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Sep 2024
49m 13s

Q&A: Balancing Coaching, Career & Family

Primal Health Coach Institute
About this episode

Erin Power delves into the challenges of starting and scaling a health coaching business while balancing a full-time job and family life. She shares practical strategies for building a sustainable coaching practice, highlighting the importance of finding a unique coaching style and tailoring services to individual expertise, whether in fitness, nutrition, or a combination of both. Erin offers insights on structuring client protocols, delivering effective sessions, and adapting to the evolving wellness industry, where a more holistic approach is increasingly emphasized.

Erin also tackles time management, providing tips for carving out time in a busy schedule and avoiding burnout. From the benefits of weekly check-ins to determining program lengths, she guides listeners on building strong client relationships. As the episode closes, Erin reflects on her own journey from one-on-one coaching to group engagements, underscoring the necessity of scalable business models and the transformative power of perseverance in achieving long-term success in the health coaching field.

The book that Erin mentions: Motivational Interviewing in Nutrition and Fitness - https://amzn.to/3TtB2KP 

Episode Overview:

0:00 Welcome to Health Coach Radio

13:38 The Evolution of Health Coaching

15:55 Diving into Q&A

27:19 Tips for Balancing Coaching and Full-Time Work

38:18 Structuring Your Coaching Programs

46:55 My First Client Experience

 

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Health Coach Radio is a podcast that dives deep into the world of health and fitness coaching, brought to you by Primal Health Coach Institute, founded by the renowned Mark Sisson. Join your host, Erin Power, a proud graduate of Primal Health Coach Institute, as she shares inspiring stories and expert insights on elevating your coaching practice.
 
If you're curious about transforming your life through the power of health and/or fitness coaching, visit primalhealthcoach.com/hcr/. Discover the transformative journey of Primal living and explore how Primal Health Coach Institute can empower you to make a real impact on people's lives.
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