Discover the First Step to Create a Thriving Business Around Your Life (and Not the Other Way Around)
Being successful is the dream of every aspiring coach…
After all, no one starts a business hoping to be broke, burned out, or struggling!
But what exactly does “being successful” even mean?
How do you define “business success” for your coaching business?
When we think of what success looks like, we usually picture the glossy, curated images on social media: luxurious travel, massive follower counts, impressive revenue milestones, and speaking on prestigious stages around the world.
The thing is, if you’re not careful, these generic ideas hide a trap most people aren’t aware of…
Chasing someone else’s version of success can leave you feeling empty, overworked, or even stuck in a career that doesn’t light you up.
So let me ask you—have you ever stopped to explore what success actually means to you?
Defining exactly what success looks like for you is the foundation you need to create your life by design – the blueprint you can use to build a coaching business that thrives financially AND also aligns with your purpose and vision. It’s the secret behind every successful coach.
Let’s explore why your personal definition matters, how to create one, and how it can guide you to create a vision-driven, abundant coaching business.
Why Most Beginner Coaches Get Goal-Setting Wrong
“How do you define success?” is a powerful, foundational question, but most coaches don’t start there. Instead, most new coaches dive into their business with a single focus: hitting a specific income goal.
They’re pushing for a specific milestone, like $10,000 a month, and before they know it, they’re working long into the night, cramming as many tasks as they can into the day to get there: content creation, client sessions, checking emails…
Until one day they realize that the time freedom they wanted from their business is nowhere to be found. Deep inside, they may even resent their business a little.
The good news is that this doesn’t have to be your story.
While creating financial stability is important, revenue alone isn’t a complete measure of success – and this narrow focus often leads to burnout.
Why? Because it overlooks the other, equally-important aspects of personal and professional well-being and abundance.
To help you understand this even more, let me tell you about two coaches– Michelle and David.
Michelle’s vision of career success includes becoming a sought-after speaker at live events. She feels energized and aligned when she’s on stage, sharing her story and connecting directly with her audience.
David, on the other hand, longs for work-life balance so he can spend time with his young children. His dream is to scale his business through pre-recorded programs that provide passive income.
If Michelle tried to chase David’s goals, or vice versa, they’d both feel frustrated and unfulfilled—no matter how much money they made.
That’s why defining your own roadmap to success ensures that your goals resonate with your unique priorities and lifestyle.
Why You Need Your Own, Unique Vision of Success
When you define career success on your own terms, you unlock powerful benefits, including:
1. Clarity: Knowing what success looks like for you keeps you focused and prevents you from falling into the trap of “shiny object syndrome” – distractions from new, but irrelevant, opportunities.
2. Alignment: A clear vision allows you to build a business that aligns with your values, avoiding burnout and resentment.
3. Motivation: Working toward a vision that excites and energizes you will keep you inspired, even when challenges arise.
4. Confidence: When you know your path, you stop comparing yourself to others and trust that you’re exactly where you need to be.
5. Fulfillment: Success becomes more than a paycheck; it’s a deep sense of purpose, personal growth, and impact.
Now that you know how critical it is to stay true to what really matters to you to feel fulfilled, let’s dive in…
How Do YOU Define Success?
If you’re wondering if you really can “have it all”… the answer is YES!
Learning how to define your own path starts with understanding the different components of full-spectrum success.
Success is multidimensional and encompasses every single area of your life. True success includes:
1. Time Freedom & Work-Life Balance
Do you want a business that allows you to take Fridays off to hike in nature or to never miss your daughter’s swimming practice? Work life balance ensures that your business supports your personal life, not the other way around.
2. Money Freedom & Financial Stability
Financial stability is about more than paying the bills. It’s about creating a safety net, funding your dreams, and having the freedom to make decisions without fear.
3. Healthy, Fulfilling Relationships
The most successful version of your life is supported by and enjoyed with people you love. No matter what types of relationships light you up, your success can foster your ability to connect. Whether you’d love to meet your soulmate, be part of a vibrant community, or have even better friendships, you deserve it all!
4. Vibrant Health & Well-Being
If you make millions of dollars, but sacrifice your health to do so, are you truly successful? Be sure your vision of success includes enjoying the success you create with vibrant living, self-care, and experiences you love.
3. The Positive Impact You’d Love
How do you want to make a positive impact on the world? Who are you most thrilled to work with? Whether it’s helping clients achieve transformational breakthroughs or contributing to causes you care about, the legacy you leave matters.
4. Personal Growth & Fulfillment
A truly successful business also supports your personal and professional development. Are you learning, evolving, and feeling fulfilled as you move forward on your career path?
Take some time to reflect on these elements and set goals that align with what matters most to you.
When you’re clear on your vision, you can build a business that feels like an extension of your soul.
Next Steps to Achieve Your Own Full-Spectrum Success
1. Create a Vision of Success
Your first step is to paint a vivid picture of what success looks like for you.
What does your ideal day look like? How are you spending your time? Who are you serving, and how does your business make you feel? Write your vision down, include all of the elements of success above, and make it as detailed as possible. This vision will serve as your North Star.
2. Cultivate Your Mindset
Your outer world reflects your inner world. To achieve success, you must believe it’s possible. That’s where building a successful coach mindset comes in.
Practice gratitude, affirmations, and visualization to align your energy with abundance. Release fears like “the market is oversaturated” or “I’m not good enough.” These thoughts only hold you back from your potential.
If you’d love additional success mindset strategies, click here.
3. Tap Into the Frequency of Abundance
As a transformational coach, you know the importance of tuning into the energy you want to attract. Start embodying your version of career success. Show up on social media, speak confidently, and trust that opportunities will align with your efforts.
Turn Your Vision into Reality
Now that you’ve explored how to define success for yourself, you may be wondering where to begin…
And I have the perfect invitation to help you make it happen.
The Life Coach Accelerator 5-Day Challenge is designed to help you create a vision-driven, step-by-step plan to make your coaching success a reality.
This immersive experience will empower you with everything you need to build a successful business that aligns with your purpose – from transformative coaching techniques to our proven system to attract clients with confidence, and a step-by-step roadmap to generate unlimited income.
If you’re ready to step into your calling and create a life of financial success, freedom, and impact…
Join the FREE 5-Day Life Coach Accelerator Challenge
Your vision of success is waiting for you. Let’s make it happen together!
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