The Confident Coaching Podcast

“Just message people who watch your stories.”I've gotten this business advice before, and it always felt forced and icky. In this Q+A episode Gillian shares her philosophy on DM outreach, creating connections, and thinking about creating conversations in a different way.In this episode, Gillian covers:Why DM outreach might drive clients to be LESS ready for coaching The importance of permission-based conversationsHow to attract clients who already trust youThe possibility of building a business without aggressive outreachIf DM outreach has felt forced and icky to you, too... you'll love this episode.Free non-macro coaching tips:https://bitesize.ck.page/coachBuild better communication skills (free guide): https://bitesize.ck.page/4a43f6f9a2 Join my broadcast channel for my weekly Q+A: https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri

In this episode, I’m talking about how to support clients authentically without slipping into the therapist role, trauma-dumping, or feeling like you need to “fix it.”You’ll hear:Why clients bringing “life stuff” into nutrition coaching is a good thing (and how you can prepare for it)How a strong coach-client relationship impacts engagement, retention, and outcomesWhat to do with your own emotions so you’re not carrying your clients’ stress at nightHow to resist the “righting reflex” (aka the urge to give advice) and facilitate values-aligned action insteadWhen and how to set (or reset) boundaries and scope of practice, including how to bring up therapy support in a way that builds trustIf you’ve been feeling unsure about what to say when clients are overwhelmed by the news cycle, politics, human rights issues, or personal crises… this one will help you show up with more steadiness and skill.Links + resources for coachesDownload the free Motivational Interviewing guide for some concrete communication tips you can use in your next conversation:  https://bitesize.ck.page/4a43f6f9a2 Interested in mentorship? Enquire here: https://forms.gle/eNjAgiqaNmnwJC2k8Follow me on Instagram (and join my broadcast channel for weekly Q+As): https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri

I’m recording from a contact nap, reflecting on what makes a coaching business last (I'm in my 10th year!)After a decade in business, I’ve learned that burnout doesn’t usually come from coaching itself. It comes from building a business that doesn’t align with who you are...doing things you hate because someone told you that’s the “right” way to grow or scale.In this episode, I break down the three things that have allowed me to stay in coaching for a decade, and how you can use them to build a business that’s sustainable, values-aligned, and enjoyable to run.In this episode:Why most coaches burn out (and why it’s not because they’re bad at coaching)The danger of building a business around “shoulds”Why scaling doesn’t have to mean giving up 1:1 coachingThe role boundaries play in client results and coach longevityHow structure actually creates freedom (not rigidity)Why doing the parts of coaching you love is essential for long-term successI also share how the Confident Coaching Pathway helps coaches build a repeatable, non-macro-reliant coaching structure that supports both client results and business longevity.Confident Coaching Pathway Interest List: https://bitesize.kit.com/pathwaywaitlistConnect with me on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri⁠⁠

A full, practical walkthrough of The Confident Coaching Pathway—my 12-week hybrid mentorship that helps nutrition coaches build (or rebuild) a repeatable, client-centered 1:1 program. We cover: the structure-meets-flexibility sweet spot for 1:1 coachingintentional eating skills that help you guide clients without over-relying on trackingcoaching communication that actually moves clients forwards and keeps them motivatedthe systems and processes that help coaches increase client retention AND free up time to work on your business instead of recreating the wheel for each clientwhat's actually included in this hybrid mentorship program Learn more about the Confident Coaching Pathway: 👉 Join the CCP interest list: https://bitesize.kit.com/pathwaywaitlistFreebies to learn more about non-macro focused coaching: Motivational Interviewing Fundamentals: https://bitesize.ck.page/4a43f6f9a2 Mindful Eating Skills Audit: https://bitesize.ck.page/auditConnect with me or ask a question: www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri 

Struggling to decide if you need a mentor or a business coach? Today we get clear on timing, what great mentorship looks like, and what to avoid. You’ll walk away knowing exactly what you need next in your coaching development.We coverMentor vs. business coach (and why mentorship often comes first)when in your coaching journey do you need a mentor vs. a biz coachwhat you absolutely need to look for if you want a successful mentorship experiencered flags that a 'mentor' or coach is not going to be a good fit for youLinksConfident Coaching Pathway interest list — https://bitesize.kit.com/pathwaywaitlist1:1 Mentorship interest form — https://forms.gle/m89J8tEfWCnW1wCk6 Join my coaches' email list: https://bitesize.ck.page/coach

Macro tracking is one of the most popular ways coaches help their clients change how they eat, but often tracking comes with problems- obsessing over numbers, fixating on the scale, or inconsistent eating behavior.If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to use macros without contributing to food obsession or disordered eating, this episode is for you.I’m breaking down what it actually looks like to coach macros responsibly - and when it’s better to leave them out completely.You’ll learn:What red flags to screen for before introducing trackingWhy long-term tracking can backfire (and what to do instead)why eating skills need to be paired with macrosHow to feel confident offering structure without relying on macrosFive questions to ask yourself to determine if YOU are coaching macros responsibly Links:Confident Coaching Pathway Interest List:  https://bitesize.kit.com/pathwaywaitlistFree coaching program audit:  https://bitesize.kit.com/auditgpt Coaches' email list (free non macro focused coaching tips): https://bitesize.ck.page/coachConnect with me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri 

Feeling stuck with a “difficult” client? In this episode I unpack what I call the Four Horsemen of Coaching Roadblocks—Ambivalence, Resistance, Discord, and Disengagement—and give you practical language to identify and work through each one. You’ll learn how to use reflective listening, spot change talk, align asks to the Stage of Change, and address discord directly (without burning the relationship).You’ll learnHow to spot the real issue behind “uncoachable” how to reduce resistance before it even beginswhy it's so important to know where your client is on the stages of changehow to address discord directly but with compassionLinks/Free Stuff: Free MI Starter Guide:  https://bitesize.ck.page/4a43f6f9a2 CCP 2026 Interest List: https://bitesize.kit.com/pathwaywaitlistConfident Coaching Program Audit (GPT): https://bitesize.kit.com/auditgpt

If you're thinking of running a 7-day or 30-day challenge to bring in cash and new clients, I want you to pause and think about why you’re offering it — and whether it’s actually going to move your business forward.In this episode, we’ll talk about:Why “quick cash” challenges rarely create lasting results (for you or your clients)The real purpose of a challenge (this is IMPORTANT)What makes challenge outcomes realistic (and ethical)How to connect your challenge directly to your paid offerWhy simplicity is what actually drives client follow-throughIf you’ve ever poured your energy into a challenge that didn’t lead to coaching sign-ups, this episode will help you rethink your strategy so you can create challenges that actually convert.🎧 Listen now to learn how to design a challenge that actually worksLinks mentioned:https://bitesize.kit.com/pathwaywaitlisthttps://bitesize.ck.page/coach

Great nutrition coaches know that coaching is so much less about energy pathways and grams of protein than our certs made us believe... it's about how well you can communicate with the people you support.In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the single most powerful communication skill every coach should use daily: reflective listening.In this episode: Why reflective listening is the foundation of trust, retention, and resultsHow to listen beneath what your clients are sayingCommon mistakes that make you sound like you’re listening… when you’re notSimple ways to start using this skill in your next client call or DM🎁  free Motivational Interviewing Starter Guide — your first step to mastering reflective listening and spotting change talk:👉https://bitesize.ck.page/4a43f6f9a2 

Today’s episode gives you a straightforward, ethical checklist you can use to guide your process bringing on new coaching clients.... without over-relying on macro plans or 30 page onboarding PDFs.You'll hear:my WOSP Onboarding Frameworkthe philosophy behind a true "discovery" callapplication questions that actually help (and the ones to retire)how to handle contracts and payments how intake calls can dramatically strengthen the coaching alliance and improve client retention.https://bitesize.kit.com/pathwaywaitlistCustom GPT: Self-audit your coaching program• Motivational Interviewing Communication Guide (free): https://bitesize.ck.page/4a43f6f9a2 Connect with me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri 

In this episode, I share exactly how I prepared for maternity leave as an online nutrition coach and mentor: the mindset work, the offers I gave current clients (and why), and how I communicated everything clearly and compassionately.You’ll hear:The three options I offered nutrition clients and what I offered mentoring clients How I set myself up for income during time off Communicating timelines and expectations without guilt or over-explainingPractical notes on income stability, client retention, and reducing pressure to “bounce back” to workThis conversation is for any coach planning maternity leave, vacation, surgery recovery, or a simple reset...and wants a structure that protects client relationships and your well-being.Links for coaches:Free weekly non-macro coaching tips: https://bitesize.ck.page/coachMindful Eating Skills Audit (free): https://bitesize.ck.page/auditFollow on IG: @bitesizenutri

👉 From Tracking to Trust workshop live on September 23: ⁠https://bitesize.kit.com/ft2t ⁠Can you ethically coach intentional fat loss and a healthy relationship with food at the same time?In this episode, Gillian breaks down when fat loss emerges as a by-product of food relationship work - versus when a push for intentional weight loss can pull clients away from flexibility, permission, and self-trust.You’ll learn why screening for red flags is so important, (restriction, urgency, body-driven self-worth), explore your client's true motives, and use mindful eating skills to help clients regulate behavior without over-relying on macros.In this episode:When fat loss is a by-product vs. a competing goalHow urgency and scale-reactivity maintain overeating cyclesIntake & screening questions that surface hidden dynamicsWhy mindful eating skills reduce binge/emotional/external eatingCoaching without the bait-and-switch: pre-education and clear offersResources for coaches:Free weekly non-macro coaching tips: https://bitesize.ck.page/coachMindful Eating Skills Audit (free): https://bitesize.ck.page/audit

In this episode, I’ll show you how to create content that speaks to your clients’ non-aesthetic goals and why that’s often more powerful than before-and-after posts.You’ll learn:Why emotional, non-aesthetic content connects more deeply with your ideal clientHow to pull post ideas directly from client conversations, intake forms, and DMsA simple process to bridge the gap between “that could never be me” and “this is possible for me”✨ Action step: Create and post one piece of content that speaks to a feeling or experience your client truly desires. DM me your post on Instagram @bitesizenutri—I’d love to see it!Resources for Coaches:Free weekly non-macro-focused coaching tips: https://bitesize.ck.page/coachMindful Eating Skills Audit freebie: https://bitesize.ck.page/audit

Your client started out well, but they've begun skipping check ins and you're not sure why... In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 most common reasons clients stop filling in check-ins and how to shift your coaching strategy to get them back on board without chasing, pressuring, or overloading them.You’ll learn:How to make your check-ins more reflective and growth-orientedWhy less data might actually help moreHow to re-engage clients without adding pressureTips to reduce shame and normalize setbacksThe real reason overdelivering can backfireI also share how to make your check-ins something your clients actually benefit from, not just a report card for you.🎯 Want personalized feedback on your coaching process or check-ins? DM me “Consult” on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri For free weekly advice to help you become a better coach, join my email list: https://bitesize.ck.page/coach

If you're tired of feeling like every client conversation starts with "I just want to lose 15 pounds," this episode will help you go deeper without dismissing your client’s desires.Gillian walks you through how to:Start with empathy instead of resistanceUse open-ended + hypothetical questions to explore what’s underneath aesthetic goalsCreate space for conversations that highlight confidence, joy, energy, and freedom, not just the number on the scaleShe also shares her own approach to content and discovery calls that attract clients already interested in deeper change.🧭 Want a structured approach to non-macro coaching?Join the Confident Coaching Pathway Interest List to be the first to hear when doors open in 2026:👉 https://bitesize.kit.com/pathwaywaitlist Just want weekly tips for becoming a better coach, without over-relying on numerical data or macro tracking? Join the email listhttps://bitesize.ck.page/coachConnect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri 

When a client starts freaking out about their lack of progress, it’s rarely about the progress. It’s about what they’re making it mean.In this episode, we’ll cover:Why clients spiral even when they “know it’ll take time”The real reason adjusting macros or reminding them of consistency isn’t workingHow to validate emotion without getting stuck in emotional reasoningWhat empathy actually looks like in coachingWhy trying to support fat loss and relationship with food at the same time often backfiresYou’ll learn how to shift from fixing the frustration to actually addressing what’s underneath it — and how that one shift can help your clients get unstuck, stay consistent, and trust the process.🎙️ “When we don’t validate the fear underneath the frustration, our clients stay stuck in all-or-nothing thinking — or worse, they bail.”Links Mentioned:🧠 Get your FREE Mindful Eating Skills Audit for Coaches: https://bitesize.ck.page/audit📬 Weekly tips for non-macro-focused coaching: https://bitesize.ck.page/coach

In this Q&A episode, I’m breaking down exactly how I run discovery calls—without pushing, convincing, or overcoming objections.You’ll learn:The 4 phases I follow from Motivational Interviewing (Engage, Focus, Evoke, Plan)How I build trust and let potential clients explore changeWhat I do instead of adding urgency or handling objectionsWhy ethical, client-centered discovery calls actually convert better🎁 Get the MI Starter Guide: https://bitesize.ck.page/4a43f6f9a2 📩 Want support on your communication skills, program development or mindset? Learn more about mentorship: https://bitesize.es/homepage/mentorship-2/ 

How to coach clients who sabotage themselves with extreme goalsWhy “simple habits” don’t always feel good to all-or-nothing thinkersWhat to say when clients reject coaching adviceThe deeper fears behind wanting something more “advanced”A new way to approach resistance with all or nothing clientsWhy logical advice won’t work unless you address emotional needsHow to coach clients back into trust, consistency, and follow-through📬 Free weekly non-macro focused coaching tips in your inbox:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bitesize.ck.page/coach⁠⁠⁠🧠 Get the Mindful Eating Skills Audit (free):https://bitesize.ck.page/audit

In this episode, you'll learn about the two parts of attention regulation, as well as a framework to narrow down exactly what to focus on with coaching clients.Make sure you're on my coaches' email list to learn more about Mindful Eating Essentials: https://bitesize.ck.page/coach⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about coaching mentorship: https://bitesize.es/homepage/mentorship-2/

In this episode, you'll learn about what needs to happen before you give suggestions to help a client feel more in control around food, how to get to the bottom of what's really going on, and why mindful eating practices need to be part of the solution.Join the coaches' email list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bitesize.ck.page/coach⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get the Motivational Interviewing Starter Guide: https://bitesize.ck.page/4a43f6f9a2 Connect with me on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri⁠⁠