Synopsis
Hello health coaches! I'm here each week, candidly answering your questions based on my decade of experience in the field. Topics include marketing, branding, strategy, mindset, list building, coaching skills and technology know-how. Ask YOUR questions at HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com
Episodes
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Ep 33: Pricing Your Health Coaching Services
25/09/2018 Duration: 31minAfter many years of running a health coaching business, Michelle admits that pricing is still tricky territory! In this episode she shares 3 perspectives on pricing your products and services. You’ll also learn the best way to get yourself out there to attract clients and the tools you need to get started. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 32: Getting Great Client Testimonials
19/09/2018 Duration: 32minAre you collecting testimonials from your clients? To make sure you get the most useful testimonials possible, follow along with the tips in this week's episode! Michelle also shares how to manage a Facebook group for your online course and how to know whether your target market is TOO “niche” or not. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Bonus: Women’s Health & Functional Medicine Mini-Training For Health Coaches with Dr. Aviva Romm
13/09/2018 Duration: 01h07minWould you love to be able to go beyond the basics of health coaching and offer more for your clients? If so, you're in for a treat. In this bonus episode, Michelle interviews Dr. Aviva Romm about how health coaches can play a central role to healing in a functional medicine model. They discuss Dr. Romm's professional training program and take listener questions about gluten, Hashimoto's, lab testing and more. Be sure to join Michelle's free Facebook group for health coaches to get live access to events like these at HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com
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Ep 31: Credentials, Diplomas & Certifications, Oh My!
10/09/2018 Duration: 32minHave you been considering getting additional certifications beyond your health coach diploma? Hormones, digestion, herbs – you name it, there’s a program out there to teach it. In this episode, Michelle shares how she decided on her own recent continuing education in the area of functional & integrative medicine. She also gives guidance around preparing meal plans for individuals vs. groups and the pros/cons of starting a Facebook group. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 30: Your Website: What You Need & What You Don’t
30/08/2018 Duration: 31minHave you fallen down into the rabbit hole of building your website? If you've wasted hours of your life and still have a site you don't love…today’s episode is for you! Michelle discusses what to prioritize on your website and how to make the process as painless as possible. She also gives a glimpse of her favorite social media scheduling tool and the book that got her started on her health journey. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 29: How To Structure an Initial Consultation
22/08/2018 Duration: 30minDiscovery call, health history, initial consult…whatever you call it, it’s the first time you’re talking to a prospective client about the possibility of working together. In this episode, Michelle makes it less nerve wracking! She also talks about how and when to have clients complete a health history form and how to think about pricing a group program. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 28: Why Some Health Coaches Make It "Bigger" Than Others
15/08/2018 Duration: 31minEver wonder what some health coaches are doing to “make it big”? What’s their secret? In this episode, Michelle shares what she’s learned from some of the most successful coaches out there. She also helps you stop worrying about your website and figure out an appropriate hourly rate based on where you live. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep27: Is Your Target Market Narrow Enough?
02/08/2018 Duration: 31minAre you struggling to define your target market? In this episode Michelle explains how to make your marketing more effective by narrowing down your niche. She also talks about what types of freebies work best to grow your mailing list and why you shouldn't put the cart before the horse when trying to sell programs and services. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle's free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 26: The 3-Step Business Plan
18/07/2018 Duration: 31minHas anyone ever told you that you need a business plan? The idea can be terrifying but in this episode Michelle breaks it down into 3 simple steps and provides examples. She also shares thoughts on how to work intuitively with clients and split revenue when partnering with a gym or yoga studio. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep25: How To Launch Your Health Coaching Business
12/07/2018 Duration: 30minLaunching a shiny new health coaching business can be truly intimidating and prevent you from doing…anything! In this episode, Michelle breaks it down into manageable steps. She also advises on what to do during a final client session and how to prepare for a workshop. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep24: Handling Pricing Objections Like a Pro
05/07/2018 Duration: 31minAre you worried that your prices are too high? In this episode, Michelle shares how to not take it personally and why your target market has everything to do with your pricing. She also talks about whether or not to call yourself a “health coach” and where to begin with a client who needs a complete diet and lifestyle overhaul. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep23: Best Passive Income For Health Coaches
04/07/2018 Duration: 29minHave you heard about the idea of passive income but don’t know where to begin? In today’s show, Michelle explains the benefits and best way to incorporate these income streams into your practice – affiliate marketing. She also gives ideas for working with clients in lower-income areas and what kind of recipes to make during a cooking demo. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep22: Should You Coach Friends & Family?
27/06/2018 Duration: 30minHave you ever worked with a friend or family member as a client? It can get awkward, so in this episode Michelle talks about how to navigate these situations. She also shares tips for managing your business finances, how to hold online coaching sessions and whether you should copyright your handouts and materials. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 21: Creating Your Signature Program
13/06/2018 Duration: 30minAre you interested in creating an official, signature program for your health coaching business? In this episode Michelle guides you through the process! She also advises on frustrating clients, Facebook pixels and how to use meal planning as a value-add in your programs. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 20: Should You Charge For an Initial Consultation?
07/06/2018 Duration: 30minHave you been doing initial consultations, or health histories, for free? Ever wonder if you should be charging for your time instead? In this episode Michelle shares ideas for handling that all-important first meeting with a prospective client, talks about what makes a freebie or opt-in gift work like magic, and gives a few practical tips for protecting your own energy when working with private clients. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 19: Schedule Your Time Like a Boss
04/06/2018 Duration: 29minHaving a hard time doing it all? An entrepreneur’s list of tasks is no joke and in this episode Michelle breaks down exactly how she manages her calendar. She also talks about when and how to start a Facebook group, if a health coach knows enough to work with a complicated client, and more. Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep18: Demystifying the "Coaches For Coaches" Phenomenon
28/05/2018 Duration: 31minIt’s the elephant in the room and in this episode Michelle confronts it head-on: Why do so many health coaches go on to sell services to their fellow coaches? She tells her story, shares tips for helping a client with resistant weight loss, talks about healthcare flex spending accounts and lots more! Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 17: Is Your Opt-In Working?
18/05/2018 Duration: 30minDo you have an opt-in or freebie on your website – something you give away in exchange for an email address? In this episode, Michelle explains how to determine if your opt-in is actually working for you. She also talks about the best way to create an online course and the difference between blog and newsletter content.Tune in weekly to hear more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 16: Best Continuing Education Courses For Health Coaches
15/05/2018 Duration: 31minHave you considered doing trainings beyond your health coach certification? There are so many resources available! In this episode Michelle talks about what’s worthwhile and what’s not, at different points of your career. Tune in weekly for more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn
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Ep 15: How To Structure a Group Program
25/04/2018 Duration: 28minWant to run a group program but aren’t sure how to structure it? In this episode Michelle offers her advice AND free group coaching outlines! She also helps you get useful testimonials from your clients and talks about the ethics of sharing recipes. Tune in weekly for more candid answers and ask your own questions by joining the free Facebook group: HealthCoachPowerCommunity.com. Like what you hear? Check out Michelle’s free, on-demand training to help you earn a full time salary at FindYourBalanceHealth.com/earn