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
221. A Coach's Breakthrough to Emotional Wealth with Kirsty Knight [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:45
In this episode, I have a powerful conversation with my client and colleague Kirsty Knight about her journey through a challenging year and how she came out the other side stronger than ever. Kirsty shares openly about t…
219. Quarterly Planning for Coaches: Supercharge Your Progress in 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:40
In this episode, I share a powerful strategy for planning your coaching business in quarterly sprints. By dedicating each quarter to a specific project or focus area, you can make steady progress without getting bogged d…
218. 6 Questions to Ask in Your Year-End Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:45
I have a simple yet powerful exercise you can use to reflect on your coaching business over the past 12 months. Whether you're feeling on top of the world or like you've been struggling through the muck, this process wil…
217. How to Prepare Your Coaching Business for Extended Time Off [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:51
Get ready to embrace the power of taking time off! I share my experience with completely closing my business for two weeks every year during the holidays. But you can use what I discuss today at any time of year. While i…
215. Creating a VIP Coaching Day with Angela Jowers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:16
Angela Jowers is a general life coach, and you know I love a general life coach. Her clients are high-achieving women in midlife from all walks of life who are stressed out and overwhelmed. She's also a program manager f…
213. How Coaching Made Me a Better Parent, Partner, and Business Owner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:11
In this episode, I share my top 10 reasons I'm grateful for coaching. These range from major mindset shifts to specific examples of how coaching has transformed my parenting, relationships, and business. I hope this insp…