The Visible Coaches Podcast

Episode 71 - Message and Momentum Weekly 3 - The Power of Strategy In this 45-minute live training + Q&A we explored why it's so important to chunk big-picture strategies down into actionable steps, and how to go about that. how to chunk a big-picture strategy into actionable steps, and how to prioritize and actually make progress Join us on Monday for the next Message & Momentum Weekly se...

Episode 70 - Solving the Pivot Problem In this episode, we share insights on the challenges and opportunities of pivoting, especially for introverted coaches. With a combined 30 years of business experience, we discuss various types of pivots—from career changes and geographical moves to entrepreneurial shifts. Anke shares her personal pivot stories, including her drastic shift from software devel...

Episode 69 - Message and Momentum Weekly 2 - Mapping Out Your Solution In this episode of the Visible Coaches Podcast, the recording of our second Message and Momentum Weekly live session, we unpack the importance of understanding one's offer and the solution it provides, conducting market research to clarify messaging, and strategically mapping out solutions tailored to specific client needs. 00:...

Episode 68 - Message and Momentum Weekly 1 - Uniquely YOU - Discover your business edge Message and Momentum Weekly is an initiative designed to provide weekly guidance for businesses seeking to refine their message and generate momentum. The first topic, 'Uniquely You,' revolves around leveraging personal uniqueness as a business advantage, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the importance of auth...

Episode 67 - Are you stopping short of success? In this podcast, we discuss the topic of stopping short of success. We point to the importance of having a clear vision of what success looks like for individual entrepreneurs and stress on the importance of inner-directed goals rather than borrowing someone else's measures of success. We remind you of the significance of balancing passion with strat...

Episode 66 - How to Start Building Your Audience In this podcast episode, we unpack the topic of actively building and understanding your business audience. We explore the importance of building an audience, the process of understanding the audience's needs, and how to leverage this understanding to create relevant business offerings. We emphasize the importance of having an email list and using i...

Episode 65 - Is it a message or a numbers game? In this episode, we discuss the importance of business message and the role of momentum in a successful venture. We reflect on our experiences, providing insights for new business owners into the challenges of gaining traction and visibility. We also debate the strategies for 'hunter' versus 'gatherer' approaches and the need for preparing an engagin...

Episode 64 - Should You Really Batch All Your Content? In this podcast episode of 'Visible Coaches', we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of content batching, essentially creating large amounts of content in advance. We argue that while this approach works for some people, it can be overwhelming for others who prefer to be more responsive and ‘in-the-moment’. We recommend you figure out YOU...

Episode 63 - Are you overengineering the client experience? In this episode, we tackle the subject of 'overengineering' in client experiences. Highlighting the often-overlooked concept that less can sometimes indeed be more, we broach the importance of ensuring simplicity and efficiency in our business practices. Drawing from personal accounts, we uncover how well-intentioned efforts to enhance ex...

Episode 62 - The Magic of Margin - How to Stop Leaving Everything to the Last Minute In this episode, we discuss the concept of 'margin' as it applies to life and time management. It's about giving yourself plenty of room for unexpected occurrences and not leaving everything to the last minute. Using our personal experiences, we delve into how a lack of margin can result in persistent stress, inab...

Episode 61 - It's not just what you say, it's how you say it In this episode, we discuss the importance of nonverbal communication and how it can impact public speaking and presenting. We share personal anecdotes and insights about the significance of not just what you say, but how you say it. We emphasize the need for practice and gradual exposure to speaking opportunities to improve one's skills...

Episode 60 - The Power of Asking In this episode, we delved into the power of asking and why it is so important. We discussed the fear and insecurity around asking for more, asking for help, and asking for the right things. We shared personal experiences and insights on how asking can lead to growth, humility, and a greater sense of humanity. We also touched on the balance between autonomy and ask...

Episode 59 - 3 Failures You Need to Have If You Want to Grow Your Business In this episode, we explore three important failures that are crucial for personal and business growth. We start by discussing the need for client complaints as a means to understand and improve our business. Then, we delve into the importance of experiencing failures in selling, which provide valuable lessons and opportuni...

Episode 58 - Play the Game You Really Want to Win In this episode, we explore the concept of having a plan A versus a plan B. We discuss how advice to always have a plan B may not be applicable when pursuing the dream business that aligns with your true skills and lifestyle. Through the stories of our own experiences and those of others, we highlight the importance of following your passion and tr...

Episode 57 - The Biggest Problem With Being a People Pleaser In this episode, we explore the biggest problem with being a people pleaser. As recovering people pleasers ourselves, we openly share our personal experiences and the detrimental effects that people pleasing can have on both personal and professional life. We delve into the exhausting cycle of constantly trying to keep everyone happy and...

Episode 56 - When All You Feel Is Behind In this episode, we explore the concept of feeling behind and the unique challenges that introverted coaches face when it comes to selling their services. We share our insights on how to spot golden opportunities, clarify your message, and nurture your market without sacrificing your energy levels or well-being. We discuss the impact of comparing ourselves...

Episode 55 - How to Make More Progress With Micro Stepping In this episode, we discussed the concept of micro stepping and its impact on our progress. We shared how breaking a project down into small, manageable tasks can help us work more efficiently and feel less overwhelmed. Through examples and insights, we explored the importance of accurately assessing our skill levels and setting realistic...

Episode 54 - Struggling With a Slow Start In this episode, we discuss the topic of struggling with a slow start, particularly in January. We talk about the importance of recognizing the value of a slow start, listening to our bodies, and taking things one step at a time. We also discuss different perspectives on slow starts in the context of business and the importance of breaking tasks down into...

Episode 53 - Perfection or Progress - Your Choice In this episode, we discussed the choice between perfection and progress. We talked about the experience of overthinking and overplanning, and how it can lead to wasted time and anxiety. We shared personal stories of dealing with deadlines and the art of focus. We explored the balance between striving for perfection and getting things done, and the...

Episode 52 - Can You Overplan? In this episode, we discussed the topic of planning. We explored the benefits and pitfalls of planning, whether overplanning is a creative avoidance tactic, and how different individuals have different approaches to planning. We also touched on the importance of knowing ourselves and finding a balance between aspirational goals and process goals. Join us as we share...

Episode 51 - Dawn Taylor - Unmasking Trauma in Entrepreneurship: How you are getting in your own way In this episode, we engaged in a thought-provoking conversation with Dawn Taylor about how past experiences and trauma often subconsciously influence entrepreneurial tendencies and decision-making. Dawn candidly shared her journey of overcoming trauma and how it has shaped her business path. We ana...

Episode 50 - What To Do When Your Family Doesn't Support You In this episode, we discussed strategies for handling a lack of support from family members when it comes to pursuing your business aspirations. We explored the challenges faced by introverted coaches and how to overcome resistance from loved ones. We also touched on the importance of getting your needs met while building your business a...

Episode 49 - How Introverts Can Create Incredible Communities And Memberships In this episode, we explored the assumptions and challenges introverts face when it comes to building and hosting communities. We discussed the importance of creating spaces that align with introverts' strengths and preferences. We also highlighted the value of routine, creativity, and intimacy in building successful com...

Episode 48 - Communicate to Connect: Yasmin Vorajee on the Art of Business Messaging In this episode, we delve into the art and science of crafting your business message with our expert guest, Yasmin Vorajee. Yasmin enlightens us on common messaging mistakes, talks about the importance of going deep with your offer, and explains why it’s essential to align your business with your lifestyle. We als...

Episode 47 - The Importance of Aspirational Messaging In this episode of the Visible Coaches podcast, we discuss the importance of aspirational messaging. We share our insights on how to create an effective and nuanced aspirational message that resonates with potential clients and positions us better in the market. We emphasize the significance of validating clients' journeys and avoiding criticis...