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Real talk and no-BS advice for health coaches who want more clients, more confidence, and consistent income.
I’m Michelle Leotta – certified health coach, mentor, and marketing pro with 20+ years of experience. I built a thriving health coaching practice from the ground up while raising kids, moving seven times, and navigating a divorce. If I can do it, you can do it.
Each week, I share down-to-earth strategies and real-life stories to help you grow your practice, attract paying clients, and create the impact (and freedom) you’re after.
Have a question or episode idea? Text me at: HealthCoachPower.com/text
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I’m Michelle Leotta – certified health coach, mentor, and marketing pro with 20+ years of experience. I built a thriving health coaching practice from the ground up while raising kids, moving seven times, and navigating a divorce. If I can do it, you can do it.
Each week, I share down-to-earth strategies and real-life stories to help you grow your practice, attract paying clients, and create the impact (and freedom) you’re after.
Have a question or episode idea? Text me at: HealthCoachPower.com/text
Join thousands of like-minded coaches inside the free Health Coach Power Community: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com
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Do you ever feel like you are doing everything in your business but still not making progress? That scattered, overwhelmed feeling is not a personal flaw. It is decision fatigue. In this episode, Michelle explains how to stop spinning your wheels and focus only on what grows your coaching business. You will learn a simple 10-minute exercise to clear the clutter, identify the few tasks that actually lead to clients and income, and set aside the rest. 🎯 Grab your free “3 Big Rocks” framework 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Clients 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
Do your discovery calls often end with “I’ll think about it” instead of “Where do I sign?” It can be demoralizing! In this episode, Michelle breaks down the three most common mistakes coaches make on discovery calls and shows you how to avoid them: Booking calls with anyone who asks (and why that wastes your time) Letting the client take over the call instead of guiding it Talking about your program or pricing too soon You’ll learn how to set expectations, hold authority throughout the conversation, and invite people into your program with confidence. 🎯 Grab your free client application template 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Application Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
Do you ever feel like you need another course, another certification, or another degree before you can really call yourself a health coach? Here’s the truth: clients don’t hire you because of your credentials. They hire you because they believe you get them, and because you make healthy living feel doable. In this episode, Michelle shares: Why your certifications are not what clients are looking for How a simple kale prep hack led to paying clients The surprising power of everyday, relatable tips What makes clients trust you and say YES How to confidently show up as the expert you already are 🎯 Grab the free 90-day blueprint to consistently sign clients 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Blueprint 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
If you're wondering when or if you’ll be able to bill insurance as a health coach, you're not alone. In this episode, I break down what’s happening with CPT codes, who qualifies to bill insurance, and what you need to know before heading down that path. But here's the twist: Some doctors say they wish they were health coaches just to escape the red tape of billing insurance. You’ll learn: Why insurance might not be the goal you think it is What it takes to bill (and get paid) through insurance What smarter alternatives exist right now How to use HSA and FSA accounts The surprising truth about what top practitioners really want 🎯 Ready to build a thriving practice on your own terms? 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Training 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
Are health coaches actually helping people… or just fueling the wellness industry’s profit machine? In this conversation with holistic health coach and natural foods chef Andrea Beaman, you’ll hear how she healed her thyroid disease naturally through food, even when doctors said it couldn’t be done. And together, we’ll explore how health coaches can stay grounded in healing instead of caving to industry pressure. You’ll learn: Why the medical system dismisses food as medicine The link between ancient wisdom, emotions, and organ health The difference between helping people vs. pushing products How to reconnect to the mission that made you a health coach Reconnect to your mission as a coach with Michelle's free journaling prompts – text the word "MISSION" to 917-540-8927 Subscribe wherever you listen so you don’t miss an episode. 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
If you’re struggling to figure out your niche as a health coach, you’re not the only one. In this episode, I’ll help you get clear on what matters most when deciding who to work with. You’ll learn: Why narrowing your focus can make marketing easier How a niche supports your efforts without boxing you in The three questions that helped me get unstuck A simple way to describe who you help and what they want You’ll also hear a real-life example from a listener who asked about working with older men and wasn’t sure how specific to get. 🎯 Want help building a list of the right people? 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/ListLab 📬 Need a 90-day plan for getting paying clients? 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Blueprint 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
If you're newly certified (or almost there) and asking yourself, "What comes next?" this episode will show you exactly where to begin. In this episode, I’m walking you through the clear, practical steps to start your health coaching business without needing a website, logo, LLC, or complicated tools. It’s everything I wish someone had laid out for me when I began in 2009. You’ll learn: The bare minimum you need to get started What tools are actually useful (and what’s optional) How to create your first coaching package The truth about pricing and finding clients early on Why confidence comes after you start (not before) 🎯 Grab the free guide that goes with this episode: 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/GetStarted 📬 Want my free 90-day blueprint? 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Blueprint 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
If I had to start my health coaching business from zero today with no email list and no budget, here’s exactly how I’d do it. In this episode, I’m walking you through the simple, repeatable steps that helped me add over 35,000 people to my list, without relying on social media or expensive ads. You’ll learn: How to build your list through real connections (not just Instagram followers) The best types of freebies for attracting your ideal client Why email converts better than social media The headline secret that boosts opt-ins What I’d skip entirely if I were starting over 🎯 Join the List Growth Lab Workshop: 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/ListLab 🎉 Need help setting up your list from scratch? 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/MailingList Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
If you’re a health coach wondering why all your Instagram posts still aren’t leading to paying clients… you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m walking you through the biggest marketing mistake I see health coaches making: relying too much on social media. Instead, I’ll show you what actually leads to booked clients: building an email list. You’ll learn why email works (even if your list is tiny), how it builds trust in a way Instagram can’t, and what steps to take to start growing your list today. Plus, I’m sharing details about my new List Growth Lab Workshop that you can use as a roadmap to build an audience you own, so you’re never at the mercy of algorithms again. 🎯 Want more clients without spending all day on social? Join us at: 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/ListLab 🎉 Need to set up your email list from scratch? Start here: 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/MailingList Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
What if you could make money as a health coach without squeezing in more clients or working extra hours? In this episode, Michelle shares her favorite method for earning bonus income through affiliate marketing and how it’s helped her build a steady income over the years without burnout. You’ll learn what makes affiliate marketing different from MLMs, how to choose the right products to promote, and how to get started (even if your audience is small). If you’re looking to earn some passive income as you make room for summer plans, this episode is for you! Mentioned in this episode: 📈 Free 90-Day Blueprint – https://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint Try Annmarie Skincare for just $21.99 at HealthCoachPower.com/skincare Includes Michelle’s go-to Aloe Herb Cleanser, Brighten Serum (free!), and more – plus $10 toward your next order. Free U.S. shipping. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
Ever feel like you’ve got a million tasks floating around in your health coaching business and no clear strategy for getting them done? In this episode, Michelle shares five productivity habits that separate top-performing health coaches from the rest. If you want to attract clients, grow your income, and still have time to make a healthy dinner, mastering time management is a must. You’ll learn how to structure your week, break free from the chaos, and build momentum in your business. Mentioned in this episode: Free 90-Day Blueprint: https://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint Free Google Calendar Time Blocking Demo: https://HealthCoachPower.com/text (text the word CALENDAR) Subscribe and never miss an episode:Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity
Ever feel like your loved ones aren’t quite sure what you actually do as a health coach? In this lighthearted episode, Michelle is joined by a very special guest—her 11-year-old son! He's grown up watching Michelle build her business from the ground up, and now he’s here to share what health coaching (and working from home) looks like from a kid’s perspective. Spoiler: It includes kale, YouTube Shorts, and a lot of "yapping." Whether you're building your business with young ones at home or just need a smile today, you’ll love this behind-the-scenes chat. Mentioned in this episode: Free: 90-Day Health Coaching Business Blueprint – https://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/healthcoachpowercommunity
How do you actually get more clients as a health coach? In this episode, Michelle breaks it down into two simple essentials. Forget the overwhelm—this is what works, no matter your niche or experience level. Mentioned in this episode:Free Health Coach Cook-Along – https://HealthCoachPower.com/cook Text Michelle Here: https://HealthCoachPower.com/text Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVASpotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1rYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/healthcoachpowercommunity
Summer hits, and suddenly your business feels...like it’s on vacation. Fewer clients. Less structure. Maybe more sangria than strategy. But ignoring it all summer? That’s a recipe for struggle come fall. In this episode, Michelle shares 10 zero-pressure ways to keep your business alive and thriving – without missing out on summer fun. Perfect for the health coach who wants to stay visible, build connections, and maybe even earn a little income...without missing all the good pool days! Mentioned in this episode: Join July’s FREE Health Coach Cook-along! - https://HealthCoachPower.com/cook Text Michelle with questions you’d like answered in a future episode - http://HealthCoachPower.com/text Learn more about That Clean Life and save 20% - http://HealthCoachPower.com/TCLinfo Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowercommunity
Feeling like everyone’s tightening their wallets? You’re not wrong – economic uncertainty is real. However, people still have problems, and they’re still looking for solutions. In this episode, Michelle shares how to recession-proof your health coaching business in a way that’s simple, joyful, and totally summer-friendly. You’ll learn how to: Create low-ticket offers that build trust fast Avoid risky, high-stakes business moves Make your business feel like a breath of fresh air Mentioned in this episode: Join July 2025’s free Cook-Along for health coaches – https://HealthCoachPower.com/cook Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVASpotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1rYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowercommunity
You picked a niche. You launched your business. But something still feels off—and you're wondering if you need a new target market or a total reset. This episode is for every health coach who's ever asked: Is my niche the problem... or is it something else? Michelle shares real talk, personal stories, and practical strategies to help you figure out if it’s time to pivot or just fine-tune. You’ll also hear what to do if you haven’t picked a niche at all yet. Mentioned in this episode: Free 90-Day Blueprint for Health Coaches – https://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint Likability, the X Factor for Client Attraction - https://HealthCoachPower.com/221-likability-the-x-factor-for-client-attraction/ Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/healthcoachpowercommunity
Feel like you’ll never get your first client? You’re not alone – and the solution is simpler than you think. In this episode, Michelle shares the two most effective ways to land paying clients (no website, no program, no LLC required!). You’ll walk away with real examples, mindset shifts, and simple steps you can take today to start your health coaching journey. Mentioned in this episode: Free 90-Day Blueprint to Get More Clients – https://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint Text Michelle your podcast topic idea – https://HealthCoachPower.com/text Subscribe and never miss an episode:Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVASpotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1rYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/healthcoachpowercommunity
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic are on the rise—and now WeightWatchers is filing for bankruptcy. What does this mean for health coaches? In this episode, Michelle breaks down the surprising news and what it really means for the coaches like you. Spoiler: It could be your biggest opportunity yet. Learn how to use trending topics to boost your visibility, attract the right clients, and offer the deeper support people actually want. Mentioned in this episode: Free Blueprint for Health Coaches – https://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint Subscribe and never miss an episode:Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVASpotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1rYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/healthcoachpowercommunity
Ever wonder how health coaches actually balance business with real life – juggling nap schedules, client calls, and everything in between? In this episode, Gabby Jarvis shares a behind-the-scenes look at her day as a new mom and Fast Track member, proving you don’t need perfect conditions to start seeing real progress. Here's the 90-day blueprint Gabby used (and you can too.) Check it out for free at: http://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint Mentioned in this episode: Free Blueprint for Health Coaches – https://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint Follow Gabby on Instagram – https://instagram.com/wholemotherjourney Subscribe and never miss an episode:Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVASpotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1rYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/healthcoachpowercommunity
Starting a blog in 2025 might sound outdated—but it’s actually one of the smartest ways to grow your health coaching practice. That is, if you do it right. In this episode, I’m joined by content marketing strategist Jana O. to talk about how health coaches can use blog posts to attract clients, build credibility, and keep things super simple (no fancy tech required). Whether you’re brand new or feeling stuck with content creation, this episode will help you take the next step—confidently. Want to walk through things together, step by step? Register for my upcoming live event, “Establish Yourself as a Health Expert With a Practical, Low-Pressure Blogging System”: https://HealthCoachPower.com/blogging Mentioned in this episode: Live blogging event with Jana – https://HealthCoachPower.com/blogging Subscribe and never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/healthcoachpowercommunity
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I have just transitioned into health coaching as a career from years of customer service and social work employment settings. I love this podcast! So many of my questions about developing as a professional have been answered. Definitely a Castbox favorite of mine.