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- A PRAYER EPISODE: Praying for and with YOU as you're building a Coaching and Speaking business that will IMPACT THE WORLD!
Back by popular demand... Mitch Matthews is delivering a special prayer episode!
In this heartfelt and hope-filled session... Mitch prays for and with you—the Encourager—the Coach, the Speaker and/or the Content Creator.
Whether prayer is your go-to or you're just curious... this episode is designed to strengthen your spirit and your foundation.
Drawing quick inspiration from one of Jesus’ timeless teachings... Mitch prays for you as your building a business that will impact the world!
It's a powerful reminder that you are loved, seen, and not alone.
By the way... if prayer is not your thing... no harm... no foul. Just jump to one of the other 300+ episodes!
✨ What You’ll Hear:
A raw and real invitation into prayer—no pressure, just presence.
The inspiration behind today's prayer theme.
A Scripture-based encouragement for building a strong, lasting life and business.
A Spirit-led prayer for clarity, vision, provision, and encouragement.
A reminder of your value and God’s love for you right now—mistakes, messiness and all.
📌 Resources Mentioned:
🛠️ The 11 Prayers Tool — Get the free download: mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
Short, powerful prayers to speak over your business and daily life.
❤️ Encourage the Show:
If this episode encouraged you... please leave a review!Every rating helps us reach more Encouragers around the world.
And be sure to share it with a friend who could use some inspiration today.
🎧 Listen & Subscribe:
Don’t miss the upcoming episodes!Subscribe now and stay fueled for your calling as a Coach, Speaker, or purpose-driven entrepreneur.
14 min - Should You Start a New Social Media Account for Your Speaking or Coaching Business?
In this episode of Encouraging the Encouragers, Mitch Matthews tackles a real-world question from a brand-new speaker: "Do I need to start a whole new social media account to grow my speaking business?"
Mitch shares heartfelt advice, practical tips, and real talk about transitioning your personal social media into a powerful platform for your business.
Learn why consistency, authenticity, and strategy matter more than starting fresh — and how to build from a place of strength!Key Topics Covered:
Two main options for handling your social media:
clean up your current account or start fresh
Why your personal profile is your business profile — like it or not!
The "Front Page Effect" for posting: Would you be proud if it made headlines?
Mitch talks about what to avoid too!
How to start small and steady with the "Lighthouse Strategy" — one value-packed post per week (Click here to check out THAT episode!)
Why it's better to curate before you create a new account
How building from your current community gives you momentum
FREE RESOURCES:
📥 Download “44 Proven Ways to Find Your First Life Coaching Clients (and Keep Them Coming!) ➡️mitchmatthews.com/44ways
📥 Download: "Focus 11: Prayers for Building a Coaching & Speaking Business You Love" ➡️ mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
🔗 LET'S CONNECT:
That's right! Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!
🎧 If this episode encouraged you, share it with a fellow Coach or Speaker and leave a review! THANKS!14 min - A Content Creator who went from Rock Bottom to Global Impact with Erik Allen [& We talk about how to get A-List Guests to join you on your podcast!]
In this powerful jam session, Mitch Matthews sits down with entrepreneur, podcaster, and encourager Erik Allen—a man who went from rock bottom to the top 1.5% of podcasts globally!
Erik opens up about his journey through addiction, jail, and bankruptcy, and how he turned it all around to become a thriving family man, media entrepreneur and Encourager!
You’ll hear how Erik’s booking strategy that's landed him interviews with names like Ed Mylett, David Meltzer, and Mark Batterson—all from his quiet town in the Northwest.
He breaks down the simple but powerful approach he uses to invite high-level guests… and how YOU can do it too!
Then, we flip it and dive into a key area of growth for Erik: building an email list. Mitch walks Erik through sustainable, trust-building strategies that work—and can work for you too.
🎯 What You’ll Learn:
Erik’s DM strategy that gets YESes from big-name guests
Why a 30-second personalized video can change everything
The biggest mistake Erik made in podcasting—and how he bounced back
Mitch’s tips for starting (or restarting) your email list the right way
How to make your podcast part of your legacy
💥 One Powerful Reminder:
"Confidence doesn’t come before you start—it comes as you keep going."🛠️ Tools + Resources Mentioned:
Erik’s Website
📥 Download “44 Proven Ways to Find Your First Life Coaching Clients (and Keep Them Coming!) ➡️mitchmatthews.com/44ways
📥 Download: "Focus 11: Prayers for Building a Coaching & Speaking Business You Love" ➡️ mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
🔗 LET'S CONNECT:
That's right! Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!
🎧 If this episode encouraged you, share it with a fellow coach and leave a review!
30 min - Building Boldness, Trust, and a Profitable Speaking Business – An Encouraging the Encouragers Jam Session with Tony Miltenberger"
Mitch is excited to welcome YOU to the first-ever Jam Session episode of Encouraging the Encouragers! 🎉
Jam Sessions are a new kind of episode where Mitch brings on trusted, successful Encouragers — Coaches, Speakers, and Content Creators — for real conversations about what’s working in their businesses right now, and what they’re working on taking to the next level.
You’ll get to hear... not just the highlights.... but the heart, the hard lessons, and the helpful strategies — all designed to help YOU grow as a Coach, Speaker, Content Creator and as the Well-Paid Encourager YOU deserve to be!
For this first Jam Session, Mitch is joined by the amazing Tony Miltenberger — a pastor, podcaster, coach, veteran, and entrepreneur who knows what it means to lead with heart, serve with excellence, and encourage others to do the same.
In this energizing conversation, Mitch and Tony talk about:
Consistency as a Superpower: Why showing up week after week builds the trust you need to grow a coaching, speaking, or content creation business.
Building a Tribe You Love: How Tony intentionally creates content for three specific "avatar" audiences — and why that makes a huge difference.
Content Creation Wisdom: From podcasting best practices to the secret of sustainable growth, Tony shares actionable insights.
The Speaking Business Behind the Scenes: Mitch pulls back the curtain on building a profitable speaking business — offering real-world strategies around pricing, marketing yourself as a speaker, and creating credibility-boosting marketing materials.
Being a Student Every Day: The mindset shift that separates growing speakers and content creators from those who stall out.
If you’re ready to be encouraged, challenged, and equipped with tangible tools to dream bigger, show up bolder, and get paid well to make an impact — this episode is for you!
🎧 Listen in and join the Jam Session!
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT TONY and the awesome things he's up to: CLICK HERE
FREE RESOURCES FROM MITCH:
📥 Download “44 Proven Ways to Find Your First Life Coaching Clients (and Keep Them Coming!) ➡️mitchmatthews.com/44ways
👉 Stop wondering where your next coaching client will come from—this powerful guide will show you exactly how to build unstoppable momentum and attract great fit clients!
Click here to get started!
📥 Download: "Focus 11: Prayers for Building a Coaching & Speaking Business You Love" ➡️ mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
Step into your calling with 11 prayers crafted to help you build a coaching and speaking business that you love... that pays you well and that truly makes a difference.
Click here to get the guide.
🔗 LET'S CONNECT:
That's right! Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!
🎧 If this episode encouraged you, share it with a fellow coach and leave a review!
50 min - Coaches & Speakers: Beat Burnout & Build Trust with the "Lighthouse Post" Social Media Strategy
Feeling overwhelmed or burnt out by social media? You’re not alone—and this episode is for you.
Mitch Matthews introduces the Lighthouse Post strategy, a simple but powerful way to build trust, connection, and consistency without burning out.
Learn how one high-value post per week can help you refocus your energy, reduce stress, and engage your audience more effectively. Whether you're a Coach, Speaker, or entrepreneur, this strategy is all about working smarter—not harder.
🧭 What You’ll Learn:
Why burnout sneaks up—even for those who teach about it
The simple “Lighthouse Post” method to cut through overwhelm
How consistency builds anticipation and trust with your audience
Mitch’s new posting rhythm for the ETE podcast
💡 Try This Challenge:
Pick a day and time to post your weekly Lighthouse Post.
Make it high-value, let your audience know what to expect, and build from there.
Then tag Mitch to let him know you’re trying it out!
🙌 Stay Connected:If this episode encouraged you, leave a review or share it with another encourager. Mitch wants to hear from you—tag him in your Lighthouse Post or shoot him a message!
📥 FREE Download:
"Focus 11: Prayers for Building a Coaching & Speaking Business You Love" ➡️ mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
🔗 LET'S CONNECT:
That's right! Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!
12 min - Don’t Make Big Decisions Off of Small Data (A strategy for Coaches and Speakers... for when things seem to stop working on social media!)
Hey Encouragers! In this episode... Mitch dives into a critical mindset shift for anyone building their coaching or speaking business: resist the urge to make big decisions based on "small data."
🚫 Ever feel like your content suddenly stops getting likes or comments?
📉 Worried your engagement is dropping and it’s time to change everything?
💡 Mitch shares why now’s not the time to panic—and why lurking followers (the quiet ones) still invest.What You’ll Learn:
Why you shouldn't chase the algorithm after one slow week
The truth about lurkers (and how they can become your best clients!)
How to reframe "low engagement" with a mindset that builds trust long-term
A simple strategy to stay consistent without burning out
Key Quote:
“Don’t dig up your seeds every 48 hours just to see if they’re growing.”Bonus Encouragement:
For every 1 like, there might be 3 lurkers watching and gaining trust in you
Social media slowdowns are normal—stick with your values, your voice, and your vision
📌 Resources & Links:
📥 Download “44 Proven Ways to Find Your First Life Coaching Clients (and Keep Them Coming!) ➡️mitchmatthews.com/44ways
📥 Download: "Focus 11: Prayers for Building a Coaching & Speaking Business You Love" ➡️ mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
🔗 LET'S CONNECT:
That's right! Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!
Let’s keep building trust, not chasing trends. You’re not alone. You’ve got this, Encourager!
🎧 And hey... if this episode encouraged you, share it with a fellow coach and leave a review! THANKS!
15 min - You booked a big speaking gig... but NOW... How to Remember Your Talk Without Memorizing Every Word
In this episode, Mitch Matthews tackles a powerful question from a fellow Encouraging the Encouragers listener:
“I'm excited! I've just sold my first big keynote... but I'm nervous about remembering all of it! What are your tips for remembering it all?”
Whether you're prepping for your first paid keynote or looking to feel more at ease on stage, Mitch shares 4 proven strategies to help you deliver your talk with clarity and confidence — without having to memorize a script word for word.
From embracing a "flow-focused" mindset to creating your own version of a “Woobie” (aka your speaker security blanket), this episode is packed with practical tools and encouragement to help you stay present, have fun, and bless the room.
What You'll Learn:
Why practicing the flow beats memorizing the script
How to use a printed outline — your trusty “Woobie” — to stay on track
Ways to engage the audience and use the room to your advantage
The magic of “home base moments” and core stories to guide your talk
How being real > being perfect on stage (yep, even if your pants rip 😄)
FREE RESOURCES:
📥 Download: "Focus 11: Prayers for Building a Coaching & Speaking Business You Love" ➡️ mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
📥 Download “44 Proven Ways to Find Your First Life Coaching Clients (and Keep Them Coming!) ➡️mitchmatthews.com/44ways
🔗 LET'S CONNECT:
That's right! Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW:
👉 Love the episode? Scroll down to leave a review. THANKS!
21 min - The Secret to Success for Coaches & Speakers? A Mastermind Group That Actually Works! [Here's some simple steps to get started!]
In this mentor session of Encouraging the Encouragers, we tackle a challenge many Coaches, Consultants, and Speakers face—transitioning from a corporate or team environment to the sometimes isolating world of entrepreneurship.
Our guest Howard, asks an important question: How do you replace the camaraderie and thought partnerships of a traditional workplace when you're working for yourself?
Mitch shares one of his most powerful strategies: forming a mastermind group. He breaks down why a mastermind is essential, how to structure it, and how to find the right people to join. Whether you're just starting or looking to strengthen your support system, this episode is packed with actionable advice.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The key challenges of moving from a corporate environment to working solo✔️ Why mastermind groups are a game-changer for coaches, speakers, and entrepreneurs✔️ How to form a high-impact mastermind (and why it’s worth taking your time)✔️ The ideal mastermind structure: 3 key questions to ask each meeting✔️ The power of accountability and encouragement in business growth
Resources & Links Mentioned:
🔗 Dream Think Do Podcast – Mitch’s Mastermind Breakdown
📥 Download “44 Proven Ways to Find Your First Life Coaching Clients (and Keep Them Coming!) ➡️mitchmatthews.com/44ways
📥 Download: "Focus 11: Prayers for Building a Coaching & Speaking Business You Love" ➡️ mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
🔗 LET'S CONNECT:
That's right! Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!
🎧 If this episode encouraged you, share it with a fellow coach and leave a review!10 min - Make Your Website Work for YOU! -- A Real-Time Coaching Website Review
Hey, hey, Encourager! In this special Encouraging the Encouragers Mentor Session, we dive into a website review with a successful artist looking to integrate coaching into her already thriving art business.
If you’ve ever wondered how to structure your website for coaching, make it easy to navigate, and attract the right clients... THIS episode is packed with insights!
We cover:
✅ How to make your website work for a visitor with "70% of their brain" (aka, simplifying for clarity!)
✅ Why clear calls to action are essential for engaging potential coaching clients
✅ The power of storytelling over a list of services to connect with your ideal audience
✅ How to guide visitors through a logical flow that leads them to a conversation with youRenee's journey is unique because she's not starting from scratch—she's adding coaching as a new offer to her existing site. Whether you’re building your coaching website from the ground up or refining what you have, these strategies will help you optimize for clarity, engagement, and conversions.
FREE RESOURCES:
📥 Download "Focus 11: Prayers for Building a Coaching & Speaking Business You Love"➡️ mitchmatthews.com/11prayers
🔥 NEW Resource Alert! 🔥
Want to find more great-fit clients for your coaching business? Mitch just created a brand-new free resource:📌 44 Proven Strategies to Attract Great Fit Clients (and keep them coming!) → Grab it here!
🔗 LET'S CONNECT:
That's right! Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!
🎧 If this episode encouraged you, share it with a fellow coach and leave a review! THANKS!!!
21 min - The Winner’s Syndrome – Beating Imposter Syndrome Like a Pro for Speaker s and Coaches
In this episode of Encouraging the Encouragers, Mitch tackles imposter syndrome—but with a twist!
Instead of seeing it as a setback, he reframes it as "The Winner’s Syndrome"—a sign that you’re stepping up, growing, and taking things to the next level.
He shares real-world coaching insights, brain science, and three powerful strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and confidently own your message. Whether you're a speaker, coach, or content creator, this episode will help you shift your mindset and embrace your greatness.
✅ Why imposter syndrome is actually a good sign (and why Mitch calls it the "Winner’s Syndrome")
✅ The brain science behind why imposter syndrome happens
✅ Three powerful strategies to overcome doubt and step into confidence:- Power Poses – How body language affects confidence at a biological level
- Power Playlist – The music trick to shift your mindset instantly
- Mindset Shift – How to recognize imposter syndrome as proof you’re on the right path
🎵 What’s on your Power Playlist?
Share your go-to confidence-boosting song in the comments or send Mitch a message!
Resources:
Check out our upcoming Masterclass!
From Idea to Impact: Create a Keynote that Audiences LOVE and Organizers Pay For!
You’ve got the message. The passion. The vision. Now it’s time to craft the keynote that moves audiences—and makes getting booked as a speaker… effortless.
CLICK HERE to find out more and reserve YOUR seat!
💬 Loved this episode?
Leave a review and let Mitch know how it helped you!
🔗 Follow & Connect:
Let's get YOU a Mentor Session!
If YOU would like to do a one-on-one Mentor Session with Mitch… simply click here: www.mitchmatthews.com/mentorsessions and grab a spot when (and if) one is available.
He can’t wait to talk with YOU and help you to break through to the next level!
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Let's Connect:
Let's connect on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or Instagram!
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About Encouraging the Encouragers
From the publisher's feed
From a “bad-fit” job to being a “Well-Paid Encourager.” Mitch Matthews went from being a frustrated pharmaceuticals sales rep to having a top-rated podcast and selling seven figures in life coaching…
and motivational speaking. If you’re a coach, speaker or content creator… Mitch wants to help you! With this podcast… he’ll be sharing updates from the journey. Each short episode will provide useful business-building strategies and real-world stories that will keep YOU encouraged and help you to become the “Well-Paid Encourager” you deserve to be! #letsdothis #helovesjesusbutcussesabit