"Slow and boring IS the fast track." "The moment you succumb to the 'shoulds' is the moment you build a business you hate or resent." This conversation with Business Growth Strategist, Celi Arias was a lot of fun! Listen in for some great examples of how to do things your way, and avoid some common misconceptions and pitfalls when it comes to strategy. This episode is especially great for recovering people pleasers and folks who are getting burned out doing all the things. We also have a great s...
Jun 19, 2024•43 min
This episode will resonate with anyone who's ever wanted to be able to earn more and feels like they're constantly bumping up against a ceiling. We talk about the importance of being seen, the most impactful things you can do, consult close rates, and how many clients you typically need to break six figures. We also get into protective patterns, having a regulated nervous system, finding/focusing on what's working, and allowing. Join us for an engaging conversation I know you'll be nodding along...
Jun 12, 2024•44 min
In this episode, we have the privilege of hearing from someone so knowledgeable and passionate about something everyone is talking about, the medicine of the moment - microdosing. Kayse Gehret is one of the most highly regarded, sought-after guides in this area, and today she's talking to us! Listen in to get answers to your questions, like: - What is it? - How does it work? - What are the benefits? - How long does it take to see results? - How can it benefit my coaching and/or business? - How d...
Jun 06, 2024•32 min
And if you want to get coached by me - you can! If you're interested in joining me in The Advisors Circle my small group for coaches - let's chat. Book a consult here. Hugs! Caryn
May 29, 2024•17 min
I'm passionate about all things coaching and business (hence the name of the podcast) but there's a keyword in the title I want you to zero in on: "your". There are a lot of folks out there who know a lot about tactics but people are exhausted and none of the tactics actually matter if they don't move the needle FOR YOU. On the other side of knowing your strategy, there's peace. Shiny objects are no longer shiny when you know what you're doing. Let's talk about it! You were meant to coach - and ...
May 15, 2024•11 min
If you are feeling exhausted, resentful, complacent, stuck... #1. You are not alone and #2. You might be experiencing burnout. Today's episode with Jen Liddy is a great reminder that we get to decide who we are, what we're trying to create, how we're going to show up, what works for us, etc. - and then OWN IT. Jen and I coach on what she wants, clearing the clutter/clarifying all the things, defining boundaries that give her wings, and the permission to live that, out loud. ----- ** If you enjoy...
May 08, 2024•32 min
Welcome to the podcast for coaches in business! We talk about all things coaching, business, and coaching business. Grab your free gift: 5 Ways to Make Coaching Your Marketing I hope you'll follow the show today and stick around for many great coaching sessions, coaching conversations, and solo episodes where I highlight things that are coming up in my practice. Interested in connecting? See you on Instagram or LinkedIn Cheers to your success, Caryn...
May 02, 2024•3 min
The way that we build our lives around ourselves (to reduce friction and create ease) matters. This episode is about doing what you need to do - without apology - to become who you want to be. Let's think about your life from the perspective of functional design, allow you to stop "shoulding" all over yourself, and put the necessary supports in place. You in? ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button and/or rate and review. I appreciate each one! ** ----- Prefe...
May 01, 2024•10 min
In this episode, Marketing Assistant Mentor, Emily Reagan and I talk about working with who you are, some guidelines for working with virtual support, and if/when it makes sense to get help in your biz! This is a great episode for the following folks: - Business owners and online support providers - Military spouses and stay-at-home moms - Anyone interested in some great insights (on life, business, AI) and/or a discussion about unicorns Listen in! ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure...
Apr 24, 2024•47 min
In this episode, I coach Grief Gallery creator and certified grief coach, Charlene Lam on getting clear in your messaging and ensuring the terms you use are clearly defined (by you). We also discuss how there isn't one great/right opinion for how you do business -- except your own . Listen to Charlene's story, learn more about what it means to "curate grief", and see what nuggets might be here for you. ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button and/or rate and r...
Apr 17, 2024•38 min
This episode is about clearing all the clutter from your life and business. In it, I talk about decluttering in lots of different areas including energetic decluttering. And I give you my process for closing energetic loops. I hope it prompts you to think about how you can declutter everything - to experience more freedom and more energy. ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button and/or rate and review. I appreciate each one! ** ----- Prefer video (with closed ...
Apr 10, 2024•6 min
This episode was a really fun one. In it, I chat with credentialed life coach, hypnotherapist, and personal empowerment expert, Amy Green Smith about fear, people-pleasing, feeling worthy, and taking up space . There's a lot more I want to say about it but it's one you should listen to and grab some nuggets from yourself! Here are some teasers... - Am I actually in danger or is this just new? - We have conflated what is familiar with what is comfortable. - Fear and people-pleasing aren't always ...
Apr 03, 2024•39 min
In this episode, Beth and I coach on her launch strategy and how she can release what feels heavy and allow it to be more fun/feel authentic to who she is and how she likes to do things. No one wants a webinar anymore anyway. But, everyone wants to have fun. In case this resonates, we decided you can have permission to never launch again and just throw parties for the rest of your life! To find out what this looks like and how we got there, listen in. ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make s...
Mar 27, 2024•33 min
We all go through stages in life and business. It's okay if you're not excited anymore like you were at the beginning... You can still do incredible work, make incredible offers, and have amazing unicorn clients. In this episode, I talk about right-sizing your business. Listen in and, maybe, let a bit of permission seep through wherever YOU need it. ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button and/or rate and review. I appreciate each one! ** ----- Prefer video (w...
Mar 20, 2024•6 min
How tapped in are you to your intuition and how does it function in your daily life? In this episode, guide for empaths, Ciara Rubin talks to us about trusting your intuition. We get into... - What an empath is - The 4 Main Languages of the Intuition - How to check in with and use your intuition - Shadow work, deepening self-care, and stepping into your power As Ciara says, "You always know..." This episode is a great place to begin or deepen your trust in that knowing. ----- ** If you enjoyed t...
Mar 13, 2024•31 min
Today's episode is a special one... Brand Strategist and Founder of SheBrand, Liz Dennery is here to talk to us about branding and marketing - why it's more important than ever and what is hurting a lot of entrepreneurs in that regard. We cover the basics (What is a brand?) to the more advanced (How many content pillars should you have? And why is critical thinking so important when creating content?). Listen in to hear more of our conversation and find out the two things you can do right now fo...
Mar 06, 2024•43 min
"Ease is possible for me." If you read that and any part of you doesn't believe it, this is the episode for you! If you have ever had the thoughts: - "Things seem to come easier to others. Everything's more difficult for me." OR - "Good things only come from working hard/me performing at my best." Listen in... There are some powerful questions and reframes you'll want in your back pocket! Thank you Ariane (https://olympiacoaching.com/) for bringing this oh-so-relatable topic and being willing to...
Feb 28, 2024•32 min
This conversation is full of joy, laughter, truth bombs, and transformation. The purpose of today's episode is two-fold: 1). To let you know my small group mastermind is open and available for you to join on March 1st. 2). So you can hear from one of my long-term clients about what it's like to coach with me and why small group coaching may or may not be for you. For more info about and/or to apply for The Advisors Circle, head to caryngillen.lpages.co/theadvisorscircle We start March 1st There ...
Feb 21, 2024•32 min
In this episode, we turn the tables and Caryn is asked the questions. Find out who she is, where she came from, what's going on for her now, and why that might matter to you. She shares about... - Her winding road to becoming a life coach, despite knowing at 22 that is what she was made for. - Burning herself out by doing ALL the things (including building her business while working full-time, with a baby) - What she learned and how things look different now (hint: spaciousness is a top value). ...
Feb 14, 2024•33 min
Have you ever felt like you wanted/needed to come home to yourself? Do you know how to courageously be AND love yourself - truly? This episode with ShaktiBomb Creator, Katie Kozlowski will help you remember how fabulous you are. Release the cognitive dissonance, start feeling triumphant, and have more FUN. Who doesn't want more of that?! Learn more about and connect with Katie and her work at katiekozlowski.com. She is also on Instagram (@iamkatiekozlowski). ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode,...
Feb 07, 2024•35 min
Join Workshop HERE. Today is all about the powerful question noted in the title. Jump into this quick episode and try on what might be there for you. Want transcripts? Head to Apple Podcasts. Thanks!
Jan 31, 2024•10 min
JOIN WORKSHOP See you there! Want to share your thoughts on the pod? Love or hate ads? Wish we had more X, Y, or Z episodes? Share 'em at support [at] caryngillen.com. Thanks for being here! Looking for transcripts? They can be found on Apple Podcasts.
Jan 28, 2024•13 min
This episode is all about sustainable profitability and how having a plan allows you to pay yourself well, life-proof your business, and affords you more freedom overall . Join me and guest, Belinda Rosenblum as we discuss how to: - Get out of reactive decision-making - Avoid burnout and ease the rollercoaster of online business - Plan for next year and more! Get clear on what you want and build your business out of intention. Sustainable growth and profitability are yours for the taking. Start ...
Nov 29, 2023•38 min
Hey! In this episode, we have a little fireside chat. I share my Black Friday offer, and we talk about business minimum baselines and some personal updates (where we're at with the house, etc). Interested in the Black Friday Bonuses that come when you sign up for Coach-In-Your-Pocket with Caryn? Let us know here: support@caryngillen.com Links mentioned in the show: - The Playbook - Instagram - LinkedIn We'll see you next week for one last episode before we take a holiday pause. Thanks, as always...
Nov 22, 2023•14 min
You may have more going on this time of year than many other times of the year... Maybe... If so, you're in the right place. Let's clear the decks before you deck the halls so you can feel more grounded, more centered, and like you're ready for more fun! Don't forget to hop on my list for what's coming up on Black Friday - here's the link: https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25 ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button and/or rate and review. I appreciate e...
Nov 21, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Anna and I coach on feeling isolated in business, particularly in solopreneurship. Join us as we explore what she thought was "an impossible conundrum." We walk around inside it and come to an unexpected but very welcome outcome that answers the question, "Am I alone in this?" ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button and/or rate and review. I appreciate each one! ** ----- Prefer video (with closed captioning) or want to grab the transcript? He...
Nov 08, 2023•28 min
A tiny but mighty episode on how to rest, and what that means FOR YOU. I have been talking to a lot of clients recently about rest and how to restore (how they do it, if they do it, their thoughts and feelings about it, etc.). In this episode, we'll explore the question "What do I need to rest fully?" We also talk about: - What rest looks like for you - Generative rest vs. checking out - Tools to ensure you get your rest in Thanks for listening! ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to...
Nov 01, 2023•8 min
In this episode, Jill and I coach on: - Being who you really are/getting what you really want - Creating clear and aligned offers - Removing the confusion - Taking action and letting things evolve This is one of those conversations that will be valuable for everyone - because we've all been there! But, it will be of particular use to anyone feeling uncertain or stuck. ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each and every ...
Oct 25, 2023•27 min
Heidi Taylor is here to help you use your strengths to make sense of your sales, your ideal clients, and make it all easier. Thanks Heidi! You can find her on Linkedin HERE. To watch this video with CC and Transcripts, check out YouTube here. Thanks for listening. Please subscribe, rate, and review! Caryn...
Oct 18, 2023•25 min
----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each and every one! ** ----- Prefer video (with closed captioning) or want to grab the transcript? Head to YouTube: [Insert video link here]. ----- To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans… Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25 Connect with me on social: I’m @cary...
Oct 18, 2023•28 min