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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 22 MIN

Ep 222: From Employee to Self-Employed Coach: The Identity Shift That Changes Everything

from The Wholehearted Business Show · host Laura Agar

Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here!Becoming fully self-employed as a coach is the dream for so many of us, but nobody really warns you about the identity shift that comes with it. The logistics of setting up a business can be quite straightforward but what actually happens internally when you make this jump? That's what we're exploring in this episode.Tune in to learn:Why going from employed to self-employed is such a significant identity shift (and why it's normal to feel wobbly about it)What you might unexpectedly miss from your employed role -- and how to fill those gapsThe habits that can creep in during this transition that quietly undermine your businessHow to design a working week that supports your life rather than recreating the nine to fiveWhy building self-trust is the most important thing you can do to succeed as a self-employed coachCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode.Laura's links:Laura's websiteLaura's InstagramLaura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode:Wholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraShould you Coach for Free?How planning in ‘mini seasons’ helps me reach my coaching business goalsIf you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you…✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you.💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success.🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

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