How to Become a HEALTH COACH! | Tips and Resources for Starting a Health Coaching Business (2020)

[@HealthCoachKait]

Hey guys! I made another video on setting up your online presence and how to get found by clients. I share some of the best tips I have for making your business successful 🤫 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXXQgXyqYrSsnZY

[@HealthCoachKait]

Got any questions about becoming a coach? 🙂

[@demoncore5342]

Just as I was joking with a mate that we should open a gym :) Beside getting some sort of certificate, do you find it important to keep up with scientific papers, studies and such? Do you have to deal with folks that demand 500 pages written by 4 PhD's as a proof, and still know better?

[@HealthCoachKait]

I try to keep up to date, but nutrition research as a whole is flawed. It's near impossible to do controlled trials for long enough periods of time to come to a definitive result. As far as dealing with people demanding "proof", I don't deal with that much. The average persons looking for results, and is not worried about the "why". They may be concerned about eating too much fat or meat at first just because it has been drilled into us to limit these foods. The people who are "demanding proof" are those who are trying to prove their way of doing things is right, and trying to prove you wrong. Honestly, you have to pick your battles when it comes to individuals like this. Sometimes it is quite evident they are not looking to have a discussion so it is not worth engaging.

[@HealthCoachKait]

@@demoncore5342 (expanded on my response from yesterday 🙂)

[@chrisramirez9872]

I have a question what materials can I use to study before I start and how does the school cost. Thank u 😊

[@HealthCoachKait]

You can check out my reading list on my website for resources I recommend healthcoachkait.com/books I believe the current cost of the program is $4500 (but if you use the code SAVE500 you can get $500 off).

[@PetiteD]

Thanks for this video, Kait. I was actually planning on asking you how you became a health coach and voila! A couple of days later this video pops up. Definitely going to look into the Primal Health Coach Institute to see what their course looks like.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Read your mind! 😉 Let me know if you have any other questions. Oh and make sure to mention code: 500TODAY if you enrol to save $500!

[@PetiteD]

Oh wow, thanks! That'll come in handy. I was actually wondering whether your business social media came first or your KZbin channel or if you started everything at the same time. I want to keep my business and personal social media separate, but how would I gain followers?

[@HealthCoachKait]

My personal and business social media accounts are seperate. When first starting a new account, follow similar accounts, like a lot of other people's posts and most importantly start sharing lots of content! 🙂

[@HealthCoachKait]

Also, make sure to use relevant hashtags on all you posts. That way if someone is searching #ketodiet for example, they will find you!

[@PetiteD]

Thanks for the great tips, Kait! I will try them out.

[@ex-jaywalker2934]

Zeus! I need to start using the slam ball again.

[@HealthCoachKait]

😁😁

[@missionmindedmom]

This is literally the only video an aspiring health coach needs to watch! Thank you!

[@leahg6615]

This was a great video! I recently became a certified nutrition coach through NASM and I'm trying to create my business to start coaching! It was a pleasure watching this

[@MMR3260]

Congrats! Does NASM qualify as being board certified? I am looking into becoming a health coach and was planning to get certified thru ACE ..but I am confused if ‘board certification’ is a separate/additional exam? Thanks!

[@yourhikingbuddy2189]

Oh my gosh! A video that actually provided practical resources on how to have a successful business! Thank you!

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@moniquelittle2809]

I had started Primal Health Coach certification and lost job. Appreciate your insights so much. This is why I trust you so much.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Hi Monique! I made another video on health coaching you might find helpful 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXXQgXyqYrSsnZY

[@drantonikachanel]

Great video. Some insurances cover the cost of health coaching. Wellness is priceless investment.

[@jefferyhyde1366]

thanks young lady. keep being you.

[@GandHerWildFaith]

Kait thank you so much for this video 😩 I don’t think you understand how helpful this is. I’ve been so on the fence about becoming a health coach and really doing anything in this field. So many questions have been answered from this video and I just wanna say this has helped push me to do what I want in life !!!

[@HealthCoachKait]

SO happy to hear it was helpful! I tried to make the video I needed to watch when I was on the fence 😂

[@crappeeus13]

Kait ty so much for this video I been thinking of becoming a health coach myself & this info definitely gives me hope. I have a lot of experience & information I can share hopefully one day I get to be just like u ty again

[@HealthCoachKait]

🧡🧡

[@vikkitee4686]

Your hair is looking amazing lately ❤️

[@HealthCoachKait]

Thank you! I am actually getting it trimmed this afternoon 🙊

[@erichanson5628]

Great video Kait!

[@persophone4554]

Yay, not so little Zeus going for red light therapy - to keep his youthful glow! I think Zeus needs his personal red light since the panel didn't reach the ground.

[@HealthCoachKait]

The panel is on a pulley so it can go up or down 😁

[@SarahKleinerWellness]

Loved this look inside! I also find that since moving all my businesses online - I have really had to learn how to work smarter!!

[@kateaye3506]

This was a fantastic expose into your industry. I felt more knowledgable after watching this. You did so well with this video, Kait. Zeus cameos always welcome.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Thanks Kate! Glad you enjoyed the video! 😽😽

[@geenadhillon1044]

I'm a qualified health n wellness coach. After getting my diploma last year from Cadence in NSW I have not set up my biz. Reason being I can't handle pple giving excuses eating unhealthy 😊

[@HealthCoachKait]

It's important to remember that everyone starts somewhere 🙂 I know there was a time when I was making up excuses and thought it was impossible for me to lose weight. Because we have been brainwashed into thinking healthy = low calorie, low fat people think being healthy is a chore - and I don't blame them! But being a coach you can help them see that it does not have to be difficult!

[@geenadhillon1044]

@@HealthCoachKait thanks for the message Kait. I've been passionate about my health since in my 20s due to eczema. I just find people finding excuses to eat unhealthy. Oh can I drink a alcohol or go in 5:2 diet n eat crap n drink on weekends. Can we please exchange tel nos...I'm in WA😊

[@SchmittsPeter]

Health-choaching is probably really hard without social media today. As that is how many of especially the younger generations get aware of health-topics.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Depending on what your niche is, it is possible to be completely offline. If you are working with seniors for example 🙂

[@HealthCoachKait]

But yes, for younger generations and for reaching more people as a whole, you are right.

[@loulylouly8631]

This is such an amazing video, very well structured with so much valuable information 👍👍👍 thank you for sharing

[@finallycarnivore]

Thanks Kait! I'm a health coach too, but not so much online. This is an option I'd like to explore further.

[@HealthCoachKait]

🤗🤗

[@yasmingonzalez5497]

Hi did you go to university or did a certification instead?

[@XxDarkRaverxX]

Goodness, your day is busy! I wonder how someone who's a mom, homeschooler, and business owner already can do this. But it sounds amazing! I appreciate your insights! I'm an RN considering becoming a nurse health coach. Thank you for all this info! 😊

[@MTHealthandwellnesscoaching]

Thank you very much! It was very helpful all the information provided.

[@HealthCoachKait]

😁😁

[@lucidviolin1298]

Great video that really helped me put my frame of this business into perspective… I just wonder it FB is even good for a growing a biz now a days. What do you think? (Or anyone else think?)

[@ameliastuetzel7410]

Wow, thank you so very much for this video! This is something I have thought of doing for years!

[@HealthCoachKait]

Yay glad you found it helpful! I am so glad I went down this path 😄

[@violetgijon5043]

Hello! Are there any companies you know of that I could work as a health coach nurse? I am wanting some experience in coaching. Thank you

[@duanefrench3500]

Nice information to help me make a commitment.

[@airam6426]

This video was really helpful. This made me feel better about going this route as well as being a new or beginner Health Coach. !!!!!!❤😊❤

[@meryaguilar2807]

Hi Kait! Thanks for the information you shared on here! I'm in the process of setting up my nutrition and health coaching / counseling practice and am required to provide a NCAIS code for my business classification. I'm curious to see what you had selected for your health coaching practice? There doesn't seem to be an industry that fits the box squarely for this new space that we're operating in. Thanks!

[@joanblack6672]

Wow! Amazing, invaluable content! Thank you!

[@nihany7460]

Very very helpful Kait. Thank you for sharing

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@HealthCoachKait]

Hi Nihan! I made another video on health coaching you might find helpful 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXXQgXyqYrSsnZY

[@nihany7460]

@@HealthCoachKait Thank you Kait. I'm gonna watch it tonight

[@EvolverWellness]

Man, you started beautiful and just got more beautiful as the video went on...nothing like a successful, healthy, enthusiastic, generous, creative woman! I may do the Primal program too!

[@samarsalon]

Thank you for sharing ... what time do you wake up to start your day ?

[@HealthCoachKait]

Usually 6-7

[@Lucianaximenes1]

This video helps me so much!! Thanks

[@HealthCoachKait]

🥰🥰

[@jillianholt4721]

I have been following you for a while now and enjoy your posts on instagram. They are always so informative, clear + concise, and positive. I am considering a future in the health coach field, so I am especially grateful for this detailed video...love, love your tips and advice. Thanks for all the sharing and encouragement.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Thank you Jillian! 🥰 I am glad you found this video helpful. I get asked about a lot of these topics semi-regularly so figured I might as well make a video going into it all!

[@ewoolwine]

These were great tips and information. Thank you!

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@fionaquinn8777]

How much does squarespace cost?, it sounds difficult to get all these social media done, you're doing great

[@ithalia77]

How did you manage your schedule during that year and half before you quit. I am starting my journey currently, getting certified and am debating hiring a business coach (wonder about your thoughts on that). I feel like its a lot and wonder if I will be able to juggle everything involved with learning this field, building it up and starting a business all while working a 9-5

[@Bowerbird.]

Good morning Miss Kait 😊

[@HealthCoachKait]

Morning! 😁

[@perlabarbosa283]

Excellent video! So structured and clear, just like your routine : )

[@bleakachica]

So many great resources in this video. I had no idea Primal did health coaching! I really appreciate this day in the life overview. I'm also a structure junkie so the idea of working for myself is pretty intimidating.

[@BackyardEngineer334]

I ❤️ you Kait, you keep my mind right & keep me grinding.

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@Ivy9412]

Hi Kait! I have a question. So I've been drinking Kombucha for half a week now, ( I decided to do a week long challenge) to help restore my gut, reduce bloating, and to get some good bacteria in there. I suspect that I have candida and seeing as my sugar cravings have reduced massively since drinking Kombucha I think it's helping. My question is: Am I just damaging myself with something that isn't actually healthy? I know Kombucha has a ton of sugar but I felt like the lack of bloating and introduction of good bacteria made it worth. I just wanted to heal my gut because I know gut issues, inflammation etc are directly linked to brain fog, low energy and confusion. Thoughts on what I'm doing?

[@speedbuddy]

Add prebiotic with your prebiotic and add bone borth to your day

[@tracyreeb9899]

Thankyou Kait.

[@HealthCoachKait]

🥰🥰

[@MTNurse]

This was an excellent video I want to thank you for posting this it was very thorough comprehensive and very very informative.

[@HealthCoachKait]

My pleasure 🥰

[@omaramr7969]

How do you use canvas to get such awesome content?

[@HealthCoachKait]

I found a font/colour scheme I like and always stick to it! It's pretty easy once you have a template to just swap in whatever information you want 🙂 It does take a decent amount of time to create infographics, but once they are made, you can continue to reshare them so it's worth it!

[@glutenfreecocoa3538]

Hi! Thanks for the video. I am starting my own Health coaching business and would love to know if you still think it is a good career path?

[@HealthCoachKait]

Absolutely!

[@alinakorovina681]

Thank you for this!! I'm halfway through my Primal Health Coach certification, and this is a very welcome insight.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Awesome! All the best with your coaching career! 😁

[@alinakorovina681]

@@HealthCoachKait Whhhyyyy thank-a-you!

[@HealthCoachKait]

Hi Alina! I made another video on health coaching you might find helpful 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXXQgXyqYrSsnZY

[@alinakorovina681]

@@HealthCoachKait could you BE any more of a legend? Watching now!

[@arsalanmuhammad9704]

I’m currently a currency trader. And I’m doing pretty well. Even though I am thrilled by the idea of manifesting my own health mentorship business to life I’m I thinking their might be a complexity issue with scaling this sort of business since you’re left trading your time with clients for a dollar amount which deprives you to scale. Do you think there is a way to tackle that other them a digital course?

[@felishalinklater5765]

What app do you use to block your social media?

[@jaymartinez1757]

Hey Kait ! I have always been passionate about fitness and health. I am a big advocate for living a healthy life and making lifestyle changes. You’re video has encouraged me to begin taking steps to possibly becoming a health coach. Once I decide to begin a new KZbin channel specifically for health and wellness , what do you recommend I begin making videos about ? What was your first ever video that you posted ? Could you give some advice on that please (:

[@MarshelleHarris]

How do you record? And how do you learn to use Canva?

[@Bushcraft242]

As a master lifestyle coach months of training successful students

[@carlosp.3330]

Hi kait, I was wondering being a health coach if you have videos on enlarged prostate, and prostate health, and if so I'd love to here your take on this subject. I'd really value your opinion.being a suffer of this.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Hi Carlos! I don't have any videos on it right now, but I will add it to my to-do list!

[@donnayoung4289]

Yes, a lot of time and effort .

[@timmyjoel5792]

The way you eat the lamb then scoop some runny egg yolk is the best 😋

[@HealthCoachKait]

😁😁

[@summersalix]

Hey Kait, can u share some reputable but inexpensive brands of blue blocking glasses,especially something on Amazon? There are so many out there and I got duped into a brand that doesn't work at all...Would love your suggestions! Thanks so much!

[@HealthCoachKait]

Hi Bee! I work with BLUblox and cannot recommend them enough! Their prices are higher than the ones on Amazon, but I think it is worth it for the quality. Plus they have free worldwide shipping >$50 and right now they are having a sale with 25% off everything! You also have 30 days to return if you are not satisfied 🙂 hckait.com/blublox

[@summersalix]

@@HealthCoachKait oh cool, I'll check them out! Im not impressed with the ones I just bought so I'll check out the link... Thanks again Kait!

[@donnayoung4289]

Thank you

[@TheShortBuss06]

Hi there aspiring health coach here. Just fine she’s marks book “The Primal Blueprint”. I have a passion health and was wonder however, how much money are you making doing this?

[@HealthCoachKait]

At this point I run my company full-time with two salaried employees 🧡 to give you a sense.

[@FitFoodieNutritionist]

Thank you very much, I found this video very helpful, I am glad I found your channel :)

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@HealthCoachKait]

Hi Ati! I made another video on health coaching you might find helpful 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXXQgXyqYrSsnZY

[@evener225]

Great video! Why did you chose PHCI even if you do Keto/Carnivore? Mark is more like Paleo, isn’t he? I really love the contents “how to” become successful coach though.... I am Carnivore-ish like you. I am thinking either Keto/Carnivore coach course (offered by Maria Emmerich) or this one🤔

[@HealthCoachKait]

I started the PHCI program before I tried carnivore (actually I had done it for a week prior) 🙂 But the program did focus a lot on eating low carb, and only supplementing carbs if you're an athlete or at your goal weight and want to. Still heavily focused on LCHF! It did obviously talk about eating a wide range of low carb plants, which I think can work for a lot of people. But of course de-emphasis on the plants 😜 I haven't looked into Maria Emmerich'd program but honestly the business building component that came with PHCI took the program far and beyond what I could have hoped to have gotten from it. If I had to go back and do it all again I wouldn't even hesitate to choose PHCI again, there was nothing it was lacking.

[@evener225]

@@HealthCoachKait wow thank you for your reply! I really really appreciate your honest opinion!! Love your channel, keep up great work❤️

[@HealthCoachKait]

My pleasure! All the best on your journey to become a health coach 😁

[@geenadhillon1044]

You have motivated me a little though

[@Alicia-ei8fk]

It'ss my dream for years to become a health coach :)

[@HealthCoachKait]

It's a rewarding career! 😁

[@HealthCoachKait]

Hey Alicia! I made another video on health coaching you might find helpful 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXXQgXyqYrSsnZY

[@suepierce6110]

Hey Kait this may have mentioned in another comment but what do you use for a video editing?

[@HealthCoachKait]

Adobe premiere

[@crappeeus13]

I will like to be come a coach but I have no idea how to start 😢

[@HealthCoachKait]

Did you watch the video? 😂

[@crappeeus13]

Working on it ty

[@annamontemurno]

That was 👍 great! Thanks for sharing your experience, It was informative and fun!!!!!’

[@angieortega]

Really interested thanks.

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@summersalix]

How much would a newbie need to invest into being a health coach (ie a cert program, filming equipment, etc?)?

[@HealthCoachKait]

Certification programs are usually $2000+, I believe PHCI is now around $5,000. That is the biggest expense. Beyond that, you can start off taking photos and filming videos on your phone and upgrade as you go along. All my Instagram photos are mainly taken from my phone. Beyond the certification, you're probably looking at about $15/year to for your domain, I pay $14/month for my Squarespace plan.

[@HealthCoachKait]

I started off filming my videos on an old DLSR, and upgraded after about 6 months to the Canon G7x Mark II which is a couple hundred dollars. I have since upgraded again to a camera that has a plug-in for an external microphone as that was the one downside to the G7x.

[@summersalix]

@@HealthCoachKait thank you for such a kind and thorough reply! Health coaching has been somethubg I've longed to do for a while, but seems quite confusing to start. Your video was a great primer! My other concern is regarding taxes... Has that been difficult to navigate and figure out? What sort of things are health coaches able to deduct and how much of your income is recommended to put aside for taxes? It's a whole different way of working, which I'm sure has a learning curve... I really appreciate your sharing your experience with this video!

[@HealthCoachKait]

​@@summersalix My pleasure! I keep track of all my finances through Quickbooks and then bring everything to an accountant when it is time to file. Last year I was below the threshold and did not have to pay any, but this year it will be different. Are you in Australia? I have read it is recommended to set aside 30% of your income. We are just nearing the end of the financial year and I will be seeing an accountant in a couple of weeks to file - I will be able to give you more insight after that appointment! In terms of what you can claim, anything that is related to your business! I claimed the purchase of my camera, my laptop, all my subscriptions, my coaching certification, even my flight and ticket price to KetoCon last year (and this year although it has been rescheduled). My accountant even gave me a sheet to track how many hours a day I spend working in my home office and I will be able to claim expenses based on that as well.

[@summersalix]

@@HealthCoachKait thank u again for the great advice and info! It seems having an accountant is quite necessary, especially in the beginning. I live in Canada (but am from the USA) so I'm not sure what the differences are compared to Australia.... I'd have to check that out. This may be a weird question, but since we both are from a country different than the one we live in, do u have to pay global taxes (ie pay taxes to Canada and Australia?). I've heard this to be true in certain circumstances, but not sure if it's legit or not for the health coaching field. It sounds like this field gives a decent amt of deductions, which are quite helpful... And I'm sure it's imperative to be an astute record keeper as well! It seems like there is a lot of work behind the scenes but worth it if it's ones passion! Lastly, major Kudos on the growth of your business! I'm learning a lot from your videos, which have helped transition from a sickly vegan (resulting in an ileostomy/colectomy due to EDS) to a healing keto-carnivore whom wants to help others find their best health. Thanks for taking the time to reply with such detail... It really shows your integrity and passion for helping others! 🤗

[@TheLyfestyle23]

are you still using Squarespace

[@HealthCoachKait]

Yes! 😁 healthcoachkait.com

[@white1soul]

Do I have to have a bachelor degree in something related to nutrition or health?

[@HealthCoachKait]

No

[@white1soul]

@@HealthCoachKait Actualy, I want to become a ketogenic and carnivore health coach and I don't know where to start and which institution should I enroll in.. would you please guide me to the right informative component that helps me on my journey? Thank a lot ❤️

[@HealthCoachKait]

I talked about this in the video 🤗

[@v.a.n.e.]

Ahoy!

[@HealthCoachKait]

G'day!

[@uaebifvideo5472]

Hi,Kait In your episode of intermittent fasting guide for beginners, you mentioned dry fasting then you said it's a topic on its own. I really want to hear your thoughts about dry fasting, if you did ,please share a link to it !! THANK YOU for your simplifying the info ,very reasonable guidelines which some KZbin channels just make it look like rocket science. 🙏🌹❤. Your follower from UAE .

[@acornsucks2111]

Very nice.

[@mikeschmidt3382]

You’re so cute, I admire your devotion as well.

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@shifacoaching3517]

I am an online health coach too and love that even the smallest step towards a healthy lifestyle can improve health and overall wellbeing in such a huge way 🌱♥️ everyone is different and there is no diet or lifestyle for everyone, it is personal and unique and a health coach guides you the way ♥️

[@brimech73]

Photo bombed by the cat!,,,

[@HealthCoachKait]

Always haha

[@MikefromTexas1]

Jesus, you get right up on those lights! Do you actually have to be so close, or is that just how you prefer it?

[@HealthCoachKait]

You want to be close for the most benefit!

[@reyreyes6126]

I love the red light therapy portion...

[@justhereforagoodtime88]

Is salmonella still a concern with eating raw eggs?

[@HealthCoachKait]

No. They cook in the broth anyway.

[@takeoffyourblinkers]

Kaity 😷🤗

[@HealthCoachKait]

What's the mask for?!!

[@Bowerbird.]

@@HealthCoachKait Frog germs 😆

[@takeoffyourblinkers]

@@HealthCoachKait clicked wrong one 😢

[@takeoffyourblinkers]

@@Bowerbird. Bird germs, like birdbrain flu 😉

[@Bowerbird.]

@@takeoffyourblinkers Touché 😁

[@shawnbowen6833]

Tip 1 to becoming a health coach: Dont have my body...

[@HealthCoachKait]

Don't say that Shawn 😣 You being in the middle of your journey can help you be more relatable

[@controlyourfuture5477]

Wow what a sexy shot. I never thought you'd do it. Good job! Even thou you didn't show anything that took guts!