Today’s guest, Dr. James Cima, is a chiropractor with over 50 years of experience. He shares his journey from suffering severe back pain as a young man to becoming a chiropractor. Dr. Cima also discusses chiropractic care and its impact on overall health, how chiropractic can treat more than just physical pain, and his holistic approach to healthcare and living a long and healthy life. In this episode, we talk about: Dr. Cima’s journey from experiencing severe back pain to becoming a chiropracto...
May 13, 2024•29 min
Today’s guest, Keith Hersey, has a different approach to chronic disease. He is a pharmacist but wants to get people off medications to cure their chronic diseases. Keith talks about how making lifestyle changes instead of solely relying on medications can help manage chronic conditions and live a more fulfilling life. He shares his personal journey with type 2 diabetes and how making healthy choices has helped him improve his health. In this episode, we talk about: Keith’s background and passio...
May 06, 2024•23 min
You must have heard that one size does not fit all when it comes to health and fitness. But do you know that finding what truly works for you may include more than just diet and exercise plans? Today’s guest, Mitch Webb, helps you discover your unique path to lasting health. Mitch discusses his holistic approach beyond just diet and exercise to help his clients find their lasting health. In this episode, we talk about: How Mitch became interested in health coaching The type of clients Mitch work...
Apr 29, 2024•23 min
Is your plate making you and the planet sick? Dr. Shireen Kassam shares that a plant-based diet is the optimal way to improve your and the planetary health. She shares evidence that eating plant-based nutrition and avoiding animal products can significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases. She also discusses how shifting to a more plant-heavy food system would help reduce the environmental harm caused by industrial animal agriculture. Tune in to learn the science behind plant-based nutrition...
Apr 22, 2024•23 min
For far too long, women have faced disparities in healthcare that put their well-being at risk. Today’s guest, Dr. Mary O’Connor, has seen firsthand how the healthcare system often fails to meet women’s unique needs. She has dedicated her career to addressing health disparities that negatively impact women. She shares her insights on why women do not always receive the same quality of care as men and how health coaches and other wellness practitioners can support women facing health disparities....
Apr 15, 2024•30 min
Loving yourself from the inside out could be the secret to being the healthiest version of you! Nutritionist and hypnotherapist Jiordana Saade discusses how reprogramming your mind is the key to sustainable weight loss. She shares tips for reprogramming your mind for lasting weight loss results, the real reasons behind stubborn weight loss plateaus, and reveals what many need to be talking about for holistic health. In this episode, we talk about: Jiordana’s journey with weight struggles and eat...
Apr 08, 2024•35 min
In this episode, New York Times bestselling author Elise Loehnen discusses her book On Our Best Behavior, which is about the seven deadly sins and their impact on women’s lives and roles in society. She also shares how women are often conditioned to disconnect from their bodies and emotions due to societal and cultural pressures and how health coaches can help them reconnect with their desires, boundaries, and suppressed feelings. In this episode, we talk about: The inspiration behind Elise’s bo...
Apr 01, 2024•29 min
Today’s guest is Diego Oliveira Sanchez, founder of NutriAdmin — a nutrition software designed to help nutritionists, health coaches, and personal trainers manage their clients and work more efficiently. Diego discusses how his personal health journey led him to create the software, NutriAdmin’s features for consultations, meal planning, client portals, follow-up care, etc., and how the software makes it easy for health coaches to customize nutrition for their clients. In this episode, we talk a...
Mar 25, 2024•30 min
I had the pleasure of interviewing my granddaughter, Sykora Roberts. Sykora is currently a student at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), making her the third generation in our family to attend IIN after myself and her mother. Sykora shares what inspired her to pursue a career in health coaching and integrative nutrition, as well as her experience so far in the Integrative Nutrition program at the IIN. She discusses some of the unique aspects of the Integrative Nutrition program that ...
Mar 18, 2024•40 min
As a health coach, you must know how important it is to build your online presence and attract new clients. That’s why I’m here to discuss Search Engine Optimization (SEO) which will help you optimize your website to rank higher in search engines like Google, so more people can find you. I share the basics of SEO, what is it, how it works, its importance for health coaches, and the tips and strategies you can implement right away like keyword research and on-page optimization, so you too can sta...
Mar 11, 2024•44 min
Today’s guest, Ali Shapiro, discusses how to develop a personalized coaching methodology that leads to greater impact and business success. Ali says coaching is about helping clients make lasting changes through self-awareness and experimentation instead of simply providing information and advice. Ali also shares techniques to address adaptive change challenges in coaching. In this episode, we talk about: The two types of change: adaptive change and technical change How to keep from telling some...
Mar 04, 2024•29 min
Once again, Cathy takes on the role of interviewee to discuss the Health Coach Group’s affiliate marketing program for health coaches. She discusses it all — what affiliate marketing is, what the program is all about, what inspired her to start it, who it is for, how to join it, and how it will help health coaches build their businesses and earn extra money. She also shares success stories and strategies for aspiring affiliates. In this episode, they talk about: Cathy’s journey with the Health C...
Feb 26, 2024•31 min
What is hope for you? For nurse and scientist Ann L. Johnson, hope isn’t just something nice to have – it’s the electric charge that fuels our cells to heal. As cells communicate and support one another, hope thrives when we connect. Tune in as Ann shares the power of hope and how it can help in healing and transforming lives. In this episode, we talk about: What inspired Ann to pursue a career in nursing and science How Ann bridged the gap between nursing and scientific research Ann’s journey f...
Feb 19, 2024•27 min
In this episode, Cathy switched roles, moving from interviewer to interviewee. She takes the hot seat for a candid Q&A session about her experiences in health coaching. She discusses her journey in health coaching, how she got her start, the challenges she’s faced along the way, her marketing strategies, passive income options for health coaches, and much more! In this episode, we talk about: Cathy’s main clients for health coaching business development services and what motivates them Vario...
Feb 12, 2024•51 min
How can mental health practitioners and health coaches work together to support holistic wellness? Licensed mental health counselor Diana Rice explores what this interprofessional approach looks like and how it can help clients on their healing journey and revolutionize mental healthcare. In this episode, we talk about: Diana’s background and experience as a licensed mental health therapist Working with young and old clients to help break intergenerational trauma patterns Over-reliance on diagno...
Feb 06, 2024•53 min
The laws around what health professionals can and can’t do can be complex. Strictly following regulations is important to avoid legal issues, but the rules are also constantly evolving, which can be a little exhausting. Today’s guest, Lisa Fraley, takes a unique approach to navigating the legal landscape of health coaching. She calls her method legal love — blending her expertise in healthcare law with coaching care and support. In this episode, we talk about: Options for psychiatrists/psycholog...
Jan 30, 2024•44 min
Have you ever noticed how being in nature or surrounded by certain colors makes you feel? Art and color can impact your well-being and can intentionally be used for wellness, healing, and self-care. Today’s guest, Heather Eck, shares how visual art can be a tool for healing on emotional, spiritual, and physical levels. In this episode, we talk about: Heather’s background as an intuitive artist and her gift of synesthesia What is synesthesia How synesthesia helps Heather perceive and convey the h...
Jan 22, 2024•39 min
Fear is a common companion in the journey of entrepreneurship, especially in the health and wellness industry. And, in fact, every health coach you admire also experienced what you’re experiencing right now. But by embracing the courage to face your fears head-on, you can achieve incredible success. In this episode, Cathy discusses common fears that health coaches experience when starting their business and shares practical tips for overcoming them. In this episode, we talk about: Common fears t...
Jan 15, 2024•9 min
Running a business can be fun if you know what to do. You'll find out how easy it can be when the answers are laid out for you. Cathy is happy to be back to guide you through the process of building and running a successful wellness business. She walks you through setting, selling, delivering and administering an online wellness program. In this episode, we talk about: Seven steps to running an online wellness program Advice on selecting your signature program Different Done-for-You programs off...
Jan 08, 2024•20 min
Burnout can be a challenging and draining experience, but there is always hope for recovery with the right tools and support! Today’s guest, Dan Cumberland, discusses burnout, its recovery, the hidden million-dollar mistakes entrepreneurs often make that lead to burnout, the four pillars of meaningful work, and how to build a business that you’ll love for a long time. In this episode, we talk about: Burnout, its causes and signs, and symptoms The need for people to regularly check in with themse...
May 01, 2023•27 min
We should be thinking about our marketing as a way to increase the value we bring to other people and our world. Today’s guest, George Kao, talks about marketing as a way to refine your calling and purpose and discusses his book How to Gain New Clients Through Connection, Caring, and Service. In this episode, we talk about: The concept of authentic business and how it differs from traditional mainstream business Prioritizing service and authenticity over cold calculations and metrics How the con...
Apr 24, 2023•28 min
Are you ready to unleash your inner rebel and make money? Today’s guest Ann Bennett, founder of Renegade Branding, shares her insights on the power of personal branding and how you can create a unique brand identity to stand out in a crowded market and generate more income. In this episode, we talk about: Ann’s definition of the word “impact” and how it relates to coaching, growth, and development The impact of Ann’s mindset on her success Four Renegade archetypes to help people understand and p...
Apr 17, 2023•41 min
Today’s guest is Garry Schleifer of Choice magazine, who shares his journey to mastery from being a coach to starting a coaching magazine. Garry talks about the importance of ongoing growth and learning in life and how it can make us feel a part of something bigger than ourselves. In this episode, we talk about: Garry’s transition from being a coach to starting a coaching magazine Things that weren’t around in the 90s that are now in the coaching industry Garry’s thoughts on credentialing in the...
Apr 10, 2023•29 min
What are the factors that contribute to a healthy brain? And how do we boost our cognitive health, performance, and power? Today's guest, Kristen Willeumier, shares some surprising information about brain health and discusses her book Biohack Your Brain. In this episode, we talk about: The reason Kristen wrote the book Biohack Your Brain How neuroimaging can aid in providing information on blood flow and activity in different areas of the brain The importance of brain health coaches to help pati...
Apr 03, 2023•57 min
Today's guest is Jessica, an operations management specialist. Jessica dives into how to prepare your business for $20,000 months and shares her expertise in evaluating the metrics of your business, including SOPs, pricing, staffing, budgets, and more. In this episode, we talk about: The money game for business owners to improve their revenue strategies Charging too little for your services can result in having an expensive hobby rather than a profitable business The litmus test to determine if ...
Mar 27, 2023•23 min
Most people you know suffer from some kind of mental or brain disorder but aren't aware of it! Today's guest is Scott Warrick, an author and mental health advocate. Scott shares ways to enhance your brain health and discusses his groundbreaking book, Healing The Human Brain. In this episode, we talk about: How Scott's book Healing The Human Brain differs from other mental health books How Scott helped his son with Asperger's succeed academically and professionally Understanding the latest advanc...
Mar 20, 2023•58 min
Want to learn how to create habits that stick? Today’s guest is Sarah Hays Coomer — a health and wellness coach, and journalist. Sarah shares the ways that she helps her clients build healthy sustainable habits into their daily routines, and her recent book, "The Habit Trip.” In this episode, we talk about: Ways to ensure you're choosing or creating healthy plans that are sustainable A brief overview of Microdosing Wellness The story of Sarah becoming a health & wellness coach and joining th...
Mar 13, 2023•16 min
Investing in your mental health and well-being is not only smart but necessary in the modern world. Today’s guest, Jeffrey E. Berger shares why your mental fitness really matters in the modern world and how individuals can achieve overall health and wellness. In this episode, we talk about: Jeffrey's transition from a corporate software engineer to a certified health coach The significance of the microbiome for overall health The three brains that we all have — the brain, gut, and the heart Thin...
Mar 06, 2023•23 min
Incorporating video into your marketing strategy helps you boost engagement, increase conversions, and drive revenue. Today's guest Orlando J. Gomez shares how to build your brand and increase your reach through video marketing. In this episode, we talk about: The importance of video marketing for health coaches and therapists Common mistakes that people make when starting with video marketing The benefits of customer-centric videos over videos that focus solely on personal experiences, pricing,...
Feb 27, 2023•16 min
Don't let fear hold you back from living the life you want. Scare your soul and become the courageous, fearless person you were meant to be. Today's guest, Scott Simon, talks about scaring your soul and offers seven powerful principles to help you harness fear and lead a courageous life. In this episode, we talk about: What does it mean to scare your soul The scariest thing Scott has ever done The story of a 53-year-old woman who overcame societal expectations and personal struggles to achieve h...
Feb 20, 2023•31 min
