In this insightful episode of the Coaching Business Spotlight, join Kat Knecht and coach and author Cat Williford as they explore the integration of creative expression within the coaching profession, specifically the theme of “Inspirational Entertainment.” They discuss how coaches can use their unique stories and experiences to inspire and connect with clients, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in their practice.
In this episode, Kat and Cat talk about:
- The role of creative expression in enhancing your coaching career.
- The significance of using personal stories for inspiration and client connection.
- Cat’s coaching journey, highlighting her early career in theater.
- The concept of “Inspirational Entertainment” in coaching.
- The importance of vulnerability and being moved by clients’ stories.
- Strategies for authentic business promotion and connecting with the audience.
- The pitfalls of following generic business models and the importance of individuality.
- The idea of infotainment: combining education with creativity and authenticity.
- The impact of personal experiences on coaching style and business.
- The importance of trusting oneself and being wary of following others’ paths too closely.
- Embracing different expressions of coaching based on personality, whether extroverted or introverted.
- The role of writing and sharing personal stories in the context of coaching.
- The significance of understanding and listening to one’s body for personal and client growth.
- The challenges of adopting certain business strategies that don’t align with personal authenticity.
For 30 years, Cat Williford has helped thousands of women to overcome debilitating self-criticism, fear, and imposter syndrome into experiencing outrageous levels of self-love, authentic confidence, and success on their terms.
In her book, “The Ovarian Chronicles: Expectations – Heartache – Resilience,” Cat details the story of how she lost sight of navigating her future as her body’s knowing became secondary to someone else’s desires and reality. A wake-up call potential cancer diagnosis put her at a crossroad of decisions. Her vulnerable honesty gives women permission to get real, forgive, heal, and recover their own resilience.
Cat’s coaching, keynotes, retreats, and writing are infused with ceremony, magic, truth, tools, strategies, abundant laughter and always love.
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