In this powerful episode of The Making of a Coach, host Tobi from metaFox sits down with the inspiring Kristen Harcourt, leadership coach, speaker, and podcast host, to explore the deeply personal and professional journey that led her to a thriving coaching business centered on emotional intelligence.

What You'll Learn:

How Kristen discovered she was a coach long before she had the title

Her unique approach to coaching leaders—from emerging professionals to senior executives

Why emotional intelligence is at the heart of everything she does

How she organically grew a business without funnels or traditional online marketing

The role of podcasting and storytelling in building trust and client relationships

Resources and Links:

Connect wth Kristen: ⁠https://kristenharcourt.com/⁠

Find Kristen on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenharcourt/⁠

Learn more about our coaching tools: ⁠https://www.metafox.eu⁠

Use our icebreaker online tool: ⁠https://icebreaker.online⁠

Chapters

00:00 Advice to My Younger Self

00:35 Introduction to the Episode

01:13 Meet Kristen Harcourt

01:34 Challenges Faced by Leaders

03:34 Icebreaker Exercise

04:12 Kristen's Journey to Coaching

07:43 Taking the Leap of Faith

08:10 Building a Coaching Business

17:15 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence

22:36 Corporate vs. Private Coaching

26:58 Balancing Coaching Clients and Other Work

27:10 Managing Client Load and Scheduling

29:01 Private vs Corporate Practice Pricing

30:21 The Organic Growth of Clientele

32:38 The Passion Project: Starting a Podcast

35:06 Podcast Content Strategy and Impact

42:44 Social Media Strategies for Coaches

46:46 Advice for Aspiring Coaches

47:47 Final Thoughts and Reflections