Better Than Happy

Stop offering coaching. That might sound strange coming from someone who coaches coaches, but hear me out. There's a difference between offering a service and creating an offer that people actually understand and want.   In this episode, I'm breaking down six things coaches can stop doing when creating and selling their offers, and what to do instead. We'll talk about why your messaging needs to f...

How do you create the success, freedom, and fulfillment you want when something inside you keeps getting in the way?      In this episode, I'm joined by Brad Bizjack, a performance and success coach, to talk about the subconscious patterns and beliefs that influence the results we create. Brad shares why understanding the patterns behind our actions is the key to changing them, and why success req...

What separates a professional coach from someone who's just trying to build a coaching business? It might not be one big strategy or secret formula. It might come down to the standards you choose to operate by every day.   In this episode, I'm sharing the six standards that I believe help coaches move from amateur to pro. These are the practices and mindsets that have helped me build my business,...

Have you ever looked at an area of your life and thought, "Why am I still stuck here?"   Whether it's a goal you keep putting off, a relationship that feels stagnant, or a change you know you want to make but haven't made, feeling stuck can be frustrating. In this episode, Mark and I talk about the different ways we experience being stuck and why sometimes the first step isn't pushing harder, but...

What happens when your child grows up and you realize you can't protect them, guide every decision, or keep them from making mistakes? How do you stay close to your adult kids without trying to control their lives?   In this episode, Mark Butler joins me again to talk about the complicated transition from parenting children to having children who are adults. We discuss why this stage can feel so c...

What if the way you find clients isn't about choosing the "right" strategy, but about finding the strategy that fits the way you actually want to work?   In this episode, I'm continuing my conversation with Mark Butler about different approaches to growing a coaching business. We're talking about why I love paid ads, why Mark has some reservations about them, and how two people can look at the sam...

How do you get clients as a coach without feeling like you're constantly chasing people, convincing them, or hoping something works?   In this episode, I'm joined by my friend and colleague Mark Butler for another conversation about coaching, business, and how we approach getting clients because Mark and I have very different strategies for growing a coaching practice. We talk about organic lead g...

"Don't worry" sounds like good advice, but if you knew how to stop worrying, wouldn't you already do it?   Worry is something we all experience. We worry about our families, our finances, our health, the world, and all the things that might happen in the future. But telling yourself not to worry doesn't actually help. In this episode, I'm sharing why worry feels so necessary, why it's not the same...

Being authentic sounds like a simple goal, but the reality is much more complicated. Especially when you're building something, creating content, or putting yourself out there, there's a constant balance between being real and being intentional.   In this episode, I'm joined by my friend and colleague Mark Butler for a conversation about perfectionism, authenticity, content creation, and what it r...

What if the amount of money you have in your bank account isn't just a reflection of how hard you work, but how you think about money?   In this episode, I'm sharing how rich people think about money and the mindset shifts that can change the way you see wealth. I'll talk about why the way you see money matters, how our beliefs about what is possible can shape what we create, and why changing your...

Do you ever find yourself stuck in indecision, afraid of making the wrong choice, or spending way too much time trying to figure out the "perfect" decision? What if the thing slowing you down isn't the decision itself, but the way you're approaching it?   Join me this week as I share eight strategies successful people use when making decisions. You'll learn how to stop overthinking, make choices w...

What if finding clients didn't have to feel like constantly convincing people to work with you? What if instead, you could create an experience where people get a real result, see what you're capable of, and naturally want more?   In this episode, I'm talking with health coach and founder of The Wellness Vault, Valerie Feghali, about one of her favorite ways to serve potential clients and grow a c...

How do you know if the coach you're considering is actually going to help you grow?   Tune in this week as I walk you through the seven key qualities I look for when choosing a coach - whether it's for business, personal growth, or any area where you want to level up. I share insights from my own experience as a Master Certified Coach and what has helped me identify coaches who can really create t...

Do you sometimes find yourself wishing you were further along, doing more, or somewhere else entirely? What if the key to making real progress is learning to fully be where you are right now?   In this episode, I dive into what it really means to be where you are. Learn why so many of us resist the present moment and how that resistance creates stress, distraction, and frustration.    Watch the ep...

Do you ever catch yourself thinking, "Should I dial this back?" or "Is this dream realistic?" -   then end up stuck in the same place, unsure whether to chase a big vision or stay within comfortable limits?   In today's episode, we take on this exact tension: learning how to think bigger without disconnecting from practicality. I talk about why most of us vacillate between dreaming too small and i...

Are you letting criticism derail your confidence and your day?   Everyone faces feedback, negative comments, or outright criticism. But how you respond makes the difference between growth and frustration. What if you could handle criticism strategically, protect your confidence, and even use it to your advantage?   Tune in this week to learn practical ways to take criticism like a boss.   Watch th...

What if striving for perfection is actually holding you back? So many of us have been taught that A+ effort is the only acceptable standard, but what if constantly pushing for perfect results is draining your energy, limiting your growth, and keeping you from moving forward?   In this episode, I'm diving into the concept of aiming for B- work and why it can actually be more effective than trying t...

Are you constantly thinking about your adult children, worrying about their choices, or wondering if you did enough as a parent?       What if most of that anxiety isn't serving you or them?      This week, I break down why worrying about your adult children's lives is really fear disguised as wisdom, why trying to control outcomes actually disconnects you from your kids, and what to do instead.  ...

Do you ever catch yourself thinking, "Why does this always happen to me?"   Feeling stuck or powerless can sneak in when we least expect it, and it often shows up as victim mentality. It's a natural part of being human, but the cost is real.    Tune in this week as I break down what victim mentality actually is, why we all fall into it from time to time, and how it affects both your own choices an...

What if strengthening your mind was just as important as strengthening your body? Most of us know how to build physical strength. We exercise, improve our nutrition, and challenge our muscles over time. But very few people think about intentionally strengthening their minds, even though doing so can dramatically improve how they feel, how they show up, and what they create in their lives.   In thi...

What if the biggest breakthroughs in your life require you to do the exact opposite of what your brain wants to do? Most people think success comes from playing it safe, avoiding embarrassment, fitting in, and trying to get things "right" the first time. But the people who create extraordinary results are usually willing to do things that feel uncomfortable, awkward, risky, or even unpopular.   In...

What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want is the energy you're bringing to it? It's easy to blame circumstances, timing, or lack of confidence when things aren't working out the way we hoped. But often, the real issue is that we're showing up cautiously, hesitantly, or half committed while expecting meaningful results in return.           In this episode, I break down wh...

When life feels heavy, uncertain, or full of struggle, it can seem almost impossible, or even wrong, to prioritize your own peace, happiness, and joy. But the truth is, being happy in an unhappy world isn't about ignoring reality. It's about learning how to intentionally create an emotional life that serves you, even when circumstances around you feel difficult. In this episode, I break down seven...

What if confidence isn't something you're born with, but something you strategically build?   So many people believe confidence is reserved for the naturally bold or outgoing, when in reality, confidence is created through intentional choices, daily habits, and a willingness to get uncomfortable. If you've been waiting to feel confident before you go after what you want, this episode will complete...

What if the reason you're still stuck isn't because you don't know enough, but because knowing and learning are two completely different things?   We live in a world where information has never been more accessible, but access to knowledge doesn't automatically create transformation. If you've ever wondered why you keep gathering insights without seeing real change, this episode will challenge the...