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For heart centred Health, Life and Spiritual Coaches who are ready to grow a coaching business that works! Join Business Mentor, Online Course Creator and Award Winning Blogger, Laura Agar as she shares tips, strategies, inspiration and ideas for building a coaching business you love. Laura has been running her online coaching business for almost a decade and is especially interested in how creative, multi passionate humans can show up in their online coaching businesses without losing themselves in the process. If you're a health coach, life coach or any other kind of coach this podcast is for you! Find out more at https://wholeheartedlylaura.com/ Follow Laura at https://www.instagram.com/wholeheartedlylaura/

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September 7, 2026Episode 23717 min

Ep 237: What to Build First When You Can't Build It All

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! Secure your space in the Steady Masterclass here If you’re feeling overwhelmed, de-motivated and unsure how to kick start your coaching business growth - especially as we head into September then this episode of the podcast is for you. In this week's episode I'm breaking down exactly what to let go of, how to honestly audit where you're at right now, and the order to build things in so you stop scattering your energy across twelve half-finished projects. Tune in to learn: Why shiny object syndrome is keeping you overwhelmed, and what to let go of first The honest reason I tell most highly sensitive coaches to step away from social media A seven area quick fire audit to find out where your focus actually needs to go The exact order to build in if you're a newer coach (and it's only three things) What shifts when you're more established and already have steady 1:1 clients Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: The Steady Masterclass Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura The Searchable Show Method If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

August 31, 2026Episode 23614 min

Ep 236: Where My Coaching Client Enquiries Actually Came From Last Year

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you're a health or life coach, chances are there's a question sitting in the back of your mind most days: where on earth do I actually find clients? And the usual answer is post more, network more, DM more. Which, if you're highly sensitive, feels absolutely awful. So I tracked it. Every single client enquiry over the last 12 months, with an actual spreadsheet and percentages. In this week's episode I'm sharing the full breakdown, including the bit that surprised me and the bit that didn't surprise me at all. Tune in to learn: The percentage breakdown of where my client enquiries came from over the last 12 months Why not a single client came from posting on Instagram, Facebook or sliding into DMs The two platforms doing almost all of the heavy lifting, and why they suit sensitive coaches so well How people are quietly starting to find me through ChatGPT and AI search Where paid ads fit alongside organic content, honestly and without the hype What a spontaneous client enquiry is, and why it's the thing to build towards Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura Why I changed from Health Coach to Business Mentor Get more clients without the hustle: Spontaneous Client Inquiries If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

August 24, 2026Episode 23514 min

Ep 235: What Happens to Your Coaching Business the Fortnight You Disappear?

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you stepped away from your coaching business for two weeks, what would still be working when you came back? For a lot of heart-led and highly sensitive coaches the honest answer is nothing, and coming back always feels like starting from zero. That's not a discipline problem, it's a design problem. In this week's episode I walk you through building a steady marketing plan that works when you can't. We map your capacity into three tiers and sort out exactly which marketing activities belong in each one, so your business keeps bringing people in even during your lowest weeks. Tune in to learn: How to map your capacity into three tiers, and what each tier is actually for The marketing that keeps working when you're not working, and why it compounds Why social media, DMs and networking belong in your highest capacity weeks and not your normal ones What to have running in the background so you never come back from a break at zero Grab the free workbook that accompanies this episode to map your own three tiers. Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: The free capacity workbook How to Grow Your Coaching Business When You Can’t Be Consistent Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more. Apple Podcasts / Spotify

August 17, 2026Episode 23416 min

Ep 234: Why "Just Be Consistent" Is Terrible Advice for Sensitive Coaches

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! Ever told yourself you just need to be more consistent to get better results in your coaching business? If you're heart-centred, highly sensitive or neurodivergent, that advice might be setting you up to fail. In this week's episode, Laura unpacks why consistency is so hard for sensitive coaches, and what to focus on instead so your business can thrive no matter what season of life you're in. Tune in to learn: Why "being consistent" is genuinely harder if you're heart-centred, highly sensitive or neurodivergent The real difference between being consistent and having a consistent business Why sustainability, not consistency, should be your focus How your business model can make or break your ability to show up What a truly steady coaching business actually feels like Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode . Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura How I Use AI to Run a Calmer Coaching Business (Without the Ick) If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌷 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

July 27, 2026Episode 23320 min

Ep 233: I Read a Coach's £100k Instagram Ad So You Don't Have To

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! Ever scrolled past an ad promising you can make multiple six figures as a coach and wondered if it's actually true? I did too, and it wound me up enough to screenshot the whole thing and break it down for you. In this week's episode I go slide by slide through a real Instagram ad from a coach claiming huge income growth in a matter of months, and we look honestly at what's realistic, what's misleading, and where the ethical lines sit in coaching industry marketing. Tune in to learn: Why big, fast income claims should make you pause before you believe them What actually determines whether you can sell high-ticket coaching packages (hint: it's not a five-step process) Why building your whole business on one platform is a risky bet The difference between a coach who genuinely delivers and one who's mastered clever marketing How to build discernment so you can make informed choices about where you invest Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: Free Coaching Business Model Training Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

July 20, 2026Episode 23218 min

Ep 232: How I Actually Run My Coaching Business Over the School Holidays (As a Single Mum)

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you're a health or life coach wondering how on earth you're going to keep your business ticking over with way less time this summer, this week's episode is for you. I'm sharing exactly how I manage to keep my coaching business running over the six weeks holidays as a single mum with two school-aged kids, the planning approach I use, the mistakes I made for years, and the mindset shifts that have made the biggest difference. Tune in to learn: Why I used to underestimate just how much "life admin" the school holidays bring, and what changed The two things I never drop in my business over summer (and why everything else can wait) How I use my mini seasons approach to plan a lower capacity period of life and business together Why summer being a quieter period in my business is actually a good thing The mindset work behind giving yourself permission to work less Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura Notion Planning Templates If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

July 13, 2026Episode 23112 min

Ep 231: 15 Ways You Can Make Money as a Coach

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you're a health, life or spiritual coach wondering how you can bring in more money beyond your 1:1 sessions, this one's for you. In this week's episode, I'm running through a whole bunch of ideas for generating income in your coaching business that go beyond just coaching itself, a fun, quick one to get you thinking creatively about the possibilities. Tune in to learn: 15 different income streams you can build into your coaching business Why a solid business model matters before you add any of these in How affiliates and referrals can bring in extra income with barely any extra work What a low ticket offer actually is (and the strategic job it does) Real examples from my own business, including retreats, brand work and consultancy Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: Free Business Model Training Free Retreat Planning Guide Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call : Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

July 6, 2026Episode 23013 min

Ep 230: What To Do When Your Coaching Business Goes Quiet (Without Panicking)

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If your coaching business has suddenly gone quiet and you're starting to spiral, take a breath. This week's episode is here to remind you that a quiet patch does not mean your business is broken. In this week's episode, I'm talking through why quiet periods happen (especially around summer and Christmas), why panicking about it can actually make things worse, and exactly what you can do to use the time to strengthen your business for what comes next. Tune in to learn: Why quiet periods are a completely normal part of the coaching business rhythm Why panicking and drastically changing things can do more harm than good How to stay visible without burning yourself out The best ways to use a quiet period to strengthen your foundations Why rest is allowed, and how to come back stronger Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura Creating Financial Safety in Your Coaching Business Client Retention for Coaches If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

June 29, 2026Episode 22930 min

Ep 229: Behind the Scenes of My Coaching Business (Mid-2026 Update)

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you love a good behind-the-scenes peek at what really goes on in another coach's business and life, this episode is for you. I'm sharing my honest mid-2026 update, covering everything from a slightly slower income year (and why I'm not panicking), to solo hikes, breakups, and a big realisation about not putting off happiness. In this week's episode, I'm getting real about what the first half of 2026 has looked like for me, both in the business and personally. From launches and experiments to navigating divorce, embracing solo adventures, and learning to trust that things work out when they're meant to. Tune in to learn: Why my business is a bit slower this year and how fourteen years of experience has given me the self-trust to handle it What worked (and what didn't) from my launches and experiments in the first half of the year How I've been embracing solo adventures, incredible friendships, and living my best life after big personal changes The powerful shift I've made around not putting off happiness until something specific happens What's coming next, including a September relaunch and some exciting future plans Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: 2025 BTS Review Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

June 22, 2026Episode 22812 min

Ep 228: "I'm Not a Systems Person" and Other Stories Keeping You Overwhelmed

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you've ever told yourself "I'm just not a techy person" or "I'm not a systems person," this episode is for you. We're exploring why that belief might be exactly what's keeping your coaching business stuck in overwhelm. In this week's episode, I'm sharing why tech and systems can feel so alien if you're a highly sensitive, heart-centred coach, and how building a "home" for your business changes everything, no matter what stage you're at. Tune in to learn: Why feeling "not techy" doesn't mean you can't have simple, calm systems in place The house-building analogy that completely changes how you see structure in your business Why a system should be built around you, not the other way round The real cost of pushing your systems and tech "to later" How Your Cosy Coaching Business Systems can help you set it all up, step by step Check out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updates Other links mentioned in this episode: The Searchable Show Method Wholehearted Business® 1:1 Mentoring with Laura If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business : my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring : a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.