Unlocking Potential: Craig Drake’s Coaching Journey | The Coach Trap Podcast
In this episode of The Coach Trap, hosts Greg Styan and Dan Williams sit down with Craig Drake, a seasoned coach with over 20 years of management and leadership experience. Craig opens up about his journey of overcoming limiting beliefs, his passion for helping others unlock their potential, and the lessons behind his upcoming course at Audopia.
The conversation dives deep into the challenges coaches face in marketing, the importance of defining your target audience, and how vulnerability and storytelling can build authentic trust with clients. Craig also highlights why journaling and self-awareness are vital tools for personal development and shares practical tips for consistency in content creation, accountability, and balancing time between clients and marketing.
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📘 Learn more about Craig’s course: audopia.co.uk
🔑 Key Takeaways:
Over 20 years of management and leadership experience
Overcoming limiting beliefs through self-awareness and action
Why targeting a specific audience is crucial for success
The power of vulnerability and storytelling in coaching
Journaling as a tool for growth and clarity
Consistency in content creation and marketing strategies
The importance of accountability for coaches
🎧 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to Craig Drake and His Journey
01:45 – Understanding Limiting Beliefs
03:35 – Target Audience and Niche Marketing
06:45 – The Importance of Specific Targeting
09:52 – Personal Stories and Vulnerability in Coaching
12:37 – Building Trust Through Storytelling
14:34 – Content Creation and Marketing Strategies
19:21 – Metrics for Success in Coaching
22:32 – Takeaways from Craig’s Course
25:00 – Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
#Coaching #LimitingBeliefs #PersonalDevelopment #MarketingStrategies #TargetAudience #Vulnerability #Storytelling #ContentCreation #Leadership #SelfAwareness
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