specific period of time. It’s another to continue earning, month after month, year after year, from the same happy customers. In this episode, Michelle shares 3 ways to create that recurring revenue. Looking to add more clients (and revenue) to your practice in the next 90 days? Get our Healthy Profit University blueprint completely free at: Healthcoachpower.com/blueprint
Published 08/10/23
Have you ever considered running a retreat? It’s yet another way that health coaches can earn while transforming lives! In this episode, we’ll hear from Amber Hagberg about what kind of coaches make ideal retreat hosts…and how to go about it profitably! But maybe you're not quite ready for a retreat...if instead you’re looking to add more private clients to your practice in the next 90 days, go to HealthCoachPower.com/text and text “90 days.”
Published 08/01/23
If you’ve been offering prospective clients a free consultation or “discovery call” that’s great. But you need one important step BEFORE someone books your time. Michelle shares what it is and exactly why you need it in this episode. Looking to sign more clients in the next 90 days? Email "90 Days" to [email protected].
Published 07/27/23
When someone shows interest in what you do as a health coach, it feels like you should hand them a business card. Right? Nope. Tune in to this episode for more effective ways to get and stay in touch. And join Michelle's free Facebook group for health coaches at HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com.
Published 07/20/23
If you're wondering about a platform to use for your health coaching program, tune in to hear about your options and Michelle's best recommendations (ranging from zero-tech to more complex.) We even have a free step-by-step tutorial to share! This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb
Published 07/13/23
Thinking about creating a Facebook group? Maybe you've already started one and getting engagement feels like pulling teeth? Listen in for Michelle's top considerations for turning a free Facebook group into an active, profitable piece of your marketing plan. And if you're interested in customizing a business growth model to fit your life (and personality!) email [email protected].
Published 06/29/23
Whether you were there or not, the inaugural Health & Well-Being Coaching Conference was a momentous event in the history of health coaching! In this episode, Michelle shares the "cliffsnotes" with you...and some thoughts on how we can do even better as an industry. Want help with your marketing? Message Michelle with the words "Rising Tide" on Instagram, in the FB group or email [email protected]. This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client...
Published 06/22/23
You've heard you need a mailing list, right? It's one of the most important ways you can be marketing yourself as a health coach. But how do you get more people on your list? I've got 100 ideas to share with you, so come ready to be inspired 🙂 And download the full list for free at HealthCoachPower.com/freebies This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb
Published 06/15/23
When Michelle started her health coaching business in 2009 she felt like a hot mess! If you've been having that feeling about areas of your business, listen in and learn about systems and tools to help you get organized.  This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb. 
Published 06/08/23
It's no secret - Michelle loves passive income streams! From the earliest stages of her health coaching career she's used them to generate extra revenue without a lot of extra time or energy. In this episode she shares one of her favorites so you can give it a try.  This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb.
Published 06/04/23
We know that health coaches guide and support. And we know health coaches sometimes create recipes and Instagram reels. But how, pray tell, do health coaches make money?? Listen and find out! And get yourself out there with Michelle's brand new FREE workshop - HealthCoachPower.com/offtheground This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb.
Published 05/26/23
Why do health coaches have such a hard time getting their business off the ground? People desperately need help with their health, so this should be a no-brainer. Listen in for some theories about what's holding us back as an industry - and a plan to get you in motion. And get Michelle's brand new, free workshop at: HealthCoachPower.com/offtheground This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at...
Published 05/19/23