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312 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 188 ratings

Hello health coaches! I'm here each week, candidly answering your questions based on my 14+ years of experience in the field. Topics include getting started as a coach, finding clients, earning income and building confidence. Join our free community and get YOUR questions answered at HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com.

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E286: 10 Things You Need To Build Your Health Coach Website

April 10, 2024 18:41 - 28 minutes - 22.5 MB

It's easy to waste a lot of time (and money) building a website that doesn't work. Meaning...it might look ok, but does it lead to paying clients? Join Michelle to hear about 10 things you need to build an effective health coaching site. And grab our free Website Planner at: https://healthcoachpower.com/planner Mentioned in this episode: Download FREE Website Planner for Health Coaches

E285: Meet Me in New York City this May! (Here’s How…)

April 03, 2024 17:08 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

Michelle hasn't had the chance to meet up with health coaches in New York City for a long, long time. Let’s change that! Join us to see how you can connect this May 2024 for some fun and personal/professional development. Get details and RSVP at http://HealthCoachPower.com/NewYork Mentioned in this episode: Get details and RSVP to meet in New York City this May Heal the Healer Conference

{Limited Time Episode} How To Know If Fast Track Is Right For You

March 25, 2024 20:06 - 30 minutes - 22.7 MB

Fast Track only happens once a year, and in 2024 it's allllllll new! In this episode, you'll meet some of this year's members and hear why they took the leap and what they're looking forward to. Plus, Michelle has some questions to help figure out if Fast Track is the right place for YOU, too. Enrollment's open until 3/27/24 at HealthCoachPower.com/FastTrack

E284: How Shannon Left Her Job & Made the Leap into Full-Time Health Coaching

March 15, 2024 22:56 - 21 minutes - 17.5 MB

It can be scary to think about giving up a good salary for the uncertainty of your own business. Listen in as Shannon describes how she went from 1 client, to completing Fast Track, and 1 year later jumping into her own full-time coaching practice. Join the Fast Track 2024 waitlist for best pricing and bonuses at: HealthCoachPower.com/waitlist   Mentioned in this episode: Get on the Fast Track 2024 waitlist at: HealthCoachPower.com/waitlist Join this March’s GET MORE CLIENTS bootcamp a...

E283: Get More Clients: The 5-Step Formula for Health Coaches to Create Financial Freedom

March 13, 2024 15:31 - 23 minutes - 18.6 MB

What would financial freedom look like for you? A decade ago, Michelle found herself stuck and rapidly losing control of her health – until a client-generating formula changed everything. Listen as Michelle shares the formula to create freedom in YOUR life too. And join this March’s free GET MORE CLIENTS bootcamp at: HealthCoachPower.com/getmoreclients   Mentioned in this episode: Join this March’s GET MORE CLIENTS bootcamp at: HealthCoachPower.com/getmoreclients

E282: Mastering Your Daily Routine: Building a Solid Structure for Health Coaches

March 06, 2024 20:04 - 24 minutes - 19.6 MB

Without a boss telling you what to do, it can be challenging to structure your time. Whether it’s daily tasks or month-to-month plans, how do you decide what to do and when? What if you find yourself without enough clients? In this episode, Michelle shares the general structure that’s worked for her, as a model to try for yourself. And join us for this March's free GET MORE CLIENTS event at: HealthCoachPower.com/getmoreclients Mentioned in this episode: Join this March’s GET MORE CLIENTS b...

E281: Earn the Right to Sell: Building Trust & Winning Clients

February 28, 2024 15:01 - 23 minutes - 18.8 MB

They tell you to “put yourself out there,” right? They tell you to talk about your health coaching services. But if you still don’t have the clients you need your efforts may be backfiring. It’s time to consider a more nuanced approach! In this episode Michelle shares about earning the right to sell and what that looks like in a healthy, successful practice. Join our FREE Get More Clients Bootcamp this March at: HealthCoachPower.com/getmoreclients Mentioned in this episode: Join this March...

E280: Create a Freebie - Fast!

February 20, 2024 20:13 - 13 minutes - 11.5 MB

In order to build your mailing list it's essential to offer freebies – or "lead magnets" – to attract your perfect prospective clients. But sometimes it's hard to come up with a good idea for what to offer. Listen in for lots of brainstorming and ways to create a freebie, fast. And if you're looking to attract clients, the waitlist for 2024's LIVE Fast Track is open at: HealthCoachPower.com/waitlist   Mentioned in this episode: Get Michelle's free resource: 100 Freebie Ideas For Health C...

E279: Photo Shoot Ideas for Health Coaches

February 14, 2024 15:07 - 33 minutes - 26.3 MB

Photos of yourself are absolutely essential when marketing coaching services. After all...coaching is a relationship with YOU! If the only decent photos you have are professional shots from your wedding (or a selfie from vacation last summer) join us to talk about getting great health coach photos on any budget. And add your name to the waitlist for this spring's Fast Track Semester with Michelle - http://healthcoachpower.com/waitlist Mentioned in this episode: Join the waitlist for 2024's...

E278: Can Health Coaches Recommend Supplements?

February 07, 2024 14:46 - 24 minutes - 19.4 MB

Sooner or later, the topic of supplements is going to come up in your health coaching practice. So why are so many health coaches avoiding having this conversation? In this episode, Michelle shares perspective on what it's like to discuss supplements and stay within your scope – based on her 13 years in private practice. Learn more about supplements at http://HealthCoachPower.com/supplements   Mentioned in this episode Learn about supplement quality and creating a passive income stream ...

E277: Organize Your Business Without Getting Overwhelmed - Tips and Advice from Health Coaches

January 31, 2024 16:59 - 24 minutes - 19 MB

Implementing systems, learning tools, managing your time...all smart things to do but – wow! – it can also be overwhelming. In this episode, Michelle's joined by some real life health coaches in our community to share what's working and help YOU get organized.   Mentioned in this episode:  Join the 2024 Fast Track waitlist This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – Save 30% off your first 3 months when you sign up with this link. That Clean Life – Save 20% o...

E276: What To Do When It’s Not Working (For You & Your Clients)

January 17, 2024 17:41 - 26 minutes - 21.2 MB

It's so frustrating to feel that our efforts are falling flat! Clients experience this when they don't see results – and so do health coaches. In this episode we'll explore the best way to handle the situation, and turn perceived "failure" into success. Learn more powerful coaching techniques in our upcoming, LIVE training - HealthCoachPower.com/powerful This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – Save 30% off your first 3 months when you sign up with this link. Th...

E275: 3 Powerful Coaching Ideas To Try in Your Next Client Session

January 10, 2024 15:13 - 23 minutes - 19.4 MB

Feel like your coaching sessions could be more powerful? Or maybe it's terrifying to even think about working privately with a client – that's normal too! In this week's episode we'll share 3 coaching ideas to give you confidence in your next client session. Join our free, live training this January, "Become a Powerful Coach & Get Results For Your Clients" at HealthCoachPower.com/powerful This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – Save 30% off your first 3 months wh...

E274: Use Meal Plans & Recipes to Grow Your Business (and Stay Within Your Scope)

January 03, 2024 18:07 - 33 minutes - 27.8 MB

What’s more powerful than telling a client exactly what to eat? Helping them decide for themselves – and follow through. THAT is the magic of health coaching! This week’s episode will explore the best ways to do that while clearly staying within your scope of practice. This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – We have a bonus Kitchen Cleanout bonus available here for a limited time – and save 30% off your first 3 months when you use this link and code: HEALTHCOACH3...

E273: Navigating the Health Coaching Industry in 2024

January 02, 2024 13:49 - 19 minutes - 16.2 MB

In this special New Year episode, Michelle looks at current trends in the industry and where we are headed as health coaches. Don’t miss the new opportunities she describes to get help with your business, reach more diverse communities and create a health coaching practice that perfectly suits YOU. Get our free Healthy Profit University blueprint at: HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – We have a bonus Kitchen Cleanout bonus avai...

E272: Health Coach Legal Questions, Answered by Lisa Fraley

December 28, 2023 20:55 - 31 minutes - 25 MB

From state laws to scope of practice, client forms and insurance...we know you have questions. Lisa Fraley is here to help you make legally sound decisions for your health coaching practice. Get Lisa's DIY legal templates (the same ones Michelle uses!) at HealthCoachPower.com/legal This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – We have a bonus Kitchen Cleanout bonus available here for a limited time – and save 30% off your first 3 months when you use this link and code:...

E271: 10 Ways To Connect With Your Community in 2024

December 20, 2023 15:57 - 34 minutes - 27 MB

This week’s show is dedicated to Sarah, who asked in our Facebook group: “Does anyone have any ideas to engage their surrounding community? Like some sort of meet and greet or discussion/party? I'm stuck.” Listen in for 10 different ways to do just that in 2024! And ask your questions at: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – We have a bonus Kitchen Cleanout bonus available here for a limited time – and save 30% off your first 3 mo...

E270: Start Your Health Coach Podcast in 3 Steps

December 13, 2023 16:49 - 18 minutes - 13.5 MB

Podcasting is a fantastic way to generate health coaching clients from the comfort of your own home. (After all, clients need to feel like they know, like and trust you before hiring you as a coach!) Listen and get the simple steps to start your podcast in time for the new year. And grab our FREE Podcast Quickstart Guide at HealthCoachPower.com/podcastguide

E269: Cultivating Client Accountability & Engagement

December 06, 2023 13:36 - 28 minutes - 20.6 MB

Information is freely available to our clients. But implementing new habits? It’s where health coaches can really shine. In this episode we’ll talk about how to maximize your clients’ experience and results, and the tools that can help.   This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – We have a bonus Kitchen Cleanout bonus available here for a limited time – and save 30% off your first 3 months when you use this link and code: HEALTHCOACH30 That Clean Life – Save 20...

E268: The Behavior of Success with Karin Nordin, PhD

November 29, 2023 17:32 - 28 minutes - 20.9 MB

What does it take to build a successful health coaching business? Well, just like our clients reaching their health goals – it’s all about behavior change. Karin Nordin is a behavior change expert joining us to talk about intrinsic motivation, growth mindsets and discomfort and failure tolerance. A must-listen! This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better – We have a bonus Kitchen Cleanout bonus available here for a limited time – and save 30% off your first 3 months whe...

E267: Getting Health Coaching Clients Around the Holidays

November 22, 2023 19:17 - 18 minutes - 13.7 MB

Thinking of running a sale or making a special offer during the holiday season? In this episode we’ll discuss which options work best so you can keep your client roster full and income flowing. One idea? Run a short 5-Day Jumpstart – and Michelle will show you how, for FREE. Register at: HealthCoachPower.com/jumpstart This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better - We have a bonus Kitchen Cleanout bonus available here for all PB users! New members save 30% off your first...

E266: Finding & Partnering with Doctors Who "Get It” with Anthony Masiello

November 15, 2023 16:26 - 34 minutes - 24.3 MB

It's so frustrating when doctors aren't on the same page as health coaches. Whether you're helping a client or looking for help with your own health, join us to learn about an out-of-the-box solution with my friend, fellow health coach and CEO of Love Life Telehealth, Anthony Masiello. Mentioned in this episode: Register for Michelle's Free 5-Day Jumpstart (happens Nov 2023!) Love.Life Telehealth Email Anthony Masiello   This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice ...

E265: How to Run a 5-Day Jumpstart

November 08, 2023 19:46 - 23 minutes - 17.2 MB

It’s super useful to offer a bite-sized program in your health coaching practice – whether you’re a brand new coach or have years of client experience. In this episode, Michelle shares how to gain momentum and earn income with one simple, fun program. Best of all? You can experience it for yourself with this November’s FREE 5-Day Jumpstart for Health Coaches: HealthCoachPower.com/jumpstart This episode is brought to you by our sponsors: Practice Better - We have a bonus Kitchen Cleanout b...

E264: Behind the Scenes of My Personal Health Journey

November 01, 2023 16:45 - 31 minutes - 22.4 MB

Most of us became health coaches because of a lifelong interest in health and/or personal experience with illness. This week Michelle shares about her personal journey in a behind-the-scenes look…and demonstrates how sharing YOUR story can be your superpower. Join our free 5-Day Jumpstart this November at: HealthCoachPower.com/jumpstart

E263: Unpacking Health Coach Overwhelm

October 25, 2023 19:20 - 25 minutes - 19.1 MB

Getting tripped up by ALL THE THINGS? It's really common for health coaches to feel overwhelmed. Michelle has personal experience here – so this week she unpacks what overwhelm is all about and how to work through it like a pro. Get our free Healthy Profit University blueprint at http://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint

E262: The Work it REALLY Takes to Succeed as a Health Coach

October 18, 2023 16:11 - 27 minutes - 19.4 MB

Ok, time for some blunt honesty. Health coaching schools get you in the door by promising a certain picture of what it will be like – you, sipping a smoothie, earning income effortlessly doing work you love. But in reality? That's not exactly how it goes. In this episode, Michelle shares what it *really* takes to succeed. (Warning: You may not like what you hear!)    Get our free Healthy Profit University blueprint at http://HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint

E261: [Coach the Coach] A Different Way To Define Your Target Market

October 12, 2023 14:28 - 25 minutes - 18.2 MB

One of our HPU Core Curriculum members, Katya, bravely shares her struggle of pinning down a target market in this week's episode. It's a common issue among health coaches! You'll see how Michelle demonstrates taking a broader view to help Katya connect with the right women – and feel excited about her work. Need this kind of help in your own business? Get our free HPU Blueprint at HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint

E260: 5 Simple Steps To Create Your Online Course

September 28, 2023 14:07 - 25 minutes - 18.6 MB

Oh, the overwhelm! Just the idea of creating an online course can make your head spin – until now. Listen in for the 5 simple steps to follow so you can create your course, stress-free. And register for Michelle’s FREE Create Your Online Course Bootcamp at http://HealthCoachPower.com/bootcamp This episode is brought to you by Primal Health Coach Institute’s Human Intestinal Microbiome Certification. Get a free sneak peek of the actual course material at http://HealthCoachPower.com/microb...

E259: How To Earn More & Charge Less

September 21, 2023 14:09 - 17 minutes - 13.6 MB

In this episode Michelle shares why a lower-cost pricing model could be valuable and relevant to your business right now. Learn how to implement this strategy, and the two-pronged mechanism that allows you to remain profitable with lower prices. And register for Michelle’s FREE Create Your Online Course Bootcamp starting 10/1/23 at http://HealthCoachPower.com/bootcamp This episode is brought to you by Primal Health Coach Institute’s Gut Health Certification Course. Get a free sneak peek ...

E258: Challenges Women Face Building a Successful Coaching Business with Stephanie Dodier

September 14, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 30.7 MB

After 14 years in the health coaching industry, watching thousands of coaches walk the entrepreneurial path, Michelle has noticed an obvious intersection between business success and feminist issues. Stephanie Dodier joins this episode to discuss her own journey and common challenges in a field full of women looking to succeed.  

[Bonus] The most important writing skill: Know What To Write Challenge Day 3

September 08, 2023 12:00 - 3 minutes - 2.71 MB

Over the course of this free 3-day event, our health coaches have started putting together a well-written, professional bio. Today Michelle will help you polish it up with the most important writing skill of all. Make sure you’re on the list for this free event before 9/14/23: HealthCoachPower.com/whattowrite

[Bonus] Make Writing Easier & Faster: Know What To Write Challenge Day 2

September 07, 2023 12:00 - 4 minutes - 3.45 MB

Michelle’s free 3-day training continues in this bonus episode! Day 2 is about making the writing process easier, faster, and dare we say - more fun? Make sure you’re on the list for this free event before 9/14/23: HealthCoachPower.com/whattowrite

[Bonus] The Words To Use: Know What To Write Challenge Day 1

September 06, 2023 12:00 - 4 minutes - 3.28 MB

Surprise! Michelle’s giving away a free 3-day training this week. Join the fun and create a unique piece of writing to help attract clients – and learn skills to fuel your marketing for years to come. Day 1 is about finding your unique voice. Make sure you’re on the list for this free event at: HealthCoachPower.com/whattowrite

E257: How Writing Fueled My Health Coaching Business (and can do the same for you!)

August 30, 2023 18:40 - 16 minutes - 12.1 MB

Finding clients doesn’t always come easily to health coaches. But you don’t need expensive tools, funnels or ads to be successful. Check out this episode and learn how to attract clients using your most powerful marketing tool…your words. And join the waitlist for Copywriting For Health Coaches at HealthCoachPower.com/writing.

E256: Coaching Clients Through Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Jessica Drummond

August 23, 2023 17:13 - 32 minutes - 23.3 MB

Working with women? If so, you’re surely coming across issues related to perimenopause and menopause. In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Jessica Drummond, founder of the Integrative Women’s Health Institute, to discuss how health coaches can be most helpful to this population.   Looking to add more clients to your practice? Get our free Healthy Profit University blueprint at HealthCoachPower.com/blueprint   Blog post and free gift from Jessica: https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute...

E255: Generating Clients Through LinkedIn with Hailey Rowe

August 17, 2023 12:00 - 30 minutes - 22.1 MB

You've heard about LinkedIn...maybe you've even set up a profile as a health coach. Now it's time to learn how to leverage this powerful platform! Listen in as our guest, Hailey Rowe, walks us through the basics of generating leads and new clients.

E254: Creating Recurring Revenue as a Health Coach

August 10, 2023 13:12 - 24 minutes - 17.6 MB

It’s one thing to sign a client that pays you for a specific period of time. It’s another to continue earning, month after month, year after year, from the same happy customers. In this episode, Michelle shares 3 ways to create that recurring revenue. Looking to add more clients (and revenue) to your practice in the next 90 days? Get our Healthy Profit University blueprint completely free at: Healthcoachpower.com/blueprint

E253: Offering Wellness Retreats with Amber Hagberg

August 01, 2023 20:14 - 29 minutes - 22 MB

Have you ever considered running a retreat? It’s yet another way that health coaches can earn while transforming lives! In this episode, we’ll hear from Amber Hagberg about what kind of coaches make ideal retreat hosts…and how to go about it profitably! But maybe you're not quite ready for a retreat...if instead you’re looking to add more private clients to your practice in the next 90 days, go to HealthCoachPower.com/text and text “90 days.”

E252: Don’t Offer a Free Consultation Without THIS…

July 27, 2023 15:11 - 21 minutes - 16.1 MB

If you’ve been offering prospective clients a free consultation or “discovery call” that’s great. But you need one important step BEFORE someone books your time. Michelle shares what it is and exactly why you need it in this episode. Looking to sign more clients in the next 90 days? Email "90 Days" to [email protected].

E251: [Coach the Coach] 3 Things You Need Instead of Business Cards

July 20, 2023 14:42 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

When someone shows interest in what you do as a health coach, it feels like you should hand them a business card. Right? Nope. Tune in to this episode for more effective ways to get and stay in touch. And join Michelle's free Facebook group for health coaches at HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com.

E250: Choosing a Platform For Your Health Coaching Program

July 13, 2023 15:42 - 19 minutes - 14.8 MB

If you're wondering about a platform to use for your health coaching program, tune in to hear about your options and Michelle's best recommendations (ranging from zero-tech to more complex.) We even have a free step-by-step tutorial to share! This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb

E249: How To Create an Active, Engaged Facebook Group

June 29, 2023 17:55 - 32 minutes - 22.9 MB

Thinking about creating a Facebook group? Maybe you've already started one and getting engagement feels like pulling teeth? Listen in for Michelle's top considerations for turning a free Facebook group into an active, profitable piece of your marketing plan. And if you're interested in customizing a business growth model to fit your life (and personality!) email [email protected].

E248: The Health & Well-Being Coaching Conference: Recap & Follow-up Thoughts From Michelle

June 22, 2023 19:45 - 36 minutes - 25.7 MB

Whether you were there or not, the inaugural Health & Well-Being Coaching Conference was a momentous event in the history of health coaching! In this episode, Michelle shares the "cliffsnotes" with you...and some thoughts on how we can do even better as an industry. Want help with your marketing? Message Michelle with the words "Rising Tide" on Instagram, in the FB group or email [email protected]. This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management ...

E247: 100 Ways to Build Your Mailing List

June 15, 2023 15:55 - 36 minutes - 30 MB

You've heard you need a mailing list, right? It's one of the most important ways you can be marketing yourself as a health coach. But how do you get more people on your list? I've got 100 ideas to share with you, so come ready to be inspired 🙂 And download the full list for free at HealthCoachPower.com/freebies This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb

E246: How to Organize Your Health Coaching Business

June 08, 2023 14:12 - 27 minutes - 24.6 MB

When Michelle started her health coaching business in 2009 she felt like a hot mess! If you've been having that feeling about areas of your business, listen in and learn about systems and tools to help you get organized.  This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb. 

E245: Try This *Awesome* Passive Income Idea for Health Coaches

June 04, 2023 01:20 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MB

It's no secret - Michelle loves passive income streams! From the earliest stages of her health coaching career she's used them to generate extra revenue without a lot of extra time or energy. In this episode she shares one of her favorites so you can give it a try.  This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb.

E244: How Do Health Coaches Make Money?

May 26, 2023 14:38 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MB

We know that health coaches guide and support. And we know health coaches sometimes create recipes and Instagram reels. But how, pray tell, do health coaches make money?? Listen and find out! And get yourself out there with Michelle's brand new FREE workshop - HealthCoachPower.com/offtheground This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at https://healthcoachpower.com/pb.

E243: Get Your Health Coaching Business Off the Ground (Finally!)

May 19, 2023 21:17 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MB

Why do health coaches have such a hard time getting their business off the ground? People desperately need help with their health, so this should be a no-brainer. Listen in for some theories about what's holding us back as an industry - and a plan to get you in motion. And get Michelle's brand new, free workshop at: HealthCoachPower.com/offtheground This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at htt...

E242: Health Coaches Beware! Avoid These 5 Industry Scams

May 12, 2023 18:20 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MB

As the health coaching industry grows, so do the number of scam artists targeting our backs. One of the benefits of our community is being able to share these experiences – so others can avoid the same traps. Listen in for details and if YOU have experienced any type of scam, please share inside our free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at h...

E241: Meet me in San Diego this June! (Here’s how…)

May 05, 2023 15:17 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MB

Michelle hasn't had the chance to meet up with health coaches in-person in about 10 years…but that's about to change. Listen in to see how you can connect with Michelle and our fellow health coaches this June 2023 for a weekend of fun, wellness and learning. Go to HealthCoachPower.com/sandiego   This episode is brought to you by Practice Better, my favorite client management tool. Save 30% off your first 3 months with code HCP30 at http://healthcoachpower.com/pb.