EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 25 MIN
Why We Paid $30,000 for Help (And What We Expect to Learn) | Ep 51
from Change Champions · host Riley McGhee and Pedram Parasmand
Newsletter for stories, tips and resources: leverageaccelerator.coCommunity to create more sales opportunities using relationship-first business development habits: networkandsell.comWe just got accepted into a $30,000 coaching programme. And in this behind-the-scenes episode, we break down exactly why we made that decision.This isn’t about hype or “leveling up” for the sake of it. It’s about something more honest: we hit a point in our business where effort alone wasn’t enough to create consistent growth. We were solving problems… but new ones kept appearing.In this episode, we talk about:Why even experienced coaches still need coachingThe bottlenecks that kept us stuck between growth stagesWhat we hope to learn (especially around content, sales, and leverage)The tension between figuring it out yourself vs getting helpThe personal reasons behind the investment — time, family, and lifestyleWe also share the mindset shift that changed everything for us: being the kind of client we want to attract.If you’re a coach, consultant, or facilitator trying to grow your business without burning out — this will give you a clear, honest look at what it actually takes to move forward.Hosted by Riley and Ped, co-founders of Leverage Accelerator.Timestamps:00:00 Why we joined a $30,000 coaching programme00:40 Getting accepted and what Black Belt is01:57 Why we’re happy to share we’re getting help03:30 Growth mindset, learning, and serving clients better04:39 Why experience beats figuring it out alone06:10 The growth ceiling we kept hitting08:09 Why now was the right time to invest10:28 What we hope to learn from the programme13:17 The real content lesson we want to improve15:00 Adapting what we learn to our own audience16:29 Systems, positioning, and our unique strengths17:18 Letting go of insecurity around asking for help17:49 Pressure, integrity, and being a good client19:28 Relief, accountability, and shortening the learning cycle20:50 Did we wait too long to do this?22:26 The personal reasons behind the investment23:20 Why helping people has to come first24:45 Why we’re documenting this journey
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Newsletter for stories, tips and resources: leverageaccelerator.coCommunity to create more sales opportunities using relationship-first business development habits: networkandsell.comWe just got accepted into a $30,000 coaching programme. And in this behind-the-scenes episode, we break down exactly why we made that decision.This isn’t about hype or “leveling up” for the sake of it. It’s about something more honest: we hit a point in our business where effort alone wasn’t enough to create consistent growth. We were solving problems… but new ones kept appearing.In this episode, we talk about:Why even experienced coaches still need coachingThe bottlenecks that kept us stuck between growth stagesWhat we hope to learn (especially around content, sales, and leverage)The tension between figuring it out yourself vs getting helpThe personal reasons behind the investment — time, family, and lifestyleWe also share the mindset shift that changed everything for us: being the kind of client we want to attract.If you’re a coach, consultant, or facilitator trying to grow your business without burning out — this will give you a clear, honest look at what it actually takes to move forward.Hosted by Riley and Ped, co-founders of Leverage Accelerator.Timestamps:00:00 Why we joined a $30,000 coaching programme00:40 Getting accepted and what Black Belt is01:57 Why we’re happy to share we’re getting help03:30 Growth mindset, learning, and serving clients better04:39 Why experience beats figuring it out alone06:10 The growth ceiling we kept hitting08:09 Why now was the right time to invest10:28 What we hope to learn from the programme13:17 The real content lesson we want to improve15:00 Adapting what we learn to our own audience16:29 Systems, positioning, and our unique strengths17:18 Letting go of insecurity around asking for help17:49 Pressure, integrity, and being a good client19:28 Relief, accountability, and shortening the learning cycle20:50 Did we wait too long to do this?22:26 The personal reasons behind the investment23:20 Why helping people has to come first24:45 Why we’re documenting this journey
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