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Let’s talk about the future of life coaching in 2026! Is there a bright future for this industry, and is there room for you to be a coach? Welcome back to this special episode of the Coach Pony Get Paid to Coach podcast where we cut through the noise and show you how to launch your coaching business fast. Listen to Christie from Coach Pony and Bobbi Palmer (founder of Date Like a Grownup) talk about the future of the coaching industry. To structure this conversation, they’re going to dig into the 2025 ICF Global Coaching Study to see some hard numbers about the coaching industry worldwide and then share their own insights based on their experience in the coaching industry. And, if you’ve missed the Get Paid to Coach podcast, get ready for the launch of our next season, LIVE on YouTube starting in January! Watch Christie and Bobbi on YouTube Live discussing the latest news, ideas, and topics from the coaching industry, and answering your questions live too! (And, episodes will also be available on your favorite podcast player as a recording if you aren’t able to join live.) Subscribe to the Coach Pony YouTube channel so you’ll see the latest videos from Christie! Listen to the full episode to hear about: The numbers from the latest ICF Global Coaching Study What we found surprising in the report, and what we had questions about How the coaching industry has evolved and become more mainstream Predictions for the future of the coaching industry in 2026, and what we think is changing (and what is staying the same!) What you should focus on next year, and what you should STOP doing as a newer coach To learn more about Bobbi Palmer: Date Like a Grownup Blog To learn more about Christie Mims: Coach Pony Build a Real Business Connect with Christie on Linkedin Resources:  2025 ICF Global Coaching Study 10X is Easier Than 2X by Dan Sullivan Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie Coach Pony YouTube channel

Community is one of the keys to lasting success in any coaching business. Our goal is to help you build a coaching business that not only supports your goals and lifestyle but also lasts for years to come. In this last episode of Season 7 of the podcast, Bobbi Palmer and I will share practical advice based on core principles that have allowed us to do just that.  Bobbi and I bring a wealth of experience to the table, with over 25 years in the coaching industry. We've built six and seven-figure programs, and we're here to share our insights with you.  So listen in for some wisdom from two coaches who’ve been there, done that, and built lasting, successful businesses of our own. Listen to the full episode to hear about: Why you need to focus on strategy and systems, not chasing trends or what other coaches are doing The five core strategic systems your business needs for long-term success Why it takes patience and willingness to dig in to gain traction in your business Why you need a community as a coach and business owner Tips for connecting with other coaches and building a community of support  To learn more about Bobbi Palmer: Date Like a Grownup To learn more about Christie Mims: Build a Real Business Coach Pony Linkedin

Coaching is a numbers game, and we want you to win it. But as coaches, we’re great at listening to our intuition but not so good at listening to the numbers. This is a big mistake that can lead to even bigger problems. Every business hits a few bumps, and coaching is no different. But before you try to fix an issue in your business based on a gut feeling, let’s get into the numbers. Welcome back to season seven of the Coach Pony podcast, where we are always focused on cutting through the noise and showing you how to launch your coaching business fast. Today, I want to talk about how knowing some key numbers in your business can help you diagnose and make smart decisions for the future. Plus, we’ve got a pit crew pep talk from Coach Pony favorite, Bobbi Palmer of Date Like a Grown Up on handling disappointment when something in your business just doesn’t work out. Listen to the full episode to hear about: How data can help you get to the real root cause of the problem in your coaching business What you can learn from numbers like website traffic and conversion rates on consults Why you should track how much time you’re really putting into your marketing To learn more about Bobbi Palmer: Date Like a Grownup To learn more about Christie Mims: Build a Real Business Coach Pony Linkedin Resources:  Coach Pony: How to Find a Niche You Love Coach Pony: What a Real Sales Call Sounds Like (And Why It Works!)

You’ve done your training, landed on a business model and a niche, developed an offer, and set your prices; now, how do you find clients? Let’s dig in! Welcome back to season seven of the Coach Pony podcast where cut through the noise and show you how to launch your coaching business fast. When marketing your coaching business, it's tempting to spread yourself thin across numerous platforms such as social media, YouTube, podcasts, and blogging. However, this approach can be ineffective and lead to wasted time. It's important to focus on strategies that work for your business. Today, I want to share some truths about marketing your business so that you don’t waste time spinning your wheels on a platform or strategy that doesn’t work for you and your business. And we’ve got another excellent pit crew pep talk from Bobbi Palmer, founder of Date Like a Grownup, on how putting yourself in your marketing helps your ideal clients find and connect with you. Listen to the full episode to hear about: Why doing all of the things and being on all of the platforms is not an effective strategy How focusing your marketing efforts preserves your energy in more ways than one How your skills, your personality, and your niche should influence what platforms you use Why doing less in a more focused, strategic way will connect you with more clients How to raise your profile by getting yourself in front of other people’s audiences To learn more about Bobbi Palmer: Date Like a Grownup To learn more about Christie Mims: Build a Real Business Coach Pony Linkedin Resources:  Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, James Clear Coach Pony: How to Find a Niche You Love