Mastering Coaching Skills

Mastering Coaching Skills

Author: Lindsay Dotzlaf Language: English Episodes: 100
There’s a gap between learning the theory of coaching and actually sitting with a client in a real, messy session. Mastering Coaching Skills lives in that space. Hosted by life coach Lindsay Dotzlaf, this podcast moves beyond certifications and coursework to focus on the practical, often unspoken, abilities that define great coaches. Lindsay draws from her own experiences to discuss how to navigate tricky client conversations, build genuine confidence, and apply techniques in ways that feel authentic. You’ll hear specific stories from the coaching room-what worked, what didn’t, and the nuanced decisions behind each session. It’s for coaches who are done just studying and are ready to deepen their craft through actionable reflection. Each episode feels like a candid mentorship chat, offering tangible advice you can use immediately. If you’re building a coaching practice in the business, entrepreneurship, or personal development fields, this podcast serves as a steady resource for honing the real-world skills that truly make a difference for your clients. Tune in for a thoughtful, grounded approach to professional growth that prioritizes practical mastery over more theory.
Episodes
252. The Hidden Cost of Success: Navigating the Vulnerability Tax [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:40
You know that feeling when you hit a milestone in your business and suddenly everything feels different? In this episode, I'm exploring what I call the "vulnerability tax" - the hidden cost of success that makes establis…
251. Why Self-Concept Work Can't Solve Your Coaching Problems [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:20
There's a common pattern I see with many coaches, especially when they hit a roadblock in their business. They dive into introspection and mindset work instead of asking, "How do I solve this?" But relying solely on self…
250. The Permission You Need to Evolve Your Coaching [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:37
My entire business is built on helping coaches find their own way of doing things. But the more coaches ask me for permission to do things their way, the more I realize just how many "rules" we've picked up along the way…
249. How to Sell with Authenticity with Justine Beauregard (Part 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:48
In this second part of my conversation with sales expert Justine Beauregard, we explore how to sell with authenticity. Justine, who helps scale businesses to as much as $300 million, shares more of her proven approach to…
247. Reimagine Your Perspective: Embrace the Mess [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:00
Have you ever felt frustrated because your coaching business isn't where you want it to be yet? In this episode, I'm sharing a story about the wildflower field behind my house that will transform how you approach growth.…
244. How to Access Your Genius as a Coach [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:11
What if the thing you're best at is the one you're overlooking because it feels too easy or too obvious? In this episode, I'm sharing a playful story about my two dogs (yes, really!) to help illustrate a powerful truth:…
243. What Would You Do If There Was No Right Way? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:01
What if the answer to most of your coaching questions isn't a strategy, but a mindset? In this replay, I'm sharing one of the most powerful responses I give inside my programs and masterminds - one that applies to countl…