Coaching Business Spotlight - A Big Conversation of Soul and Strategy

Coaching Business Spotlight - A Big Conversation of Soul and Strategy

Welcome to Coaching Business Spotlight, the podcast that combines the excitement of a fun and inspiring conversation with the practicality of proven business strategies. If you're a coach looking to not only elevate your business but also nurture your own personal growth, you're in the right place. Hosted by Kat Knecht, a successful coach and author of the best-selling book "Evolve Your Coaching Business," this podcast is your go-to source for insightful discussions, enlightening stories, and actionable tips that will help you flourish in the coaching industry.

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July 17, 2025 34 mins

In this insightful episode of the summer “Back to Basics” series, Kat welcomes Charlie Jett—veteran coach, Harvard MBA, and submarine-force officer turned business strategist. Together, they tackle a persistent myth in the coaching world: that once you’re certified, clients will come calling. Spoiler alert—they won’t.

Kat and Charlie break down the practical realities of building a coaching business, focusing on what truly...

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In this episode, Kat kicks off her summer series, “Back to the Basics,” by diving into a foundational principle from her "Evolve Your Coaching Business" course—the 75/25 rule. She shares how this simple mindset shift can help coaches stay empowered, take ownership, and stay out of victim mode when building their businesses. Drawing inspiration from music and personal stories, Kat weaves together coaching insight, business...

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In this heartfelt episode, Kat Knecht explores the power and evolution of dreaming—personally and professionally—as a coach. Inspired by a birthday gathering with her Alchemy Circle and a thought-provoking question about living her “wildest dream,” Kat reflects on the dreams that have come true in her life, from building her coaching business to creating a joyful and fulfilling life aligned with her values.

Kat invites lis...

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In this insightful solo episode, Kat Knecht continues her spring series, “Cleaning Out the Closet of Your Business,” by diving deep into the often-overlooked relationship between time management and energy alignment. Drawing inspiration from the ancient yin and yang philosophy, Kat explores how balancing intuitive, feminine energy with goal-driven, masculine energy can create a more spacious, effective, and soul-aligned approach to...

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In this insightful episode, Kat Knecht shares a powerful metaphor that has shaped both her personal and professional growth: cleaning out the closet—specifically, the “business closet.” Kat kicks off a new, more community-centered direction for the podcast by sharing a foundational story from her book "Evolve Your Coaching Business," one that sparked a major turning point in her coaching journey.

Listeners are gu...

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In this insightful episode, Kat dives into one of the most underestimated yet powerful tools in your coaching business toolkit: your mindset. Building on her recent annual marketing workshop, Kat shares how tangled thinking is often the biggest barrier coaches face—not a lack of skill or knowledge. She explains how untangling your thoughts can help you get clear on what you want and unlock aligned action, whether you're tackli...

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In this insightful episode, Kat is joined by her husband and business partner, Curtis, to unpack one of the foundational concepts in their Soul Driven Success Business Academy: the Four Stages of a Coaching Business. Together, they dive deep into how understanding these stages can create more ease, confidence, and traction in your business journey. Kat reflects on how this framework has not only shaped her own evolution but has als...

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In this episode, Kat Knecht dives deep into one of her favorite topics: marketing your coaching business. With a blend of wisdom, storytelling, and real talk, Kat explores how coaches can market authentically—balancing the powerful promise of transformation with the reality that real growth takes time and effort.

Plus, Kat introduces her free “Activate Your Marketing” workshop and 21-Day Challenge, inviting listeners to fo...

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Success in your coaching business isn’t just about having a vision—it’s about creating processes that make that vision a reality. In this episode, Kat Knecht dives deep into how processes keep your coaching business moving forward. Drawing from personal experiences, including a life-changing lesson from relationship expert Harville Hendrix, Kat explores why it’s not the problem, it’s the process that matters. She shares insights on...

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Success isn’t just about external achievements; it’s about aligning with your deepest desires and navigating the inevitable challenges that come with growth.

Today’s episode is all about fear — why it arises when we go after our dreams, how to recognize when it’s holding us back, and how to shift from fear-based paralysis to empowered action. Kat shares personal stories, insights, and practical strategies to help you break...

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In this episode of the Coaching Business Spotlight Show, host Kat Knecht is joined by her husband and business partner Curtis Knecht as they explore the balance between playing the long game and implementing a short-term plan in your coaching business. They discuss the importance of having a vision while staying adaptable to change. Kat shares her journey of building a thriving coaching career, emphasizing the need to stay committe...

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In this episode of the Coaching Business Spotlight, we dive deep into what it means to navigate the realities of running a coaching business when "life happens." Host, Kat Knecht, reflects on personal stories and professional lessons learned the hard way, offering actionable strategies to keep your coaching business thriving amid unexpected challenges. From creative planning techniques to staying connected with your goals...

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In this inspiring episode of the Coaching Business Spotlight Show, host Kat Knecht explores the transformative power of visioning and the role it plays in personal and professional growth. Drawing from personal anecdotes, she illustrates how creating a vision can act as a guiding light, providing clarity, motivation, and alignment with one’s deeper values and desires. Kat shares her own journey of manifesting her dream home and hig...

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In this second installment of their Visioning series, Kat and Curtis Knecht guide listeners through creating powerful intentions and goals for the new year. Building on the "Year in Review" exercise from the previous episode, they share actionable steps for designing a vision that is both inspiring and achievable. This episode emphasizes blending soulful imagination with practical goal-setting strategies to lay the founda...

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In this episode, host Kat Knecht is joined by her husband and business partner, Curtis Knecht, as they explore the art and power of visioning. In the first part of a three-part series, they share insights from over two decades of honing their visioning process. They delve into the balance between dreaming big and creating actionable, fulfilling goals while addressing common misconceptions about visioning.

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In this episode of The Coaching Business Spotlight Show, host Kat Knecht dives into the essential yet often overlooked aspect of building a successful coaching business: mindset. Kat discusses how maintaining a soul-driven approach can guide coaches through the challenges of promoting their services while staying true to their authentic selves. Through a demonstration of her unique Soul Search Process, Kat helps her guest, seasoned...

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In this episode of The Coaching Business Spotlight, Kat and Curtis Knecht dive into the story-driven approach to building a successful coaching business. This fall series focuses on the journeys of the Soul Driven Success community, with each episode exploring the origin stories and values that drive their coaching businesses. This episode brings a special twist, as Kat is joined by her business partner and life partner, Curtis. To...

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In this episode, Kat Knecht takes a deep dive into the often perplexing world of money in the coaching business. Sharing her own entrepreneurial journey, she emphasizes the importance of balancing both strategy and passion. She illustrates the value of creativity, adaptability, and finding the right niche to make a coaching career financially successful.

Kat provides a thorough examination of the financial questions that b...

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In this episode, host Kat Knecht sits down with Todd Karges, a seasoned coach with a background in corporate leadership and a passion for transformational coaching. They explore the importance of storytelling in the coaching profession, emphasizing how sharing personal, vulnerable stories can create authentic connections with clients. Todd shares insights from his coaching journey, highlighting how telling the hard truths—about bot...

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In this episode of the Coaching Business Spotlight Fall series, host Kat Knecht kicks off a discussion on the essential role of storytelling and personal experiences in coaching. She is joined by Arjan Makar, a life and relationship coach, who shares her transformative journey after unexpectedly losing a partner. Together, they explore how relationship coaching not only aids in healing but also fosters personal growth. Through thei...

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