Coaching Business Spotlight - A Big Conversation of Soul and Strategy

In this episode, host Kat Knecht is joined by her husband and business partner, Curtis Knecht, as they explore the art and power of visioning. In the first part of a three-part series, they share insights from over two decades of honing their visioning process. They delve into the balance between dreaming big and creating actionable, fulfilling goals while addressing common misconceptions about visioning. The conversation emphasizes the importance of reflecting on past successes and failures to gain clarity and set meaningful intentions. With practical tips and thought-provoking strategies, this episode lays the groundwork for listeners to begin their year-end reflection and prepare for a transformative new year. Tune in to the next episode on January 2, 2025, for Part 2! In this episode, Kat and Curtis talk about: * The importance of a vision: Why starting with a clear vision of your goals leads to a more fulfilling journey. * Misconceptions about visioning: Dreaming too big without action or keeping goals too linear can hinder success. * Highlights and lowlights: How reflecting on both the successes and failures of the past year provides valuable insights. * Creating a year-in-review ritual: Practical steps to assess your past year through photos, calendars, and personal records. * Burn and release exercise: A physical and symbolic way to let go of old patterns and failures, making space for new growth. * Begin with the end in mind: How aligning with a future vision sets a purposeful direction for the year ahead. * Embodiment in the process: The role of resonance and emotional connection in creating authentic, actionable visions. * Avoid judgment and embrace curiosity: Approaching reflections with openness rather than self-criticism. * Soul-driven strategies: Blending intuition, creativity, and action to craft a vision that aligns with your authentic self. * Plan for the next episode: A preview of the next steps in the visioning process, including guided visualizations and mapping out goals. Resources mentioned in this episode: Free Workshop -- Evolve Your Coaching Business with a Vision -- is on January 13, 2025 at 11:00 am Pacific. Join the Soul Driven Success community and register here: https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/spaces/9099329/events [https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/spaces/9099329/events] For questions or more information: katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com [katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com] Website: https://souldrivensuccess.com/ [https://souldrivensuccess.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kat-knecht/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kat-knecht/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoulDrivenSuccess [https://www.facebook.com/SoulDrivenSuccess] Kat's book: Evolve Your Coaching Business [https://www.amazon.com/Evolve-Your-Coaching-Business-Ultimate/dp/1961075458/] Get the full show notes and more information here: https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/ [https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/] Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! © 2023 - 2025 Kat Knecht / Soul Driven Success

In this episode of The Coaching Business Spotlight Show, host Kat Knecht dives into the essential yet often overlooked aspect of building a successful coaching business: mindset. Kat discusses how maintaining a soul-driven approach can guide coaches through the challenges of promoting their services while staying true to their authentic selves. Through a demonstration of her unique Soul Search Process, Kat helps her guest, seasoned coach Ronda Colavito, uncover her marketing mindset blocks and find creative ways to connect with her audience. Ronda shares her journey from corporate leadership development roles to launching her own coaching business. Together, Kat and Ronda explore the balance between vulnerability and strength in marketing, emphasizing how coaches can inspire change while remaining authentic. This transformative conversation highlights actionable strategies for overcoming self-promotion fears and creating meaningful connections. In this episode, Kat and Ronda talk about: * The importance of mindset in building a sustainable coaching business and overcoming marketing blocks. * How the Soul Search Process can uncover personal blocks and inspire action. * Rhonda’s journey from corporate roles to independent coaching, highlighting her niche in workplace relationships. * The paradox of vulnerability: making people comfortable while encouraging growth through discomfort. * Strategies to authentically market coaching services without feeling "salesy." * The power of connecting with people’s vulnerabilities to craft compelling marketing messages. * Insights into how paying clients are more invested in the coaching process, enhancing results for both parties. * The value of group coaching experiences in fostering community and shared learning. * Ronda’s actionable steps for embracing her marketing mindset, including networking and direct conversations. * How mindset shifts can transform marketing into an authentic extension of coaching. Prior to starting her coaching and consulting practice, Ronda Colavito was an  internal coach and led talent and leadership development at Dolby Laboratories, Sony PlayStation and Peet's Coffee. Ronda is a seasoned coach with more than 20 years experience of one-on-one and team coaching, as well as designing and leading a variety of corporate learning and leadership development programs. She is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) as well as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC). In addition to her career in coaching and leadership development, she has experience as a broadcast journalist and in corporate communications. In her spare time, she is usually hiking, baking, reading, or learning something new… like playing guitar. ----- For listeners ready to deepen their connection with their coaching clients or explore Ronda’s programs, visit her website to download a free relationship-building assessment or schedule a consultation. Ronda's website: https://www.rondacolavito.com/ [https://www.rondacolavito.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronda-colavito/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronda-colavito/] Kat's book: Evolve Your Coaching Business [https://www.amazon.com/Evolve-Your-Coaching-Business-Ultimate/dp/1961075458/] Get the full show notes and more information here: https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/ [https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/] Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! © 2023 - 2025 Kat Knecht / Soul Driven Success

In this episode of The Coaching Business Spotlight, Kat and Curtis Knecht dive into the story-driven approach to building a successful coaching business. This fall series focuses on the journeys of the Soul Driven Success community, with each episode exploring the origin stories and values that drive their coaching businesses. This episode brings a special twist, as Kat is joined by her business partner and life partner, Curtis. Together, they explore the birth and evolution of their coaching academy, sharing the strategic and intuitive processes that helped them find their niche and solidify their core values. Kat and Curtis candidly discuss how blending soul-driven values with business strategy helped shape their vision for the Soul Driven Success Academy. They reveal how leaning into intuition, staying true to personal values, and applying practical tools helped them create a community that resonates deeply with coaches seeking purpose-driven careers. With anecdotes, insights, and a few laughs, this episode offers an engaging peek behind the scenes of a soul-centered business journey. Key Takeaways: * The importance of aligning personal stories with business vision to attract clients who resonate with your values. * Creating a niche by looking inward at what drives you, rather than just following market trends. * Finding the “blueprint” for your coaching business by combining strategic planning with intuitive insights. * Why Kat and Curtis pivoted from relationship coaching to creating a business academy for coaches. * The concept of “verbing your values”—making core values actionable within your business. * Lessons from failures and how they shaped the business, especially around trusting intuition over outside advice. * Using a mix of creative and analytical methods, like vision boards and spreadsheets, to clarify and refine business goals. * Embracing the concept of “acting as if” and taking risks as essential steps in building a coaching business. * The power of community and kindred spirits in supporting a sustainable, soul-driven coaching practice. * Upcoming opportunities to explore these concepts further with the Soul Driven Success community through workshops and courses. Resources mentioned in this episode: Soul Driven Success Community [https://community.souldrivensuccess.com] - join like-minded coaches for ongoing support, resources, and networking opportunities Your Soul Driven Business Vision - Year in Review Workshop [https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/posts/48898760?utm_source=manual] -- December 16, 2024 at 11:00 am PT in the FREE Soul Driven Success Community Connect with Kat: * Website: https://souldrivensuccess.com/ [https://souldrivensuccess.com/] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kat-knecht/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kat-knecht/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoulDrivenSuccess [https://www.facebook.com/SoulDrivenSuccess] Kat's book: Evolve Your Coaching Business [https://www.amazon.com/Evolve-Your-Coaching-Business-Ultimate/dp/1961075458/] Get the full show notes and more information here: https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/ [https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/] Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! © 2023 - 2025 Kat Knecht / Soul Driven Success

In this episode, Kat Knecht takes a deep dive into the often perplexing world of money in the coaching business. Sharing her own entrepreneurial journey, she emphasizes the importance of balancing both strategy and passion. She illustrates the value of creativity, adaptability, and finding the right niche to make a coaching career financially successful. Kat provides a thorough examination of the financial questions that both new and experienced coaches face. From determining initial rates to scaling a business over time, she breaks down what it takes to establish a sustainable coaching business. With actionable insights on pricing, packaging services, and the importance of market research, listeners will walk away with a clearer understanding of how to align their goals with their financial expectations. Key Takeaways: * The importance of evolving your coaching business and pricing as you grow. * Creative solutions for income generation and the power of niche marketing. * The significance of knowing your market and delivering value beyond sessions. * How to package coaching services in ways that focus on long-term relationships. * The impact of mindset on financial success in the coaching industry. * Insights into pricing strategies for new and experienced coaches. * How understanding your audience’s deeper needs, like community, can lead to business breakthroughs. * Practical steps for overcoming financial stress in the early stages of a coaching business. * Using your unique personality to drive your marketing efforts and differentiate your services. Kat's book: Evolve Your Coaching Business [https://www.amazon.com/Evolve-Your-Coaching-Business-Ultimate/dp/1961075458/] Get the full show notes and more information here: https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/ [https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/] Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! © 2023 - 2025 Kat Knecht / Soul Driven Success

In this episode, host Kat Knecht sits down with Todd Karges, a seasoned coach with a background in corporate leadership and a passion for transformational coaching. They explore the importance of storytelling in the coaching profession, emphasizing how sharing personal, vulnerable stories can create authentic connections with clients. Todd shares insights from his coaching journey, highlighting how telling the hard truths—about both successes and mistakes—can foster deep client engagement and inspire growth. Throughout the conversation, Todd reflects on his own evolution as a coach, sharing his experiences of corporate burnout, the realization of living "below the line," and the healing process that came from telling his story. The discussion touches on the importance of coaches doing their own self-healing work in order to truly help others, and how sharing authentic stories can resonate with potential clients in unexpected ways. In this episode, Kat and Todd talk about: * The power of storytelling in creating authentic connections with clients. How sharing vulnerable, personal stories can attract the right clients to your coaching practice. * The challenge of crafting stories in a way that is healing for both the coach and the audience. * Todd’s personal journey from corporate leadership burnout to transformational coaching. * The concept of "living below the line" and recognizing when life needs a course correction. * How telling hard-to-share stories, including professional mistakes, can be pivotal for personal growth. * The importance of coaches undergoing their own healing to provide genuine support for their clients. * Why consistency and purpose are key when sharing stories and content as a coach. * The surprising impact of stories on others and how it often resonates in ways the storyteller might not expect. * Todd’s philosophy on helping clients loosen their grip on negative self-perceptions to facilitate growth. Todd Karges is an Executive and Leadership Development Coach based in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Before coaching, he had a long career in corporate leadership across multiple industries and NGOs.  Now, he has a passion for unlocking purpose and fulfillment in leaders who struggle to discover those qualities in the jobs they've worked so hard to get. He does this because our world desperately needs more and more purpose-driven leaders who are called to make a difference. * Todd's website: https://www.toddkarges.com/ [https://www.toddkarges.com/] * Todd's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddkarges/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddkarges/] * Todd's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ToddKargesCoach [https://www.youtube.com/@ToddKargesCoach] * Todd's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_toddkarges [https://www.instagram.com/coach_toddkarges] Kat's book: Evolve Your Coaching Business [https://www.amazon.com/Evolve-Your-Coaching-Business-Ultimate/dp/1961075458/] Get the full show notes and more information here: https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/ [https://souldrivensuccess.com/podcast/] Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! © 2023 - 2025 Kat Knecht / Soul Driven Success