Mastering Coaching Skills
284 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 231 ratingsIf you want to compete in the coaching industry, you need to be GOOD at coaching.
But there are some things you simply couldn’t know when you were training to be a coach - and while it’s tempting to keep studying, take another course, or dive into a certification program, you really need to build the practical skills and confidence to handle whatever your clients throw at you.
Each week life coach Lindsay Dotzlaf shares stories, tips and advice to continually develop your skills as a coach. She knows what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and anxious about coaching in the moment, and will teach you why shifting your mindset around your own abilities as a coach will make all the difference.
If you’ve got clients but want to become the absolute best coach you can be, you’ll find answers, advice and support here. Learn more at lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com!
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Ep #92: Controversial Topics for Coaches Explained
August 02, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 26.9 MBTune in this week to discuss some of the more controversial thoughts I see coaches all over the industry having. I’m showing you why the things you’re thinking about time, money, your team, or whether or not you’re working with a coach yourself might not be serving you, and some of the most inspiring ways I’ve seen other coaches think about these topics. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/92
Ep #91: When the Circumstance is Really Bad
July 26, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 20.8 MBThis week, I’m sharing how to coach someone when you believe that their circumstances are objectively bad without indulging their negative thoughts. And stay tuned to the end for a special message from one of my clients that I love and I know you’re going to find super inspirational. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/91
91. When the Circumstance is Really Bad
July 26, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 20.8 MBThis week, I’m sharing how to coach someone when you believe that their circumstances are objectively bad without indulging their negative thoughts. And stay tuned to the end for a special message from one of my clients that I love and I know you’re going to find super inspirational. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/91
Ep #90: The Reality of Group Coaching and Masterminds
July 19, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 17.7 MBTune in this week for a deep dive into the reality of setting up your own group programs and masterminds. I’m sharing how to know when it’s time to move into group coaching, why I genuinely believe group coaching offers more than one-on-one, and what to consider if you’re thinking about starting a similar program. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/90
90. The Reality of Group Coaching and Masterminds
July 19, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 17.7 MBTune in this week for a deep dive into the reality of setting up your own group programs and masterminds. I’m sharing how to know when it’s time to move into group coaching, why I genuinely believe group coaching offers more than one-on-one, and what to consider if you’re thinking about starting a similar program. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/90
89. The Answer to Almost Any Question
July 12, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 14.8 MBTune in this week to discover the answer to pretty much any question you could come up with about mastering your coaching skills. I’m sharing the questions I receive most regularly that are simply answered, and how to see where you need to consider that, “There is no right way,” might be the answer for you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/89
Ep #89: The Answer to Almost Any Question
July 12, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 14.8 MBTune in this week to discover the answer to pretty much any question you could come up with about mastering your coaching skills. I’m sharing the questions I receive most regularly that are simply answered, and how to see where you need to consider that, “There is no right way,” might be the answer for you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/89
Ep #88: Which Type of Coaching Will Work Best for My Clients?
July 05, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 29.4 MBTune in this week to discover all of the different coaching containers you can use in your business. I’m sharing the pros and cons of programs, masterminds, one-to-one coaching, groups, and courses, and I’m showing you how you can make use of the space in between all of these different containers. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/88
88. Which Type of Coaching Will Work Best for My Clients?
July 05, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 29.4 MBTune in this week to discover all of the different coaching containers you can use in your business. I’m sharing the pros and cons of programs, masterminds, one-to-one coaching, groups, and courses, and I’m showing you how you can make use of the space in between all of these different containers. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/88
Ep #87: The Coach Lab Launch
June 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBTune in this week as I give you the backstory on my 400K Coach Lab Launch. I’m sharing the thoughts I had to let go of in order to make this launch a success, and the intentional thought creation that every entrepreneur has to go through when they share their work with the world. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/87
87. The Coach Lab Launch
June 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBTune in this week as I give you the backstory on my 400K Coach Lab Launch. I’m sharing the thoughts I had to let go of in order to make this launch a success, and the intentional thought creation that every entrepreneur has to go through when they share their work with the world. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/87
86. Expansion Week: My Experience
June 21, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 17.7 MBYou might remember a couple of weeks ago, I had some of my incredible clients and coaches on the show to share their takeaways from our Expansion Week retreat. Well, I’m taking this episode to discuss my experience, how I planned the event, and how you can plan something like this for yourself. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/86
Ep #86: Expansion Week: My Experience
June 21, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 17.7 MBYou might remember a couple of weeks ago, I had some of my incredible clients and coaches on the show to share their takeaways from our Expansion Week retreat. Well, I’m taking this episode to discuss my experience, how I planned the event, and how you can plan something like this for yourself. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/86
Ep #85: 5 Steps to Knowing How to Coach on Anything with Stacey Boehman
June 14, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBTune in this week for a conversation with my amazing business coach Stacey Boehman. We’re sharing how to coach on anything, how to deal with the drama of coaching people you’re close to, and how programs like Coaching Masters and the Coach Lab will help you serve your clients in incredible ways. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/85
85. 5 Steps to Knowing How to Coach on Anything with Stacey Boehman
June 14, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBTune in this week for a conversation with my amazing business coach Stacey Boehman. We’re sharing how to coach on anything, how to deal with the drama of coaching people you’re close to, and how programs like Coaching Masters and the Coach Lab will help you serve your clients in incredible ways. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/85
84. Expansion Week
June 07, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 39.2 MBTune in this week to hear from some amazing coaches about the growth they experienced, some of them just from being invited on this trip. Each of them is sharing their individual experiences, the thought patterns they were able to address on all kinds of subjects, and why we’re all better coaches as a result. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/84
Ep #84: Expansion Week
June 07, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 39.2 MBTune in this week to hear from some amazing coaches about the growth they experienced, some of them just from being invited on this trip. Each of them is sharing their individual experiences, the thought patterns they were able to address on all kinds of subjects, and why we’re all better coaches as a result. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/84
Ep #83: The Joy of Side Gig Entrepreneurship with Sindy Warren
May 31, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 36 MBTune in this week to hear from the wonderful Sindy Warren. She’s sharing every step of her journey so far as a life coach, all of the mindset shifts she’s had to make at every stage since starting her coaching practice, and why she decided to come over here to Coaching Masters to improve her coaching skills. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/83
83. The Joy of Side Gig Entrepreneurship with Sindy Warren
May 31, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 36 MBTune in this week to hear from the wonderful Sindy Warren. She’s sharing every step of her journey so far as a life coach, all of the mindset shifts she’s had to make at every stage since starting her coaching practice, and why she decided to come over here to Coaching Masters to improve her coaching skills. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/83
82. Asking Questions and Always Learning with Rho Thomas
May 24, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 38.3 MBYou are in for such a treat this week because Rho Thomas is here to discuss how she’s honed her coaching craft through observing communities, getting curious, and using her own experience to help other lawyers with their money. She’s also sharing how being in community allowed her to approach her coaching with true confidence. You don't want to miss this episode! Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/82
Ep #82: Asking Questions and Always Learning with Rho Thomas
May 24, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 38.3 MBYou are in for such a treat this week because Rho Thomas is here to discuss how she’s honed her coaching craft through observing communities, getting curious, and using her own experience to help other lawyers with their money. She’s also sharing how being in community allowed her to approach her coaching with true confidence. You don't want to miss this episode! Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/82
Ep #81: Coaching Through Cancer with Heather Smith
May 17, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 38 MBTune in this week for a dose of serious inspiration from Heather Smith. We’re discussing how she became a coach after a devastating diagnosis, and how she now helps her clients with their own experience of having cancer, concentrating on building up the rest of their world and going from surviving to thriving. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/81
81. Coaching Through Cancer with Heather Smith
May 17, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 38 MBTune in this week for a dose of serious inspiration from Heather Smith. We’re discussing how she became a coach after a devastating diagnosis, and how she now helps her clients with their own experience of having cancer, concentrating on building up the rest of their world and going from surviving to thriving. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/81
80. Permission to Be Yourself with Annabelle Sorensen
May 10, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 37.1 MBAnnabelle talks us through the permission we all need to give ourselves, no matter our age or anything else. She’s showing us why this is at the crux of serving at our highest level, how we unknowingly get in our own way, and the importance of embodying your unique approach to coaching. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/80
Ep #80: Permission to Be Yourself with Annabelle Sorensen
May 10, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 37.1 MBAnnabelle talks us through the permission we all need to give ourselves, no matter our age or anything else. She’s showing us why this is at the crux of serving at our highest level, how we unknowingly get in our own way, and the importance of embodying your unique approach to coaching. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/80
79. When Your Client Doesn’t Get It (Part 2)
May 03, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 15.4 MBDiscover how to ease your clients into looking at their thoughts in a deeper way. As coaches, we’re used to questions like, “What’s your thought about that?” But for most humans, this can sound pretty daunting. So, I’m showing you how to deal with this when it occurs in your coaching practice, and how to help your client get the results they want regardless. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/79
Ep #79: When Your Client Doesn’t Get It (Part 2)
May 03, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 15.4 MBDiscover how to ease your clients into looking at their thoughts in a deeper way. As coaches, we’re used to questions like, “What’s your thought about that?” But for most humans, this can sound pretty daunting. So, I’m showing you how to deal with this when it occurs in your coaching practice, and how to help your client get the results they want regardless. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/79
78. When Your Client Doesn’t Get It (Part 1)
April 26, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 16.1 MBDiscover your role as a coach when your clients just aren’t getting it. I’m sharing why there is no right or wrong when it comes to coaching, and how to meet your clients where they are, especially if you currently feel like you need to explain a million things to them. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/78
Ep #78: When Your Client Doesn’t Get It (Part 1)
April 26, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 16.1 MBDiscover your role as a coach when your clients just aren’t getting it. I’m sharing why there is no right or wrong when it comes to coaching, and how to meet your clients where they are, especially if you currently feel like you need to explain a million things to them. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/78
77. How Do You Want to Coach Your Clients?
April 19, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 14.3 MBTune in this week to discover why there is no right way for you to operate as a coach. You might have ideas that you’ve never seen executed before, but that doesn’t mean they’re bad methods, so I’m sharing how to start embracing these ideas and make your own way as a coach. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/77
Ep #77: How Do You Want to Coach Your Clients?
April 19, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 14.3 MBTune in this week to discover why there is no right way for you to operate as a coach. You might have ideas that you’ve never seen executed before, but that doesn’t mean they’re bad methods, so I’m sharing how to start embracing these ideas and make your own way as a coach. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/77
76. Finding Your Feet in the Coaching World with Susan Donnelly
April 12, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 35.7 MBMy guest this week is a well-known and highly-regarded leader in her arena. Susan Donnelly is a life coach for ultra runners, and she helps her clients develop the mindset to take on whatever challenge they want in life. Susan has been in Coaching Masters, and she’s here to blow your mind about what’s possible when you lean into becoming the best coach for your clients. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/76
Ep #76: Finding Your Feet in the Coaching World with Susan Donnelly
April 12, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 35.7 MBMy guest this week is a well-known and highly-regarded leader in her arena. Susan Donnelly is a life coach for ultra runners, and she helps her clients develop the mindset to take on whatever challenge they want in life. Susan has been in Coaching Masters, and she’s here to blow your mind about what’s possible when you lean into becoming the best coach for your clients. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/76
75. Coaching Your Way with Maren Montalbano
April 05, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 36.7 MBTune in this week for a unique insight into what coaching really is. Maren Montalbano, a coach for musicians, is walking us through how she found herself in this industry, how she discovered exactly what she wanted to provide her clients with, and how she’s come to trust in herself and her coaching style. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/75
Ep #75: Coaching Your Way with Maren Montalbano
April 05, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 36.7 MBTune in this week for a unique insight into what coaching really is. Maren Montalbano, a coach for musicians, is walking us through how she found herself in this industry, how she discovered exactly what she wanted to provide her clients with, and how she’s come to trust in herself and her coaching style. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/75
74. 5 Mistakes Coaches Make When Creating Their Coaching Process
March 29, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 15.2 MBTune in this week to discover the 5 most significant mistakes coaches make when they’re coming up with their process. I’m sharing why this is such a tricky area, and I’m giving you all the details about how to start simplifying your process so you can help your clients in an easily-digestible format. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/74
Ep #74: 5 Mistakes Coaches Make When Creating Their Coaching Process
March 29, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 15.2 MBTune in this week to discover the 5 most significant mistakes coaches make when they’re coming up with their process. I’m sharing why this is such a tricky area, and I’m giving you all the details about how to start simplifying your process so you can help your clients in an easily-digestible format. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/74
Ep #73: Dealing with Overwhelm When You Aren’t Hitting Your Goals
March 22, 2022 07:00 - 23 minutes - 20.1 MBDiscover how to handle the overwhelm we feel when we aren’t hitting our goals. I’m sharing what’s happening in our brain when this overwhelm takes over, why you’re going to want to take a lot of action to try to fix it, and why you should slow down and give yourself a chance to move forward in the face of disappointment. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/73
73. Dealing with Overwhelm When You Aren’t Hitting Your Goals
March 22, 2022 07:00 - 23 minutes - 20.1 MBDiscover how to handle the overwhelm we feel when we aren’t hitting our goals. I’m sharing what’s happening in our brain when this overwhelm takes over, why you’re going to want to take a lot of action to try to fix it, and why you should slow down and give yourself a chance to move forward in the face of disappointment. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/73
Ep #72: Dealing with Overwhelm When Things Go Well
March 15, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 17.3 MBAfter I launched my new program, The Coach Lab, I had a truly surprising experience. There was a lot of excitement and gratitude, but also a bucketload of overwhelm and anxiety as my brain searched for everything that could potentially go wrong. Today, I’m showing you how I worked through all of it so you can learn how to deal with overwhelm when things are going well for you too. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/72
72. Dealing with Overwhelm When Things Go Well
March 15, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 17.3 MBAfter I launched my new program, The Coach Lab, I had a truly surprising experience. There was a lot of excitement and gratitude, but also a bucketload of overwhelm and anxiety as my brain searched for everything that could potentially go wrong. Today, I’m showing you how I worked through all of it so you can learn how to deal with overwhelm when things are going well for you too. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/72
Ep #71: The Coach Lab: Q&A
March 08, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 24.2 MBDiscover everything there is to know about my new program, The Coach Lab. I’m sharing how this program will transform how you coach your clients, the format of the program, how we’ll interact and create a supportive community, and any other questions you might need answering. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/71
71. The Coach Lab: Q&A
March 08, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 24.2 MBDiscover everything there is to know about my new program, The Coach Lab. I’m sharing how this program will transform how you coach your clients, the format of the program, how we’ll interact and create a supportive community, and any other questions you might need answering. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/71
70. Decision-Making Drama with Kimberly Mathis
March 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 53 MBTune in this week to discover the power of making decisions. We’re discussing how we underestimate the power of our decisions, how making a decision in one area of your business impacts your coaching as a whole, and why deciding to keep things simple could be the most important choice you will ever make. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/70
Ep #70: Decision-Making Drama with Kimberly Mathis
March 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 53 MBTune in this week to discover the power of making decisions. We’re discussing how we underestimate the power of our decisions, how making a decision in one area of your business impacts your coaching as a whole, and why deciding to keep things simple could be the most important choice you will ever make. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/70
Ep #69: Unhelpful Coaching Thoughts – Part 4: I Need Assets to Be a Good Coach
February 22, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 27.7 MBTune in this week to discover why you need to stop wasting your time creating assets for clients you don’t have yet. I’m sharing why the quality of your coaching always shines brighter than anything else in your business, and some proof from my own life of why having assets isn’t as important as you think it is. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/69
69. Unhelpful Coaching Thoughts – Part 4: I Need Assets to Be a Good Coach
February 22, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 27.7 MBTune in this week to discover why you need to stop wasting your time creating assets for clients you don’t have yet. I’m sharing why the quality of your coaching always shines brighter than anything else in your business, and some proof from my own life of why having assets isn’t as important as you think it is. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/69
Ep #68: The Truth About Coaching Anyone on Anything
February 15, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 23.5 MBTune in this week to see how you can coach anyone who wants your coaching on anything they want to be coached on. I’m talking about coaching consent, what you can do to empower your client, respect their boundaries, and how to see ways to meet your client where they are and decide on the best way to really help them. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/68
68. The Truth About Coaching Anyone on Anything
February 15, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 23.5 MBTune in this week to see how you can coach anyone who wants your coaching on anything they want to be coached on. I’m talking about coaching consent, what you can do to empower your client, respect their boundaries, and how to see ways to meet your client where they are and decide on the best way to really help them. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/68
67. The Most Helpful Coaching Thought
February 08, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 13.5 MBTune in this week to discover my favorite thought about my business, and how it’s helped me show up each and every day. I’m sharing how this thought relates to all of you, your coaching skills, and how you can use it for yourself, so you can have full confidence in everything you do. Get full show notes and more information here: https://ldcoaching.wpengine.com/67