271. Permission Granted: The Coaching Business You Really Want

As a coach, you might be waiting for someone to give you permission to build your business your way. In this episode, I'm offering something different than the typical New Year goal-setting advice. Instead of helping you make another plan or choose a word of the year, I'm giving you what you might need even more: explicit permission granted to create the business you actually want to run.   For full show notes, transcript, and more information, go to: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/271   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

As the year comes to a close, it's easy to judge your success based on whether you hit your goals. In this episode, I offer a different perspective. I share why enjoying your business matters more than reaching any single milestone, and how shifting the way you think about goals can help you create a business that feels sustainable, fulfilling, and worth showing up for every day.   For full show notes, transcript, and more information, go to: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/270   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

Have you ever felt like you're supposed to follow all the "rules" of coaching, the ones everyone seems to agree on, but that don't always feel right for you? Well, sometimes, in order to grow your coaching business, you have to get a little unconventional. In this episode, I'm sharing nine pieces of advice that most business coaches won't tell you. These are the real, practical insights that have shaped my own coaching journey and the success of countless coaches I've worked with. Each one challenges conventional wisdom in ways that might surprise you.   For full show notes, transcript, and more information, go to: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/269   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

Do you ever feel like you're holding parts of yourself back in your coaching? In today's episode, I'm joined by one of my incredible clients, Zadra Rose Ibañez, who shares how she brings her whole self into her coaching practice. Zadra, a coach for sustainability professionals and non-profit leaders, walks us through her journey of integrating personal values with her work and why embracing your full self is essential to truly thriving as a coach.   If you're looking to step into your own version of a successful, whole coach, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and ready to take action.   For full show notes, transcript, and more information, go to: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/268   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

Feeling "not ready" is one of the biggest things that keeps coaches stuck. In this episode, I'll show you why readiness isn't required, and the one powerful question that actually moves you forward. You'll learn how to shift from waiting for confidence or certainty to taking action with willingness, and how to help your clients do the same.   For full show notes, transcript, and more information, go to: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/267   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

If you feel pressure to hit your coaching goals faster, you're not alone. In this episode, I'm sharing a personal story that will help you rethink that urge to rush and show you why sustainable growth always beats frantic timelines. You'll learn how to slow down, focus on the next right step, and create momentum that actually supports your coaching business.   For full show notes, transcript, and more information, go to: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/266   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

You know that feeling when you look at the calendar and realize you're not where you thought you'd be with your goals? That knot in your stomach that tells you you're falling behind? This is especially common as we head towards the end of the year.   In this episode, I'm showing you how to recalibrate your goals without the shame and stress that often comes with feeling behind. You'll learn three key questions to help you refocus, create a clear plan, and avoid the trap of frantic hustle or giving up. This shift in perspective will transform the way you approach your goals and help you guide your clients through similar challenges.   For full show notes, transcript, and more information, go to: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/265   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

If you've ever tried to "fix" your marketing by doing everything at once (daily emails, constant posting, five platforms at the same time) you already know how that story ends. Two weeks later, you're overwhelmed, behind, and wondering why you can't seem to stay consistent no matter how much you want to.   There's an easier way, and one that actually works. In this episode, I walk you through my simple strategy that helps you create real consistency without the burnout. If you've been craving a way to finally follow through, this episode will show you exactly where to start.   For full show notes, transcript, and more information, go to: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/264   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

Coaching can often feel like you're juggling a million things, unsure of where to focus next. I've been there, and I know how overwhelming it can feel when things aren't clicking into place. But understanding where you are in your growth journey can help you focus your energy in the right spots.    In this episode, I'm giving you a sneak peek into one of the videos from The Complete Coach membership, where I walk members through the 4 stages of coaching growth and help them decide where to focus. So even if you're not considering joining the membership, you'll this episode is packed with valuable insights you can apply to your coaching practice.     Learn more about The Complete Coach here: lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach    Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/

Coaching can feel like building a puzzle without seeing the picture on the box. You collect pieces from everywhere, skills, strategies, and advice, hoping they'll fit together, but they end up scattered and hard to sustain.   In this episode, I'm introducing The Complete Coach, my new membership that integrates coaching skills, business strategy, and life balance into one clear framework. If you're ready for real community, sustainable methods, and a business that truly fits you, this is where it all comes together.   Learn more about The Complete Coach here: https://lindsaydotzlafcoaching.com/the-complete-coach   Follow along over on Instagram: instagram.com/lindsaydotzlaf/