In the face of life’s many ups and downs, how can we leverage gratitude, intention, and choice to face challenges and set our path forward? The reality is that despair and overwhelm can happen because so much of life is completely out of our control. How can we respond with empowering decisions instead of getting caught in the swirl of overwhelm and despair? The answer lies in adopting a mindset shift to embrace an attitude of gratitude, and this is a timely discussion for this week as we celebr...
Nov 27, 2024•34 min
Today’s episode is an experiment. We are having a joint collaborative conversation with a fabulous coach in Canada. We are interviewing each other for our podcasts, but we are doing it simultaneously. Join us as we explore the barriers that coaches hit, our passion for coaching, and details about the coaching partnership. Join us! Candy Motzek is a coach, business mentor, and podcast host who is passionate about helping coaches launch successful businesses. Candy hosts the She Coaches Coaches po...
Nov 20, 2024•39 min
My guest is someone I’m happy for all our listeners to meet. Her amazing background and experience have uniquely positioned her to understand the role of an executive assistant. She’s here to share what she’s learned and what you should consider in bringing someone into your business to help you succeed. It’s ridiculous to think you can do IT ALL in your business! It’s okay to bring in someone to do their expert work to help propel you to further success. Today’s episode gives you tips and insig...
Nov 13, 2024•33 min
I’m excited to bring you this conversation today! My guest and I are in perfect alignment regarding the value that coaching brings to the world and the importance of giving coaches the skills and techniques they need to partner with their clients. Let’s dive into the topic of your coaching mindset. Join us to learn more! Ann Fogolin is a Master Certified Coach who has been working with, learning from, and growing with her clients for nearly 20 years. Like many coaches, Ann came from another care...
Nov 06, 2024•37 min
You’ve heard it here repeatedly: “You can’t be a secret and a success.” Getting yourself out there in the world in front of your audience is the key to success for your coaching business. Today’s show covers expert tips around your message, taking advantage of speaking opportunities, and upping your PR game. Join us to learn more! Jeff Crilley left the world of news reporting to start the country’s first all-journalist PR firm. As the founder and CEO of Real News PR , Jeff is an expert in gettin...
Oct 30, 2024•39 min
When was the last time you decided to invest in yourself and felt good about how it moved the needle toward your goals? On the flip side, you may have felt disappointed when an investment turned out to be a waste of time and effort—and no one wants to feel that way. I believe there is a strategy to help us focus on opportunities to invest in ourselves that pay off and deliver the desired results. Let’s take a closer look! Show Highlights: You must have a strategic mindset in making decisions. 5 ...
Oct 23, 2024•36 min
The unfortunate truth is that not everyone in a leadership role knows how to lead effectively. An important key to successful leadership is to have a coach. As my guest frequently asks, “How do you live without a coach?” Yes–coaching is THAT important. Join us to learn more in today’s episode. Dr. Dawndra Sechrist is the Dean of the School of Health Professionals at Texas Tech University’s Health Sciences Center. In this conversation, she shares her journey of working with an executive coach to ...
Oct 16, 2024•32 min
Does your leadership operating system need an upgrade? We often upgrade the operating systems on our phones and computers, but what about our leadership style? Today’s guest joins us from San Diego to discuss upgrading your leadership operating system. Join us to learn more! Eric Pfeiffer is a co-founder and senior consultant at MPWR Coaching , focusing on executive coaching, team coaching, and leadership development. Eric has empowered thousands of leaders worldwide to become the best leaders o...
Oct 09, 2024•41 min
As a Christian, I want to have the right filter for information to help people in my community and my church community because there are so many families affected by diagnoses like ADHD, autism, and sensory processing issues. Many of these families are isolated without much support in place. We are talking about the importance of finding your ideal audience and the importance of the coaching partnership. Join us to learn more! Heidi Fishbein is a sought-after ADHD coach, speaker, and Christian l...
Oct 02, 2024•38 min
You’ve heard the word curiosity mentioned here quite often. Because it’s an essential part of a coaching culture, curiosity is a topic that deserves a closer look. In this solo episode, we are diving into the concept of curiosity, what it means to be curious, and the pitfalls of “knowing” too much. You’ll also hear practical tips for fostering curiosity, such as asking open-ended questions and active listening, which can improve effectiveness through curiosity. Join us! Show Highlights: A place ...
Sep 25, 2024•33 min
Are you a secret or a success? You can’t be both! If you feel stifled by the undying commitment to your comfort zone, today’s show is for YOU! It’s time to bring yourself out of obscurity and in front of your target audience. Are you leveraging the benefits of AI? We want to help coaches be as successful as possible by making sure that AI tools are functioning as your best referral partner. Join us to learn more! Tom Schwab is a US Navy veteran, entrepreneur, and author. As the founder and CEO o...
Sep 18, 2024•32 min
Leaders develop their best skills through connection, vulnerability, and exploration. Today’s guest covers it all with enthusiasm, confidence, and genuine humility. She shares her unique journey from a small Indonesian village to a full life in entertainment, coaching, and entrepreneurship. Join us to learn more! Dona Amelia is a multi-talented and inspiring leader, keynote speaker, and executive/life coach. As the co-founder and Member Service Director at EGN Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia,...
Sep 11, 2024•45 min
No matter your profession or lifestyle, you would probably agree that stress levels are at an all-time high. In our post-pandemic world, we have “busy brains” that affect us personally and impact leadership at a crisis level in organizations. Join us for today’s episode to hear an actionable approach that individuals and leaders can implement immediately for immediate stress relief and long-term wellness. Dr. Romie Mushtaq is a triple board-certified physician, award-winning speaker, and nationa...
Sep 04, 2024•27 min
I’m excited to bring you a wonderful interview with a fellow podcaster. We have many shared interests and goals, including a passion for honoring the craft of coaching. He shares the Coaching Business Flywheel with us, a valuable tool he’s created based on practical tips for successful coaching. Join us to learn how you can use these concepts for maximum impact and outreach in your coaching business! Robbie Swale is a leadership coach, author, and podcaster whose work focuses on leading with hon...
Aug 28, 2024•43 min
Welcome to a very special episode! I had planned to feature this live stream with listeners to celebrate the milestone of our 400th episode, but a family emergency preempted those plans. Never fear—we are making it happen now! Listeners share what’s made the show important to them and some of their favorite episodes, topics, and guests. Join us! Show Highlights: From Carolyn Covey Morris –A favorite is Episode 200 ; the STaR Coach Show helped her in the transition into executive coaching and con...
Aug 21, 2024•28 min
Welcome to a very special episode that will help propel you forward, get obstacles out of your way, and create a formula for making the living you deserve and the impact you desire. I’m excited to share this interview with one of my mentors whose work has helped propel my business forward. You will learn so much from today’s guest! Let’s get started! Jeff Walker is the creator of Product Launch Formula , the step-by-step process that has generated over a BILLION dollars in online launches. He te...
Aug 19, 2024•35 min
The truth is that no one is attracted to your scarcity mindset. If you want to project magnetism in your field, you have to leave scarcity behind and embrace abundance! My guest today is a great example of success in multiple streams of services and income, and her sweet spot lies in creating sales pages that get results. Do you need a mindset adjustment and a sales page makeover? Join us to learn more! Sarah Walton is a business coach and sales expert who has been featured on The Today Show , s...
Aug 14, 2024•32 min
As coaches, we always strive to bring our best forward so we can partner with our clients to help them create the changes they want in their lives. Today’s expert guest is a renowned authority on leadership assessment and development. Join us to learn more about growing into your greatness and being the most effective executive coach you can be! Mohamed Hamza is a facilitator, assessor, and coach with significant contributions in more than ten countries. He is the Senior Client Success Director ...
Aug 07, 2024•35 min
I am delighted to have Jocelynn Flowers joining us on the show today to share her wisdom with us. Jocelynn is truly a special person! She is the proud founder and CEO of J. Flowers Marketing, where she and her team expertly motivate and support small business owners and entrepreneurs presently achieving six figures to scale their businesses, empowering them to reach seven figures and more. In this episode, she shares three non-negotiable marketing strategies for building your business. We all kn...
Jul 31, 2024•42 min
It’s our 400th episode! I had big plans for this episode, but circumstances have forced my plans to change; hopefully, we will be on track to celebrate this worthy milestone in a big way with a listener-focused livestream episode very soon. I can’t think of a better substitute than my friend, Dr. Eileen Forrestal. She joins us to talk about the concept of courage–and who doesn’t need a healthy dose of courage in today’s world? Join us! Dr. Eileen Forrestal is a retired consultant anesthetist and...
Jul 24, 2024•32 min
Workplace culture and leadership are the foundation for success in every kind of business. I’m excited to be joined by two guests today who are proven experts in both of these areas. They bring their expertise into a discussion about the facets of workplace conflict; it can either be productive or destructive. Join us for a closer look! Karin Hurt and David Dye help human-centered leaders find clarity in uncertainty, drive innovation, and achieve breakthrough results. As CEO and president of Let...
Jul 17, 2024•35 min
Are you ready to up your game around social media marketing? There are simple tweaks that can elevate your social media presence and help you create content to connect with your audience—and you can do it in one hour or less each week. Join us to learn helpful strategies for flexing your social media muscles with today’s expert! Karlyn Ankrom is the founder and lead strategist of Oh Snap! Social and the creator of the Fan Firestarter Framework. This approach to social media marketing is made spe...
Jul 10, 2024•35 min
Burnout is real, and coaches are not exempt. How can we effectively help others achieve growth and accomplish their goals if we are personally dealing with the symptoms of burnout? Today’s guest is a passionate expert on this topic, and she’s sharing helpful information and resources in this episode. Join us! Dr. Zeina Ghossoub, a Master Certified Coach, has a Ph.D. in human behavior and counseling and co-founded Vital Signs , a coaching/consulting company with a global presence in Houston and B...
Jul 03, 2024•32 min
Are you feeling the summertime heat and the increasing pull to spend lazy days by the pool or on the beach? As we move into the “dog days of summer,” it’s easy to feel pulled toward fun rather than focusing on our business, and it’s so easy to become distracted. How do you keep your focus on building a thriving business? I’m exploring this topic and sharing five tips you can implement today! **Just a reminder to join the live stream on the third Thursday of each month at 1 pm Central for a previ...
Jun 26, 2024•32 min
Most coaches admit to a love/hate relationship with sales. They either avoid everything to do with selling, or they are blessed with natural gifts that make selling easy. Today’s guest is a natural salesperson, and she has practical tips to share that can help make sales a much less painful—and maybe even enjoyable—part of entrepreneurship. Join us to up your sales game! Katie Nelson, the founder and CEO of Sales UpRising , is a three-time business owner who has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs...
Jun 19, 2024•35 min
Success is what we all desire in our businesses, and we want that success to be sustainable. What’s the key? Systems! We have to put systems and processes in place to achieve the success–and life–that we want. My guest is a perfect example of someone who has been down the hard road of entrepreneurship and learned the hard lessons, and she’s living her best beach life now while running a successful business. Molly Ruland joins us today to share her insights! Molly Ruland, CEO and founder of Heart...
Jun 12, 2024•39 min
Today’s topic is a message that resonates with me on many levels. The success of everything we do comes down to our mindset. That’s where it all begins. The good news is that we can learn to take control of our mindset. Does your mindset need an upgrade? Learn how to make it happen in today’s conversation with Dre Baldwin. Dre Baldwin is the CEO and founder of Work On Your Game, Inc. He has given four TEDx talks on discipline, confidence, mental toughness, and personal initiative. He has authore...
Jun 05, 2024•34 min
In the most recent solo episode, I shared that a few changes are coming to the format of the STaR Coach Show, all of which are designed to enhance and improve the value to our audience. You’ll start to see some of those in today’s interview with Annie Gelfand, the co-creator and host of the Essence of Mastery Summit. She shares how the path of coaching mastery has the secret sauce it takes to help us be better human beings. If we want to change the world, we have to continue to grow in our coach...
May 29, 2024•38 min
Social media presents coaches and small business owners with multiple innovative opportunities–and most of us are unaware of how to use those to our benefit. Want to learn more about unlocking this potential? Today’s featured guest teaches us to use the tools available to us to help our coaching businesses thrive–without paid ads. Join us to learn from his expertise in creating viral content that generates unlimited leads and solidifies client retention. Michael Gerardi is the founder and CEO of...
May 22, 2024•39 min
Today we are diving into the reality of change. It’s an inevitable part of evolving and growing, but we usually struggle to leave our comfortable patterns and routines to step into change. Why are we so naturally resistant? Let’s explore the challenge that comes from doing things differently and embracing change when it’s the right time to do so. Show Highlights: Much of the coaching process requires us to challenge our belief systems and make positive changes (but we have a natural resistance!)...
May 15, 2024•40 min
