REALIFE Conversations for Christian Coaches

Are you working ON your business, or just IN it? And what’s the difference? In this episode, I’m referencing the classic book “The E-Myth” by Michael Gerber as we consider: How to create a business that serves your life, instead of the other way around The difference between being a technician and an entrepreneur, and how to make that shift How to utilize systems and processes to keep your business going and growing Why you need to dedicate time to doing the actual work you love, AND to work on the business itself Whether you want to stay a solopreneur or build a team, it’s essential to spend time working on how your business functions and operates. This episode will help you determine how to work on your business in a way that leads to sustainable growth and success. Mentioned in this episode: The E-Myth: Why Most Small Business Don’t Work and What to Do About It by Michael Gerber REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™. Become a REALIFE Process Certified Facilitator™If you're looking to go deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in! Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy Instagram- teresa.mccloy LinkedIn- teresamccloy About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!

How might you benefit from attending an in-person conference? In this episode, I’m talking about a recent conference I attended, and I’m sharing how setting an intention for my time helped me get the most out of it. An in-person event can help you: Broaden your circle beyond who you currently know Make connections with people who can provide tangible support and services for your business Experience the power of learning in community from a variety of sources and perspectives Plus, I’m sharing what I learned at the conference about the five areas of your business that are essential to focus on. This episode will help you think through how you can best leverage a conference, retreat, or workshop to make new connections that will help you grow your business. Mentioned in this episode: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan Mike Brennan: Graphic Designer and Sketch Artist REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™. Become a REALIFE Process Certified Facilitator™If you're looking to go deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in! Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy Instagram- teresa.mccloy LinkedIn- teresamccloy About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!

Why is it important to focus on what’s NOT working for your potential customers? In this week’s episode, I’m joined by our Marketing Director, Lindsay Sterchi, as we discuss why speaking to pain points and problems is the best way to connect with people through your marketing. We talk about: Why talking about pain points allows you to meet people right where they are at How to present your business as a solution to a problem Why only talking about vision and purpose is too vague and out of reach for most people, and what to say instead How to develop language that will help your customer connect with your business and services How to be authentic AND effective in your marketing messages Your potential clients may not see a path forward, but they CAN feel their pain! This episode will help you speak directly to your customers’ felt needs as you show them that you have the solution to their problem. Mentioned in this episode:Episode 172: Moments Matter, with RLP Certified Facilitator™ Sonja Wallenbeck REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™. Become a REALIFE Process Certified Facilitator™If you're looking to go deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in! Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy Instagram- teresa.mccloy LinkedIn- teresamccloy About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!

How can you not only celebrate big life moments, but also be present and find joy in them? In this episode, Erica and I are joined by RLP Certified Facilitator™ Sonja Wallenbeck. She shares how her experiences with the big moments in her life as a mom led her to start her business, Big Moment Mentor. We talk about: What it means to not just survive, but thrive in life’s big moments How discovering her true identity led to clarity and confidence in Sonja’s business The supportive community Sonja has created for moms to navigate moments both big and small A practical tool that can help you pivot in the moment and choose to respond in a healthy way, rather than reacting We also talk about how the REALIFE Process™has helped Sonja grow both personally and professionally, and how she uses the tools of the Process in her business. We hope this episode helps you consider how to be present for all the moments that matter in your life. To connect with Sonja:Visit her website to learn more.Check out her podcast, Moments Matter. Download a free guide that will help you have everyday victory over conflict and learn how to respond well instead of react. About Sonja Wallenbeck:Sonja has been married for over 27 years with three grown daughters. As the founder of Big Moment Mentor, Sonja enjoys working with faith-filled moms who are walking through life’s milestone moments. She wants to ensure you look back at those memories after they are all done with sweet joy and a sense of fulfillment. She uses tools like the Motions of the Soul and the Enneagram to customize those moments for you and your family. She believes that every mom deserves to have a cheerleader walking alongside them during the most bittersweet milestones of life. REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™. Become a REALIFE Process Certified Facilitator™If you're looking to go deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in! Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy Instagram- teresa.mccloy LinkedIn- teresamccloy About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!

Are you truly an online business, or do parts of your business simply happen online? What’s the difference and why does it matter? In this week’s episode, I’m exploring a question that came up with a client recently about whether or not they have a true “online business.” Together, we’ll explore: The definition of an online business and why it’s different than a business that simply uses online tools How assuming you have an online business when you don’t can have a huge impact on your mindset as a business owner Why marketing locally and in-person might be a better use of time than focusing on online marketing The true use and benefit of social media if you’re NOT an online business Clearly identifying if you are an online business or not will impact how you approach marketing. This episode will help you clarify how and why to show up both online and in person as you seek to grow your business. REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™.  Become a REALIFE Process Certified Facilitator™If you're looking to go deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in!  Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews  Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy  Instagram- teresa.mccloy  LinkedIn- teresamccloy  About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!

How do you launch something new into the marketplace when it feels risky? That’s exactly what Paul Klein did when he co-founded BizableTV, a Netflix-style streaming service for entrepreneurs. In our conversation, we talk about: What BizableTV is, and why the featured docuseries are a must-see for entrepreneurs at any stage How he got the idea for BizableTV, and the process that made it happen Why hearing stories of entrepreneurs who are only a few steps ahead of you can give you hope for the future of your business The importance of having a vision that’s bigger than your fear when you start something new You’ll love hearing about all the features of Bizable TV and how it can help you as an entrepreneur! This episode will inspire you to launch new projects, even when it feels risky. To get an exclusive free 7-day trial of Bizable TV, visit this link! About Paul Klein:Paul Klein is a business consultant and entrepreneur. From his days as a 1980s hair band guitarist and lifelong entrepreneur, to starting and scaling a successful SAAS company, to consulting for some of the biggest brands including Target, Neiman Marcus, Starbucks, Holiday Inn, and other global brands. Paul helps consultants, freelancers, and solopreneurs price their services and stop undercharging in order to build 7-figure businesses. Paul is also the Co-Founder for BizableTV, a Netflix-style streaming service for entrepreneurs that launched January 2022. REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™. Become a REALIFE Process Certified Facilitator™If you're looking to go deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in! Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy Instagram- teresa.mccloy LinkedIn- teresamccloy About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!

How can parents, caregivers, and coaches build resilience in kids from hard places? In this podcast episode, Terri and I are joined by RLP Certified Facilitator™ and Licensed Professional Counselor Susan Killeen Jones. Susan is an attachment-focused therapist who has recently made the shift into coaching families and kids. In this episode, we have a conversation about: How exploring a child’s story can help them navigate grief and loss Why building resilience and a sense of belonging in kids is so important Practical examples of how parents and caregivers can be present with kids The power of giving kids language to name what they uniquely need What it looks like for parents to do their own internal work in order to help their kids We also talk about why Susan made the shift from counseling to coaching, and her passion for developing mental health from an early age. This episode is full of great information for parents, caregivers, and anyone who encounters kids from hard places. To connect with Susan, visit her website. About Susan:Susan Killeen Jones is a Nationally Certified Counselor turned Coach, with over 25 years of experience serving children and families. She is the creator of The Wholehearted Child™, which equips those who support kids ages 5-12 with tools and strategies to help them transform their childhood narratives and embrace a “wholehearted” mindset. She provides a creative means for facilitators and parents to pave a path of preventative mental health for children. Mentioned in this episode:Episode 163: The Power of Living Out Your Needs and Values  REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™. Become a REALIFE Process Certified Facilitator™If you're looking to go deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in!  Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews  Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy  Instagram- teresa.mccloy  LinkedIn- teresamccloy  About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!

Can you describe your personal brand? Do you even know that you have one? In this episode, I’m sharing some of my favorite quotes from Mike Kim’s book You Are the Brand. We’ll dive into what your personal brand is, and why it starts with who your being before your doing. We’ll cover: How to identify your current personal brand The difference between building your brand and becoming your brand How to establish a brand that’s genuine and authentic based on who you are I’ll also share a practical exercise from the book that will help you grow more confident in who you are as a brand, and what you do. I hope this episode helps you think about branding in a new way as we discover how our personal brand flows out of our REALIFE™. Make sure to check out the book You Are the Brand by Mike Kim to learn more! REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™.  Become a REALIFE Process Certified Facilitator™If you're looking to go deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in!  Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy  Instagram- teresa.mccloy  LinkedIn- teresamccloy  About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!

How can being part of a mastermind group help you grow personally and professionally? In this podcast episode, I’m joined by a member of my own mastermind group, Executive Coach Michael McGreevy, in a conversation about how our group has helped us grow and succeed. We talk about: What a mastermind is (and is not), and the benefits of joining one Historical examples of mastermind groups that led to amazing innovations The importance of trust and connection among group members How being part of a mastermind can grow your confidence as a leader The practical benefits of having other people to encourage and challenge you as you grow your business If you’ve ever wondered if joining a mastermind group is right for you, this episode will help you explore how and why to join one. To connect with Michael, send him an email or visit his website. You can also check out his podcast, The Business of Livin’. About Michael McGreevy:Michael McGreevy is a full-time executive coach who helps growth-minded Founders & CEO’s discover the clarity and perspective they need to lead with confidence and wisdom. He also hosts “The Business of Livin” Podcast. Michael has intentionally built his business in a way that provides a significant amount of space for making memories with his family. Michael and his lovely wife Lydia live in Western New York with their 3 wonderful kids Gunnar (7), Skylar (5), and Asher (4). REALIFE Resources:If you’re ready to discover what matters to you, download our FREE Intro to REALIFE Needs and Values Assessment. You’ll gain clarity on what you uniquely need to create a life and career you love. This is one sample of the content we provide for exclusive use by our REALIFE Process Facilitators™. REALIFE Process Facilitator Network™The REALIFE Process Facilitator Network is open for applications! If you're looking togo deeper personally in your REALIFE and have the desire to serve others and multiply your impact, check out how to be certified as a REALIFE Process Facilitator™! Support the Podcast–Leave us a ReviewAre you growing as a result of listening to the podcast? The greatest compliment you can pay us is to share it with a friend and leave a review on iTunes. Click here and scroll down to Customer Reviews to leave a word on what you've found to be helpful as you're listening in! Connect further with the REALIFE Process®:Join the FREE REALIFE Process® Community - continue podcast topics discussions with Facebook LIVEs and guest interviews Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy on:Facebook- The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy Instagram- teresa.mccloy LinkedIn- teresamccloy About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the creator of the REALIFE Process®, an ACC Executive Coach, and an IEA Accredited Enneagram Professional who helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders discover and live out their best REALIFE! She has worked with clients from all over the world to help them bring clarity to their REALIFE and joy to their REALWORK!