Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast

Today we are talking all things branding and design with my guest, Kylie Bire. Kylie is a Brand and Website Designer, creative strategist, and founder of Indeko Creative—where soulful strategy meets intentional design. With over 20 years of experience across graphic design, marketing, and brand management, she blends her deep industry expertise with a heart-led, intuitive approach to help creative...

A few weeks ago we were talking about my simple business structure for better money making potential. This week i’m sharing one way to dig yourself out of the ‘stuck in the bottom’ tier way of working. If you’re teaching all over town and don’t have time to think about doing business differently, this might be a solution. And if you want my help to make it a reality, reach out. Here are my links:...

In this foresty mythical episode we are talking about the importance of telling the truth. When confronted with confessing her deepest secret, Draupadi saved the day. What secrets could liberate you in life and business if you said them out loud? Want more support? Here are my links: Business coaching: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching Calendar to talk about coaching: https://scheduler.zoom.us/amymc...

I’m a zealot for more space and time to enjoy life. If I’m not working with my clients or teaching my students, I’d prefer to be almost anywhere than my office and computer. If you’re craving to claw back time from your wellness business, I hereby give you permission to stop doing these four things. Right. Now. Want more support? Here are my links: Business coaching: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coachin...

Are you making the money you want to in your Yoga business? Do you have the time you want in your iife to live as you want to? If you’re running all over town teaching everywhere and not getting time to rest, recharge and have enough fun, it could be because you’re business structure isn’t set up for success. This episode will help. Here are my links: Business coaching: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coac...

I heard from a bunch of listeners who just get really peeved when Yoga teachers say… In this episode Ive got some laughs from our Kula that you’ll love. Also this week a sneak into the Patreon May bonus episode about knowing when and how to raise your rates. Here are my links: Business coaching: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching Calendar to talk about coaching: https://scheduler.zoom.us/amymcdonald/...

Do you own any books written by celebrities? This week Shauna Flash and I are chatting about the yoga book written by super model Christy Turlington. We cover a LOT of ground! If you’d like to talk about Yoga books with me on the show, reach out. More about Shauna: Shauna Flash is a yoga teacher and yoga teacher trainer based in Sandy, Utah, specialising in stress reduction and mindfulness practic...

This week I’m onboarding two new clients. As a part of that process they have completed a comprehensive survey which poses questions about business, challenges, goals, visions and support. This week I’m sharing part of that survey because I suspect there will be insights for you and your business, too. Here are my links: Business coaching: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching Calendar to book in to tal...

This week we’re journeying back into the forest to learn more about ourselves, our tendencies and our longings with some Yoga mythology. Perhaps the ultimate problem-solver, this guy shows us how to get sh!t done… all while healing some rather significant intergenerational trauma! Here are my links: Business coaching: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching Counselling: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/coun...

I’ve found myself being SO pissed off during a couple of classes recently. Good news! There are teachings to be found in this space. This week i’m sharing the exact things that have given me the sh!ts in class and what I’m changing about my own teaching as a result. Enjoy! Here are my links: Business coaching: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching Counselling: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/counselling...

This week I’m joined by Taylor Lorenz oftaylorstracks.com and @taylorstracks. Taylor is the creator of the yoga & travel site, Taylor's Tracks, a former full-time travel writer turned yoga teacher, mentor & trainer after taking her first YTT that sparked her self acceptance journey. We talk about ways to feel more confident, which limiting beliefs can keep us stuck in our teaching journeys...

Vānaprastha is the third stage of life, acting as a bridge between the householder stage and the stage of renunciation. This period involves stepping back from everyday life, usually in a forest setting, to focus on spiritual reflection and readiness for the final stage of life. In this 5-part series, I’m sharing stories from Yoga that are set in the forest, where things can be shadowy and unclear...

Ganesha mythology is so powerful for small business owners. As we embark on the second quarter for this calendar year, let’s use 5 pieces of Ganesha lore to check in with how your business goals are progressing! If you want more support from me, here are some links: Counselling: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/counselling Coaching training: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/coachingtraining Online Yog...

Sometimes Yoga teachers can fall victim to workplace bullying because, we can wrongly believe, Yoga people are all good people. How can we protect ourselves from bullying in Yogaland while still showing up as our caring selves? Also, a small ‘community of practice’ insight from a class I attended last week. I hope it helps! Read the specifics about my new 3-month coaching package here: www.amymcdo...

Sometimes sticking to the plan is NOT the thing to do. If things aren’t working, ‘just showing up’ isn’t enough. Also this week I’ve got a reminder about 3 money things you need if you are really running an actual business ;) Enjoy! Read the specifics about my new 3-month coaching package here: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching Book in to talk about working together here: https://scheduler.zoom.us/a...

I’ve been compiling the reading list for my new coaching training program, and my weekend read had some great reminder tips for us as Yoga teachers! I’ve got three in particular from Michael Arloski’s ‘Wellness Coaching for Lasting Lifestyle Change’ that you’ll love. Become a supporter on Patreon to listen to the full episode: patreon.com/AmyMcDonald Curious about becoming a coach? Here’s the link...

This week I’m joined by Sarah Barguirdjian of Sarahbyoga and we talk about our Yoga careers, our friendship and Sarah asks me the spicy questions about why this and why now. I hope you enjoy it! Follow Sarah on Insta here: https://www.instagram.com/sarahbyoga/ Curious about becoming a coach? Here’s the link to read more: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/coachingtraining Book in to talk about working...

As a Yoga teacher you've invested heavily to develop the skills to identify patterns and habits and offer mindful and compassionate modifications. As a Yoga teacher you’re a champion of lifelong transformation and growth. As a Yoga teacher you’re skilful at (and you LOVE!) creating safe and beautiful spaces. In this episode I’ll explain why these skills set you up to be a powerful coach with the c...

As a Yoga teacher you've invested heavily to develop the skills to identify patterns and habits and offer mindful and compassionate modifications. As a Yoga teacher you’re a champion of lifelong transformation and growth. As a Yoga teacher you’re skilful at (and you LOVE!) creating safe and beautiful spaces. In this episode I’ll explain why these skills set you up to be a powerful coach with the c...

Enjoy a sneak peak into this month’s Patreon bonus episode about mindfully deploying expansion and contraction energies in business. Hear the full episode by joining Patreon for $5 a month and get oodles of episodes you haven’t heard yet! Here’s the link for that: www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald Also this week i’m announcing my BRAND NEW coaching training program! Yep, I’m stepping up to teach you how...

Today I’m speaking with Genieva Davidson about how to confidently pitch your Yoga business and bring more attention to what you have to offer. Genieva is the owner of Genieva Bliss Media that specialises in PR through press and podcast interviews as well as speaking, grants, awards and in general pitching the business and brand. Genieva became an expert pitcher from back in high school when she pi...

I’m starting something new this week: sharing the business lessons I’ve received from being a drop-in Yoga student. I’m also reflecting on the importance of having passive marketing working for you, freeing you up to do other things. in your business. If you know you only market when you’re trying to fill something up, this might be a good episode for you! Join Patreon for $5 a month and get oodle...

Welcome to Season 15! To celebrate the beginning of a new year and a new Season, I’m chatting with Pat Sperry about creating safe spaces, trusting our instincts in business, knowing who will make a great collaborator, protecting boundaries when you’re in biz with your beloved and a load more. Pat’s story of transformation began on a fateful day with a yoga DVD, leading him to a life dedicated to s...

Greetings from Thailand! I’m popping out of my season break to remind you about your very last chance to join my powerful group coaching program, Keep Growing. While the sound quality is low in this bonus ep, the message is important: if you KNOW you’re meant to work with me to finally make the difference in your business in 2025, this is THE time. The investment has never been this low. And I’ve...

To finish off this season of the Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast, I’ve put together three biz goals I think will make the most significant difference for you in 2025. Thanks so much for listening, and I’ll see you back in the main feed in February. Can’t wait? Join Patreon for $5 a month and get oodles of episodes you haven’t heard yet! Here’s the link for that: www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald I’ve exte...