The Best Damn Coach Podcast is the premier podcast for coaches who want to grow a profitable coaching business and master their coaching craft. Master Coach and creator of the Best Damn Coach Program and the Framework Builder Lab, Amanda Walker, brings her 25+ years of experience as a coach to each episode. She teaches you how to run a profitable coaching business and confidently coach your clients. The goal of this show is to help you be the best damn coach you can be so your clients get amazing results and tell the world about you. This podcast is for coaches, mentors, solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, and online service providers who want to create a big impact with their gifts and make money doing it.
If you want to build a profitable coaching business and be a confident coach, you are in the right place.
This show will provide answers to questions like:
*How do I make money as a coach?
*How much should I charge for my coaching services?
*How do I find clients?
*How do I get my clients consistent results?
*How do I build my signature coaching framework?
*How do I create an offer that converts?
*How do I market my coaching services?
*What type of coaching works best?
*How do I get more confident as a coach?
To connect with Amanda and learn more about her work, visit www.amanda-walker.com
Tired of the client acquisition rollercoaster? My guest Adam Schaeuble from Podcasting Business School just blew my mind with a strategy that made him $6,000 in 5 days from a podcast series he didn't even promote initially. We're talking about limited series podcasts - and no, this isn't another "private podcast" or lead magnet. This is a completely different approach that leverages SEO and organic discovery to bring qualified prospects directly to your door. This isn't about being on every plat...
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yo...
Today is a REALLY big day! After months of teasing and planning, I'm finally announcing my major surprise: a brand new limited series podcast called "How to Find Clients: Tips for Coaches and Entrepreneurs." This isn't just another podcast - it's a bingeable, step-by-step audio course designed to solve the #1 problem coaches face: finding clients consistently and sustainably. After surveying my newsletter list, they confirmed what I suspected: the biggest struggle for coaches is getting clients....
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yo...
If you're refreshing your bank account every few minutes, slashing your prices mid-sales call, or feeling physically sick when you think about money, you're stuck in a scarcity mindset that's literally repelling your ideal clients. In this raw, vulnerable episode, I'm sharing exactly how I went from crying about my income nosedive (after shutting down my Feel Amazing Naked brand) to 5X-ing my revenue by shifting one fundamental thing: my focus from getting to giving . You'll discover: The 3 hidd...
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yo...
Are you stuck in the endless loop of "just one more certification" before you launch your coaching business? If you're waiting to feel "ready" or "qualified enough," this episode is your wake-up call. After helping a coaching client save $10,000 on an unnecessary certification and watching her replace her teaching salary in just one year, I knew it was time to expose the certification spiral that's keeping talented coaches stuck. In this episode, I reveal the harsh truth: I've seen coaches with ...
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yo...
Ah, sweet summertime is upon us! The kids are home, the weather is beautiful, and if you're like most coaches, you're feeling the tug to slow down and put your business on the back burner until fall. But what if I told you that summer could actually be your most strategic season? The time when you rise above the noise while others go quiet? Today, I'm breaking down exactly how to maintain business momentum without sacrificing your summer fun. I share the three high-leverage activities that will ...
In this Coaching Clinic episode, a live session addresses the common struggle coaches face with pricing and offering high-ticket one-on-one services. The discussion explores the hesitation to move past lower ticket offers, the importance of a clear vision for client progression, and practical considerations for structuring offers that allow for deeper client work while building a sustainable business without burnout.
Many coaches struggle with lack of visibility due to fear and overwhelm. Discover the V-squared method and four visibility archetypes to find a strategy that feels natural and exciting. Learn how to overcome pitching fear and build a consistent visibility plan. Join the Fall Retreat to break through blocks and create your personalized 90-day strategy.
This episode of Coaching Clinic Friday discusses a common mistake in workshops: offering too many options at the end, which confuses potential clients. The solution proposed is to use a single call-to-action – booking a call. This allows for higher conversion rates through a personalized sales conversation, where different offers can be strategically presented based on the client's specific needs and budget.
Do you need a website for your coaching business? And if you already have one, is it working for you or just sitting pretty on the internet? In this value-packed episode, I've invited digital marketing expert Brad Ball (head of Liquis Digital) to reveal the critical elements that transform a basic coaching website into a powerful client-attraction machine. Brad breaks down the three must-have elements of a high-converting coaching website: Clear primary AND secondary calls to action (and why mos...
Amanda discusses how to create effective lead magnets, emphasizing that the messaging around the freebie is more important than the freebie itself. She advises focusing on providing immediate value and creating a desire for more from potential clients, rather than overwhelming them with lengthy content.
If you feel like you've been trying everything and you're still not getting clients, this episode is for you! In this powerful conclusion to my Momentum Series, I reveal the five core reasons you might be struggling to sign coaching clients – including the #1 reason that keeps most coaches broke. Most coaches focus on surface-level strategies when they're not signing clients: creating more content, trying new platforms, or constantly tweaking their offers. But after years of helping coaches buil...
Have you ever left a coaching session feeling defeated, like you did all the talking while your client barely moved the needle? As coaches, our entire business rests on our ability to create transformational results for our clients. When clients experience genuine breakthroughs, they renew their packages and eagerly refer others - creating the most valuable leads you'll ever get! I dive deep into the crucial difference between coaching and consulting, explaining why telling clients what to do cr...
If you've Googled "how to stop doubting myself as a coach," this episode is for you! I'm breaking down why you're caught in the cycle of second-guessing every decision in your coaching business - and giving you 5 tangible tools to break free and start trusting yourself again. In this second installment of my four-part Momentum Series, I reveal that you don't have a clarity problem—you have a confidence leak. This overthinking isn't just slowing you down; it's actively sabotaging your business gr...
🔥 FREE LIVE COACHING SESSION: Register for May 7th at 9am PT where I'll coach YOU on your biggest business challenge! → https://amanda-walker.com/getcoached In this kickoff to my special 4-part Momentum Series, I tackle the question many coaches struggle with: When you're the coach, who coaches YOU? Fresh off our incredible BDC live event, I'm sharing why investing in coaching is the single fastest way to grow your business and why going alone is keeping you stuck in "mind drama" and perfection...
Amanda Walker discusses common mistakes made in group coaching and provides practical strategies for improvement. She covers the importance of building rapport, setting clear expectations, engaging participants, ensuring content integration, and creating a psychologically safe environment. The episode offers actionable tips for coaches to enhance their group sessions and achieve better results.
Amanda coaches a client on how to improve her website to attract more clients by focusing on making free resources easily accessible and ensuring the website is client-focused. The session emphasizes the importance of market research and clear calls to action over investing heavily in web design upfront. It covers strategies to drive traffic to these resources and offers practical advice on website layout and content presentation.
Amanda Walker discusses how to overcome the fear of being seen in your coaching business. She explores common fears like rejection and judgment, and shares practical strategies and a visualization exercise to manage these fears. The episode emphasizes the importance of authenticity and taking action despite feeling afraid.
Amanda coaches a BDC member on refining her podcast pitches to attract ideal clients. They discuss identifying core client pain points like weight loss, sleep, and consistency, then reframing these topics with unique angles and statistics. The coaching includes setting an accountability date for sending out podcast pitches to increase visibility.
Are your coaching clients really paying you for Voxer access, modules, or coaching sessions? In this episode, I reveal the three essential components that clients are actually investing in when they hire you as their coach. If you've ever struggled with pricing your services or questioned your value as a coach, I provide a powerful reframe that will change how you view your coaching business. I break down why proximity, accountability, and implementation are the true drivers of client results—an...
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yo...
Amanda Walker and Julie Menden discuss how coaches can grow their businesses by leveraging speaking opportunities. Julie shares her journey to becoming a speaking expert, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and using existing coaching frameworks to create compelling talks. The conversation covers strategies for finding speaking gigs, differentiating between free and paid opportunities, and effectively selling from stage without being overly salesy, highlighting the power of speaking to build credibility and attract ideal clients.
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yo...
I’m sharing my exact process for quarterly planning—a strategy that’s been a game-changer for me and my students inside The Best Damn Coach . If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by setting goals or staying on track, this step-by-step guide will help you map out a clear, actionable plan for the next 90 days. I’ll walk you through how to reflect on the past quarter, set realistic goals, break them into manageable steps, and stay accountable along the way. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to...
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yo...
I’m opening up about a recent retreat experience that completely shifted my perspective on vulnerability, authenticity, and transparency—and why these traits are essential for standing out in the coaching industry. I’ll share personal insights from my Enneagram journey (shoutout to Tracy O’Malley !), how I’m learning to embrace real-time vulnerability, and why being you is the ultimate differentiator in a world saturated with AI and cookie-cutter coaching. Plus, I’m giving you four actionable st...
This episode features a live coaching session focused on how to effectively pitch offers during webinars or workshops without feeling overly salesy. The discussion covers strategies for improving the clarity and impact of the offer presentation, including building out slides, emphasizing core results, and creating FOMO. Additionally, the coach provides guidance on simplifying offerings, lead acquisition, and optimizing webinar content for better engagement and conversion.
