Encouraging the Encouragers
From a “bad-fit” job to being a “Well-Paid Encourager.” Mitch Matthews went from being a frustrated pharmaceuticals sales rep to having a top-rated podcast and selling seven figures in life coaching and motivational speaking. If you’re a coach, speaker or content creator… Mitch wants to help you! With this podcast… he’ll be sharing updates from the journey. Each short episode will provide useful business-building strategies and real-world stories that will keep YOU encouraged and help you to become the “Well-Paid Encourager” you deserve to be! #letsdothis #helovesjesusbutcussesabit
Episodes
Hey hey Encourager!
🎙️ In this soul-fueled episode, Mitch takes a fresh approach—unscripted and straight from the heart. He shares what it looks like to Follow the Flow in your coaching, content creation, and business… especially when life gets busy and burnout looms.
🔥 You'll hear:
Why one of Mitch’s BEST coaching calls had nothing to do with what the client originally hired him for (and why that’s a GOOD thing).
What it me...
In this jam-packed episode of Encouraging the Encouragers, Mitch sits down with Eric Balance—host of the Resilient Minds podcast and founder of Balance Media Ventures.
Eric shares his personal journey from breaking free of a "bad fit" corporate experience to build a coaching business with global impact.
Together, they dive into:
Why Eric left success in the corporate world to pursue a life and business with more fulfil...
In this powerhouse Jam Session, Mitch Matthews sits down with Chris Grainger — engineer turned content juggernaut and founder of The Lion Within Us, a top-tier podcast and community equipping Christian men to lead with purpose.
Chris shares how he transitioned from corporate podcasting to creating over 500 episodes that inspire, challenge, and equip Christian men in their roles at home, at work, and in their faith.
From interviewing...
In this fun be strategy-packed episode, Mitch Matthews shares a powerful story from a recent coaching session with a member of his Foundations program. The conversation dives deep into the emotions that come with launching a coaching business—from excitement to fear—and the importance of honoring those feelings.
Mitch introduces the concept of a “tether” to your future: a simple but meaningful step you can take today to stay connec...
In this Encourager Jam Session, Mitch Matthews sits down with Loren Greiff, an executive career strategist and founder of Portfolio Rocket. Loren shares how a major career pivot turned into her mission to empower professionals over 40 to not just land jobs, but truly own their careers. From calling out ageism to embracing personal branding and integrity, Loren drops a masterclass on knowing your ideal client and leading with authen...
In this episode, Mitch dives into the powerful potential of group coaching—what it is, who it’s for, and how it can elevate your coaching business.
Whether you’re new to the game or looking to scale, Mitch walks through real-world examples, pricing strategies, and how group coaching can help you deliver more value while protecting the integrity of your 1:1 services.
Plus, find out ONE KEY INDICATOR that group coaching might be the ...
Back by popular demand... Mitch Matthews is delivering a special prayer episode!
In this heartfelt and hope-filled session... Mitch prays for and with you—the Encourager—the Coach, the Speaker and/or the Content Creator.
Whether prayer is your go-to or you're just curious... this episode is designed to strengthen your spirit and your foundation.
Drawing quick inspiration from one of Jesus’ timeless teachings... Mitch prays for ...
In this episode of Encouraging the Encouragers, Mitch Matthews tackles a real-world question from a brand-new speaker: "Do I need to start a whole new social media account to grow my speaking business?"
Mitch shares heartfelt advice, practical tips, and real talk about transitioning your personal social media into a powerful platform for your business.
Learn why consistency, authenticity, and strategy matter more than ...
In this powerful jam session, Mitch Matthews sits down with entrepreneur, podcaster, and encourager Erik Allen—a man who went from rock bottom to the top 1.5% of podcasts globally!
Erik opens up about his journey through addiction, jail, and bankruptcy, and how he turned it all around to become a thriving family man, media entrepreneur and Encourager!
You’ll hear how Erik’s booking strategy that's landed him interviews with name...
Mitch is excited to welcome YOU to the first-ever Jam Session episode of Encouraging the Encouragers! 🎉
Jam Sessions are a new kind of episode where Mitch brings on trusted, successful Encouragers — Coaches, Speakers, and Content Creators — for real conversations about what’s working in their businesses right now, and what they’re working on taking to the next level.
You’ll get to hear... not just the highlights.... but the heart, t...
Feeling overwhelmed or burnt out by social media? You’re not alone—and this episode is for you.
Mitch Matthews introduces the Lighthouse Post strategy, a simple but powerful way to build trust, connection, and consistency without burning out.
Learn how one high-value post per week can help you refocus your energy, reduce stress, and engage your audience more effectively. Whether you're a Coach, Speaker, or entrepreneur, this strate...
Hey Encouragers! In this episode... Mitch dives into a critical mindset shift for anyone building their coaching or speaking business: resist the urge to make big decisions based on "small data."
🚫 Ever feel like your content suddenly stops getting likes or comments?
📉 Worried your engagement is dropping and it’s time to change everything?
💡 Mitch shares why now’s not the time to panic—and why lurking followers (t...
In this episode, Mitch Matthews tackles a powerful question from a fellow Encouraging the Encouragers listener:
“I'm excited! I've just sold my first big keynote... but I'm nervous about remembering all of it! What are your tips for remembering it all?”
Whether you're prepping for your first paid keynote or looking to feel more at ease on stage, Mitch shares 4 proven strategies to help you deliver your talk with cla...
In this mentor session of Encouraging the Encouragers, we tackle a challenge many Coaches, Consultants, and Speakers face—transitioning from a corporate or team environment to the sometimes isolating world of entrepreneurship.
Our guest Howard, asks an important question: How do you replace the camaraderie and thought partnerships of a traditional workplace when you're working for yourself?
Mitch shares one of his most powerful ...
Hey, hey, Encourager! In this special Encouraging the Encouragers Mentor Session, we dive into a website review with a successful artist looking to integrate coaching into her already thriving art business.
If you’ve ever wondered how to structure your website for coaching, make it easy to navigate, and attract the right clients... THIS episode is packed with insights!
We cover:
✅ How to make your website work for a visitor with ...
In this episode of Encouraging the Encouragers, Mitch tackles imposter syndrome—but with a twist!
Instead of seeing it as a setback, he reframes it as "The Winner’s Syndrome"—a sign that you’re stepping up, growing, and taking things to the next level.
He shares real-world coaching insights, brain science, and three powerful strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and confidently own your message. Whether you're a speaker, coach, o...
In this episode of Encouraging the Encouragers, host Mitch Matthews answers a great question from a listener Rob -- a passionate presenter who dreams of becoming a highly paid speaker. Rob feels like he’s hitting a wall with audiences—where people seem to like his ideas, but he’s unsure if they truly get them or if they’ll implement them.
Mitch dives into a powerful concept called the "Intellectual Immune System"—the natur...
Hey Encourager! Welcome back to Encouraging the Encouragers with Mitch Matthews. In today’s Philosophy Friday episode, we’re diving into a single, powerful word: love.
💡 The Challenge of Staying Encouraged – How social media and news outlets thrive on negativity and how it can wear us down.
🧠 The Brain Science Behind It – Why our brains are wired to focus on anger and fear, and how that impacts our daily mindset.
❤️ Why Love...
In this powerful episode, Mitch dives into the importance of a specific prayer for coaches, speakers, and content creators.
Whether prayer is a big part of your life or not... this discussion offers valuable insights into staying focused, motivated, and encouraged.
Plus, Mitch shares a personal story about an early business “mistake” and how prayer helped him reframe it as a stepping stone to success.
He also introduces one of the 1...
In this episode, Mitch Matthews dives into a common question from coaches: Should you reward referrals with money or gifts?
Drawing insights from Dan Pink’s book Drive, Mitch explains why offering monetary rewards for referrals can actually decrease motivation.
Instead, he shares a powerful and effective strategy that has helped him build a referral-based coaching business—one that feels authentic and beneficial for everyone involv...
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