Helping you make your business and life run easier. You thought being a female entrepreneur would give you the time you didn’t have in your corporate job. But now you find yourself not having enough time to get anything done. And you're in the habit of never switching off from your business. Plus you need to look after yourself? Yeah right! Learn the strategies you need to create better habits in your business that open up time and help you do the things you keep putting off. If you're ready ...
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Teaching you how to set up and run your coaching business, create more time and manage your mind. As a coach, your purpose is to teach others to take responsibility for their own minds. So they can create the life of their dreams. But isn’t that what you want as well? You’ve got a natural ability to hone in on the results your clients create. So it’s time to take responsibility for your mind and business so you’re changing the world one mind at a time. Gemma Lumicisi is a Fear Life Coach and ...
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Not your regular business podcast, Productivity! with Hollie examines and discusses productivity and lifestyle factors, and how the two pair together. Though there's a strong focus on female business owners, it's not just for women in business. Grab your dose of productivity every Monday morning, or whenever and wherever you listen to podcasts. Life's shit...sorted.
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It's with mixed emotions that we announce the final episode of the Freedom to Coach Podcast. In this special farewell episode (number 69, wink wink ), we reflect on the incredible journey we've shared with all of you. The inspiring coaches, the insightful conversations, and the amazing community we've built together.But wait. This isn't the end. It…
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Ep #68: How to Use AI and Still Sound Human
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Join us in this podcast with Chat GPT trainer Leanne Shelton to explore how AI can be a powerful tool for your business. Discover expert strategies for authentic content that resonates with your audience. Learn from real examples of misusing ChatGPT and how to avoid them to protect your coaching business's reputation.…
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Join Mikala as she delves into an inspiring conversation with our guest, Nicole Stewart.From the world of international equestrian competition, Nicole’s journey is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of authentic femininity in a world that often favours masculine traits.Amongst other things, Nicole shares some amazing insights on how…
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Join us as we discuss the paradox of choice in coaching.Discover how coaches can simplify potential clients' decision-making using a unique tactic. We also explore the tool for coaches to communicate their value and simplify the choice for clients seeking a coach. Don't overcomplicate your marketing. Discover how to make you, as the coach, a simple…
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Ep #65: Talking Email Marketing Law and Ethics
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Join Mikala and Gemma to learn the ins and outs of email marketing consent, rules and the GDPR. Plus, extra tips for clever email marketing in 2024. Tune in, and let's have some fun while navigating the world of marketing regulations. It’s going to be a blast.By Gemma Lumicisi & Mikala Grosse
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Ep #64: Hard Truth - It's Not About You...
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Are you tired of creating copy that misses the mark? It's time to shift your focus from yourself to your clients. Stop guessing what they want to hear and start asking the right questions.In this episode, you'll discover the ONE question to revolutionise your marketing strategy. By understanding your client's needs, you can create clever marketing …
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Episode #63: Passive vs Massive Marketing
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Are you feeling stuck in your marketing efforts? Marketing can be tricky. It needs patience and courage. Sticking to what feels familiar is easy, but that is holding you back. Tune into this episode to help you navigate the complex marketing world and discover what it takes to attract new clients. Discover the differences between passive and massiv…
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Episode #62: How to Solve Your Client's Problems
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Clever marketing solves problems. But, if you’re like many coaches, you’re solving problems that clients aren’t aware they have. Which means they won’t buy what you’re selling. Join Gemma and Mikala as they explore strategies to identify and understand your target audience's problems.So you can create marketing that truly resonates.…
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Ep #61: Comparisonitis - How to do it Well...
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Need to break free from the comparison trap?This episode is for you. If you’re like most coaches, you’re comparing what you do to what others do. This is totally normal.Guess what? Often, comparison is a good thing. Huh?!Tune into this episode to discover how comparison-itis can benefit your business.…
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Times are more challenging, so you cut your marketing.... Wrong.Join us as we explore why slashing your marketing budget during a financial squeeze isn't beneficial. This episode reveals the hidden benefits of maintaining your marketing efforts during challenging times. Discover how keeping up your marketing strategy can help you maintain brand awa…
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Unlock the power of content marketing, a vital key to success. Join Gemma and Mel Daniels in this captivating episode as they unravel the secrets of content marketing. Discover how to create compelling content that resonates with your audience effortlessly. Dive into strategic content planning and learn to measure your achievements precisely. Stay …
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Thinking about going back to full-time employment?But you’re worried about what it means for your coaching business.You know the thrill of leaving a day job to pursue your passions and start your business. However, society views it negatively when someone decides to leave their business to work for someone else.This stigma is fascinating.Join us in…
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Start, stop or continue? These three words are hot on the lips of coaches everywhere. As the coaching industry evolves and adapts to changes, so does your coaching business.What changes do you need to make to remain relevant and effective in helping your clients reach their full potential? In this episode, you'll learn how to evaluate your coaching…
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Unsure how to use analytics to your advantage? This episode is for you. You must have the right insights to gain an advantage today. Analytics are a powerful tool helping you understand customer behaviour, market trends, and other important information. By uncovering hidden patterns and trends, you can make smarter decisions that help your business…
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Email marketing isn't dead. In fact, it's the hottest marketing method to use right now. Want a free marketing method to nurture clients? Email is the answer. It can help you engage with clients, get new clients and reward loyalty. But most importantly? It works for you, and it can help you get new clients. Don't underrate the power of email market…
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Are you struggling with financial difficulties in your coaching business? You're not alone.Financial changes vary, and they’re not forever. It’s possible to make it through. In this episode, we give tips that you won’t want to miss. So you can get help to overcome these challenges.By Gemma Lumicisi & Mikala Grosse
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When times are tough, and you see fewer sales online, don’t let the power of old-school marketing methods fool you. Methods like attending events and meeting people, sending out snail mail, giving cool gifts to clients, and asking happy customers to spread the word. Old school (offline) marketing must always be in your marketing plan. And now, more…
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Using AI-powered copywriting can provide benefits, but it's essential to maintain a balance. In this episode, you’ll discover pointers to maximise the advantages while retaining your personal touch.By Gemma Lumicisi & Mikala Grosse
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Have you ever questioned your relationship with time? Our perception of time and productivity is heavily influenced by societal conditioning.Are you someone who often over-schedules yourself, engages in tasks you don't enjoy, and powers through exhaustion? If so, this episode is for you. Gemma and Chris Hale discuss intuitive scheduling and the imp…
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Guess what?It’s human nature to procrastinate. Phew! Want even better news? In this episode, you’ll discover how to use procrastination as an advantage in your business.Join Gemma and Dr. Christina Arnold and she shares the truth about procrastination.By Gemma Lumicisi & Mikala Grosse
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Are you worried about coming across as genuine on the internet? No need to fret. Your clients choose you for who you are as a person, not just as a coach. People prefer to buy from someone they can relate to and build a connection with. In this episode, you'll learn how to authentically present yourself online.So you can connect with people you wan…
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Being on top of your business finances is probably the clearest sign of all that you've reached financial adulthood. But for many, understanding how to plan, set goals and manage business money can be a scary and confusing minefield.In this episode, Mikala speaks with Fractional CFO, Carla Moats about why financial adulthood in business is so impor…
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As a coach, you understand the value of coaching and how it can positively impact our lives.However, it's also okay to choose not to be coached.Life can be unpredictable, and sometimes we may need more time to feel ready for coaching. It's important to remember that if we choose not to seek coaching, we should still actively work through any issues…
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In this episode, Gemma and Neurologist Dr Saher Rizvi discuss the topic of brain health. While we often consider physical and gut health and get our blood tested during doctor checkups, we may overlook the health of our brain. However, our brains play a critical role in our functioning. By tuning in, you'll gain insight into the significance of bra…
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Marketing is a marathon, not a sprint.... Excuse the metaphor, but it’s true. If you’re like most coaches, you’ll notice you put a LOT of time into your marketing with what feels like little return… Yet!It doesn't happen overnight, but it will happen. In this episode, you’ll discover how consistency and a well-planned strategy pay off.…
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Do you coach clients on topics that can be construed as shameful, embarrassing or icky?Sade Curry a Life and Relationships, openly shares content about what is considered the darker side of marriage and divorce - narcissism, toxic behaviours, emotional abuse and domestic violence.By Gemma Lumicisi & Mikala Grosse
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#43: Finding Your Footing as a Coach with Corinne Crabtree
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Are you struggling to figure out how to be a coach and run a business simultaneously?We get it. It’s not easy to do both, but the key is consistency. In this episode, hear from guest Corinne Crabtree with Gemma and Mikala about how to keep consistent and grow your coaching business.By Gemma Lumicisi & Mikala Grosse
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Do you want to work less and enjoy life more? But still, love and nourish your coaching business?You can have both. There’s a lot of talk in the coaching industry about making huge amounts of money, but what if that’s not your dream? It’s totally okay if it’s not. What’s also okay is you can have a successful business WHILE being semi-retired.…
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There are lots of different types of coaches, and lots of different types of coaching tools.But the magic happens when coaches find the right tools that compliment their training and result in beautiful, meaningful and engaging sessions for the client.In this episode Mikala chats with Pam Poole, a certified Life Coach who blends Equine Assisted Lea…
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Grief sucks. It’s a challenging emotion to feel and can completely cripple you. But if you’re like most coaches, you’ve still got your business to run. In this episode, you’ll discover tips on how to navigate grief while running your coaching business. So you can give yourself grace and space while still managing your business.…
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Are you truly following the purpose of your coaching business?You’re not alone If you’ve drifted away from your why. But now is the time to revisit what you want out of your business and life. In this episode, you’ll listen to a story about an entrepreneur and a fisherman, which helps solidify this concept.Don’t miss it.…
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Planning your business for 2023 is about keeping it simple. How do you do this? By knowing what it is you truly want. It’ll have you rethinking why and how you plan your business annually.By Gemma Lumicisi & Mikala Grosse
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Hate some of the tasks in your coaching business?It's normal to avoid various tasks in your business, but the reality is... you have to do them. In this episode, you'll learn how to make it easier to do the things you don't want to do. But need to get done.Discover forward-moving shit.... you'll feel crap doing it, but you'll feel worse if you don'…
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Listen to my new book in this special episode. You need to read Ready to Roll and learn how to... • Conquer your business fears • Transform self-doubt into notable results • Make an impressive marketing plan and stick to it • Stop hiding away from social media • Kick procrastination to the curb …
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Guess what? Your writing can be a jumbled mess if your thoughts aren't in order. Learn three easy steps to tidy up your writing so you can keep your clients engaged. Need help improving your writing skills? I help entrepreneurs like you with their copywriting. Want a FREE copy of my Ultimate Website Checklist? Click on the words below 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 ➡️ Ult…
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Ever felt like you do things in your business that feel yucky? You are NOT alone! In business, we do stuff because the “experts” tell us to and we think we should. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Building your coaching business should feel honest and true to you. Join coach Kristen King and Gemma in this episode and they discuss how to drop bei…
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Humans connect through emotions which means copy converts through emotional writing. Listen now to discover how to use emotions to connect with more people, capture their attention and transform your copywriting. Need help learning how to write better copy? I’m The Copywriting Coach For Entrepreneurs Want a FREE copy of my Ultimate Website Checklis…
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Dropping perfection in your business is critical to its success. Listen now to discover why trying to be perfect stops you from growing your business. Need help learning how to write better copy? I’m The Copywriting Coach For Entrepreneurs Want a FREE copy of my Ultimate Website Checklist? HIt the words below 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 ➡️ Ultimate Website Checklist…
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If you avoid creating an ideal client avatar, then listen up! You risk connecting with your ideal clients if you’re not clear on who you're speaking to in your marketing message. In this episode, join Mikala and Gemma as they chat about how beneficial it is to create a perfect client avatar and how detrimental it is if you don’t.Get actionable and …
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Writing copy that sounds like you is critical for connecting with your clients. Discover three simple steps to write copy that sounds like you're speaking. Listen to episode 49 of The Contently Driven Podcast. Need help learning how to write better copy? I’m The Copywriting Coach For Entrepreneurs Want a FREE copy of my Ultimate Website Checklist? …
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Want to improve your teaching? As coaches, teaching is a part of our profession which means improving the skill improves your coaching skills. In this episode, join teacher mindset coach Ashley Wolfe as Gemma and discuss the difference between coaching and teaching. Discover tips on improving teaching in your coaching practice that you can implemen…
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Writing copy that sounds like you is critical for connecting with your clients. Discover three simple steps to write copy that sounds like you're speaking. Listen to episode 48 of The Contently Driven Podcast. Need help learning how to write better copy? I’m The Copywriting Coach For Entrepreneurs Want a FREE copy of my Ultimate Website Checklist? …
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If you’re an entrepreneur who thinks about business first and food last, you’re not alone. But eating healthy is the fuel for your mind and body, which helps your business flow throughout the day. If you’re struggling to eat healthily and run your coaching business, this is the episode for you.By Gemma Lumicisi & Mikala Grosse
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Marketing is a giant beast that comprises various parts, but it's the most necessary part of your business. Discover market research, why you need it and what it does to level up your business and be the base of your copywriting. Listen to episode 46 of The Contently Driven Podcast. Need help learning how to write better copy? I’m The Copywriting C…
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Research is a crucial and ongoing part of running a business to reevaluate your market and the habits of your target audience. But it doesn’t have to be complex and take you forever. In this episode, you’ll learn about the 7 P's of marketing to help keep your business relevant, competitive and exceptional. Listen to episode 46 of The Contently Driv…
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Feeling like you’re stuck in your business? It's common for entrepreneurs to feel stagnant but avoiding and not taking action means you risk never growing your business. If you can’t tap into your courage to start, this is the episode for you.Join Igor Vilusic and Gemma as they discuss being courageous and why you avoid courageous action.…
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Discover the five stages of the consumer decision-making process. Once you understand each stage of the buying process, it helps you create content to reflect it. So you can grab your ideal clients in each stage of their decision to buy from you. In this episode, you'll discover a simple strategy for your business. Listen to episode 44 of The Conte…
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In this episode, you’ll discover consumer behaviour, so you understand the emotions that drive your clients buying decisions. Knowing this means you can understand how and why your clients are buying. Listen to episode 45 of The Contently Driven Podcast. Need help learning how to write better copy? I’m The Copywriting Coach For Entrepreneurs Want a…
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How much information are you consuming for your business?We love learning, but if you overdo it, your business will suffer.Running a business means creating your goals, and over-learning and consuming doesn’t move you forward. If you’re ready to take action steps in your coaching business to achieve your dreams, this is the episode for you.…
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If you’re like most entrepreneurs, the word strategy makes you want to run away. The word strategy sounds overwhelming, but you must stay on track when growing your business. In this episode, you'll discover a simple strategy for your business. Listen to episode 43 of The Contently Driven Podcast. Need help learning how to write better copy? I’m Th…
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