So many coaches chase clever ideas, but it’s the clear ones that create clients. In this episode, Jo shares why you don’t need to reinvent the wheel to succeed. You need to understand what already works and make it your own. In this episode, Jo explores how to reverse engineer success, find genuine inspiration without comparison, and stay grounded in your own rhythm of growth.

This episode is for you if…

You’re a coach or business owner who’s tired of overcomplicating your niche or reinventing the wheel. You’ll walk away knowing how to model what works with integrity and how to make it yours.

Timestamps

[00:00:00 ] Clear Beats Clever

[00:02:00 ] Start with What Works

[00:04:00 ] The Power (and Risk) of Reverse Engineering

[00:06:00 ] The Truth Behind “Successful” Coaches

[00:08:00 ] Volume, Consistency, and Effort

[00:09:00 ] Stop Playing Safe

[00:10:00 ] Seasons, Evidence, and Self-Trust

You don’t need to be the most original person in the room, you just need to be the clearest. Find evidence that what you want is possible, do the work consistently, and remember that your season of growth will come.

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