3 Discovery Call Mistakes That Lead to "I Have to Think About It"

Have you ever wondered if it's really possible to make a living as a health coach?  Michelle has been there. She was working a steady corporate job, dreaming of something more meaningful, and wondering how to make it real. In this episode, she shares how she replaced her full-time income with health coaching, step by step. You'll learn how to earn while you still have your job, avoid burning out, and build a foundation for long-term success. You'll discover: • How to transition from employee to entrepreneur • Smart, simple ways to earn income right now • Why you need to think differently about coaching while working another job • The confidence-building habits that make quitting possible 🎯 See what it takes to go full-time as a health coach:Email "Full-Time" to [email protected] 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity

If you've ever felt stuck because your program isn't "ready" or your audience isn't big enough, this episode is for you. Michelle breaks down how to start earning now with easy offers: small, simple ways to serve clients and make money before building your dream program. You'll discover how to test your niche, refine your messaging, and gain confidence without any tech setup, long launches, or overwhelm. Plus, she shares real examples from her clients who used 20-minute workshops, single sessions, and mini packages to start earning right away. 🎯 Get your free "10 Easy Offers You Can Earn With Right Away" → HealthCoachPower.com/Easy 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity

Fifteen years ago, people didn't know what kale was. Now, Walmart is reformulating its store brands to remove synthetic food dyes. That's not a coincidence. It's proof that the health coaching movement is working. In this episode, Michelle reflects on how far we've come as a profession and what it means for your future. From one-on-one coaching sessions to national headlines, every conversation about real food and wellness has contributed to a massive cultural shift. You'll discover why this is the moment for health coaches to expand their reach, how to see your work's ripple effect, and the surprising opportunity to bridge audiences that were once skeptical. 🎯 Get your free "Roadmap to More Clients" 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Clients 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity

If you've ever felt like no one wants your health coaching services…you're onto something. And this episode is for you. The truth is, clients are not looking for health coaching. They are looking for relief from the problem that is keeping them up at night. When you shift from selling your process to focusing on the problem you solve, you will notice a huge difference in how people respond to you. Michelle shares the exact mindset and language shift that helped her go from awkward introductions to a thriving practice full of clients who were excited to work with her. Not because she was a coach, but because she had the solution they were searching for. 🎯 Grab your free "3-Part Formula to Get Clients" 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Clients 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity

Do you ever feel like you are doing everything in your business but still not making progress? That scattered, overwhelmed feeling is not a personal flaw. It is decision fatigue. In this episode, Michelle explains how to stop spinning your wheels and focus only on what grows your coaching business. You will learn a simple 10-minute exercise to clear the clutter, identify the few tasks that actually lead to clients and income, and set aside the rest. 🎯 Grab your free "3 Big Rocks" framework 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Clients 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity

Do your discovery calls often end with "I'll think about it" instead of "Where do I sign?" It can be demoralizing! In this episode, Michelle breaks down the three most common mistakes coaches make on discovery calls and shows you how to avoid them: Booking calls with anyone who asks (and why that wastes your time) Letting the client take over the call instead of guiding it Talking about your program or pricing too soon You'll learn how to set expectations, hold authority throughout the conversation, and invite people into your program with confidence. 🎯 Grab your free client application template 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Application Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity

Do you ever feel like you need another course, another certification, or another degree before you can really call yourself a health coach? Here's the truth: clients don't hire you because of your credentials. They hire you because they believe you get them, and because you make healthy living feel doable. In this episode, Michelle shares: Why your certifications are not what clients are looking for How a simple kale prep hack led to paying clients The surprising power of everyday, relatable tips What makes clients trust you and say YES How to confidently show up as the expert you already are 🎯 Grab the free 90-day blueprint to consistently sign clients 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Blueprint 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity  

If you're wondering when or if you'll be able to bill insurance as a health coach, you're not alone. In this episode, I break down what's happening with CPT codes, who qualifies to bill insurance, and what you need to know before heading down that path. But here's the twist: Some doctors say they wish they were health coaches just to escape the red tape of billing insurance. You'll learn: Why insurance might not be the goal you think it is What it takes to bill (and get paid) through insurance What smarter alternatives exist right now How to use HSA and FSA accounts The surprising truth about what top practitioners really want 🎯 Ready to build a thriving practice on your own terms? 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Training 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity

Are health coaches actually helping people… or just fueling the wellness industry's profit machine? In this conversation with holistic health coach and natural foods chef Andrea Beaman, you'll hear how she healed her thyroid disease naturally through food, even when doctors said it couldn't be done. And together, we'll explore how health coaches can stay grounded in healing instead of caving to industry pressure. You'll learn: Why the medical system dismisses food as medicine The link between ancient wisdom, emotions, and organ health The difference between helping people vs. pushing products How to reconnect to the mission that made you a health coach Reconnect to your mission as a coach with Michelle's free journaling prompts – text the word "MISSION" to 917-540-8927 Subscribe wherever you listen so you don't miss an episode. 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity

If you're struggling to figure out your niche as a health coach, you're not the only one. In this episode, I'll help you get clear on what matters most when deciding who to work with. You'll learn: Why narrowing your focus can make marketing easier How a niche supports your efforts without boxing you in The three questions that helped me get unstuck A simple way to describe who you help and what they want You'll also hear a real-life example from a listener who asked about working with older men and wasn't sure how specific to get. 🎯 Want help building a list of the right people? 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/ListLab 📬 Need a 90-day plan for getting paying clients? 👉 HealthCoachPower.com/Blueprint 📱 Subscribe so you never miss an episode:  Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/2sOjwVA  Spotify – https://spoti.fi/2Y0Eu1r  YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/HealthCoachPowerCommunity