Have you ever wanted to do something but just did not have the confidence to take the leap?
In this episode of Small Business Talk for Coaches, Cathy Smith explores why belief is often the missing ingredient in your coaching journey and how you can borrow it until you grow your own.

You will learn:

• Why clients often come to you to hold belief for them
• How anchors and rewards can strengthen your confidence
• The role of accountability in building momentum
• Simple ways to shift self talk that keeps you stuck

Through real client stories and practical examples, Cathy shows how belief can be the bridge between where you are and where you want to be.

🎧 Listen now and borrow the belief you need to move forward with confidence.

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Ever feel stuck, even when you are doing all the things?
The truth is, it is not always lack of skill or knowledge holding you back.
It is the hidden patterns you repeat every day without even realising.

In this episode of Small Business Talk for Coaches, Cathy Smith uncovers the subtle habits, self-talk and comfort zone traps that keep coaches spinning their wheels. From the words you use with yourself, to the unfinished courses, to the conversations you avoid—these patterns shape your results more than you think.

If you want to break free from busy work, simplify your message, and finally create momentum in your coaching business, this is the episode you need.

Listen to episode 309 of Small Business Talk for Coaches and start rewriting your patterns for success.What are you waiting for do it now!

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You can handle “It’s too expensive” in your sleep.
It is the objections you never hear that are quietly killing your sales.

In episode 308 of Small Business Talk for Coaches, Cathy Smith reveals how unspoken doubts, hidden fears and silent hesitations can turn an excited yes into a disappearing act.

You will discover
• The subtle signs a client is holding back
• How to ask the right questions without feeling pushy
• A real life case study of a client who ghosted and how it could have been avoided

If you want to stop losing clients to the objections they never say out loud, this episode is your guide to spotting, surfacing and solving them before they cost you.

Hit play now and turn more maybes into yeses.

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You know your stuff. You have done the training. You are showing up.
So why are clients still not saying yes?
Because trust is the missing piece.

It is not about fancy funnels or perfect posts. The Website that you haven't finished.
It is about how you show up, the confidence you bring, and whether people believe you can help them.

In episode 307, we unpack how to build trust before the sale, so your next client stops scrolling and starts saying yes. Listen now, follow these tips and stop spinning your wheels.

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Are you trying to speak to everyone and connecting with no one?

In Episode 306 of Small Business Talk for Coaches, Cathy Smith shares why vague marketing is keeping your coaching business stuck and how to fix it fast. Learn how to focus on one ideal person, speak their language, and solve one specific problem that leads to real results.

You will also hear a case study from a coach who discovered her ideal message by reflecting on one great client and how that clarity changed everything.

If your marketing feels exhausting or scattered, this episode is your reset.

🎯 Stop shouting into the crowd. Start making real connections and get real clients.

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You opened your laptop full of hope. This week was going to be different. More focus, more action… but here you are again. No new clients. Still spinning your wheels.

In this episode, Cathy Smith gets real about why your coaching business is not growing – and it is not because you are a bad coach. It is because you are missing the one thing that matters most: clarity.

Cathy shares real-life client stories, practical questions to get unstuck, and the simple truth about why being "visible" is not enough. If your niche is fuzzy and your message is vague, you are confusing your audience and confused people do not buy.

It is time to stop tweaking your website and start speaking your client’s language and break the Groundhog Day cycle once and for all.

Your next client is waiting. Hit play now and make sure next Monday is not just a repeat of this one.

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You do not need a funnel to get coaching clients. You need clarity, confidence and real conversations.

In episode 304 of Small Business Talk for Coaches, Cathy Smith shares what actually works when you are starting or growing your coaching business. If you have been stuck thinking you need a website, email automation or the perfect funnel before taking action, this episode will be a breath of fresh air.

You will learn:

How overcomplicating your marketing keeps you hidden
Why early success comes from connection, not tech
Simple ways to build confidence and talk to the right people

Using relatable stories and straight-talking advice, Cathy shows you how to move forward without getting lost in learning mode. If you are ready to stop waiting and start coaching, this episode will show you what to do first.

🎧 Listen now and take the first step towards a business that brings in real clients.

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What do you say when someone asks, “What do you do?”
Do you hesitate or confidently reply, “I’m a coach”?

In this episode of Small Business Talk for Coaches, Cathy Smith shares a light-hearted story of mistaken identity that leads to a powerful reflection on how you show up in your business. If you struggle to own your title or find yourself downplaying what you do, this episode will help you shift that.

🎯 Ready to stop playing small? 

Listen now to episode 303 Small Business Talk for Coaches boost your confidence and start showing up like the coach you truly are.

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You are posting every day, sharing value, offering tips, and still hearing crickets. What gives? In this episode 302 of Small Business Talk for Coaches, Cathy Smith reveals the surprising reason your content is not landing with the right people. It is not about working harder. It is about being clearer.

Through real client stories and hard won lessons, you will learn why being helpful is not the same as being effective. Cathy shows you how to shift from generic advice to content that actually connects, builds trust, and brings in clients. If your message feels scattered, if you are trying to talk to everyone and end up resonating with no one, this episode is your reset button.

Learn how to stop blending in and start standing out by applying one simple rule that changes everything.

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🎯 Are you doing all the right things… but still not seeing results in your coaching business?

In this follow-up to our milestone 300th episode, Cathy Smith shares coaching tips 16–30 to help you build a thriving business that actually works. From knowing your numbers to treating your business like a business, these practical tips will help you focus, get visible, and take real action.

If you are serious about turning your passion into profit, this episode is your next step.

💡 Pick one tip. Take action. Your future coaching business will thank you.

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