The Ambitious Coach

What does it actually take to build a business that lasts? In this episode, I sit down with Anna Rodney to talk about managing five businesses, raising three kids as a single mom, navigating perimenopause and low energy, and still finding ways to keep moving forward. We talk about planting seeds, putting in the work now that can pay off years later, becoming impossible to overlook, building relationships that get people talking about you, and Anna’s best advice for newer business owners. Plus, we dive into how entrepreneurship can become one of the most unexpected ways to learn who you really are and what you’re capable of.

Who is Anna Rodney:

Anna Rodney is a doula trainer, childbirth educator, and founder of Chicago Family Doulas, the largest doula agency in the United States with more than 200 birth and postpartum doulas. She is also the founder and lead faculty of Birth & Baby University, where she trains and supports doulas, childbirth educators, and perinatal professionals. Anna is passionate about creating more opportunities for birth workers while improving the birth and postpartum experience for families.

Anna's Website: https://annarodneydoula.com/

Anna's IG - https://www.instagram.com/annarodneydoula

Chicago Family Doula's IG: https://www.instagram.com/chicagofamilydoulas/

Allison's Links:

Book a Sales Call - https://calendly.com/workwithallisonhenderson/30min 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

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Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

 Being Here Now & Letting Go of Old Identities - Interview w/ Alyse Parker

Alyse Parker's Links: 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alyse

YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@alyseparker?si=xTgxqncWzr8SXfqf

Website - https://alyseparker.com/ 

Allison's Links:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

Book a Sales Call - https://calendly.com/workwithallisonhenderson/30min 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

FREE VIDEO TRAINING (26 minutes) - How to Build Profitable Business Relationships  - Watch here

In this episode, we're talking about why chasing certainty is keeping so many entrepreneurs stuck and what to focus on instead. I'll share the mindset shifts that have helped me navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, plus the daily actions that create more opportunities, more referrals, and more clients over time.

If you've been feeling anxious about where your next client is coming from, this episode is the pep talk you probably need. You'll also hear why building genuine business relationships has become one of the most valuable strategies in my own business.

Join 500 Connection: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/500connections

Website: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

Join 500 Connection: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/500connections

Website: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Mitchell, founder of My Sweet Sleeper and Sweet Sleep Academy, to talk about what it really takes to build a successful business. We dive into how she got her first enrollments, why she still prioritizes showing up on social media while raising multiple kids, her thoughts on selling every day, whether the market is actually saturated, what makes some entrepreneurs succeed while others struggle, and how to truly show up for your clients.

If you're a sleep consultant or coach looking to grow your business, this conversation is packed with wisdom and practical advice. 

Website for Certification: https://www.sweetsleepacademy.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetsleepacademy 

Website for her sleep business: https://www.mysweetsleeper.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mysweetsleeper

Work w/ Allison: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/allisonsoffers 

Website: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

In this episode, I interviewed Kristin Revere. She is the owner and founder of Gold Coast Doulas. We’re diving into what truly accelerated her success in business, from building strong in-person and online relationships to creating a brand people remember. We also talk about balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood, managing a growing team, and the behind-the-scenes systems that keep everything moving. Plus, she shares what she’s currently focusing on to expand her business even more this year. So many practical tips and honest moments packed into this one!

BIO: Kristin Revere is the owner and founder of Gold Coast Doulas in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She is an elite certified birth doula, a newborn care specialist, a childbirth educator, and an elite certified postpartum doula. She is the co-author of "Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby" and host of Ask the Doulas. She is a mom of two and a bonus mom to one.

Website: Gold Coast Doulas 

Podcast:  www.askthedoulas.com 

Book: Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby

Course: Becoming A Mother Online 

Substack: Ask The Doula with Kristin Revere | Substack

Work w/ Allison: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/allisonsoffers 

Website: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

In this episode, I’m sharing the missing piece in your content that could be costing you clients. We’re diving into why your audience needs to hear your voice and see your face to truly trust and connect with you. If you’ve been feeling stuck or inconsistent, this will shift how you show up immediately. I’ll also talk about how to start building confidence on video so you can stand out and create real momentum.

And if you’re ready for support, I’m sharing details on my 30-Day Visibility Challenge to help you get seen and start signing clients.

Join the 30-Day Visibility Challenge - https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/30-day-visibility-challenge

Work w/ me: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/allisonsoffers 

Website: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Katie Pitt, founder of Sleep Wise Consulting, who has helped over 12,000 families transform their sleep and built a powerhouse team of 70+ sleep consultants.

We get into how she landed her very first clients (before the credibility, before the team, before the brand), and how she scaled to managing 20+ clients a month. Katie also shares the behind-the-scenes of how her certification program came to life, what’s actually working right now when it comes to getting clients, and the biggest trust-builders that turn followers into paying clients.

We also talk about who really succeeds in this industry, the mindset and habits that separate those who grow from those who stay stuck, and the communities you should be plugging into if you want to expand your network and opportunities.

If you’re a sleep consultant, coach, or mom entrepreneur who wants more clients, more momentum, and a real look at what it takes to build something big - this episode is going to hit.

Website: https://sleepwiseconsulting.com/ 

IG: @sleepwiseconsulting

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

Work w/ Allison: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/allisonsoffers 

Website: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ

This week on the podcast, I’m sitting down with Business Coach Taylor Lee - a mom of three under 6 who has built a $5.5M business over the past decade.

Inside this episode, we get real about what it actually looks like to grow a business while raising little ones. Taylor breaks down how to create your first $5-10K month, what shifts are required to scale to $100K months, and the mindset and strategy behind showing up on social media everyday. 

I love how Taylor normalizes the days where you feel low, uninspired, and like you have nothing to say - and still shows you how to move through it, even if that means leaning on AI to help spark your content.

Taylor's Website: https://www.thetaylorlee.com/

Free Masterclass - The Unfair Advantage: https://www.thetaylorlee.com/your-unfair-advantage

Taylor's IG: https://www.instagram.com/_thetaylorlee

Work w/ Allison: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/allisonsoffers 

Website: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coach/

Join Allison's Email List: https://allisonhendersoncoaching.mykajabi.com/join-my-email-list

Podcast Editor: Sam Henderson

Website: https://www.recordingwithsam.com/ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/recordingwithsam/ 

Email: [email protected]

Podcast Music: - Jisatsu x qtsal - blue hour - Provided by Lofi Records - Watch: https://youtu.be/6DDLvq5F8SQ