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The Best Coach Ever Podcast

Lynette Marie Hoylelynettemariefitness.com
I’m Lynette Marie, a business coach and social media expert who helps women build their online coaching businesses and turn shaky start-ups into thriving empires. As a former online fitness coach who scaled her business to a multiple-six-figure operation, I specialize in giving women the tools, strategies and knowledge they need to make their own business dreams a reality – and that’s exactly what I’m sharing in this podcast. Whether you’re interested in social media marketing, want tips for taking your business to the next level, or need strategies for maximizing your time, energy and productivity as a CEO, you’re in the right place!
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Episodes

Black Friday Selling 101 (and What I'm Selling for Black Friday)

Black Friday is almost here – are you ready, coach? If not, no worries. I’ve got you. This episode is all about how to approach Black Friday from a sales + marketing perspective (spoiler alert: it’s VERY different from what I typically recommend!). Plus, I’m giving you an early sneak peek into what *I* am selling for Black Friday, plus the prices for each offer – you’re finding out before ANYONE else! In this episode, I cover: What to expect from buyers on Black Friday + what they’re looking for...

Nov 07, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 97

How to Stop Letting Perfectionism Kill Your Consistency With Content Creation

Today’s episode is for anyone who struggles to post consistently on social media – you know, that thing you kinda [definitely] need to do if you have an online business and want to attract clients? Good news: I’m giving you FULL permission to lower the bar for yourself (yep, for real)… but in order to do that, you’ll need to leave your perfectionism + all-or-nothing thinking at the door. Tune in to learn why your super high expectations are actually holding you back rather than setting you up fo...

Oct 31, 202326 minSeason 1Ep. 96

What I'd Do If I Had To Start My Online Biz Over Today

Spoiler alert: This episode is PACKED with incredibly valuable, can’t-afford-to-miss information – especially if you want to be a successful online coach. I’m sharing the six things I’d do if I started an online coaching biz TODAY, plus a bonus tip. You’ll find out why niching down is more important than ever, the many reasons I recommend getting on camera every chance you get, what I believe is 100% non-negotiable if you want to be successful (and why I regret not doing it sooner), and so much ...

Oct 10, 202343 minSeason 1Ep. 95

How to Optimize Your Instagram Profile to Get More Followers, Fans & Clients

If you want people to FIND YOU on Instagram, FOLLOW YOU (and binge your content), and ultimately HIRE YOU, this episode is 100% for you! I’m sharing the six ESSENTIAL things you should do when optimizing your Instagram profile to help ensure you’re not missing out on new followers, leads and clients. You’ll get my best advice for choosing the right username and profile photo, creating a highly searchable name and title, writing a strong Instagram bio (hint: it should 100% include a positioning s...

Sep 26, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 94

My Failed Businesses (& How I Finally Stopped Failing)

Before I was an online coach, I started four businesses that ultimately ended in FAILURE – and today, I’m telling you why none of them worked out and what I learned from the experiences. You’ll find out what I believe is the kiss of death in business (this might surprise you), how refusing to get help can destroy your dreams before they even have a CHANCE to come true, and what can happen when you let imposter syndrome take over. This episode is for you if you’re looking for a sign to keep pursu...

Sep 19, 202339 minSeason 1Ep. 93

What To Do When You Have NO Content Ideas

Can’t figure out what to post on social media? Struggling with writer’s block? Tired of feeling overwhelmed + scattered when you sit down to create content? Good news, friend: This episode is for YOU. Today, I’m sharing EXACTLY how I generate content ideas as well as a few [potentially controversial] tips that will help ensure you’re posting regularly + staying at the forefront of your ideal clients’ minds. If you’ve ever wondered how I stay so consistent on social media, you definitely don’t wa...

Aug 29, 202330 minSeason 1Ep. 92

Overcoming the Limiting Beliefs That Are Killing Your Business Dreams

Without a doubt, this is one of THE MOST IMPORTANT episodes I’ve ever recorded. That’s because what I’m sharing will help you recognize what has *REALLY* been holding you back from reaching your business goals (hint: the call is coming from inside the house, my friend). This is for you if you’re ready for a reality check and a little tough love. Chances are you already know what you NEED to do to make your dreams come true, but you’re not taking the appropriate actions due to your limiting belie...

Aug 22, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 91

Are You Qualified to Be An Online Fitness Coach?

Heads up: This episode is probably going to ruffle some feathers, but that’s okay because I KNOW there are people out there who need to hear this. Today I’m answering a question I get asked A LOT: “Do I need to get a certification or a degree to become an online health + fitness coach?” – and what I have to say might surprise you. You’ll learn what I discovered when I became a certified personal trainer, why it’s NEVER mattered that I don’t have a marketing or business degree as a business coach...

Aug 15, 202321 minSeason 1Ep. 90

How To *Not* Hate Social Media (Or Have It Destroy Your Mental Health)

If you think social media is toxic or you feel like it’s detrimental to your mental health, you NEED to listen to this episode – especially if you’re an online coach. Because here’s the undeniable truth: Social media is THE BEST, most effective way to market your programs and services… and if you’re not creating content + posting regularly, you’re definitely missing out on sales. Fortunately, even if you currently have a negative or unhealthy relationship with social media, you *CAN* turn it aro...

Aug 08, 202348 minSeason 1Ep. 89

How a 1:1 Coaching Offer Will Make You The Most Money, The Fastest

1:1 coaching should be the FIRST offer you sell as an online health + wellness coach, and in this episode, I’m explaining why that’s 100% true – signed, a 7-figure online coach who’s been in the industry for 8+ years. In this short + sweet episode, you’ll learn why high-ticket private coaching offers are ideal if you want to make the most money in the fastest, most efficient way (think: $3-5k in just a few months) – WITHOUT paying significant up-front costs or having a massive social media follo...

Aug 01, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 88

How to Strategically Scale Your Biz [with my Business Manager, Katelyn Hamilton!]

Today I’m sitting down with my business manager, Katelyn Hamilton (on Instagram @katelynehamilton: https://www.instagram.com/katelynehamilton/ ), an online business manager + high-level strategy coach who manages MY business! During this episode, Katelyn and I discuss the importance of creating clarity in your business, streamlining tasks + building out processes, and doing the “unsexy” work that REALLY moves your business forward. Plus, we dive into the many ways she has helped my business grow...

Jul 25, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 87

Building a Brand That Gets You Clients in 2023

A strong, robust brand is ESSENTIAL for getting clients in the online coaching space – without one, you’re setting yourself up for failure (in other words: you WILL lose out on clients to other coaches who *have* built their brands). If you’re thinking, “OMG, I’m a coach and I’ve never even thought about my brand,” don’t panic – after you listen to this episode, you’ll know EXACTLY what to do to cultivate + grow a brand that accurately reflects who you are + what you stand for. Along with sharin...

Jul 18, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 86

5 Steps to $10K Months

Wanna hit $10k months in your online coaching business? You’re in the right place. Today, I’m sharing 5 of the steps I teach inside my Wellness CEO Mastermind that help my clients CONSISTENTLY hit $10k months – and no, it has NOTHING to do with the size of your Instagram following. You’ll find out why elevating your brand, positioning + visibility is crucial for boosting your income, the MANY benefits of creating a second scalable offer, the importance of solidifying + optimizing your sales proc...

Jul 11, 202332 minSeason 1Ep. 85

Overcoming the Feast + Famine Cycles in Your Sales

Many online coaches get stuck in a feast + famine cycle – aka experiencing major peaks + valleys in sales (and monthly income) – but it IS possible to get out of this trap and build consistency, predictability + security in your business. Today, I’m explaining why you may be in this cycle and what it takes to escape it. You’ll learn why consistency with social media + sales efforts is non-negotiable, how you might be getting in your own way, and why strategic sales processes or systems are ESSEN...

Jun 27, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 84

What Kinds of Content Are “Working” To Stand Out + Get Clients Online NOW

Today, I’m diving into the exact types of social media content that are “working” for me + my clients – what’s helping us get attention online, the content that’s converting well, and what today’s consumers REALLY want to see when they’re scrolling through their feeds. You’ll find out why authenticity is more important than ever before (and is basically required at this point), what to do to help ensure your ideal clients don’t scroll right past you, and what NOT to do in your marketing if you w...

Jun 20, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 83

How to Deal With Unmotivated Clients (or Clients Who Ghost)

Wondering what to do when your clients aren’t showing up + doing the work – or if they ARE showing up, they’re only giving about 50% (and, as a result, they’re not getting the results they’d hoped for)? Welcome to showbiz, baby! This episode is for you. Today, I’m sharing how I handled unmotivated or ghosting clients when I was a fitness coach and providing insight into how you can approach *your* clients who are either falling off the wagon or have completely checked out. You’ll get my best adv...

Jun 13, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 82

The Secret to My Success (+ How You Can Do The Same)

Today I’m sharing what I consider to be the KEY to my success as someone who has built a 7-figure online coaching business from scratch – and no, it’s not simply understanding sales, marketing + business strategy (although that stuff certainly helps). Listen to this episode to find out what has *really* allowed me to grow into the coach + business owner I am today. You’ll find out how YOU can access my secret sauce, too – that’s right, it’s available to EVERYONE – as well as what you’ll have to ...

May 30, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 81

Overcoming Burnout, Bad PMS and Anxiety Through Hormone Balancing with Jess Marshall

Today I’m sitting down with Jess Marshall (@courageous_woman_wellness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous_woman_wellness/ ), a women’s hormone health coach who specializes in helping busy women reach their health + wellness goals in realistic, sustainable ways. Jess has been through my Fitness Coaching Business Accelerator *and* my Wellness CEO Mastermind (fun fact: she was VERY pregnant during the mastermind!), and to say she’s an inspiration is a MASSIVE understatement. During t...

May 23, 202354 minSeason 1Ep. 80

The Deal on "Niching Down" (Do You Need to Do It + HOW to Do It)

Online coaches, niching down isn’t just important or a “good idea” – it’s 100% ESSENTIAL for your success. Today I’m explaining why that is, along with simple, actionable steps you can take to identify *your* niche and attract the people you want to help. You’ll find out why narrowing your focus and speaking to a very specific audience can actually make you MORE visible online than ever before – and make your sales skyrocket. PS: My Fitness Coaching Business Accelerator (FCBA: https://fcbaprogra...

May 16, 202326 minSeason 1Ep. 79

5 Mistakes New Coaches Make When Starting Out

New or aspiring online health and fitness coaches, this is for YOU! Today I’m sharing the 5 top mistakes I see new coaches make when they’re getting started – something I have TONS of experience with as a business coach. Fun fact: My Fitness Coaching Business Accelerator (FCBA: https://fcbaprogram.com ) is DESIGNED for newbie coaches who want to get their businesses off the ground (and has helped SO MANY women achieve major success after starting from scratch). If you’re looking to bypass the ti...

May 09, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 78

Why Your Offer Isn’t Selling (And How to Fix That)

This episode is 100% for you if you’re an online coach who’s struggling to sell their programs + services and is looking for simple solutions that WORK (and can be applied right away). Today, I’m shining a light on the 5 main reasons your offer isn’t selling and debunking the myth that a bigger audience = more sales. You’ll find out why niching down + showing up as a true expert is more essential than ever, how to create a clear marketing argument, why you MUST prove the true value of your offer...

May 02, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 77

Building + Scaling an Online Coaching Biz During Busy Seasons (Or When You’re Short on Time)

Even if you only have 5-10 hours a week to dedicate to your online coaching business, you CAN move the needle and get incredible results – but only if you’re using that time VERY wisely. Today, I’m sharing exactly what you need to know to build or scale your business when you have limited time available. You’ll learn where to put the majority of your focus and attention, where you’re wasting time (possibly without even realizing it), why even busy + goal-oriented people NEED time off, and much m...

Apr 25, 202339 minSeason 1Ep. 76

Selling WELL Without Being "Sales-Y," Pushy or Manipulative

If promoting, pitching and selling gives you the ick or makes you cringe, this episode is 100% for YOU. Here’s the truth: Selling does NOT have to be gross, pushy or uncomfortable for *anyone* involved – and if you’re selling in an ethical, direct, transparent way, it can truly be an ENJOYABLE experience. Today, I’m sharing my honest (and fired up) thoughts on what selling + marketing TRULY is, why sales should NEVER be manipulative, the reasons you may feel scared or nervous to promote + pitch ...

Apr 04, 202334 minSeason 1Ep. 75

How I Made an Extra $20k in 2 Weeks With a $700 Offer

I’m pulling back the curtain and revealing the *EXACT* reasons my recent launch of The Launch Your Group Offer Academy went so well – and by “well,” I mean it generated an additional $20k in my business in just two weeks. In this episode, you’ll find out why building a marketing “runway” is 100% essential, how to ensure the messaging around your offer is crystal clear, why your sales page copy and design matter more than you may realize, and so much more. This is MUST-HAVE information for coache...

Mar 28, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 74

When Social Media Feels Discouraging + Pointless

Do you ever feel like you’re shouting into the abyss on social media because it seems like NO ONE cares about your content (or what you’re trying to sell)? And you’re feeling SO incredibly hopeless that you’re tempted to just give up on your business altogether? Wait – before you do that, listen to this episode. I’ve been where you are, and today I’m sharing my best advice for navigating the inevitable challenges that come with social media – especially if you’re selling a product or service. Yo...

Feb 28, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 73

How to Create a Group Coaching Offer That SELLS (and Scales Your Biz)

The majority of my coaching offers are GROUP programs for one simple reason… Group coaching programs (when structured and marketed correctly) are INCREDIBLE – and can actually help clients achieve better results than 1:1 coaching. Plus, they allow coaches to scale their businesses in a way that 1:1 services could NEVER. Today, I’m sharing the *many* reasons you should consider creating a group coaching program if you’re an online health and fitness coach, the problems coaches often encounter whe...

Feb 21, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 72

The 3 Most Important Moves I Ever Made In my Business

A few pivotal decisions over the past ~8 years have helped me build the 7-figure online coaching business I have today – and in this episode, I’m doing a deep dive into each of them. You’ll find out what led me to hire my first business coach and why I resisted getting help for so long, how creating a group coaching program helped me scale my former online fitness coaching business beyond my wildest dreams, why I believe going all in (and STAYING all in) is crucial for success, and more. Be sure...

Feb 14, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 71

A LIVE 1:1 Coaching Session With a Client on Building + Selling a New Offer

Hi, I’m Jessica (Lynette’s copywriter), and in this episode of The Best Coach Ever Podcast, I’m Lynette’s client! In this 1:1 coaching session, Lynette helps me map out a new offer for my yoga business ( https://www.patreon.com/yogawithjessica ) – and you get to hear ALL of it! You’ll find out why pricing an offer as low as possible isn’t the best long-term strategy, how to overcome fears of what others may think of you when you post about your offer (*spoiler alert* I’m not scared anymore! peep...

Jan 24, 20231 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 70

My Predictions for the Online Coaching Industry in 2023

Don’t panic, but… the strategies and tactics that helped you connect with ideal clients on social media and make sales in your online coaching business last year probably won’t work so well in 2023. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, though – especially if you’re ahead of the game and are proactive in transforming your content and offers to align with what current potential buyers DO want to see. Listen to this episode to find out why you should focus on relationship-based sales and marketing (...

Jan 10, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 69

How to Make $100k in 2023 Working LESS

Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2023, I’m sharing how to make six figures in your online coaching business *THIS YEAR* while working 25 hours a week or less. Yep – you read that correctly. It IS possible, and today, I’m showing you how you can make it happen in YOUR business. It’s time to move your dream out of “hope” mode and into “how do I make this happen?” mode – but WITHOUT hustling yourself into the ground. In 2023, we’re working smarter, not harder… and we’re getting exactly what ...

Jan 03, 202332 minSeason 1Ep. 68
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