Coaching Business Spotlight - A Big Conversation of Soul and Strategy

In this episode, Kat kicks off her summer series, “Back to the Basics,” by diving into a foundational principle from her "Evolve Your Coaching Business" course—the 75/25 rule. She shares how this simple mindset shift can help coaches stay empowered, take ownership, and stay out of victim mode when building their businesses. Drawing inspiration from music and personal stories, Kat weaves together coaching insight, business strategy, and soulful encouragement. She also explores how to prepare for opportunities, cultivate meaningful connections, and create a rhythm in your coaching business that is spacious and sustainable. Whether you’re just starting out or recalibrating your efforts, this episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and return to the practices that truly move the needle—on your terms. Key Takeaways: * The 75/25 Rule: 75% of your effort fuels your business; the other 25% comes from outside support. * Don't rely on the “man from the magazine”—external recognition won't sustain your business alone. * Preparation meets opportunity: be ready before the visibility moment arrives. * Always be creating your own opportunities rather than waiting for them. * Practice personal-touch marketing by reaching out to individuals and organizations. * Use a win-win approach—offer value when seeking promotional partnerships. * Cultivate long-game relationships that can yield future business. * Build a rhythm that includes marketing, delivery, creativity, and rest. * Slow, spacious business-building creates deeper, more present connections. * Take regular vacations to recharge your personal and professional energy. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Join the free Soul Driven Success Community for Coaches here: https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/ [https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/] Learn more about Soul Driven Success courses and programs -- email katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com [katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com] Upcoming workshop "Coaching with Confidence" on Monday, July 28. More info in the free Soul Driven Success community for coaches. 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 heartfelt episode, Kat Knecht explores the power and evolution of dreaming—personally and professionally—as a coach. Inspired by a birthday gathering with her Alchemy Circle and a thought-provoking question about living her “wildest dream,” Kat reflects on the dreams that have come true in her life, from building her coaching business to creating a joyful and fulfilling life aligned with her values. Kat invites listeners to reconsider what “wildest dreams” really mean. She shares how some dreams are bold and magical, while others are quieter and deeply personal—often containing challenges that call us to grow. Through stories from her life and coaching practice, she offers inspiration and coaching wisdom to help fellow coaches reconnect with their dreams and consciously create a life and business that reflect their authentic selves. Key Takeaways: * Summer is an ideal season for dreaming and reconnecting with your vision. * Dreams evolve—what once seemed “wild” may now be your reality. * The visioning process has been Kat’s go-to tool for creating a values-aligned life for over 25 years. * Building a coaching business is a dream come true for many—offering fulfillment, flexibility, and freedom. * Challenges, pain, and growth are natural parts of fulfilling any dream. * Redefining dreams to include limitations can lead to deeper satisfaction. * Saying "no" is often a critical part of consciously creating what you truly want. * Fulfilling dreams requires support—you don't have to (and shouldn’t) go it alone. * Your dream business should reflect your authentic self and values—not someone else’s path or pace. * Summer dreaming can be short-term and seasonal—ask yourself what dream you want to bring to life right now. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Upcoming offerings: * Summer Dreaming Workshop * 21-Day Challenge * Yearlong Program: From Training or Startup to Sustainable Success Schedule a complimentary consultation with Kat here: https://souldrivensuccess.com/contact/ [https://souldrivensuccess.com/contact/] Join the free Soul Driven Success Community for Coaches here: https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/ [https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/] Learn more about Soul Driven Success courses and programs -- email 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 insightful solo episode, Kat Knecht continues her spring series, “Cleaning Out the Closet of Your Business,” by diving deep into the often-overlooked relationship between time management and energy alignment. Drawing inspiration from the ancient yin and yang philosophy, Kat explores how balancing intuitive, feminine energy with goal-driven, masculine energy can create a more spacious, effective, and soul-aligned approach to managing your coaching business. Through personal stories, coaching strategies, and hands-on exercises, Kat illustrates how honoring your top values and intentionally structuring your time can lead to more joy, flow, and success. Whether you’re deep in marketing mode or struggling to find time for what really matters, this episode is packed with practical wisdom to help you reimagine your schedule and reclaim your time. Key Takeaways: * Why balancing yin (intuitive) and yang (task-driven) energy is essential for coaches * The importance of consistently scheduling marketing tasks (and their prep time) * A strategy to analyze past successes and reverse-engineer the steps that worked * How to align your calendar with your highest values and long-term vision * The powerful metaphor of the “rocks and sand” time management exercise * A call to focus on non-urgent but important tasks for real business growth * How to use vision and values to guide scheduling and avoid burnout * Why honoring joy, family, and legacy can be game-changers in your calendar * Tips to avoid time sinks and stay aligned with your goals and energy * Encouragement to experiment with your values as a time management framework Resources Mentioned in This Episode Courses at the Soul Driven Success Business Academy: * Evolve Your Coaching Business Course (includes lesson on the yin and yang of time management) * Soul Strategy Vision Course Learn more about Soul Driven Success Business Academy courses and programs -- email katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com [katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com] Join the free Soul Driven Success Community for Coaches here: https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/ [https://community.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 insightful episode, Kat Knecht shares a powerful metaphor that has shaped both her personal and professional growth: cleaning out the closet—specifically, the “business closet.” Kat kicks off a new, more community-centered direction for the podcast by sharing a foundational story from her book "Evolve Your Coaching Business," one that sparked a major turning point in her coaching journey. Listeners are guided through the reflective process of examining what’s working, what’s not, and what treasures may be hiding in plain sight in their coaching business. With warmth, humor, and wisdom, Kat encourages coaches to pause, reflect, and realign with the strategies and activities that truly light them up—and generate results. Whether you're just starting out or working toward sustainable success, this episode offers a soulful structure to spark real change. Key Takeaways * “Cleaning out your business closet” is a metaphor for assessing and realigning with what works in your business. * The concept originated from Kat’s personal ritual of decluttering and translated into her business strategy. * Kat reads a story from her book "Evolve Your Coaching Business" (available free to community members). * The act of reflecting on joyful vs. painful activities can uncover buried treasures and business clarity. * Kat shares a pivotal story about discovering her love and talent for leading from the front of the room. * She explains how that realization led to running her own networking group and becoming a front-of-room leader. * The transition from startup to sustainable success is a key focus of her academy and her coaching. * Coaches are encouraged to take a full day (or two) to “clean out” their business using reflective questions. * Kat emphasizes that this process not only clears the path but often reveals gaps—like missing support roles—that can accelerate growth. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Free PDF of Kat’s book "Evolve Your Coaching Business." Join the free Soul Driven Success Community for Coaches here: https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/ [https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/] Coaching Business Closet Exercise: Available inside the community or by request via email: katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com [katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com] Learn more about Soul Driven Success courses and programs -- email 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 insightful episode, Kat dives into one of the most underestimated yet powerful tools in your coaching business toolkit: your mindset. Building on her recent annual marketing workshop, Kat shares how tangled thinking is often the biggest barrier coaches face—not a lack of skill or knowledge. She explains how untangling your thoughts can help you get clear on what you want and unlock aligned action, whether you're tackling social media, deciding whether to start a blog or podcast, or trying to “get clients.” Using a real-life story about shopping for sofa tables (yes, really!), Kat illustrates how clarity and focus change everything—from online searches to business strategy. She also walks listeners through a practical, interactive exercise to clear up confusion and get traction in the areas that feel murky or overwhelming. Key Takeaways * Why mindset is the first thing Kat addresses in her marketing workshops. * The concept of “tangled thinking” and how it quietly sabotages your success. * A real-world example of how untangling thoughts helped Kat find the perfect furniture—and how it relates to finding aligned action in your business. * A step-by-step framework to identify what you want, what you don’t want, and what you already have. * Why being vague or scattered in your thinking leads to stuck energy and poor results. * How to use your “want/don’t want” list to clarify your strategy—especially in marketing. * Kat’s personal approach to answering the #1 question coaches ask: “How do I get clients?” * The importance of taking small, bold actions—even if they feel outside your comfort zone. * The connection between clear intention and getting support or resources (like using AI or a VA). * How to request Kat’s free “Untangle Your Thinking” exercise—and why you’ll want to share it with your clients too. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Free Resource: “Untangle Your Thinking” exercise — email katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com [katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com] or use the contact form at souldrivensuccess.com [https://souldrivensuccess.com/] Book: The Soul Search by Kat Knecht and Curtis Knecht [https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Search-Spiritual-Philosophy-Practical-ebook/dp/B0794RMFBD/] Join the free Soul Driven Success Community for Coaches here: https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/ [https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/] Learn more about Soul Driven Success courses and programs -- email 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