Just Between Coaches

Special "Business Revenue Leak Checklist" offer free at http://www.mrse.co/leak [http://www.mrse.co/leak]. In the show’s finale, host Melinda Cohan distills four years and 163 episodes into three timeless coaching truths: curiosity, vulnerability, and community. While bidding a grateful goodbye, Melinda also discusses the challenge of perfectionism and the importance of presence over performance. In this wrap-up, Melinda talks about: * Three takeaways: curiosity, vulnerability, community * The story of “Susie” and the power of a single question * Radical self-trust inspired by singer-coach Michelle Kopper * Owning the “hot mess” and redefining perfectionism * The JV-summit moment that taught real-world marketing through compassion * Her gratitude to listeners, guests, team, and Executive Producer Danny Iny * Parting advice on presence over performance in every session “May your coaching sessions be spacious and your questions be brave.” — Melinda Cohan Host bio: Melinda Cohan is the author of two books, with a third on the way, and the founder of The Coaches Console. Through her coaching and software, she removes the complexities of your business so you can build a business you love, attract ideal clients, and make a lasting impact. She was also host of the long-running Mirasee FM podcast Just Between Coaches. Resources or websites mentioned in this episode: Mirasee [https://mirasee.com/] Coaches Console [https://www.coachesconsole.com/] Melinda’s books: The Confident Coach [https://confidentcoachbook.com/] and The Professional Coach [https://theprofessionalcoachbook.com/] Credits: Host: Melinda Cohan Producer and Editor: Michi Lantz Executive Producer: Danny Iny Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely [https://www.chadmichael.com/] Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio [https://www.homebrewaudio.com/] To catch the great episodes that are coming up on Just Between Coaches, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@MiraseeFM]or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people. Music credits: Track Title: Clouds Artist Name: Acreage Writer Name: Marshall Usinger Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coastline Dream Artist Name: Wild Sky Writer Name: Adam Simons Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coo Coos Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo Writer Name: Matthew Wigton Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Stars & Trees Artist Name: Outside The Sky Writer Name: Dustin Ransom Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Special effects credits: 24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market. Episode transcript: Are You Practicing Coaching’s Three Core Truths? (Show Finale) coming soon.

Special "Business Revenue Leak Checklist" offer free at http://www.mrse.co/leak [http://www.mrse.co/leak]. Former Wall Street insider Ruchi Pinniger shows coaches how to ditch money shame and step into financial leadership. She unpacks cash-flow confusion, value-based pricing, and her three-pillar roadmap. Ruchi also explores mindset, spirituality, and wellbeing for profit, abundance, and lasting impact. Ruchi Pinniger is the founder and CEO of Watch Her Prosper® and dedicated to providing financial mentorship, support, and services that women-led service-based businesses need to succeed. In this episode, Melinda and Ruchi talk about: * Demystifies cash flow versus profit for service-based coaches * Reveals “bottoms-up” revenue planning to hit personal pay goals * Shares mindset hack: recognize, interrupt, reframe money stories * Connects pricing to client value, not self-worth * Explains three pillars: mindset, spirituality, wellbeing * Guides setup of tax and growth savings accounts * Encourages love-based, detached enrollment conversations * Illustrates financial breakthroughs with real client stories “Many coaches price their packages based on their own self-worth instead of the value they deliver.” — Ruchi Pinniger Guest Bio: Ruchi Pinniger, International Speaker, Venture Capital Investor, Founder and CEO of Watch Her Prosper®, is dedicated to providing financial mentorship, support, and services that women-led service-based businesses need to succeed. Ruchi takes a holistic approach to clients’ needs by providing financial guidance, bookkeeping, tax-time readiness, and heightening her clients’ prosperity mindset. Ruchi brings nearly 20 years of experience in the Wall Street and corporate world to the Watch Her Prosper® team and was recently named one of the “Women Leading the Finance Industry.” Watch Her Prosper® has helped thousands of business owners to identify their spiritual connection to wealth and learned beliefs about money, while viewing their prosperity in a new way. Clients can then break free from shame and guilt surrounding wealth and see huge results in their profitability and economic growth. Ruchi connects the business to the person, understanding that individuals running small businesses have personal financial goals. As a global speaker, Ruchi has spoken at Princeton University, NYU, Luminary, and some of the world's most coveted stages about money and business related topics such as financial leadership, tax-readiness, budgeting, spirituality, and well-being surrounding personal and business finances. Ruchi is an Executive Board member for Savvy Ladies, an organization that helps women improve their financial literacy and take control of their money. She also serves on the board for the Pajama Program, a nonprofit organization helping children improve their quality of sleep so they can thrive. Ruchi is the proud recipient of the Entrepreneur Champions Award 2024, as she is passionate about helping all entrepreneurs to live their most prosperous lives. As a thought-leader and industry expert, Ruchi is regularly featured in GOBankingRates, Millie Magazine, Best Self Magazine, BBC, SiriusXM, and The Daily Refresh among others. While living in NYC, Ruchi enjoys taking time away from the city at her family's lakehouse. She values traveling with her loving husband and incredible teenage son. They are foodies and love to experience different world cultures together. Resources or websites mentioned in this episode: Mirasee [https://mirasee.com/] Coaches Console [https://www.coachesconsole.com/] Melinda’s books: The Confident Coach [https://confidentcoachbook.com/] and The Professional Coach [https://theprofessionalcoachbook.com/] Ruchi’s website: https://watchherprosper.com [https://watchherprosper.com] Redefining Prosperity Workbook — https://watchherprosper.com [https://watchherprosper.com] Credits: Host: Melinda Cohan Producer and Editor: Michi Lantz Executive Producer: Danny Iny Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely [https://www.chadmichael.com/] Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio [https://www.homebrewaudio.com/] To catch the great episodes that are coming up on Just Between Coaches, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@MiraseeFM] or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people. Music credits: Track Title: Clouds Artist Name: Acreage Writer Name: Marshall Usinger Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coastline Dream Artist Name: Wild Sky Writer Name: Adam Simons Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coo Coos Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo Writer Name: Matthew Wigton Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Stars & Trees Artist Name: Outside The Sky Writer Name: Dustin Ransom Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Special effects credits: 24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market. Episode transcript: Financial Fluency: Cashflow Mastery for Coaches (Ruchi Pinniger) coming soon.

Special "Business Revenue Leak Checklist" offer free at http://www.mrse.co/leak [http://www.mrse.co/leak]. This episode is soul triage for coaches. Dr. Heather Tucker offers grounded wisdom and a powerful invitation to rise above fear, guilt, and burnout. It’s part pep talk, part healing session—and essential for any coach who’s been quietly struggling behind the scenes. Dr. Heather Tucker is a Business/Life Harmony Trainer and Coach. Through her company Another Level Living, Inc., she has certified more than 400 life coaches and 50 communication experts. In this episode, Melinda and Dr. Heather talk about: * How unhealed trauma and burnout show up in a coach’s business * What it means to create “soul harmony” instead of just work-life balance * How to model healing in front of your clients without falling apart * The intersection of faith, purpose, and coaching in hard seasons * Why your business doesn’t need you to be perfect—it needs you to be whole * Why healing the past is key to leading in the present * How to shift from “either/or” thinking to “both/and” resilience * What guilt really does to your nervous system—and how to release it * The energetic cost of not showing up fully (and how to stop hiding) * How to navigate loss, PTSD, and unexpected seasons without giving up “We don't have to have a great past to have a great future.” — Dr. Heather Tucker Guest Bio: Dr. Heather Tucker is a Business/Life Harmony Trainer and Coach. She uses unique approaches that empower you to improve your energy, mindset, emotional intelligence, and action plan to bring in more clients into your business, charge what you deserve, and create more freedom in your work, relationships, and all areas of life. Her company, Another Level Living, Inc is a professional training company that produces deep, powerful transformations for entrepreneurs worldwide who want to overcome great challenges and stand fully in your power, unshakable, so that you can master communication and relationships in both business and life with ease and grace. After working with Dr. Heather, students find themselves working smarter, more present and in the flow, and are able to leap forward in their destiny and get results. Dr. Heather has certified more than 400 life coaches and 50 communication (mind) experts in her company. She is the project manager and lead author of the international best-selling book series called The Power of Coaching. She's also the host of an online sensation for entrepreneurs called The Freedom Fridays Show. Dr. Heather has more than 20 years of Information Technology expertise and higher education teaching experience. She received her PhD and Masters in Information Systems (Human-Computer Interaction) at age 27 from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. She also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Dr. Heather's work has been published in many peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, and books. Dr. Heather is also married to a Purple Heart Marine Corps Veteran and a mom to 3 young children. Resources or websites mentioned in this episode: Mirasee [https://mirasee.com/] Coaches Console [https://www.coachesconsole.com/] Melinda’s books: The Confident Coach [https://confidentcoachbook.com/] and The Professional Coach [https://theprofessionalcoachbook.com/] Dr. Heather’s website: AnotherLevelLiving.com [https://anotherlevelliving.com/] Credits: Host: Melinda Cohan Producer and Editor: Michi Lantz Executive Producer: Danny Iny Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely [https://www.chadmichael.com/] Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio [https://www.homebrewaudio.com/] To catch the great episodes that are coming up on Just Between Coaches, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@MiraseeFM]or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people. Music credits: Track Title: Clouds Artist Name: Acreage Writer Name: Marshall Usinger Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coastline Dream Artist Name: Wild Sky Writer Name: Adam Simons Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coo Coos Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo Writer Name: Matthew Wigton Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Stars & Trees Artist Name: Outside The Sky Writer Name: Dustin Ransom Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Special effects credits: 24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market. Episode transcript: Stop Hiding the Hurt. Coaches Need Healing Too (Dr. Heather Tucker) coming soon.

Special "Business Revenue Leak Checklist" offer free at http://www.mrse.co/leak [http://www.mrse.co/leak]. Nikki Rausch shares her proven methods for turning discovery calls into paying clients. Drawing on her 25+ years of experience, she discusses how to create trust, assess commitment levels, and avoid being pushy — offering coaches actionable steps for having authentic, productive sales conversations. Nikki Rausch is the CEO of Sales Maven, trusted sales strategist, author, speaker, and host of the Sales Maven Podcast. In this episode, Melinda and Nikki talk about: * Creating safety in the first moments of a discovery call * Pre-framing the conversation to set expectations * Understanding commitment levels and how to gauge them * The importance of avoiding “convincing mode” in sales * How to build curiosity without being pushy * Asking smart questions to uncover client needs * The power of authentic, two-way sales conversations * The five-step sales process (the “Selling Staircase”) * Navigating objections with respect and integrity * Closing the loop and following up effectively “If you can’t spark curiosity, people won’t want to know more. Keep them intrigued!” — Nikki Rausch Guest Bio: CEO of Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch has the unique ability to transform the misunderstood process of “selling.” With 25+ years of experience selling to prestigious organizations like The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and NASA, Nikki shattered sales records and received “top producer” awards along the way. Today, entrepreneurs and small business owners hire Nikki to show them how to sell successfully and authentically. An engaging speaker, she shares the secrets of her sales success through keynote speeches and business-changing workshops. Her robust Sales Maven Society ignites game-changing outcomes for clients. Nikki has written three books, all available on Amazon. And she has a podcast called “Sales Maven,” which you can find on your favorite podcast platform. Resources or websites mentioned in this episode: Mirasee [https://mirasee.com/] Coaches Console [https://www.coachesconsole.com/] Melinda’s books: The Confident Coach [https://confidentcoachbook.com/] and The Professional Coach [https://theprofessionalcoachbook.com/] Nikki’s website: YourSalesMaven.com [https://yoursalesmaven.com/] Nikki’s Facebook Page: Sales Maven [https://www.facebook.com/yoursalesmaven/] Nikki’s Instagram Page: @your_sales_maven [https://www.instagram.com/your_sales_maven/] Nikki’s LinkedIn Page: www.linkedin.com/in/nicolerausch [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolerausch/] Free training for podcast listeners: Seal The Deal: Questions That Close Sales [https://yoursalesmaven.com/jbc] Credits: Host: Melinda Cohan Producer and Editor: Michi Lantz Executive Producer: Danny Iny Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely [https://www.chadmichael.com/] Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio [https://www.homebrewaudio.com/] To catch the great episodes that are coming up on Just Between Coaches, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@MiraseeFM]or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people. Music credits: Track Title: Clouds Artist Name: Acreage Writer Name: Marshall Usinger Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coastline Dream Artist Name: Wild Sky Writer Name: Adam Simons Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coo Coos Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo Writer Name: Matthew Wigton Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Stars & Trees Artist Name: Outside The Sky Writer Name: Dustin Ransom Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Special effects credits: 24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market. Episode transcript: Why Coaches Lose Clients—And How to Keep Them (Nikki Rausch) coming soon.

Special "Business Revenue Leak Checklist" offer free at http://www.mrse.co/leak [http://www.mrse.co/leak]. Emmy award winner Kerry Barrett reveals how to transform camera-shyness into confidence. Drawing from her broadcast career, she uncovers why imperfection builds connection, explores the roots of public speaking fear, and offers actionable steps for authentic video presence. Kerry Barrett an Emmy Award-winning network news anchor, PR coach, corporate media trainer and keynote speaker. In this episode, Melinda and Kerry talk about: * Overcoming the fear of public speaking and being on camera * The psychological roots and physical manifestations of stage fright * Kerry’s journey from fear to Emmy Award-winning news anchor and coach * The differences and similarities between speaking on stage and on camera * Exposure therapy and practical steps for building on-camera confidence * Embracing imperfection to create authentic and relatable video content * Strategies for increasing vocal variety, physical presence, and energy on camera * Her MVP framework (Mindset, Vocal Variety, Physical Performance) for video success * Common excuses and mental barriers coaches face regarding video, and ways to overcome them * The importance of connecting with an audience of one and focusing on service over perfection “Mindset is understanding the audience and recognizing that you are always talking to an audience of one.” — Kerry Barrett Guest Bio: Kerry Barrett is the preeminent on-camera media, public speaking and video trainer for lawyers and executives. She teaches virtual & video presence and on-camera readiness for a broad spectrum of situations ranging from formal talks, video content & social media & media interviews to everyday sales pitches over Zoom. As an Emmy Award-winning network news anchor who overcame a debilitating fear of public speaking, Kerry offers a unique perspective as someone who has 25 years of experience in front of the camera. Kerry’s specialty is teaching people how they can become relatable to their audiences and make that genuine connection. She offers a variety of keynotes, workshops and corporate trainings, digital programs, 1:1 and group coaching, VIP Days and intensives to help people feel confident, sincere and energetic, yet relaxed on-screen, create marketing and sales content, close more deals, create a more engaged workforce and prepare for media opportunities. Resources or websites mentioned in this episode: Mirasee [https://mirasee.com/] Coaches Console [https://www.coachesconsole.com/] Melinda’s books: The Confident Coach [https://confidentcoachbook.com/] and The Professional Coach [https://theprofessionalcoachbook.com/] Kerry’s website: KerryBarrett.com [https://www.kerrybarrett.com/] Credits: Host: Melinda Cohan Producer and Editor: Michi Lantz Executive Producer: Danny Iny Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely [https://www.chadmichael.com/] Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio [https://www.homebrewaudio.com/] To catch the great episodes that are coming up on Just Between Coaches, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@MiraseeFM]or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people. Music credits: Track Title: Clouds Artist Name: Acreage Writer Name: Marshall Usinger Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coastline Dream Artist Name: Wild Sky Writer Name: Adam Simons Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Coo Coos Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo Writer Name: Matthew Wigton Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Track Title: Stars & Trees Artist Name: Outside The Sky Writer Name: Dustin Ransom Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION [https://www.soundstripe.com/] Special effects credits: 24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market. Episode transcript: Afraid of the Camera? That’s Not the Problem (Kerry Barrett). [https://mirasee.com/afraid-of-the-camera-thats-not-the-problem-kerry-barrett-transcript/]