233. Your Perfectionism Is Hurting Your Coaching (& What to Do About It)

In this episode, I share a powerful yet simple method for evaluating what truly energizes you in your business. By conducting an energy audit, you'll identify which activities, clients, and tasks light you up versus drain you—so you can build a a coaching practice that feels aligned and sustainable.   This process works for auditing everything from client sessions to content creation. By rating different aspects of your coaching practice, you'll discover where you can make strategic shifts in how you operate and transform your coaching business.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/240  

How do you know when it's time to reimagine your coaching business? After numerous conversations with colleagues and clients in my Reimagine program, I've noticed a pattern of coaches feeling exhausted, bored, or burnt out from doing the same things repeatedly without making strategic shifts when friction appears.   In this episode, I share the subtle and not-so-subtle signs that indicate it's time for change in your coaching business. Whether you're experiencing resistance to certain tasks or feeling constant friction, this episode offers guidance on moving forward strategically and avoiding burnout while maintaining what works.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/239

What happens when a strategy coach combines AI and astrology to help clients build better systems? Amazing things. In this episode, I sit down with Robin Langford (also known as WickedVeracity) for a fascinating conversation that weaves through multiple disciplines and approaches to coaching.   In this episode, Robin shares insights about her coaching approach, her experience in my Reimagine Mastermind, and how she's expanding her business with new offers including an AI membership. You'll hear about the intersection of astrology, AI, and coaching, and how Robin uses these tools to help clients discover their unique design and create systems that work for them rather than trying to fit into someone else's mold.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/238

I'm buzzing with excitement about major shifts coming to my business, podcast, and offerings. While I can't reveal all the details just yet, I want to bring you along for the journey as these transformations unfold. These upcoming changes are inspired by my Reimagine process – a framework I've developed and used with clients that's now guiding my own business evolution.   Today, I'm sharing the three essential steps of the Reimagine framework that can transform not just your coaching business but any area of your life. Whether you're looking to revamp an existing offer, create something entirely new, or help your clients navigate change, these steps provide a clear path forward.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/237

I've been surprised by how many people have questioned my decision to offer quarterly one-on-one coaching spots through 2025, suggesting I might be "going backwards" in my business. This couldn't be further from the truth.   In this episode, I share the strategic and personal reasons behind my decision to add customized one-on-one coaching back into my business model. Whether you're considering adding one-on-one coaching to supplement group programs, or you need to pivot temporarily for financial reasons, there's nothing about this that constitutes "going backwards. This episode is all about making responsive, strategic decisions that align with your values and business needs.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/236

I’m pulling back the curtain on the thoughts that plague even experienced coaches like me. From wondering why I have to work so hard, to fantasizing about quitting my business and getting a “regular” job, I’ve been there. But here’s the truth: These thoughts aren’t signs of failure or incompetence- they’re completely normal. Every coach and entrepreneur faces them at some point.   By normalizing these thoughts, we can begin to strip away the shame and guilt that often hold us back. My hope is that by the end, you’ll realize you’re not alone- and that understanding these common struggles is the first step toward overcoming them and moving forward.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/235

Have you ever felt disconnected from your creative side? That spark of imagination and self-expression that once came so naturally might be buried under years of criticism, busy schedules, and societal expectations. In this episode, I'm joined by the delightful Amanda Gold, a life coach for heart-led creative weirdos, to explore reigniting our innate creativity.   Tune in to hear some practical ways to weave creativity into your daily life, even if you only have five minutes to spare. From Amanda's ingenious "celebration drawer" filled with sensory treats to strategies for overcoming creative blocks, this conversation is your permission slip to play, create, and celebrate yourself without judgment.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/234

Are you holding yourself to an impossible standard as a coach? I've noticed a troubling pattern among coaches—this underlying belief that because they're coaches, they should somehow transcend the human experience. They think they should have all the answers, never struggle, and be immune to the very challenges they help clients navigate.   In today's episode, I'm diving into why coaches often feel they should "know better" or "be better" than they currently are. I share specific examples of how this shows up in my coaching containers and explain why embracing your humanity actually makes you a more effective coach.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/233

Have you ever noticed how when you're trying to change something about yourself, you often swing from one extreme to the other before finding balance? This fascinating pattern is what I call "the pendulum effect" in coaching. Just like a physical pendulum that swings back and forth before settling in the middle, our behaviors and beliefs often follow this same trajectory when we're working on personal growth.   The beauty of understanding this pendulum effect is that it helps normalize what can otherwise feel like an uncomfortable or even alarming process. Today, I'm sharing how to recognize this pattern in yourself and your clients, why it happens naturally, and how you can intentionally use this concept to create powerful transformations.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/232

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I can't believe I'm back here again" or "I should be further along by now"? This belief that we're somehow starting over or regressing in our progress is one of the most common and damaging thoughts I hear from coaches. It's a sneaky mindset trap that not only makes you feel terrible but actively prevents you from solving the very problems you're facing.   Today I'm breaking down why this belief is so harmful, what's actually happening instead, and how to shift your perspective when these thoughts arise. I'll share real examples from my clients, hypothetical scenarios you might encounter with your own clients, and even my personal experiences with this mindset trap. By the end of this episode, you'll have practical tools to recognize when you or your clients are caught in this thinking pattern and know exactly how to move forward without the weight of shame or frustration.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/231