Life Coach Business Building School with Debbie Shadid

Is your business stuck in a rut? If you've recently caught yourself saying, "My business is not working," or if you've shared those words with someone else, then this podcast episode is perfect for you. We’ll dive deep into the challenges that many coaching businesses face and some practical strategies to help you break free from the rut and rekindle your business spark. Learn...

It’s my birthday and I'm celebrating by helping women coaches, like you, grow your business! After 25 years of learning, I'm dedicating the next year to boosting your certainty, competency, and confidence. In this episode, we’ll talk about how the Business Building Boutique can help you elevate your coaching image, streamline your business operations, and expand your reach organically. P...

Today's episode is part two of our little mindset and marketing series. Building on last week's discussion, we will now address four additional mindset traps that hinder your business building and marketing efforts. Join me for an honest conversation about overcoming these mindset traps, gaining even more confidence in your marketing, and achieving the results you desire. Don't miss...

Today's podcast is the first of a truth-telling two-part series on mindset and marketing. We'll dive deep into the four deceptive lies you may unknowingly be telling yourself, hindering your motivation to market your business effectively. So get ready for some eye-opening insights on what is actually holding you back from doing more marketing, and tune in with an open mind. Let's de...

Raise your hand if you’re passionate, ready to coach, but feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. We've all been there! Finding your audience, mastering social media, boosting your business confidence, and achieving financial success can be challenging from the inside out. The good news is, I'm here to help! In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through the Fast Track Business Building Boutique...

Today's podcast episode is a special one! Join me as I take a deep dive into the incredible journey my business has embarked on over the past two years. From leaving a career and a niche that I have spent 23 years building, to exceeding my goals and establishing a scalable business that consistently delivers the results I promise to my clients. This journey has been nothing short of extraordi...

As a coach myself, I understand how uncomfortable you might feel when it comes to selling your coaching services. After all, it's not just about offering your expertise; it also involves selling yourself as the perfect coach for them. However, the exciting part is that selling your coaching can be a fulfilling and satisfying journey, especially if you embrace an approach that aligns with your...

When was the last time you had niche drama? As a coach, you've likely experienced it more than once, or maybe you're still on the fence about your niche! In this episode, we’ll unpack all things about niches, and maybe finally put all that drama to rest. Listen until the end to learn how to identify a profitable niche, and hear practical tips on how to market and find your people and bui...

Are you a coach who’s feeling discouraged after a not-so-successful program launch or a slow start to your business? Don't worry, you're not alone! In today's episode, join me for an honest conversation about the realities of building a thriving coaching business. I'll be discussing the four most common concerns that coaches have and providing insights and advice on how to over...

Building a successful business isn't a walk in the park, but what truly matters is the journey, not just the destination. In today's episode, I will be speaking with Erin Thompson, a Performance and Confidence Coach for Senior Living Leaders who is graduating from my Business Building Boutique program. Listen in as she shares her valuable insights for anyone building their coaching busin...

Are you feeling discouraged seeing other businesses achieve success while you're still struggling to get clients? Don't worry, you're not alone! Tune in to this episode where I sat down with Laura McGill, a total well-being life coach who has been part of my Business Building Boutique program for several months. Laura shares how she overcame challenges by implementing a solid plan a...

From building brand awareness to connecting with your target audience, social media has the power to take your business to new heights. But let's be real - navigating the nitty-gritty details of how exactly to do social media can be overwhelming! In today's episode, I am joined by two of my clients, Gretta Orazen and DeDe Anderson, who both have mastered the art of social media and achie...

Consistent marketing starts with a well-structured plan, and it doesn’t have to take a lot of time, effort, and mental strain to get it done. In today's episode, we’re wrapping up our eight-part marketing series by bringing together all the strategies that I have taught you to create your marketing plan. Listen in as I share my best practices to make the most of your time and resources in gro...

As a coach myself, I've found that creating successful workshops is one of the most effective ways to market my business. Holding workshops offers an incredibly immersive learning experience for your clients and enables you to showcase your expertise, build strong relationships, and open up opportunities for upselling and greater success. In today's episode, we'll dive deep into the...

Running a successful life coaching business requires more than just expertise and a passion for helping others. You need to have a strong online presence that can attract new clients, showcase your skills and expertise, and build a community around your brand. Thankfully, you can do all of these things for free through social media. In this episode, I will be sharing with you my answers to frequen...

Email marketing is a direct line to the inboxes of your target audience. It's a great way to make a personal connection, and if done right, it can be a very profitable way to market your business and nurture your subscribers. In today's episode of the Life Coach Business Building podcast, I'm talking about funnels and how effective email marketing can be for your coaching business....

Are you struggling to grow your email list and generate revenue for your business because you don't have the budget for expensive ads? Well, what if I told you that you can achieve the same results without spending a single penny on ads? I know it's possible because I did just that in 2021 - I grew my email list from 0 to 100 subscribers and generated $75,000  in revenue by using a strat...

Are you ready to grow your email list? Yes! Marketing is the ATM to your business, and when you have an email list, you can interact with potential customers who want to spend money on your services. In today's episode of the Life Coach Business Building podcast, I'm diving into the fourth part of the marketing for life coach series. I'll be talking about email opt-ins. If you have...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the thought of having to confidently share your message to people?  In today's episode of the Life Coach Business Building podcast, I will be talking about the importance of talking to people and telling them about your coaching business. In the first two parts of this marketing series, we discussed how to understand your niche, identify their problems, and crea...

Do you have ongoing doubts about your niche?  Does this uncertainty leave you stalled out in your business? In today’s episode of the Life Coach Business Building Podcast, I’m speaking with Erin Thompson, a Performance and Confidence Coach for Senior Living Leaders. We discuss how Erin determined her most viable and profitable niche. We talk about her love for “my people with the gray hair” and he...

In my 24 years of business consulting and coaching, I can truly say that mastering your marketing message is probably the most important thing you can do for your business. It’s the foundation of all of your marketing which is how people connect with you. In today’s episode of the Life Coach Business Building Podcast, I’m talking about the second “pre-marketing” activity that will help you sell yo...

Many of the coaches I speak with have the same question - do you really need a niche for your business?  In today’s episode of the Life Coach Business Building Podcast, I’m addressing the niche doubts you might have and answering many of the most frequently asked questions.  This episode is the first installment of my all new 8-part business marketing series.  In this marketing series I’ll be shar...

As a business growth coach for coaches, I’m always looking for ways to help my clients expand their business.  That’s what the Design, Live, Thrive Summit was all about.  The results for my clients were fantastic and the attendees have given incredible feedback on how impactful the speakers were. In today’s episode of the Life Coach Business Building Podcast, I’ll give you the run down of what it...

As coaches, our ultimate goal is to make a positive impact. The Design, Live, Thrive Summit 2 day workshop series was our opportunity for women to learn about how impactful coaching can be. Coaching is transformative! In today’s episode of the Life Coach Business Building Podcast, I will be joined by 5 of the 16 incredible coaches and speakers from the recently concluded Design Live Thrive Summit....

I hope you’re having a wonderful start to the new year. I bet you’re like most of the women I know who want to approach their life differently in 2023…you’re ready for change! You’ve set your goals and dreams aside for far too long as you’ve taken care of everyone else needs.  Well, my friend, I want to invite you to make yourself a priority. In today’s episode of the Life Coach Business Building...