It’s Beyond The Food: The Non-Diet Coaching Podcast

432-Where to Start When You Don’t Feel Ready to Coach


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Feel like you're not ready to coach? You're not alone—and this episode is your turning point.


If you're waiting to feel ready before you start coaching, you're likely stuck in a cycle of doubt, perfectionism, and overthinking.

In this episode, I walk you through the exact steps to build confidence, take action, and finally feel ready to coach—no matter where you're starting from.


You’ll learn:

  • Why waiting to feel “ready” is keeping you stuck
  • What coaching really is—and isn’t
  • The biggest mindset blocks holding aspiring coaches back
  • A 6-step process to feel ready and take action now
  • Tools to shift your mindset and create real belief in yourself


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Self-discovery Questions (as cited in the episode)

  • What experiences have shaped my desire to coach?
  • Think about times you've naturally taken on a coaching role, mentored others, or felt fulfilled by helping someone learn or grow.
  • What challenges have I overcome that have given me valuable insights that can help others?
  • Personal challenges can be powerful motivators for helping others navigate their own.
  • What experiences have shaped my desire to coach?
  • Think about times you've naturally taken on a coaching role, mentored others, or felt fulfilled by helping someone learn or grow.
  • What challenges have I overcome that have given me valuable insights?
  • Personal challenges can be powerful motivators for helping others navigate their own.
  • What feedback have I received that suggests I have coaching potential?
  • Look for patterns in positive feedback about your ability to guide, support, or inspire others. 
  • What feedback have I received that suggests I have coaching potential?
  • Look for patterns in positive feedback about your ability to guide, support, or inspire others. 


Powerful question to help you build your belief in your readiness

  • What would I believe about myself as a coach if I could believe anything?
  • What would I believe about my coaching business if I could believe anything?
  • What if I believe the opposite of what is currently creating my fear (doubt/ uncertainty)?
  • When I believe that I’m ready to be a great coach/ transition my business/ start a new career, what will be different?


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