152 | From Burnt-out HR Director to Thriving Career Coach

What does it really look like to build a coaching business over time? In this episode, Jo interviews her first-ever paying Business of Coaching client, Lorraine Eivers, who shares her key learnings and reflections from the past four and a half years of building her business.Timestamps[00:01:00] Lorraine’s background and burnout[00:03:10] Why she joined The Business of Coaching[00:05:20] Finding her niche in HR leaders[00:09:30] Overcoming fear of LinkedIn visibility[00:13:10] Gratitude, confidence, and unexpected creativity[00:16:00] How her business works today[00:19:00] Advice for coaches earlier in the journeyThis conversation is a reminder that steady growth, honest support, and aligned choices can quietly transform both a business and a life.“It’s never too late. Believe in yourself, build your community, and ask for help.” - Lorraine EiversChoose one small, honest action this week that supports the business you actually want to build, not the one you think you should want.Useful LinksLorraine's websiteLearn about The Business of Coaching programmeSignature Solution CourseDownload the Free Digital version of Coaches' Planner (NEW edition 2026)Grow Your Business Without the Tech Overwhelm - One Stop Coach ShopFree Essential AI Toolkit – 2 Must-Have Prompts for CoachesHow to secure more coaching clients' free trainingDownload the 12 ways to get clients nowConnect 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.