EP 368 - The Introvert Coach's Secret: Why Substack Works Better Than TikTok

Learn how to build a coaching business on Substack without relying on social media. This conversation offers a practical path for introverted coaches and creators. If you are an introverted business owner looking for a more sustainable way to connect with your audience, this episode is for you. Substack might be the exact place you've been looking for.If you're new to my podcast, my name is Debbie Shadid. I'm a Business Growth and Life Coach and the founder of the Business Building Boutique. For over two decades, I've helped women learn how to become coaches, get clients, grow their businesses, and create meaningful income doing work they love.In this episode, I'm joined by my friend Gail Keyes-Allen, who left a corporate accounting career in her sixties, built a coaching business, rebuilt it after it fell apart, and reinvented herself as a writer. Her story is proof that it's never too late to bet on yourself.Gail is a Business and Money Coach who spent the last 16 years of her career as an accountant before leaving in 2021 to coach full time. Today she helps women reclaim their voice, own their expertise, and get paid without apology. She's certified by The Life Coach School and is a contributing author to the international bestselling anthology Radical Freedom. Her channel covers money, manifestation, self-development, and real talk about thriving after heartbreak, helping women create a life that's richer in every way.Ready to talk about your next step? Book a call with me here:https://debbieshadid.com/scheduleConnect with Gail:Substack: https://substack.com/@gailkeyesallenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gailkeyesallenYouTube: https://youtube.com/@gailkeyesallenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gailkallenConnect with me, Debbie Shadid:Website: https://www.debbieshadid.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/0:00 Why Substack is a Haven for Introverted Coaches0:40 From Corporate Accountant to Coaching Success3:52 The Power of Questioning Your Own Thoughts7:43 Scaling Your Business Without a Strategy11:03 Choosing a New Identity as a Coach and Writer17:23 The Secret to Launching a Course in Ten Days25:17 Is Substack the Right Move for Your Coaching?Tired of spinning in indecision about what to post, how to sell your coaching, or explain what you do? This is your moment!Join me for a live edition of Fast Track + VIP coaching experiences where you'll get real-time feedback on your niche, offers, and marketing, plus the clarity and support you've been looking for.Spots are limited and enrollment closes soon.Let’s connect → DebbieShadid.com/scheduleLet’s connect!Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com Instagram @debbieshadidSubscribe on YouTube#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool