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If you want to compete in the coaching industry, you need to be GOOD at coaching.
But there are some things you simply couldn't know when you were training to be a coach - and while it's tempting to keep studying, take another course, or dive into a certification program, you really need to build the practical skills and confidence to handle whatever your clients throw at you.
Each week life coach Lindsay Dotzlaf shares stories, tips and advice to continually develop your skills as a coach. She knows what it's like to feel overwhelmed and anxious about coaching in the moment, and will teach you why shifting your mindset around your own abilities as a coach will make all the difference.
If you've got clients but want to become the absolute best coach you can be, you'll find answers, advice and support here. Learn more at lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com!
But there are some things you simply couldn't know when you were training to be a coach - and while it's tempting to keep studying, take another course, or dive into a certification program, you really need to build the practical skills and confidence to handle whatever your clients throw at you.
Each week life coach Lindsay Dotzlaf shares stories, tips and advice to continually develop your skills as a coach. She knows what it's like to feel overwhelmed and anxious about coaching in the moment, and will teach you why shifting your mindset around your own abilities as a coach will make all the difference.
If you've got clients but want to become the absolute best coach you can be, you'll find answers, advice and support here. Learn more at lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com!
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Coaching can often feel like you're juggling a million things, unsure of where to focus next. I've been there, and I know how overwhelming it can feel when things aren't clicking into place. But understanding where you are in your growth journey can help you focus your energy in the right spots. In this episode, I'm giving you a sneak peek into one of the videos from The Complete Coach membership, where I walk members through the 4 stages of coaching growth and help them decide where to focus. So even if you're not considering joining the membership, you'll this episode is packed with valuable insights you can apply to your coaching practice. Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/
Coaching can feel like building a puzzle without seeing the picture on the box. You collect pieces from everywhere, skills, strategies, and advice, hoping they'll fit together, but they end up scattered and hard to sustain. In this episode, I'm introducing The Complete Coach, my new membership that integrates coaching skills, business strategy, and life balance into one clear framework. If you're ready for real community, sustainable methods, and a business that truly fits you, this is where it all comes together. Learn more about The Complete Coach here: https://lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/
Closing something you love is never easy. When I sat down to tell my Coach Lab members about its evolution, I found myself frozen at my computer, unable to push record. After 4½ years and 500 members, I'm closing The Coach Lab to launch something new. In this episode, I'm sharing what it really feels like to evolve your coaching business, the ache of letting go, the beauty of growth, and the difference between relief and grief when something ends. You'll learn why the heaviness of closing a program you love isn't a mistake but a sign that you built something meaningful. If you're facing your own business transition as a coach, this conversation will remind you that growth can feel both hard and right, and that's exactly how it's supposed to. Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/
Sometimes you wake up and everything feels hard. The business you've been building suddenly feels impossible, your confidence wavers, and that little voice in your head starts questioning everything. This morning was one of those mornings for me, and it got me thinking about all the coaches out there who might be feeling the same way right now. In this episode, I'm sharing 10 real strategies that have helped me reset when doubting myself as a coach. Whether you need a quick win to boost your confidence or a complete mental shift to get out of your own head, you'll find something here that works for you. Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/
Community isn't just a "nice-to-have" for coaches. It's essential. It shapes how we grow, learn, and sustain ourselves in this wild world of coaching. That's why I'm so excited to announce The Complete Coach, a membership program launching soon that combines coaching skills, business strategy, and personal integration, all built around cultivating meaningful community. In this episode, I'll share five (plus a bonus!) ways a great community transforms your coaching. Whether it's practicing skills in a safe space, getting fresh perspectives, or just not having to figure everything out alone, community isn't just support, it's a game-changer. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/259 Learn more about The Coach Lab here: https://lindsaydotzlaf.kartra.com/page/the-coach-lab Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/
Running a business is a constant cycle of making educated guesses, testing those guesses, implementing new strategies, evaluating what works and what doesn't, and then doing it all over again. This reality catches many coaches off guard - they expect to find one right answer that works forever, but that's simply not how business operates. In this third part of my Launch Secrets series, I'm breaking down the decision-making framework that helped me turn two failed launches into a completely full program. You'll learn how to create strategic questions that actually move you forward instead of keeping you stuck in fear-based thinking. I share my exact 48-hour pivot timeline, the backup plan strategy that makes me braver with decisions, and why moving fast once you have clarity is crucial for momentum. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/258 Learn more about Reimagine here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/reimagine-mastermind-2025/ Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/
When your launch doesn't go as planned, your brain immediately starts creating stories. Stories about why no one wants your offer, why you're not cut out for this, why the price must be wrong. These stories feel true in the moment, but they're rarely based on actual evidence. They're based on fear. In Part 2 of this series, you'll hear my exact framework for identifying where things are going wrong and how to form hypotheses based on real data rather than fear-based assumptions. Discover which specific data points to track (and which ones to ignore) based on your business goals, and the reason finishing your full launch plan matters more than immediate results. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/257 Learn more about Reimagine here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/reimagine-mastermind-2025/ Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/
This episode kicks off a three-part series on launching, but it's not about logistics. Instead, I'm diving into the foundation that makes everything else work: relationships. Whether you're a business, health, or relationship coach, the principles I'm sharing apply to how you sell your coaching, whether through formal launches or everyday conversations. You'll learn how unprocessed emotions can show up physically, why acknowledging failures is key for clear decisions, and how appropriate vulnerability builds genuine connections. I share how transparency (without trauma dumping) led to invaluable feedback and why consistency outweighs perfection when building trust. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/256 Learn more about Coach Unfiltered here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/coach-unfiltered Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/
Launching an offer and watching it fail isn't just disappointing, it's a full-body experience that can leave you questioning everything about your business. After ten years of running a successful coaching business and filling countless groups, I found myself staring at the results of not one, but two failed launches of my Reimagine Mastermind. This episode takes you through every messy detail of how I navigated these back-to-back launch failures and the complete pivot that followed. I'm sharing the exact data I collected, the emotional spiral I went through, and the scary decision to completely restructure my offer just days before it was supposed to start. Listen in to learn how I turned my launch failures into market research and launch success. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/255
This disconnect between how we think clients should behave and how they actually show up is something I see coaches struggle with constantly - whether they're brand new or have been coaching for years. We create these unspoken rules and expectations for our clients, then feel disappointed when they don't follow them. The truth is, your clients' behavior isn't about you - it's about them being human. And the good news? You have way more influence over how your clients show up than you think. Through the four simple strategies I share in this episode, you can help your clients become better at being clients while also examining your own patterns and assumptions. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/254
Sometimes coaching sessions just don't go the way you expect. Your client might show up overwhelmed, jump between topics, or even tell you, "I don't have anything to coach on." In those moments, it's easy to doubt yourself, and wonder how to steer the session without losing your confidence or momentum. That's why I'm sharing a simple coaching skill I call the 3 Question Reset. It's part of my new podcast series, Coaching Tools, where I teach practical frameworks and methods you can start using in your sessions right away to get real results. The 3 Question Reset helps you refocus the conversation and turns tricky, confusing moments into actionable insight - no matter the client or situation. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/253
You know that feeling when you hit a milestone in your business and suddenly everything feels different? In this episode, I'm exploring what I call the "vulnerability tax" - the hidden cost of success that makes established coaches close off just when they need openness most. The more success we create, the more we feel we have to lose by admitting we don't have all the answers. Through my own experiences – like that first $100k year when everything suddenly stopped working – I've learned that the most successful business owners are actually the most open to being wrong. Discover why the vulnerability tax exists and how to break out of the performance cage that's keeping you from the strategic support and authentic connections you need to keep growing. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/252
There's a common pattern I see with many coaches, especially when they hit a roadblock in their business. They dive into introspection and mindset work instead of asking, "How do I solve this?" But relying solely on self-concept work can sometimes keep you stuck. In this episode, I'm going to share why self-concept work isn't a one-size-fits-all solution and when it might actually be holding you back. You'll also learn how to balance mindset work with practical, actionable steps that lead to tangible results in your business. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/251
My entire business is built on helping coaches find their own way of doing things. But the more coaches ask me for permission to do things their way, the more I realize just how many "rules" we've picked up along the way about the "right" way to do things. In this milestone 250th episode, I'm giving you full permission to trust yourself and your evolution as a business owner. You'll discover why outgrowing your current model isn't failure but evolution and why sitting in the unknown without forcing the next step might be exactly what you need. This episode is your permission slip to come back to whenever you need to hear that your way of doing business is valid, even if you've never seen it modeled before. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/250
In this second part of my conversation with sales expert Justine Beauregard, we explore how to sell with authenticity. Justine, who helps scale businesses to as much as $300 million, shares more of her proven approach to sales, focusing on how to secure the right clients without relying on manipulative tactics. You'll learn to see sales as a natural extension of your work of supporting others by offering them something they need, rather than pushing a sale. If you're still grappling with discomfort around sales, this episode will help you rethink your mindset and give you the confidence to step into sales with clarity and ease. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/249
If you've ever struggled with the idea of selling or felt uncomfortable with it, this episode is for you. Justine Beauregard, an expert sales coach who has helped scale businesses to as much as $300 million, will challenge everything you thought you knew about selling and show you how to approach it in a way that feels authentic and natural. In this episode, Justine simplifies sales strategies that might otherwise feel complicated or overwhelming. She breaks down common misconceptions, like the belief that you need complex funnels to succeed. Instead, she shares the essential elements of a straightforward, effective sales process that you can start using immediately to connect with potential clients. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/248
Have you ever felt frustrated because your coaching business isn't where you want it to be yet? In this episode, I'm sharing a story about the wildflower field behind my house that will transform how you approach growth. Cultivating a field is just like building a business: it's messy, it takes time, and it doesn't always look pretty. But every step, even the 'ugly' ones, are part of the process. If you're stuck focusing on the end result, this episode will challenge you to shift your mindset. I'm diving into why it's crucial to embrace the messy middle and enjoy each stage of your business growth. I'll also show you why appreciating each step, and not just the final picture, will actually speed up your success and make the journey more fulfilling. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/247
Over the next three months, I'm embarking on a complete transformation of my brand, messaging, and offerings. And I'm documenting the entire process in real-time through a new program called Coach Unfiltered. In this week's episode, you'll learn all about Coach Unfiltered and why you want to be in this container. Through this behind-the-scenes documentary experience, you'll see exactly how business transformations happen: the strategy sessions, the expert consultations, the pivots, and yes, even the moments of doubt. Tis isn't just about watching; it's about learning how to apply these same strategies to your own business while seeing the real, unfiltered journey of entrepreneurship. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/246
Do you ever find yourself thinking, "No one can know I'm struggling with this"? I've been there. But this thought might be one of the most dangerous beliefs you can carry as a coach. It's normal to think you can't show vulnerability, but what I've learned over time is that transparency doesn't make us less of a coach. It makes us more human and more relatable to our clients. In this episode, I dive into why trying to hide our fails from our clients only isolates us, increases pressure, and ultimately weakens our ability to serve them. I'll also share how my own struggles with transparency have shaped my approach to coaching, and how embracing vulnerability has created deeper connections with my clients. Perfection is a myth, and it's time we start normalizing the messy parts of coaching and business. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/245
What if the thing you're best at is the one you're overlooking because it feels too easy or too obvious? In this episode, I'm sharing a playful story about my two dogs (yes, really!) to help illustrate a powerful truth: your coaching genius is already within you. In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize the skills and traits that come naturally to you and why those are the exact things that can make your coaching stand out. I'll walk you through real patterns I see in my clients (and myself), and help you reframe the belief that "if it's easy, it can't be valuable." Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/244
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