Real Talk for Coaches
by Reid Ready Life Coaching, LLC
This podcast is for new and aspiring coaches. We will talk about all things coaching. From industry trends, to how to expand your business, and all the stuff in between, we will learn, grow and journey together as I bring you information, solutions, and topics that are important to professional coaches.
Episodes
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One Step Back to Move Forward
Sometimes we choose a step back. Sometimes life chooses it for us. Whether it's a layoff, divorce, career transition, financial hardship, toxic work environment, or an opportunity that requires sacrificing comfort for growth, many of the people we coach arrive feeling frustrated, discouraged, or...
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Are You Helping Your Clients "Ripen" or "Die" on Their Vine?
Growth hurts. Sometimes it feels exciting and hopeful. Sometimes it feels like a kick in the ass. And that's the honest-to-goodness truth. But here's what most coaches get wrong: they believe effective coaching should always leave clients feeling better, happier, more confident. When discomfort...
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Imposter Syndrome Through a Coaching Lens: It's Not a Confidence Problem
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Coach Dawn dives into one of her favorite topics—and one of the most misunderstood: imposter syndrome. Too often, imposter syndrome gets reduced to low confidence, self-doubt, or feeling like you aren't good enough. But from a coaching perspective, that's...
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What Coaching Really Is (and Why People Get It Wrong)
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Coach Dawn gets real—like, really real—about a frustrating (and very public) misconception: “Don’t hire a life coach.” After hearing a billionaire dismiss coaching entirely, she breaks down what that statement gets wrong—and why misunderstandings like…
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AI, Human-Centered Coaching, and Ethics
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Coach Dawn takes a grounded, no-fluff look at what AI actually means for coaching today, both behind the scenes in your business and directly inside the coaching partnership. You'll hear two clear lanes: (1) using AI as a business owner to reduce admin…
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Life Coaching Through a Whole‑Person Lens: What It Really Means
Life Coaching Through a Whole‑Person Lens: What It Really Means In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Coach Dawn takes a grounded, research‑informed look at life coaching and what it really means—beyond the misconception that it’s “too broad” or not specific enough. Through a whole‑person…
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Shadow Work & Imperfect Coaches: When Your Humanity Helps (or Hurts) the Session
In this powerful episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Reid and Coach William unpack a topic that doesn’t get discussed enough in the coaching industry: shadow work and the myth of the perfect coach. Does your shadow lead your coaching… or sabotage it? They explore the difference between...
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The Business of Coaching: Profit vs. Purpose (Can You Scale Impact Without Selling Your Soul?)
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Reid and Coach William get real about a topic many coaches avoid: money. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable charging for your services, worried about sounding “salesy,” or struggled with the tension between helping people and making a profit,...
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Neutrality or Necessity? Coaching Through Politics, Power, and Social Justice
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Reid and Coach Will dive into one of the most complex challenges coaches face today: navigating politics and social justice in the coaching space. As political polarization and global social issues increasingly affect clients’ lives, coaches…
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The Truth About Digital Nomadism: Cultural Responsiveness in Coaching & What Coaches Without Borders Must Know
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Reid and Coach William Glover dive into the real truth behind digital nomad coaching — beyond the Instagram posts and travel aesthetics. After spending several months coaching internationally from Thailand, Dr. Reid shares firsthand insights…
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How to Navigate Life Changes: Coaching Strategies for Major Transitions, Identity Shifts, and Growth
Life doesn’t stand still—and neither do we. In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Reid, PCC and Coach Will dive into how major life transitions impact our mindset, relationships, sexuality, and overall well-being. From marriage, divorce, and parenting to aging, career shifts, and...
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Culturally Responsive Coaching: Understanding Identity, Beliefs & Biases
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Reid, PCC and Coach Will explore the core principles of culturally responsive coaching and why culture plays a meaningful role in every coaching session. Dr. Reid breaks down how cultural identities, upbringing, values, and lived experiences...
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Sex Coaching vs. Sex Therapy – Understanding the Difference
In this week’s Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Reid, PCC, and Coach William Glover unpack the distinctions between sex coaching and sex therapy, including when clients should pursue one over the other. Dr. Reid shares insights from her own coaching experience—covering sensitive, real-world...
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Why Business Development Feels Like Torture for Coaches
In this solo episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn Reid unpacks why business development often feels overwhelming for coaches—and how to make it easier. From overcoming imposter syndrome to reframing sales as relationship-building, Dr. Reid shares practical strategies to help coaches grow...
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Coaching for the Senses: Unlocking Multisensory Transformation
In this dynamic episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will explore the power of multisensory coaching and how engaging the full spectrum of senses—sight, sound, movement, touch, even intuition—can deepen transformation for clients. Learn how mindfulness, guided...
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The Dark Side of Motivation: Rethinking Hustle Culture in Coaching
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will take a bold look at the “dark side” of hustle culture and its often-hidden impact on motivation, identity, and wellness—especially for coaches, leaders, and high achievers. From toxic productivity to gender, culture,...
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Dr. Dawn Reid’s Coaching Journey
In this special episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Coach Will interviews the heart behind the Reid Ready brand—Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid. Get an inside look at her personal journey from overwhelmed PhD student and aspiring therapist to certified coach, entrepreneur, and thought leader. Dr. Reid opens...
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Coaching the Whole Person: Unlocking Growth With Jasari Kweli, CAAT, and BRAVE Models
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn Reid and Coach Will dive into the art of coaching the whole person, exploring why authentic, person-centered approaches matter in every coaching session. Discover practical frameworks and techniques that help clients find courage, truth, and...
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Recenter and Refocus: Essential Techniques Every Coach Needs for Stronger Client Impact
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will tackle the “reset revolution” and break down essential techniques for recentering during coaching sessions. Learn exactly how to keep your conversations impactful, focused, and transformative. The two main definitions...
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Mastering Active Listening: Techniques for Coaches to Hear What Clients Aren’t Saying
Unlock the secrets of active listening in coaching with Dr. Dawn Reid and Coach Will on this episode of Real Talk For Coaches. Learn actionable techniques to deepen your coaching practice and avoid common pitfalls. The three levels of listening and how they impact effective coaching The…
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Sacred Silence in Coaching: How Presence and Pausing Lead to Profound Change
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will dig into the transformative power of holding space and sacred silence in coaching. Discover practical strategies to enhance your presence and create breakthroughs for your clients. The importance of sacred silence and...
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The Emotional Labor of Coaching: Navigating the Dark Side
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, hosts Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will delve into the often-overlooked challenges of the coaching profession. They discuss the delicate balance coaches must maintain to navigate the emotional complexities of their work. Topics explored include: The...
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Exploring the Power of Presence in Coaching: How to Stay Engaged?
In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, hosts Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will tackle the essential skill of being truly present with clients. Discover practical techniques for staying in the moment and navigating the common challenges coaches face. Topics we explore in this episode…
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Understanding ICF, BCC, EMCC, and IAC Coaching Bodies -Standardizing the Coaching Industry
Unlock the journey to becoming a certified coach with our in-depth discussion on coaching credentials. Join Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will as they delve into the world of coaching standards, ethics, and organizations. Topics explored include: Explore the key differences among major…
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The Importance of Coach Development & Training
Join Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will as they explore the essential aspects of coach development in this insightful episode of Real Talk for Coaches. Discover the importance of staying updated and the impact it has on your coaching journey. Topics explored include: Explore the purpose and...
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Exploring Secure Leadership: Impact on Organizations and Developing Effective Leaders
Join Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reed and Coach Will in an exciting episode of Real Talk for Coaches, where they take a closer look at the future of coaching. With humor and insight, they explore the trends that are expected to shape the coaching industry by 2025. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just...
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Adapting Coaching Strategies During Challenging Times for DEIB
Join Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reed and Coach Will in this episode of Real Talk for Coaches as they explore the evolving landscape of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within the coaching industry. Understand the impact of recent political changes and executive orders on DEIB practices.…
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How DISC Assessment Enhances Leadership, Family Dynamics, and Personal Communication
Join Dr. Dawn Reid and Coach Will in this episode of Real Talk for Coaches as they explore the intricacies of human behavior and communication through the DISC assessment. Discover how understanding your DISC style can enhance both professional and personal relationships. In this episode, we…
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Exploring Top Coaching Trends for 2025: Diversity, AI, Hybrid Models, and Niche Specialization
Join Dr. Dawn C. Reid and Coach Will in an exciting episode of Real Talk for Coaches, where they take a closer look at the future of coaching. With humor and insight, they explore the trends that are expected to shape the coaching industry by 2025. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just…
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Sitting with Stress
In this pod-reel bonus session, Dr. Reid shares insights and perspectives about processing chaos, stress and uncertainty. She breaks down being with big feelings, strong emotions, and flowing in space of the unknown, e.g., sitting with stress-feelings.
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Self-Prioritization for Coaches
In this pod-reel bonus session, Dr. Reid explores why its essential for coaches to self-prioritize, how to reframe overwhelming tasks, and how self-prioritization is good for them and their clients.
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How coaching influences coaches?
In this bonus pod-reel, Dr. Reid chats about the influence of coaching on the coach. She shares insights on how practice makes improvement, and studies support that coaching influence the future effectiveness on coaching professionals.
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Oct 2022 Ep - Ya Gotta Start Somewhere
In this episode, Coach Dawn welcomes you all back and gets right into the topic "ya gotta start somewhere" to achieve success. Coach Dawn is direct on explaining the importance of knowing where you want to be, being intentional and clear on what your focus is, when you are not sure where to start...
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May: Coaching on Self-Care - Helping Clients Pause
In this episode, Coach Vanessa and I give you real talk on helping coaching clients "pause." This was one of our powerful discussions and w/Coach V., you know we get rejuvenate coaches to strive for their best! Remember, to like, share and subscribe. You can also tell us what topics are important...
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APR 2022 - Maintaining Coaching Accountability
As we know, coaching is a partnership. And, that includes accountability. The role of the coach is to partner with the coachee to identify 1) how the coachee will hold themselves accountable, 2) how the coachee sees the coach holding accountability, and 3) how the coach holds themselves...
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MAR 2022 - Coaching the Client, Not the Problem
Listen now to me and my special guest, Coach Janneh as we discuss "Coaching the Client, Not the Problem." If you are interested in being a coach or how to shift your mindset as a coach, you do not want to miss this episode. This topic is going to help you correct one of the biggest mistakes…
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Feb 2022 - Coaching on Sex & Intimacy
Listen now to Dr. Dawn C. Reid, and her special guest, Coach Joi Gedeon, as they discuss "Coaching on Sex & Intimacy." During the live recording these two amazing coaches have a candid discussion about the difference between sex and intimacy, what sex & intimacy coaching is and how this is a...
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Real Talk - Special Spotlight Episode with James Anderson Jr.
We are so excited to launch our first Sponsor Spot Light episode of Real Talk for Coaches. In this episode, entrepreneur and author, James Anderson, Jr., share with us his mental and physical path back to himself as we discuss his book, Doodles of a Survivor: Journey Back to James. This will be…
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Jan 2022 - Not Setting Goals
To start off the new year, Coach Meshia and I talked about how not setting goals is a better approach than how to set them and why focusing on new year's resolutions may do more harm than good in your goal attainment success. This topic will benefit both non-coaches and coaching professionals.
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NOV: De-stress & Rest for the Holidays
We all love the festivities of the holidays. Its a time for great food, enjoying family and friends, gift giving and holiday shopping. The season feels alive with music, joy and good will. And, yet, its also very stressful. There is preparation, cooking, cleaning and crowded malls or stores. Not…
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OCT: Tapping into Your Inner Boldness
Listen to this incredible conversation with our host, Coach Dawn, and her special guests, certified life coach Shereka Littlejohn Dunston and certified life coach Dr. Andrieka J. Austin. These dynamic coaches discuss the consequences and realities of not identify "inner-boldness" within ourselves...
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SEP: How to get back into your groove?
Listen to this amazing discussion among thriving coaches. Our host, Coach Dawn, and her special guests, Business Coach, Chrystal Green and Life Coach, LaTasha Jones, discuss the challenges or transitioning from summer to fall and jump starting goals, what we can do to regain motivation, and their...
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JUN - Stop Trying to be Happy
Listen to me, Coach Latasha and Coach Chris as we get real, personal, and close about the myths of trying to be happy and how we just need to stop, in order to discover what joy truly is. For our last episode for the season we shared our thoughts on: •The happiness myth and illusion •What it…
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MAY: Diving Deeper & Leaning in to Get Results
Our May episode focuses on what it means for coaches to help clients lean in, dig deep and leverage the information in the session to help coachee's get results. In this discussion with my special guest, Vanessa Green, we cover: •What does it mean to dig deeper and lean in? •What are ways we can...
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APR: Getting Your House In Order - What Does This Mean for Coaches?
me and my special guest Kristina Garrison-Clark as we discuss "getting your house in order" and what this means for coaches! Get ready for a candid discussion about being a professional vs. messy coach and how that impacts your practice and brand. This discussion was inspired by the recent news…
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MAR: Seeking to Comprehend vs. Being Understood
Part of great communication is taking time to comprehend the other person's values, asks, wants, and point of view. However, humans tend to focus more on their own needs and communicate in a way that is about being understand. In this episode, Coach Dawn & Coach Christina have a frank discussion…
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FEB: How Can Coaches of Color Improve Their Visibility in the Coaching Industry
As I speak and work with coaches of color often, I can share with certainty that there are a few misgivings and issues with how visible coaches of color, specifically those who identify as Black or African American,, are in the industry. Some share they were the only person of color in their...
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JAN: How NOT to fall short of your goals?
If you missed this episode, you missed a treat! Me and my special guest, Daniella Smiles disuss why people do not acheive their goals, and we give you concret ways to help you improve goal attainment outcomes. Coach Daniella gives her SMART-DEPS model, and Coach Dawn shares her SMART-R goals…
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The business of coaching
Are you Reid Ready for real talk? I hope you are! We have an exciting episode tonight---you know with the last show of the season, we must end with a BOOM! My special guests, Atiiba Page, Christina Callaway and Natisha Willis, are going to help me. We are going to do a deep-dive, no holds...
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Why Coaches Need a VA
In this episode, Coach Dawn chat with Jasmine Monk, MBA, CEO of Jasmine & Co., a provider of Virtual Assistant services. If you are thinking about hiring a VA or have had issues in the past when you outsourced, work, this segement is exactly what you need! Jasmine offers great "nuggets" of info...
About this show
This podcast is for new and aspiring coaches. We will talk about all things coaching. From industry trends, to how to expand your business, and all the stuff in between, we will learn, grow and journey together as I bring you information, solutions, and topics that are important to professional coaches.
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Reid Ready Life Coaching, LLC
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