Starting Strong | A Podcast for New Coaches

In this episode, we discuss one of the most foundational competencies in coaching: Maintaining Presence. Presence is more than listening. It’s the ability to be grounded, attuned, curious, and fully connected to the entire whole person. We discuss how presence deepens awareness, builds trust, and creates space for powerful insight. We also reference the iconic MoMA performance The Artist Is Present by Marina Abramović and Ulay as a powerful illustration of presence, stillness, and human connection, reminding us that silence itself can be one of the most profound invitations to awareness.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlf68X2qEpM
This episode is an invitation to slow down, soften certainty, and remember that some of the most impactful moments in coaching happen when we stay present.
If you’re committed to deepening your coaching practice and leading with intention, this conversation is for you.

In this episode of Starting Strong, we explore a topic at the very heart of meaningful leadership: service. When we show up, give back, and use our gifts for good, we fuel fulfillment, strengthen our communities, and reconnect with our purpose. We reflect on the responsibility we all carry to lift others, and how every act of service, big or small, creates a ripple effect of meaningful impact. 

In this episode, we explore one of the most inspirational journeys — transforming a passion for coaching into a thriving, successful business. You’ll uncover the three core pillars that create the foundation of a sustainable coaching practice.
In addition, we have something special to celebrate: Laurie Cozart has just been named one of the Top Coaches in America for 2025 - an incredibly well-deserved honor!
Get ready to feel inspired and empowered to take your next steps forward.
 

In this episode, we explore a core truth in coaching and leadership: structure gives the brain freedom. We explore how a clear, flexible framework isn’t limiting; it actually creates the safety and clarity needed for deeper exploration and breakthrough thinking. We discuss how structure is not a script, how co-designed agreements strengthen trust, and how the “Rule of Four” (topic, outcome, check-in, wrap-up) creates a consistent container for transformational conversations. We also discuss tools, assessments, and communication frameworks, and why great coaching, not the tool, should always lead the way. Coaches, this episode will enrich your understanding of how intentional structure drives courageous leadership, insight, and lasting change.

This episode is all about confidence in pricing. In this episode, we discuss practical pricing strategies, mindset shifts, and business foundations that help coaches set sustainable, aligned rates. If pricing has ever felt uncomfortable, this conversation is for you.
 

In this episode of Starting Strong: A Podcast for New Coaches, we explore how to move clients from focusing on the “what” they want to achieve toward uncovering the “who” they are becoming. We will discuss how aligning with identity, values, and purpose creates deeper transformation, resilience, and growth. This episode is perfect for you, new coaches, who want to bring more depth and impact to their coaching conversations.

In this episode, we delve into one of the most important initial steps in coaching: the chemistry or discovery call. How do you know when it’s a great fit — and what signs suggest it might not be? We’ll discuss what to listen for, how to create a connection from the start, and how to approach these conversations with confidence. Stay tuned as we unpack these questions and share insights to help you start strong in your coaching journey.

One of the biggest challenges new coaches face is knowing what to do when a client keeps talking. Do you interrupt? Do you let them continue? How do you best honor the client in the coaching conversation?
In this episode, we’ll explore strategies rooted in ICF competencies, including active listening, creating mutual safety, and slowing the pace to hold space for the client to process.

Real questions. Expert answers. Empowered coaching.
Starting Strong is a podcast designed for new coaches, answering real questions with insights from seasoned experts. Each episode provides practical strategies, inspiration, and guidance to help you succeed in your coaching journey.