123. The 4 Missing Ingredients That Separate Thriving Financial Coaches From Those Who Struggle

There's something missing in your coaching business, and it's probably not what you think.

You've got the big stuff figured out—your coaching skills, your programs, maybe even your marketing. But there are four smaller things that many coaches overlook, and without them, something always feels a little off.

These four missing pieces might seem small on the surface. You might even wonder if you really need them. But when they're not there, your business feels harder than it should be. Progress feels slower. You second-guess yourself more. And honestly, you're way more likely to just give up.

We see this happen all the time to coaches with really big dreams. They start out strong, but eventually get burnt out or stuck because they're trying to do everything alone. And far too often, they quit.

The thing is, there's actually research that shows when you have just one of these missing ingredients in place, your chance of achieving your goals jumps. That's not a typo. We're talking about a massive difference in your probability of success.

That's the power of having all the right ingredients in your business. Without them, every decision feels heavier. Every setback feels more personal. Even your wins don't feel as good because you don't have anyone to celebrate with.

But when you have all the pieces you need? You move faster. You aim higher. You bounce back faster. And you stop wasting so much time and energy second-guessing yourself.

The key ingredients we’re talking about on this week’s episode are the difference between you just thinking about your goals and keeping them to yourself, versus actually following through on the things that matter. They're what separate coaches who keep spinning their wheels from those who build thriving businesses.

Listen in as we share exactly what these four missing ingredients are, why they matter so much, and how you can get them in your business. Because honestly, you'll be so thankful you have them.

Links & Resources:

• Ultimate Growth Guide
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Key Takeaways:

• Your business might have all the obvious ingredients but still feel “off” because you’re missing some small pieces that you don’t realize yet are missing.
• Community isn't just networking, it's belonging. When you're surrounded by people who actually get what you're building, you stop second-guessing yourself so much.
• There’s a big difference in success rates when you keep goals to yourself versus have accountability with at least one other person.
• How many times has a client said, “The only reason I got this done is because I knew we had our meeting today”? You need that same external motivation for your business goals.
• Support comes in three forms: tactical (bounce ideas off someone), emotional (reminder you're not failing), and celebratory (someone to cheer your wins with).
• You can't gain the same insights trying to figure everything out alone. Expert guidance helps you avoid spending months wondering why leads aren't converting.
• Every decision feels heavier without these four ingredients, but when you have them, you move faster and aim higher.