Coaching Business Plan To Get Your First Paid Client (FAST)

Follow this simple 4-step coaching business plan to enroll your first paid coaching client - and many more after that!
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00:00 How To Get Clients
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[@udayekula1657]

When I hear it as "Who do you want to work with" instead of "Find your niche", it resonated with me at a deeper level! The vision just got broader with that realization.

[@mindvalleycoach]

Amazing insight, Uday! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@mariaelenapamies]

In my case, my first paid client came from the peer practices. We used to practice together and share experiences with the group. Then, a woman said to me "I really love how you work, Maria Elena, and how you help me achieving my goals. Instead of giving you a session back, I prefer to pay you." That was some months ago and she is still my client.

[@mindvalleycoach]

This is amazing, M. Elena! What a great start! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@gabrielbeyer4454]

I enrolled my first coaching client by accident ;-) I think the best way is to serve, to listen deeply, to get into their world, and to help powerfully! I gotta follow your steps Ajit .. on my way and thank for another great video!

[@mindvalleycoach]

And that's all it really takes! Keep up the great work, Gabriel! Thanks for sharing :)

[@Zwillinge26]

May I ask you..Did you go to a legal advisor for the contracts?I mean I want everything to be legal and I’m afraid of missing something..

[@amester821]

Thank you, Ajit! Key ah-ha reframing for me: Don't fear making the offer. It's literally doing THEM a service. "Making an offer is an expression of interest to transform your clients' lives". Awesome. 👍

[@mindvalleycoach]

Powerful takeaway, Amy! We're excited to see how you keep growing with this new reframe ;) Thanks for sharing ♥

[@donovanmuller8499]

Hell Yeah! I attended a seminar how to create a better money management mindset. Met a guy with a friendly smile and I had a great connection with him from the start. Now whilst writing this I try to remember what actually happend in a conscious way why there was such great rapport. After the event we texted some time to share mutual interests and after that some time later I made an offer to help him out with things he felt stuck with. He also referred a friend of him so I had the blessing to start with 2 clients at the same time. Thanks for all of the video's, it has helped me tremendously!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Wow that's amazing, Donovan! Thank you for sharing ❤

[@official1sp]

I love these steps, because it narrows down the location to discover the right clients for the best service. And it encourages us to be make the offer up front. That way no one wastes the other persons time.

[@ajitnawalkha6019]

1SP thank you for acknowledging this!

[@saidatoke3124]

Thank you Ajit. These videos are awesome

[@mindvalleycoach]

So glad you enjoy them, Saidat! Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@gust5992]

Thank you Ajit. Loved it!!

[@mindvalleycoach]

We're so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@stepstocomfort2904]

Great video Adji! Thank you for sharing and I will definitely be using these 4 steps soon.

[@mindvalleycoach]

Yes!!! Let us know how it goes ❤

[@ForwardsCareerServices]

Great video! I’m really enjoying your channel! Thanks for sharing!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thank you so much, Susan! We appreciate you ❤

[@hectormurx]

I manifested this subject today. Thanks! great advice

[@mindvalleycoach]

That's some powerful manifestation right there! Glad it was valuable, Hector :)

[@CourtneyLSanders]

Great video! Love that you encourage people to start with the basics - so important as a new coach!

[@mindvalleycoach]

So true! It's all about having a solid foundation ;) Thanks for sharing, Courtney!

[@iamlawrencetuazon]

Hell Yes! I agree with you Ajit! Loving your contents here! Thank you very much!💙

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thank you, Lawrence! We appreciate you ❤

[@rdweeks6188]

Hell Yeah! Thank you for creating this video!

[@mindvalleycoach]

The pleasure is ours, Robert-David! Thanks for sharing :)

[@halakalaji4356]

Thanks for the video Looking forward for other videos 🙏🏻

[@mindvalleycoach]

You got it, Hala! Every Thursday and Sunday ;) Thanks for the support ♥

[@hkg703]

I am embodying this today and my future is in my hands and you’re empowering me to own my power! I’m grateful for you Coach Ajit!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Go Holly!! ❤❤

[@MooreaThill]

Such a great video! Thank you for sharing and I will definitely be using these 4 steps soon :)

[@mindvalleycoach]

Glad you found it valuable, Moorea! Thanks for sharing :)

[@claude-charleskem2620]

simple, straightforward and useful tips thanks so much

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thank you so much, Claude! ❤

[@jacklynwilson2158]

Great video and such a booster - Thank you Ajit!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thank you for sharing, Jacklyn! ❤

[@omkarpawar5]

Ajit.. Whenever I see your video, I feel like I have invested my time at right place ! Because you give step by step action plan to work on ! More Power to You :)

[@mindvalleycoach]

We're so happy our videos are valuable to you, Omkar! Thank you so much for your kind words and support 💜

[@_sebastien]

Hell yeah!! 🔥 I love that simple and efficient process 💚👍

[@mindvalleycoach]

Yey! We ♥ it too! :)

[@johannimeiring]

I love learning from you! Real life advice :)

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thank you so much, Johanni! So glad you enjoy our content ❤

[@Flexageful]

Absolutely amazing, thank you for sharing this Ajit.

[@mindvalleycoach]

You're most welcome, Vince! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@hmc8810]

Hell Yeah, great reminders Ajit... thank you always!

[@ajitnawalkha6019]

snazzy thank you snazzy! What was the best reminder for you?

[@heathermcgregor4479]

@@ajitnawalkha6019 to continue getting out there in person, get to the networking events, and start connecting where appropriate!

[@natalierussell7787]

This was really helpful thank you !!

[@mindvalleycoach]

You are most welcome! :)

[@harbakshsinghsodhi]

Hi Ajit... Thanks for such a wonderful step by step plan which is executable... I am just a newbie starting out in the world of coaching, currently pursuing a Master Coach Certificate course and really find your videos very interesting and helpful... I haven't done any coaching yet...but now i know where to look for my prospective clients.... Thanks a lot again... More power to you...

[@mindvalleycoach]

This is so great, Taran! Enjoy the process and we're so grateful to contribute to your learning ❤

[@abookh2003]

An excellent, motivational and practical step by step presentation Thank you for sharing.

[@mindvalleycoach]

So glad you found it useful, Aboo! Thanks for sharing :)

[@ashwaniinsights]

Thank you for the video Ajit ❤️

[@mindvalleycoach]

You're most welcome! Glad it was useful.

[@jonniesparko]

Thanks for the video. This really does make a lot of sense to me and I can already see the steps unfolding for me to get my first client.

[@mindvalleycoach]

This is so great! We're rooting for you ❤

[@jonniesparko]

Evercoach by Mindvalley 🚀

[@tmichelle1842]

Great video! I wish I had viewed this video months ago! However it’s never too late!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Better late than never! ❤

[@cheristringer9485]

Love it. The website, social media , etc if not the first step . The first step is determining your avatar. Thankyou. Ajit. First client on the way!!!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Go Cheri! ❤

[@FeelGoodWithin]

Thankx so much Gr8 tips 👌 😍

[@mindvalleycoach]

Yey! You are most welcome :)

[@kaligahiga]

Thank you Ajit, for your very helpful video, have a great afternoon and take care of yourself and your family, stay safe

[@mindvalleycoach]

So glad you enjoyed it, Kali! Thanks for sharing ❤ Stay safe!

[@kaligahiga]

@@mindvalleycoach Thank you for taking the time to reply, as you are a very busy person

[@Sugarmesmooth-hair-removal]

Simple, but really useful content!

[@ajitnawalkha6019]

Sugar Me Smooth thanks :) love your YT name 😉

[@mariannezeinoun]

Thanks ! really helpful...

[@mindvalleycoach]

You're so welcome, Marianne! Glad you found it useful ❤

[@inamntsantsa914]

Thanks for the video

[@mindvalleycoach]

You're most welcome, Inam! What was your key takeaway? ❤️

[@saidatoke3124]

Absolutely yes 😄

[@mindvalleycoach]

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[@gretemerlyn]

Hell Yeah! I'm looking for my first paid coaching client, but networking events worked the best for me too in my previous endeavour 😊

[@mindvalleycoach]

Then that might be your best way to get started! Thanks for sharing :)

[@mathangin]

Coach Ajith, 1) you talk about creating authority, if i were to host a event on lets say communication. Now what do i say and what do i do to position myself as an authority. 2) also, while building rapport, while listening to my potential client, at what point do i introduce to them that ‘ hey i could help you with that’ ?

[@suelypargianas4445]

Good, practical approach.

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thanks for sharing, Suely! :)

[@theleeannebrown]

I have just got my first paid client, heavily discounted but I feel good that I have her! I now need to get myself some more clients, it's not easy!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Congratulations, Lee-Anne! It's not easy but it will get easier. Trust the process. We're rooting for you 💙💙

[@theleeannebrown]

@@mindvalleycoach Thank you!

[@mindvalleycoach]

@@theleeannebrown You're most welcome, Lee-Anne!

[@dccsessionsdallasconsultingcoa]

Thank you.

[@mindvalleycoach]

You're most welcome! We are happy it was useful :)

[@karengarcia5830]

Great information:Thank you.

[@mindvalleycoach]

Glad it was useful, Karen! Thanks for sharing 💜

[@densngai710]

Ajit, great to listen to your video, could you please also share beginner how to set a priče and packages.

[@stepheniewright5021]

Yes I agree

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thanks for sharing, Stephenie ❤

[@plantingishealing7918]

Ur awesome!!

[@mindvalleycoach]

So are you! ❤

[@breathcultureofficial]

Amazing!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thanks so much for sharing, Kira! ❤

[@lakshmangunawardena6214]

Yeah agree on your suggestions

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thank you, Lakshman :)!

[@sumitghimire7201]

It was definitely a referral from another coach who i knew and had worked with.

[@mindvalleycoach]

That's great! Thanks for sharing, Sumit :)

[@laurenceorr6757]

YOU GREAT INFO

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thank you, Laurence! So glad it was useful :)

[@lovindelight0]

hell yeah!

[@mindvalleycoach]

❤❤❤

[@Thregh]

I got really good will, a want to push foward, from this video.

[@mindvalleycoach]

You've got the mindset, now it's time to take action ❤ Thanks for sharing, Torbjörn!

[@mindvalleycoach]

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[@nadiamascareno5347]

Hell YEAH 🙌🏽

[@mindvalleycoach]

Glad you resonated with this, Nadia! Thanks for sharing :)

[@neilsaxton109]

Good channel. Should have more subscribers

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thanks for the support, Neil! ♥

[@kishablaq376]

Hell yeah!!!

[@mindvalleycoach]

♥♥

[@FreddeJong]

❤ Sounds like a great way to land your first clients ❤

[@mindvalleycoach]

Glad you resonated with this!

[@soothingrelaxationwithnatu7168]

Amazing strategy!

[@mindvalleycoach]

So glad you found it useful! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@soothingrelaxationwithnatu7168]

@@mindvalleycoach You are a really fantastic coach I finally found. Does a free coaching session convert the client into a paid one, if yes, how?

[@Qum89]

Hell yeah ♟

[@englebarne]

Thank you for sparing :)

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thank you for watching ;)

[@lesliethomas5088]

Hell Yeah!

[@tomdorman]

HELL YEAH!

[@mindvalleycoach]

:)

[@gelwaycoaching4732]

Heaven Yeah!!!!!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@Indigolighthealing]

Hell yeah 🙏

[@mindvalleycoach]

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[@kapilzaveri2458]

GREAT

[@mindvalleycoach]

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[@dnartey2854]

Hell yeah! 🔥 Once I can identify a niche 🙈 could you do a video on that please? I am in three minds- I like to do performance and business coaching but I’m also a Wellbeing enthusiast!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Great question, Dee! Here are some videos that can help. How to define your niche and ideal client: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaXZoIBjhZmdo5Y And also, it's OK if you feel like you have 2 strong niches and 2 ideal client avatars, as long as you are clear in your message and how you approach each of them. This video can help you with this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYeweY2OjbCnnLc Hope they help! :)

[@dnartey2854]

Evercoach by Mindvalley this is very helpful. Thank you!!

[@mindvalleycoach]

@@dnartey2854 You're most welcome! :)

[@CareerCoachErnestEnabulele]

Great tips ,my role is career coach helping job candidates land jobs.

[@mindvalleycoach]

Amazing! Thanks for sharing, Ernest 💙

[@medium_of_light]

wow, this was really informative thank you so much for adding value in all the blooming coaches here. much love and well wishes to all.

[@mindvalleycoach]

We're so happy you found this valuable! Thanks for sharing ❤❤

[@MoraimatheTraveler]

Yeah!!!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Go Moraima!

[@mathangin]

Heaven yeah!! :)

[@mindvalleycoach]

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[@sshena1]

Hell yeah

[@mindvalleycoach]

♥

[@authpreetisingh1986]

Yeah

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[@karuhfilm]

hell yeah

[@mindvalleycoach]

♥

[@businessshaman]

Truth bombs

[@julieslobodnik5754]

He'll yeah

[@mindvalleycoach]

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[@sachiienkhhedekar7437]

Hell Yeah

[@mindvalleycoach]

😉

[@lynnsmyth5088]

Hell yehhhh

[@mindvalleycoach]

Go Lynn! ❤

[@ros-mariteodorsson6024]

H-L YEAH!

[@mindvalleycoach]

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[@andy_masala]

How (or if) do you address the feeling that your partner might thought you two becoming friends, but suddenly realized he(she) was just a prospect?

[@mindvalleycoach]

Hi there! We're not sure we understand your question. Could you please clarify? :)

[@edidiongefiong6573]

Do I need a coaching contract for my first coachee?

[@mindvalleycoach]

Great question! You don't need to sign coaching agreements, especially when just starting, but they can be highly useful to set expectations with your clients and you'll get used to it the more you start putting it in practice. You can download our free coaching agreement template here: www.evercoach.com/coaching-templates/. We hope that helped ❤

[@growingfromtheheart710]

how do you make an offer?

[@mindvalleycoach]

Great question! Firstly, we suggest having a great conversation in which you can show your potential client how you can help them achieve their goals. Then, create and customize a coaching package that would fit their needs. And lastly, make the offer as an opportunity to continue those powerful conversations and achieve results. If the client is ready for it, it'll be a no-brainer ;)! You can get more great tips from our video on Mastering The Art of Selling: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3_TnoCCiNqsppY Hope this helps! :)

[@Artinthesexyway]

i struggle with pitch/offer language. i need tips where i don't sound pushy or desperate.

[@mindvalleycoach]

Great question, Sean! Most coaches struggle with enrollment conversations, it's totally normal. When done right, offering your coaching services doesn't feel salesy, pushy or desperate. It's about having the right mindset and approach. This video has some great tips that might help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3_TnoCCiNqsppY Let us know how it goes! :)

[@kharynepierre9709]

how does work now with covid? that's my issue

[@mindvalleycoach]

Great question, Kharyne! The steps apply just the same offline as they do online. So, if COVID restrictions are limiting your offline options in your area, ask the same questions but online. Where could you find your potential clients online? What do they do? How could you initiate those conversations - in which platforms? Here are some great videos on how to find and approach potential clients through social channels that we think you'll find useful when reflecting on these questions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKDLioV3eat0o6s and kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2O1nWx8a9SemsU. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@FollowHim]

Hellyeah

[@mindvalleycoach]

👏

[@GroundedYoga]

Enrolling is easier when my niche is clear

[@mindvalleycoach]

We couldn't agree more! ;)

[@lesliethomas5088]

I just became a Life Coach to help Women in becoming Marriage material.

[@nathanlawrie1042]

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[@RenuPaswanN]

Hey Ajit. I have sent an email to you. Please check and let me know

[@joanfox-wright9428]

During a pandemic, this personal approach is next to impossible.

[@mindvalleycoach]

Hi Jo An! Unfortunately true, as we created this video last year before the pandemic existed. However, the steps can still be following but switching the "physical spaces" for "virtual spaces." Find, approach, and connect with your target audience on virtual platforms (social media, forums, events, courses) 😉

[@faustocovino5660]

You have to choose who wants to help! .... ??? You have to choose who you can help! .... ??? Sure! Because coaching is only a poor byproduct of noble psychology ... the same goes for counseling and everything that was born only to have money rather than really support people in their growth and improvement. When you work for people and with people you work on a level that is only the human being! It is not about their gender, their professions, their type of problems or any other distinction. There have always been other noble sectors that effectively help people based on professions, attitudes or whatever: Vocational Guidance and Mentoring. It is a shame and ethically incorrect to take advantage of people's suffering ..... and also to deceive those who really would like to be of help, making them believe that they can do it without serious and in-depth studies!

[@mindvalleycoach]

Hi Fausto! Thanks for sharing and we're sorry you feel this way about coaching. Coaching was not created to replace such needed professions such as psychologists and therapists which, as you mention, are crucial for supporting and guiding people who are suffering. Quite the contrary, in fact, the approach of these professions you mention are based on a person's past and demands in-depth studies. Coaching, on the other hand, is focused on supporting people who want to achieve their goals and create their dream life. We believe all of these professions are imperative and relevant for all people, it will depend on their wants and needs.

[@mindvalleycoach]

Maybe you might find this video useful in which we clarify what coaching is and stands for: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYq4qnasjMmdp5I

[@faustocovino5660]

"....are based on a person's past and demands in-depth studies"......True and not: person's past and studies yes, but not necessarily demanding; it depends on any individual case. I would say "Effective" "Coaching, on the other hand, is focused on supporting people who want to achieve their goals and create their dream life".....you are saying that psychologists do not work for people who wants to achieve their goals and create their dream life?!!??? Are you joking? So, what other kind of people do you know? Is there somebody who does not want a better life? Is there somebody who does not want to achieve goals??? People like you are able to play with words just to reach their interests, not surely those of the ingenuous clients who believe you. How can you even put in contrapposition "....based on a person's past and...." - which refers to the way - and ".....focused on supporting people who wants......" - which instead refers to the aim? How is it possible people do not see the continous contraddictions in your words game? Obviously they need to believe in someone. Any profession, however, should be guided mainly by ethical principles, which do not allow at all to take advantage of those who need support.

[@mindvalleycoach]

@@faustocovino5660Of course, psychologists and all careers that are focused on human well-being want to provide their clients and patients the best life, we are not saying that is not the case. We are merely pointing out the biggest difference is coaching focuses on getting to the ideal future based on your current resources, while others work on healing the past for creating that better future. We ultimately all want the same results for our clients, but the "how" is different. But we appreciate your feedback if this definition was not clear enough.

[@faustocovino5660]

@@mindvalleycoach Fine! Keep turning around as you want....surely you find your "chikens"! All the rest is with your consciousness....This is our poor world, unfortunately!

[@FeelGoodWithin]

Thankx so much Gr8 tips 👌 😍

[@mindvalleycoach]

You are so welcome! ;)

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Hell yeah!

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He'll yeah

[@mindvalleycoach]

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[@ashwaniinsights]

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Hell yeah !

[@mindvalleycoach]

Thanks for sharing 💜

[@ashwaniinsights]

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[@Tiberiusdinu1031]

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