Jo interviews Jess Spires, an aspiring coach preparing to launch her business after completing her ILM level 7 in executive coaching. They discuss the journey from coach training to business launch, addressing common concerns and the value of investing in business support. The conversation offers insights for both new and experienced coaches.Show Notes:00:00 - Introduction to Women in the Coaching Arena podcast with host Jo Lott01:00 - Introduction of guest Jess, who is considering joining the business of coaching02:00 - Jess shares her journey into coaching, including her ILM level 7 training03:00 - Discussion of Jess's biggest concerns about starting and growing a coaching business04:00 - Jess explains why she's considering working with a business coach at this stage05:00 - How Jess discovered Jo's podcast and what attracted her to the programme06:00 - Why Jess chose Jo over other business coaches07:00 - Jess's ultimate dream for her coaching business in the next 1-2 years08:00 - Discussion of hesitations about investing in a business coaching programme09:00 - Jo shares her own experience with money mindset shifts10:00 - Additional benefits Jess hopes to gain from the programme, including community11:00 - Jess's final thoughts on making the decision to invest in business coaching12:00 - Where to find Jess online (TwentyTwentyCoaching.co.uk and LinkedIn)13:00 - Wrap-up of the conversation with Jess14:00 - Jo's five tips for making big investment decisions:1. Can saying yes get you closer to your goal?2. Consider the potential return on investment3. Consider the alternative of not investing4. Consult your intuition5. Let faith be bigger than fearUseful LinksHow to secure more coaching clients' free trainingDownload the 12 ways to get clients nowLearn about The Business of Coaching programmeConnect with Jo on LinkedInRate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of Women in the Coaching Arena helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.If you’re kind enough to leave a review, please do let Jo know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: [email protected] This Episode? Don’t Miss the Next One! Hit subscribe on your favourite podcast app to be notified each time a new episode of Women in the Coaching Arena.Mentioned in this episode:✨ 2026 Coaches’ Planner – Your Three Ways to Join InA few years ago, I couldn’t find a planner that truly supported coaches - something that balanced growing a business with growing as a person. So, I created one. Three years on, it’s become a trusted tool for hundreds of coaches to plan an aligned and prosperous year. You can now choose the option that suits you best (links below) 1️⃣ Free Digital Download – Get instant access to the online version of the 2026 Coaches’ Planner. 2️⃣ Printed Planner on Amazon – Order your copy to write in and keep by your side all year. 3️⃣ Dare Greatly Online Workshop – Thursday 4 December – Join me live as we plan together. You’ll receive a printed...

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