Welcome to the Life Coach Business Building Podcast. Join Business Growth & Life Coach Debbie Shadid as she teaches you simple (organic) strategies to gain more paid clients in your life coaching business. Debbie's coaching style is unique. She focuses on the specific actions you need to take to market your life health, career, and weight loss coaching business to your ideal client. Debbie teaches life coaches how to design, price, and sell their coaching offers. She helps you craft an impactful marketing message. Building your coaching business is easier than you think when you know what to do. So, if you're ready to be a well-respected life coach with paid clients, this podcast is for you! Debbie will inspire you to take simple, consistent action to grow your coaching business.
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EP 396 - What to Expect for Coaches in 2027 (AI Can’t Replace You)
2026/10/23
If you’re a coach wondering what AI means for the future of coaching, how AI is changing the coaching industry, whether AI is making coaching obsolete, or what to expect in coaching in 2027, this video is for you. If you want to know how to stay relevant as a coach in the age of AI, you’re in the right place.
AI can answer almost any question your future client asks it, but it can’t be you. In this video, I’ll show you exactly why I believe coaching is about to see more growth than it has in years, and where your real value sits now that information is free.
We will discuss why people are paying for results now, not information, and the four things AI can never do for your future clients. We will cover why your client’s quiet weeks usually mean something very different than you think, why knowing what to do and actually doing it are two completely different things, how to find the one piece of value that only you can offer, and the three questions that reveal your premium as a coach.
You don’t have to compete with AI, and you don’t have to become a tech expert to stay relevant. What the online world is actually starving for right now is what you already have, life experience, judgment, and the ability to look someone in the eye and know what they really need. That is the premium nobody can automate.
If you want to talk through your business idea, even a messy one, book a call with me here: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
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EP 395 - The 4 Most Profitable Coaching Niches for 2027
2026/10/21
If you’re trying to choose a coaching niche for 2027, figure out the most profitable coaching niches right now, or you’re wondering why “follow your passion” niche advice isn’t getting you clients, this video is for you.
People don’t invest in vague coaching ideas. They pay to get out of a painful, urgent problem. In this video, I’ll show you the four coaching niches where clients are actively searching and willing to pay right now, plus two popular niches to steer clear of if you want a profitable business.
We will discuss why fluffy niches like midlife reinvention or finding your purpose almost never convert into paying clients, and why midlife career reinvention coaching for women pushed out of corporate roles is such a high-demand niche right now. We will cover why integrative health, menopause, and longevity coaching is seeing a massive cultural shift in demand, how to position yourself as an AI and tech confidence coach for adults over fifty, why midlife dating and marriage preservation coaching carries real urgency, and the two popular niches that almost always struggle to make money.
You don’t have to guess at your niche or settle for something vague just because it sounds nice. When you choose a niche tied to a real, urgent, painful problem, you make it so much easier for the right people to find you and say yes.
If you want help picking and validating your profitable coaching niche, grab the Profitable Niche Blueprint linked below.
Shop Debbie’s Resources for Coaches:
The Profitable Coaching Niche Blueprint - Define Your Coaching Niche in a Few Hours So You Can Start Attracting the Right Clients: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/en-cad/products/niche-blueprint
🌟 Ready to grow your coaching business? Book a call with me here: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
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Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
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EP 394 - The Real Truth About Coaching Hours: How Much Do You Actually Need?
2026/10/16
Are you a coach who feels like you're always working but never know where the time went? Do you want to build a coaching business that fits around your real life instead of taking over every hour of your day? In this video, we'll share how to design a simple, realistic schedule for your coaching business, including how many hours you actually need to work as a new coach, how to build a weekly schedule for your coaching business, and how to create a dream week that works for a woman over 50 starting a coaching or online business. Whether you're a certified life coach, a business coach, or just starting your coaching career, learning how to manage your time is crucial to building a profitable, sustainable coaching business. We'll cover coaching business time management, how to build a 9 to 3 coaching business, marketing for coaches that compounds over time, and exactly how many hours you need for coaching, marketing, and connecting with clients each week. By the end of this video, you'll have a clear plan for your coaching business schedule and a simple path to more consistent clients without working night and day. If you're ready to build a coaching business around the life you actually want, this video is for you.
More free resources for coaches:
FREE Take 5 Mindset Method: https://debbieshadid.com/take5
FREE Turn Leads into Clients Email Nurture Sequence: http://coaching.debbieshadid.com/nurture
FREE Growth Checklist for Action Taking Coaches: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/growth
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Tired of spinning in indecision about what to post, how to sell your coaching, or explain what you do? This is your moment!
Join me for a live edition of Fast Track + VIP coaching experiences where you'll get real-time feedback on your niche, offers, and marketing, plus the clarity and support you've been looking for.
Spots are limited and enrollment closes soon.
Let’s connect → DebbieShadid.com/scheduleLet’s connect!
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EP 393 - How Corporate Women 50+ Can Safely Transition into Coaching
2026/10/14
If you're a corporate woman wondering how to transition from corporate to coaching, how to start a coaching business after 50, or how to leave your corporate job for coaching without the financial risk, this video is for you. If you've spent decades building a corporate career and you're ready to explore coaching as your next chapter, you're in the right place.
Corporate experience is a huge asset, but the rules outside the corporate world are completely different. In this video, I'll show you how to use what you already know to build a coaching business without the risk, the tech overwhelm, or quitting your job too soon.
We will discuss why your corporate credentials and certifications alone won't bring you clients, and how to give your coaching business a runway instead of quitting your job abruptly. We will cover the biggest trap that derails corporate women when they start researching online, why you don't need expensive software, funnels, or a client management system when you're just starting, how to get specific on who you help so the right people recognize themselves in your marketing, and the three things you need absolute clarity on before you do anything else.
If you want a step-by-step roadmap to set up your business foundation without the tech overwhelm, and personalized feedback on your niche, book a call with me here: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
If you want to structure your business for maximum profit and time freedom, watch this video next: https://youtu.be/4lCdZx9ntVE
Shop Debbie's Resources for Coaches:
The Profitable Coaching Niche Blueprint - Define Your Coaching Niche in a Few Hours So You Can Start Attracting the Right Clients: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/en-cad/products/niche-blueprint
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Let’s connect!
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EP 392 - How To Price Your First Coaching Offer
2026/10/12
If you're a coach over 50 wondering how to price your coaching offer, what to charge as a new life coach, or how to set your coaching rates without feeling like a fraud, this video is for you. If you've been told you need high ticket pricing to be taken seriously as a coach, and that advice feels completely wrong for where you are right now, you're in the right place.
High ticket pricing isn't the problem, but forcing it on yourself before you're ready is. In this video, I'll show you why starting at a grounded, confident price point will actually get you your first clients faster and set you up for sustainable growth.
We will discuss why high ticket pricing creates imposter syndrome for brand new coaches, and what actually happens in your confidence and your business when you pick a starter price you feel good about. We will cover the four shifts that come from pricing to sell instead of pricing to impress, how the stairstep method lets you raise your prices naturally as you get results, what premium coaching really means after 50, and how to build a simple starter package without funnels, fancy software, or a membership site.
You don't need a high-ticket price to feel like a real coach. You need a price you can say out loud with confidence, clients you can over-deliver for, and a process that proves you can get results. That's how you build a business you're proud of, not one you feel like you have to defend.
If you're ready to map out exactly how to find your first clients and set up a simple weekly schedule that works, book a call with me here: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
Watch the step-by-step plan to building your coaching business here: https://youtu.be/apjdChjD5VI
Watch more on this here: https://youtu.be/rPdboe06aBQ
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Let’s connect!
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EP 391 - Best Online Business Models for Women Over 50
2026/10/07
If you're a woman over 50 looking at building an online business and you have no idea which model is actually worth your time, Etsy, a digital course, affiliate marketing, or coaching, this video breaks down all four and ranks them by profit margin and real time freedom.
We will discuss the real profit margins behind physical products, digital courses, and affiliate marketing, and why coaching and consulting ranks highest for women over 50. If you are looking to start an online business or want to know which model actually fits your life, this video is for you. We will cover topics such as choosing between one-to-one coaching, group coaching, or consulting, and how to build income around your schedule using nothing but your own life experience.
You don't need to create thousands of pieces of content or build a massive audience to make real money online. You need a business model that values your decades of lived experience over volume and hustle.
Once you see the real math behind each model, it becomes so much clearer why coaching lets you build a profitable business around the time you actually have, instead of chasing an audience you don't.
Grab the Profitable Niche Blueprint here: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/products/niche-blueprint
Want help deciding which coaching format fits your life?
Book a call with me here: debbieshadid.com/schedule
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Tired of spinning in indecision about what to post, how to sell your coaching, or explain what you do? This is your moment!
Join me for a live edition of Fast Track + VIP coaching experiences where you'll get real-time feedback on your niche, offers, and marketing, plus the clarity and support you've been looking for.
Spots are limited and enrollment closes soon.
Let’s connect → DebbieShadid.com/scheduleLet’s connect!
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com Instagram @debbieshadidSubscribe on YouTube#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool
EP 390 - The Complete Step By Step Roadmap To Starting A Coaching Business Over 50
2026/10/05
Are you a woman over 50 wondering how to start a coaching business, how to find your coaching niche, or how to get your first coaching client without a website or complicated funnel? This is the complete, no fluff roadmap for starting a coaching business after 50, built for women who have decades of real experience and want to turn it into income. Your age isn't a disadvantage in this business. It's the advantage, and this video shows you exactly how to turn decades of real experience into a coaching business that works.
We will discuss how to find your coaching niche using your own professional and life experience, how to build a simple "I help" statement that makes people say "she's talking to me," and how to create a signature offer without overcomplicating your business. If you are looking to become a coach or want to know how to start a coaching business after 50, this video is for you.
Watch the First Client Framework here: https://youtu.be/ojOyuYJ6AEU
🌟 Ready to grow your coaching business? Book a call with me here: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
Shop Debbie's Resources for Coaches:
The Profitable Coaching Niche Blueprint - Define Your Coaching Niche in a Few Hours So You Can Start Attracting the Right Clients: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/products/niche-blueprint
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Tired of spinning in indecision about what to post, how to sell your coaching, or explain what you do? This is your moment!
Join me for a live edition of Fast Track + VIP coaching experiences where you'll get real-time feedback on your niche, offers, and marketing, plus the clarity and support you've been looking for.
Spots are limited and enrollment closes soon.
Let’s connect → DebbieShadid.com/scheduleLet’s connect!
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com Instagram @debbieshadidSubscribe on YouTube#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool
Ep 389 - What To Say To Get Goaching Clients: Discovery Calls Made Easy
2026/10/02
Are you a coach struggling to get coaching clients and grow your coaching business? Do you want to learn how to make discovery calls easy and effective in order to get more clients and establish a successful coaching career? In this video, we will share with you what to say to get coaching clients and provide you with valuable tips on marketing for coaches, including how to use social media for coaches to promote your services and attract potential clients. Whether you are a certified life coach or just starting out, learning how to get coaching clients fast is crucial to the success of your business. We will cover topics such as how to become a life coach, how to start a coaching business, and how to get more clients, including business coach strategies and discovery call questions that work. By the end of this video, you will have a clear understanding of how to get coaching clients online and offline, and how to grow your coaching business into a thriving and profitable venture. If you are ready to take your coaching business to the next level and get coaching clients consistently, then this video is for you.
If you want help getting your first or next paying client, let's talk. Book a call with me here: debbieshadid.com/schedule
Shop Debbie's Resources for Coaches:
The Profitable Coaching Niche Blueprint - Define Your Coaching Niche in a Few Hours So You Can Start Attracting the Right Clients: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/products/niche-blueprint
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
0:00 Mastering the Comfortable Conversation
1:08 Choosing the Right Name for Your Call
3:31 Preparing Your Mindset Before the Call
5:50 Four Essential Questions to Ask Every Client
12:52 Handling Time and Money Objections
17:03 Closing the Call With Ease
Let’s connect!
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EP 388 - Zero Audience? Here is How to Get Your First Coaching Clients
2026/09/30
Are you struggling to get your first coaching clients and feel like you have zero audience? Starting an online coaching business can be challenging, especially when it comes to finding and attracting clients. As a business coach, it's essential to have a solid coaching business strategy in place to grow your coaching business and get more clients. In this video, we'll share valuable coaching business tips on how to get coaching clients fast, how to start a coaching business, and how to become a successful life coach. We'll also discuss how to get coaching clients online, how to attract coaching clients, and how to grow your coaching business. Whether you're a new coach or an experienced one, this video will provide you with actionable advice on how to get clients and take your coaching business to the next level. If you're looking for ways to get coaching clients, start a coaching business, or grow your existing coaching business, this video is for you. By the end of this video, you'll have a clear understanding of how to get more clients, how to get coaching clients online, and how to create a successful online coaching business.
If you want help getting clear on your coaching niche and getting your first or next paying client, let's talk. Book a call with me here: debbieshadid.com/schedule
Shop Debbie's Resources for Coaches:
The Profitable Coaching Niche Blueprint - Define Your Coaching Niche in a Few Hours So You Can Start Attracting the Right Clients: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/products/niche-blueprint
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
0:00 Getting Your First Coaching Clients from Scratch
1:11 Why Conversations Beat Fancy Tech Every Time
2:27 Proven Strategies Our Clients Used Last Week
4:23 Why the Fortune Is Truly in the Follow-Up
11:52 Mastering the Thursday Marketing Routine
14:01 Pricing Strategies to Get Your Business Moving
Tired of spinning in indecision about what to post, how to sell your coaching, or explain what you do? This is your moment!
Join me for a live edition of Fast Track + VIP coaching experiences where you'll get real-time feedback on your niche, offers, and marketing, plus the clarity and support you've been looking for.
Spots are limited and enrollment closes soon.
Let’s connect → DebbieShadid.com/scheduleLet’s connect!
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com Instagram @debbieshadidSubscribe on YouTube#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool
EP 387 - Email Marketing Changes in 2026 Every Coach Needs to Know
2026/09/25
Are you a life coach struggling to turn your email list into coaching clients? In this video, we will show you how to grow your coaching business by converting your email list into paying clients. As a coach, marketing for coaches is crucial to get more clients and expand your business.
We will discuss coaching techniques and strategies on how to become a successful coach, including how to start a life coaching business and how to get coaching clients. If you are looking to become a coach or want to know how to be a life coach, this video is for you. We will cover topics such as life coach training, business coaching, and how to get more clients.
Whether you are just starting out or looking to expand your existing coaching business, this video will provide you with valuable insights and tips on how to turn your email list into coaching clients and take your business to the next level. By implementing these strategies, you can increase your chances of success as a coach and build a thriving coaching business.
🌟 Ready to grow your coaching business? Book a call with me here: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
Chapters:
0:00 The Truth About Your Email Marketing Worries
0:28 The Long Game: Clients Who Wait Years to Buy
1:58 Why Your Emails Aren't Reaching the Inbox
4:50 The Danger of Uploading Old Contact Lists
7:19 Writing Emails That People Actually Read
Let’s connect!
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EP 386 - Why Your Coaching Offer Isn't Selling (It's Not Your Niche!)
2026/09/23
Struggling to sell your coaching services? If you're a coach and you can't figure out why nobody's buying what you offer, this video's for you. There's one step almost every coach skips, and it's not your niche or your marketing. It's called validation.
If you're new to my channel, my name is Debbie Shadid. I'm a Business Growth and Life Coach and the founder of the Business Building Boutique. For over two decades, I've helped women learn how to become coaches, get clients, grow their businesses, and create meaningful income doing work they love.
When you validate your offer with real conversations before you build anything, you stop guessing and start building a business people actually want to buy.
📌 Grab the Profitable Niche Blueprint here: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/en-cad/products/niche-blueprint
🌟 Ready to grow your coaching business? Book a call with me here: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
Connect with me:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Chapters:
0:00 The Hidden Reason Your Coaching Business Isn't Selling
1:05 The Missing Link in Your Business Strategy
2:04 How to Master the Art of Validation
4:19 What Happens When You Actually Talk to People
6:37 The Dangerous Trap of Relying on AI
Let’s connect!
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EP 385 - From ZERO to Coaching Clients: How to Get Your First Client
2026/09/21
Struggling to find your first coaching clients? I am breaking down exactly what you are doing wrong so you can start building your coaching business today. If you have that inner itch to start a coaching business but find yourself stuck with getting clients, you are not alone. Many new coaches and aspiring coaches struggle with the same hurdles - constantly second-guessing their niche, unsure if their offer is strong enough, or simply feeling lost on where to begin. This episode is designed to help you move past that uncertainty.
We will look at how to stop spinning your wheels and actually start building your boutique-style coaching business with confidence. If you currently have zero clients, this honest breakdown will help you identify the common mistakes holding you back so you can finally get things moving.
🚀 Grab the Complete YouTube Guide for Coaches: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/en-cad/products/youtube-guide
🌟 Ready to get your first coaching client and start your coaching business? Book a call with me here: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
Connect with me:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Chapters:
0:00 The Truth About Your Email Marketing Worries
0:28 The Long Game: Clients Who Wait Years to Buy
1:58 Why Your Emails Aren't Reaching the Inbox
4:50 The Danger of Uploading Old Contact Lists
7:19 Writing Emails That People Actually Read
Let’s connect!
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com Instagram @debbieshadidSubscribe on YouTube#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool
EP 384 - Design Live Thrive Summit Fall 2026: Day Two Recap
2026/09/18
If you've ever wondered what it's really like behind the scenes of a coaching summit, or you want honest answers on grief, burnout, money mindset, and boundaries from women who coach for a living, this conversation is for you.
If you're new to my channel, my name is Debbie Shadid. I'm a Business Growth and Life Coach and the founder of the Business Building Boutique. For over two decades, I've helped women learn how to become coaches, get clients, grow their businesses, and create meaningful income doing work they love.
If you're a coach watching this and wondering what it takes to build a business like the ones you just saw, that's exactly what I help women do inside the Business Building Boutique. Let's talk about your business: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
After wrapping the Design Live Thrive Summit, I sat down with my co-host Thais Glenn and five of our speaker coaches to dig into the questions our attendees actually asked. What you get here is real coaching, live, on topics most people are afraid to bring up.
Connect with our guest coaches:
- Jennifer Flanders, Life and Career Coach for Psychotherapists: http://www.jenniferflanderscoaching.com
- Margaret Meder, Grief and Wellness Coach: http://www.ExhalingGrief.com
- Emily Terry, Mile High Money Mama, Personal Finance Coach: https://milehighmoneymomma.com
- Erin Fisher, Mental Health Coach: http://www.erinfishercoaching.com
- Marie Vega-Byrne, Chief Possibility Officer | Brilliance Recovery Coach: https://beyondrubies.net
Watching these five coaches answer real questions is a reminder that you don't have to have it all figured out to help someone else heal, grow, or get unstuck. You just have to keep showing up and doing the work in front of you. If any part of this conversation resonated, that's your sign you have something worth building too.
Want access to every talk from this summit, plus the gifts each speaker put together for you? Grab full VIP access to all of the replays here: designlivethrive.com/vip
Debbie's Favorite Recording Setup:
- Logitech Full HD Webcam: https://amzn.to/4m2rRye
- Blue Yeti Podcast Microphone: https://amzn.to/4cfd4gc
- Office Lighting (no ring in glasses!): https://amzn.to/4rZ9hrZ
- Phone Tripod Stand (adjustable to 62"): https://amzn.to/40Y7WqB
- Descript for Video Editing: https://descript.cello.so/6xw4YgGx34a
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
- Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Chapters:
Missed the Design Live Thrive Summit? Here is a recap of the first client framework to help you start your coaching business.
The Design Live Thrive Summit brought together 18 experts to share actionable advice for new coaches. This recap focuses on the essential steps discussed during our first day, specifically tailored for those trying to secure their initial paying clients.
If you are building your coaching business, understanding how to structure your offer and find your niche is vital. We break down the key coaching strategies from the event to help you move forward with confidence. You can access the full replays and exclusive gifts from all 18 speakers at designlivethrive.com/VIP.
Subscribe for weekly coaching business breakdowns, and leave a comment sharing your biggest takeaway from the summit.
00:00 Summit Wrap-Up and Speaker Highlights
00:49 Meet the Coaches and Co-hosts
01:59 Navigating Grief and Loss
03:15 The Physical Toll of Emotional Stress
06:44 Supporting Helpers Through Burnout
12:22 Setting Boundaries as the Dependable One
17:03 Creating a Healthy Relationship With Money
Tired of spinning in indecision about what to post, how to sell your coaching, or explain what you do? This is your moment!
Join me for a live edition of Fast Track + VIP coaching experiences where you'll get real-time feedback on your niche, offers, and marketing, plus the clarity and support you've been looking for.
Spots are limited and enrollment closes soon.
Let’s connect → DebbieShadid.com/scheduleLet’s connect!
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EP 383 - Design Live Thrive Summit Fall 2026: Day One Recap
2026/09/16
If you want a front row seat to what real coaching looks like, this is it. In this video, I sit down with eight coaches from our Fall Design Live Thrive Summit to answer the questions our audience sent in live, on parenting, trauma, sleep, clutter, and more.
If you're new to my channel, my name is Debbie Shadid. I'm a Business Growth and Life Coach and the founder of the Business Building Boutique. For over two decades, I've helped women learn how to become coaches, get clients, grow their businesses, and create meaningful income doing work they love.
If you're a coach watching this and wondering what it takes to build a business like the ones you just saw, that's exactly what I help women do inside the Business Building Boutique. Let's talk about your business: https://debbieshadid.com/schedule
This is real coaching, in real time, from coaches who each spent this past year building a business they're proud of.
Connect with the Coaches from Day One:
- Victoria Herczek, Body-Mind Wellbeing Coach: https://www.victoriaherczek.com
- Lani Bosker, High-Conflict Co-Parenting and Stepfamily Coach: http://reforgedintegrative.com
- Sol Garcia, Executive Function Consultant
- Monique Horb, Professional Organizer and Christian Life Coach: https://moniquehorb.com
• Dr. Michelle Alden, family and challenging-behaviors specialist: https://www.parentingchallengingkids.com
• Marcia Landon, helping women write their next chapter: https://www.marciaelandon.com
- Norma Rivera, Functional Health Practitioner: https://innovative-transformations.net
- Thais Glenn, Co-Host of Design Live Thrive and Private Practice Coach
Connect with me, Debbie Shadid:
- Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/
Debbie's Favorite Recording Setup:
- Logitech Full HD Webcam: https://amzn.to/4m2rRye
- Blue Yeti Podcast Microphone: https://amzn.to/4cfd4gc
- Office Lighting (no ring in glasses!): https://amzn.to/4rZ9hrZ
- Phone Tripod Stand (adjustable to 62"): https://amzn.to/40Y7WqB
- Descript for Video Editing: https://descript.cello.so/6xw4YgGx34a
Disclaimer: Some links above may be affiliate links. I only recommend products I personally use and love.
Tired of spinning in indecision about what to post, how to sell your coaching, or explain what you do? This is your moment!
Join me for a live edition of Fast Track + VIP coaching experiences where you'll get real-time feedback on your niche, offers, and marketing, plus the clarity and support you've been looking for.
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EP 382 - Why AI Is Actually the Best Thing to Happen to Your Coaching Business
2026/09/11
If you've been wondering whether AI is going to replace what you do as a coach, I watched something happen this week that changed how I think about that completely. It shifted my perspective to see how AI is actually the best thing to happen to your coaching business.
If you're new to my channel, my name is Debbie Shadid. I'm a Business Growth and Life Coach and the founder of the Business Building Boutique. For over two decades, I've helped women learn how to become coaches, get clients, grow their businesses, and create meaningful income doing work they love.
The gap in human connection isn't closing. It's growing every single day, and it can only become your business if you're decisive enough to keep showing up in it. The world needs what you have to offer.
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AI is actually the best thing to happen to your coaching business. Discover why this tech shift creates a massive opportunity.
Many coaches fear that automation will replace their work, but the reality is quite different. During the recent Design Live Thrive Summit, it became clear that AI for coaches is not shrinking the industry; it is actually widening the gap for human connection. This shift creates a massive opening for those ready to claim their space.
Building a boutique coaching practice requires you to lean into your unique value. By focusing on your specific audience and naming the problems they face, you stand out more effectively than ever. This approach ensures your coaching business remains relevant, personal, and highly impactful in an automated world.
Your coaching career depends on your ability to show up decisively. When you get specific about who you serve, you create a stronger business growth strategy that resonates with your ideal clients.
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Kel.Benton 2024/11/21
Debbie knows her stuff and tells it like it is!
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Simple, Actionable Advice for Growing Your Coaching Business
Debbie's podcast is a great resource for life coaches who want to attract paid clients and build a thriving business. Debbie has a practical, straight...
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The Coaching Missing Link!
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Incredibly Helpful!!!
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Carisa Peters 2024/02/16
Debbie overdelivers
In this current world it can often feel like you get less than you pay for. Sometimes the offer sounds great, but the execution does not match up.
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Don Maynard13 2023/04/06
Such great advice for female life coaches!
I love Debbie’s energy and her insight is spot-on. Every episode is so packed with value!
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OMG! BEST investment EVER!
Debbie is the biggest gift that has happened to my business. Not only smart, thoughtful, responsible and gracious, Debbie is relatable, charismatic an...
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Hire Debbie NOW!!!
If you are a listener to Debbie’s Business Building Boutique podcast, you already know how brilliant she is when it comes to helping you identify the ...
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“New Listener and Loving It!”
I have been receiving Debbie’s newsletters by email for months and always found it helpful in getting me to think about my beauty business which serve...
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Donna Aa 2020/12/05
Debbie is the master of successful wedding business
Debbie’s years of experience, amazing coaching and fun personality come shining through in this super valuable podcast.
In the wedding business? Liste...