159 | 8 Tiny Habits to Get Your First 10 Coaching Clients in 2026

Discover eight simple habits that can help you build real, steady momentum in your coaching business. Joanna Lott shares the honest truth about what actually creates paying clients and why qualifications alone aren’t enough. Drawing on her own early missteps and the small shifts that changed everything, she breaks down the eight habits that made the difference.This episode is valuable for qualified coaches who feel capable but inconsistent, because it replaces overwhelm with clear, practical habits that actually lead to paying clients.Timestamps00:00 – Qualified but Not Paid02:00 – The Time Audit Wake-Up Call03:00 – Your Daily Pipeline Date04:00 – The Power of One06:00 – Automate the Boring Stuff07:00 – Implement Within 24 Hours09:00 – Playing the Long Game11:00 – The Skill That Changes EverythingIf you’re ready to stop circling and start building something that feels solid, these habits will give you a clear place to begin. Choose one, act on it this week, and let steady action, not overthinking, move your business forward.Useful LinksLearn about The Business of Coaching programmeSignature Solution CourseDownload the Free Digital version of Coaches' Planner (NEW edition 2026)Free 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.