On this episode I share ALL the details about the money I've invested in building my skills and mindset in the business.

I truly believe that in order to grow your business to a new level, you need to elevate both your skills and your mindset. And while there are a ton of free resources out there, we all know that following 1 methodology and having a coach (just like run coaching) will get you there faster & make the process more enjoyable.

From my first business book, to my first conference and how I made the decision to invest $15,000 in a 1:1 business coach, I share ALL the details!!!

In this episode you'll learn:

-Why you may want to invest in business coaching

-How to NOT waste you money when you invest in coaching

-The types of business coaching and advantages and disadvantages of each (monthly subscription programs, masterminds/group coaching and 1:1)

-What to look for in a business coach

Runner Rising Academy 1:1 Coaching is open for enrollment for 3 run coaches through Feb 29th at 40% off. Learn more and book a call with me now.

https://runnerrising.com/business-coaching-for-run-coaches-runner-rising-academy/

Struggling to bring on new run coaching clients with Instagram?

Have you been posting on Instagram but aren't sure anyone is actually listening?

Spending a lot of time on Instagram with little to no return?

Or worse, you leave the platform feeling inadequate and comparing yourself to running accounts that appear to be doing so much better than you?

In this episode I share the truth about growing your run coaching business on instagram in 2024, including:

What is NOT working on Instagram in 2024

Why reel views does not mean more income

What IS working on Instagram in 2024

How to spend LESS time on Instagram and make more money.

Learn more about the Runner Rising Academy:

www.runnerrising.com 

Follow Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runner_rising 

One piece of advice Sarah Canney has for the listeners: "Bet on yourself".

In this episode of the Runner Rising Podcast, you'll learn from & be inspired by Sarah Canney, who shares her story of betting on herself & transitioning from English teacher to running entrepreneur.

Sarah has explored many roles within the running & business: Run Coach, Founder of Rise Run Retreats & writer for Women’s Running Magazine. Sarah has been featured in The New York Times, Washington Post, and Outside among others.

Some topics we cover:

- Becoming a run coach simply to coach herself to a BQ

-The most important element of an athlete discovery call

-Tips for running an in person workshop or retreat

Sarah is currently creating a community over on Substack with my weekly newsletter, Out of Bounds where I explore life outside the lines. 

Listen and be inspired!

Connect with Sarah:

https://sarahcanney.com/

Substack: https://substack.com/@sarahcanney

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah.canney/

TOUGH LOVE episode that I wish I had heard when I first started my business!

Are you a people pleaser? Over 50% of people are self-reported people pleasers & this can impact your success in 2 areas of your run coaching business:

Signs of people pleasing in run coaches: 

Marketing: 

COACHING

On this episode you'll be able to identify how people pleasing is impacting your business and learn how to change so that you can reach your business goals and be a better coach.

If this was helpful, please consider following & giving the podcast a 5 star review. And likely, if you’re a people pleaser, you may be pricing too low. Please check out the last episode and also download my free pricing guide at runnerrising.com .

Send feedback or ask questions on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runner_rising 

Run coaches often price too low. But how low is too low? And how do you raise prices?

In this episode I talk about:

Common reasons why run coaches price low.

A different way to look at your pricing.

Why raising your prices actually is better for your athletes.

The mindset behind pricing and limiting beliefs around money.

Get your free Run Coach Pricing Guide when you subscribe to my weekly newsletter!

http://eepurl.com/iHHWzg 

Book a Discovery Call  

www.runnerrising.com/call 

Should you start a blog?

In this episode, Nicole shares how blogging has helped her create a lead-generating machine that works while she sleeps! Blogging allows you to create content that can work for you for YEARS to come (instead of Instagram content that a small percent of your audience sees for a few days).

You'll learn:

2 reasons to start a blog

5 ways to leverage your blog to get new, qualified leads (including one that increased traffic to her blog by 500% in 5 months).

And answers to commonly asked questions:

-How many times per week should you blog?

-What should I blog about?

-How do I get people to find my blog?

If you enjoyed this episode, please don't hesitate to give us a 5 star review!

For more tips and content check us out:

⁠www.runnerrising.com⁠ 

⁠https://www.instagram.com/runner_rising⁠ 

GET YOUR FREE RUN COACHING PRICING GUIDE

⁠http://eepurl.com/iHHWzg⁠ 

On the first Run Coach interview on Runner Rising, I interview Jen Steele. You'll get an honest and candid conversation of the hurdles, struggles and realities of growing a successful run coaching business. Jen Steele started as a "back of the pack runner" and is now thriving as a mom of 2, part time teacher and run coach.

Favorite moments:

- How Jen used a Facebook group to find her first ever client by asking a simple question

-Learning the funny way Jen would create her training plans in the beginning

-The realities of the comparison trap on social media and what to do when you're constantly comparing yourself to other coaches and accounts

You can connect with Jen at:

https://www.misadventuresofamarathoner.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stories/misadventuresofamarathoner

Want to reach your potential in your run coaching business?

Make more income?

Have more joy in the business?

But also....

You secretly wonder if your personal accolades and running pace matters.

You are basing your prices on how long it takes you to coach them.

You are afraid to niche down and work with a specific type of runner.

In this episode, I walk you through these 3 limiting beliefs that are likely preventing you from reaching your potential in your run coach business.

Ready to set 2024 goals for your run business?

Be sure to do this crucial exercise FIRST.

Here's why doubling your income takes double the work but 10X your income doesn't!

Hi! I'm Nicole Dobransky and I'm on a mission to create the largest growth community for run coaches!!

I created this podcast to help run coaches and running professionals grow their business skills and mindset and to feel part of a community with other business owners in the running space. 

For this first episode, I want to share my story of going from full time accountant to self employed business owner who helps runners achieve their goals. I share the 4 components that I had to focus on to grow my business exponentially.

THANK YOU for listening and I am so excited for where we're headed!

Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/runnerrising

https://runnerrising.com/