Making Of A Coach

From Stuck to Scaled: A Real-World Blueprint for Coaching Success | With Ken Freire of Solo:Scaled

You don’t need a louder voice. You need a clearer message.
Ken Freire knows what it’s like to be stuck behind the scenes.
From helping grow Michael Hyatt’s coaching empire to launching his own AI-powered company, Solo:Scaled — Ken has always been the guy behind the growth.
Until he finally stepped out front.
In this episode, Ken shares what it really takes to build a coaching business that lasts:-The mindset shift every new coach must make-Why most programs fail (and how to build one that doesn’t)-The 4-part framework for building a scalable business-How to create content without becoming a slave to social media-Why your first $10K is the hardest — and most important — money you’ll ever make
Whether you’re in the trenches or still trying to find your message…
This one will give you clarity, courage, and a real plan to move forward.
Episode 15 with Ken Freire — live now on The Making of a Coach Podcast
Connect with Ken on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenfreire/
Check out Solo:Scaled: https://soloscaled.com/
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From Achievement to Awakening: The Inner Work That Success Can’t Give You | With Austin Mao of Ceremonia

Can you build an empire… and still feel empty?
Most high achievers are chasing a feeling — not just a goal.But what if that feeling never comes?
In this episode, Austin Mao (entrepreneur, spiritual guide, and founder of Ceremonia) shares how he went from leading one of the largest Airbnb operations in Vegas... to sitting in the jungle, reliving the trauma he had spent decades avoiding. And how that single moment became the turning point that changed his life forever.
How to recognize the moment your “success” story starts to crack
The 3 real reasons people stay stuck (and how transformation actually works)
Why some answers only come when you ask better questions
The zone of genius model that will change how you work (and live)
This one goes deep into healing, identity, and the journey of self-reclamation.
Episode 14 with Austin Mao — live now on The Making of a Coach Podcast
Connect with Austin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinmao/
Check out Ceremonia’s Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/ceremoniacircle/
… and their website: https://www.ceremoniacircle.org/
#MakingOfACoach #SpiritualAwakening #PsychedelicHealing #InnerWork #FoundersJourney #Ceremonia #PurposeDrivenLife #LeadershipHealing

Faith, Freedom, and Profit: Building a Christian Business | With Doug Greathouse of The Profitable Business Program

Are you drifting through your calling — or building it on purpose?
Most people don’t fail because they dream too big.They fail because they drift too small.
In this episode, Doug Greathouse shares how he walked away from "safe success" — and followed God into something greater:
The 3 types of capital every entrepreneur must build
Why drifting is the enemy’s secret weapon
How your spiritual walk directly fuels business growth
Why purpose-driven profit isn’t sinful — it’s sacred
If you feel God pulling you toward more — but you’re stuck drifting — you need this conversation.
Episode 13 with Doug Greathouse — live now on The Making of a Coach Podcast.
Connect with Doug on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douggreathouse/
Define your client avatar with The Profitable Christian Business: clientsforthekingdom.com
#MakingOfACoach #FaithDrivenBusiness #ChristianEntrepreneurs #PurposeOverProfit #KingdomBusiness #CoachingPodcast #JoshJurkovich
 

Take the Leap: Finding Clarity in Career Transitions | With Lynell Shattls of Leap of Faith Coaching

“I don’t tell my clients what to do. I give them space to figure out what they already know.” – @LynellShattls
In Episode 12 of The Making of a Coach, Lynell shares:
Why career transitions feel so heavy
How she uses the Pain-Gain Model to help clients find clarity
Why so many leaders are stuck in meeting hell & how to escape it
What every coach needs more of: listening without bias
Whether you’re a leader, an HR pro, or just wondering “Should I stay or should I go?” — this one’s for you.
Tune in now. Your future self will thank you.
Connect with Lynell on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lynellshattlscoach
Learn more or book a discovery call: LynellShattls.com
#CareerClarity #LeadershipCoaching #ExecutiveCoach #MakingOfACoach #CareerTransition #ClarityCoach 

The Self-Led Business Life: Leading with Presence, Not Pressure | With Dr. Martin Kettelhut of Listening Is The Key

Less doing, more being.
Dr. Martin Kettelhut spent years in academia... until one conversation changed everything.
He realized real transformation comes through listening, presence, and being — not more effort, hours, or hustle.
In this episode of The Making of a Coach, we explore:
The ‘self-led business life’ philosophy
Why so many high-achievers are unfulfilled
The key to sustainable success: becoming that version of you first
This isn’t mindset fluff. It’s the foundation of effective leadership.
Stream now – link in comments or bio.
Connect with Dr. Kettelhut on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinkettelhut/
Grab Martin’s books: Listening Till You Disappear & Leadership As Relation (available on Amazon & Lulu)
Leadership As Relation: The Art and Science of Heart-Led Leadership : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D52SB6R3/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk
Listen …Till You Disappear: https://www.lulu.com/shop/martin-kettelhut-phd/listen-till-you-disappear/paperback/product-21974105.html?page=1&pageSize=4
Schedule a free clarity call with Martin: ListeningIsTheKey.com
#LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #CoachingBusiness #MindfulLeadership #SelfLed #MakingOfACoach

Crafting Your Authentic Career Narrative | With Brad Wiens of Echo Canyon Career Coaching

Tired of ghosted resumes and lifeless job apps?The problem isn't your experience — it's your story.
In this episode of The Making of a Coach, I sit down with career coach Brad Wiens from Echo Canyon Coaching to talk about:
Crafting your Authentic Career Narrative
Why motivation > qualifications in the eyes of hiring managers
How to create your dream job description (before it exists)
A 3-step system to land high-impact roles — even before they’re posted
Brad has recruited for companies like Intel, IBM, and NXP… and he’s seen what separates the hired from the ghosted.
If you’re in tech or engineering and feel stuck in a job you’ve outgrown — this is the episode that could change your career trajectory.
Episode 10 — now live.
Connect with Brad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradwiens/
Check out Echo Canyon Career Coaching at https://go.ecccoaching.com/3-step-process
#MakingOfACoach #CareerClarity #TechCareers #JobSearchStrategy #EngineeringJobs #CareerCoaching

Evolving on Purpose: Leadership, Loss, and the Power of Self-Awareness | With Mark Myers of Evolve Connection Partners

Success isn’t the goal. Fulfillment is.
Mark Myers had the career, the respect, the life. Then it all changed.
After the loss of his wife, he was forced to confront a truth most men run from:
Feelings matter. And you can’t lead others until you learn to lead yourself.
This episode is a straight shot to the heart of what real leadership looks like:
Why self-awareness is a superpower
The “evolution” that men are terrified to talk about
How to redefine success on YOUR terms
Why emotional intelligence isn’t soft — it’s essential
This one’s raw, honest, and powerful. Every man needs to hear it.
Connect with Mark on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jmarkmyers
Mark's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16BS8Nt1Xi/?mibextid=wwXIfr
#MakingOfACoach #MenEvolving #AuthenticLeadership #CoachingPodcast #JoshuaJurkovich

The Universal Truth of Leadership | With Guest Thomas Cox of Transformative Leadership Lab

Ever felt like leadership wasn’t in your DNA? That you weren’t “naturally” cut out for it?
This week's guest, Thomas Cox, reverse-engineered what great leadership actually looks like. He spent 20+ years decoding leadership like a scientist. What he found? Not more fluff, but a universal truth that actually holds up.
This episode is a MASTERCLASS in real leadership — the kind you can learn, practice, and embody. Whether you’re running a business, managing a team, or coaching clients… this is the framework you didn’t know you needed.
Leadership that starts with YOU.
High performance without burnout.
Systems that make teams run (without you in the weeds).
Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thomasbcox
Check out their website: https://bestboss.biz/
#MakingOfACoach #Leadership #CoachingBusiness #ExecutiveCoaching #EmotionalIntelligence #SystemsThinking #TeamCulture #PodcastDrop

From Ministry to Coaching: Reinventing Purpose After the Pulpit | With Guest Bernie McGraw

What happens when a worship pastor walks away from 38 years of ministry… to become a coach?
In this raw and powerful episode, I sit down with Bernie McGraw, who lost 75+ pounds, rediscovered his identity, and found the courage to start over — at 59 years old.
We talk about:
Why transformation starts in the body… but never ends there
How food became the “acceptable sin” in the church
Why most pastors have no one to talk to — and what that’s costing them
The hard truth about leading others when you're not leading yourself
And how Bernie is creating a safe place for leaders to finally get free
This one’s for anyone feeling called to more — but scared to take the leap.
Connect with Bernie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_mcgrawcoaching?igsh=MTc1cXRkeWxpNDIwcA==
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1KdJbtsRzt/?mibextid=wwXIfr
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bernie-mcgraw-91621b71
Check out McGraw Coaching Solutions over at: https://mcgrawcoachingsolutions.com/

Beyond the Burn: Changing the Game in Online Fitness Coaching | With Guest Johnny Els

This is for the coach who's thinking about doing their own thing — but hasn't taken the leap yet.
Johnny Els was a personal trainer working in gyms — until COVID hit and he had no choice but to go all-in online.Fast forward: he's built TruFit Academy, helped 100+ clients drop 2,500+ pounds combined, and now coaches high performers full-time.
We talk: → Starting your own coaching business from scratch→ Why motivation doesn’t matter (and what does)→ How to actually help people change — and keep the weight off→ Why your “why” has to be deeper than just wanting abs
This is one of those real convos about the business of fitness — and the mindset it takes to show up and win.
Connect with Johnny and check out TruFit Academy via their website: https://trufitacademy.net/
Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trufit_academy/
#MakingOfACoach #TrueFitAcademy #FitnessCoaching #OnlineCoach #CoachPodcast