The Art Of Coaching

Rejection is tough.

It can make you feel disrespected and insulted, doubt your skill and value, and even cause you to give up on your efforts completely.

On the other hand, rejection can be one of the most useful forms of feedback you’ll ever receive, and can even result in a more creative and optimal product or service if you handle it the right way.

In today’s episode, I break down and analyze a real life case study - a situation where an individual’s proposal was rejected - and expand on the reasons why her initial response didn’t lead to her desired result and how she can handle it differently in the future.

Specifically, I talk about:

• Why rejection can be so difficult to handle (7:05)
• How to create a zone of possible agreements (15:20)
• How to benefit from rejection (27:15)
• Ways to practice handling rejection & your negotiation skills (32:20)

Referenced Resources:

Free Download: Building Trust & Buy-In

E207: How Perception Impacts Communication & Relationships

E210: Assertiveness: How To Ask For What You Want & Get What You Need

E281: How To Get Better At Receiving Feedback

Free Quiz: What Drives You?

Communication & Leadership Workshop: The Apprenticeship

Brand Builder Workshop

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Do you use social media or does it use you?

Whether you’re a small business owner like myself or an individual trying to develop their brand, social media can be a powerful tool. But if you have an interest in reaching more people and doing so authentically, having a strategy is essential.

Today, we are talking to The Movement Maestro (Shanté Cofield) about building a loyal following, choosing your platform, why you DON’T want to go viral and the importance of humor. If you’ve ever felt fake, overwhelmed or generally wary when interacting on social media, you’re not going to want to miss this episode.

Physical therapist turned entrepreneur, Dr. Shanté Cofield, aka The Movement Maestro, is the founder of The Movement Maestro LLC, a social-media based company that provides both online and in-person education for movement professionals around the world. Shanté’s passion for digital business has helped her amass a social media following of over 57,000 people, become an international speaker, and launch her own podcast, Maestro on the Mic. Shanté’s professional pursuits now center around providing business coaching to movement professionals, with a focus on brand strategy and community development in the ever-growing digital marketplace.

Connect with The Movement Maestro:

Via Instagram: @themovementmaestro

Via her website: https://themovementmaestro.com/

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What is it that you want to put out into the world? What are you good at? What are the questions that you get over and over again, and honestly, you’re a little tired of answering?

The answer to these questions is your “zone of genius,” and it’s the best place to start when it comes to product or service development.

Today’s quick hitter focuses specifically on a proven business strategy that will help you make your first moves toward successful entrepreneurship. The main points include:

• How to get the feedback you need to start creating your offering(s)
• The self-limiting behaviors to look out for that could keep you from moving forward
• The data points you need to look at when evaluating your first iterations
• How not to respond to your first results

Referenced Resources:

E290: Entrepreneur Essentials PT 1: Where To Start & Mistakes To Avoid

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There are some seriously interesting people at the airport... You know them, you’ve seen them, hey maybe you are them!

From Security Gate Suzy to Food Court Freddie, on today’s episode we’re breaking down the magical creatures you’re bound to spot during your next trip.

And don’t worry, today’s show isn't meant to be serious, we’re just having fun. So sit back, relax and enjoy some good natured laughs in the form of commentary on hilarious (and annoying) airport archetypes.

And if you aren’t sure what we are talking about- you will soon!

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As a business owner, author, and someone who has gone through a career transition, I often get asked by others - “how did you do it?”

This simple question has paved the way for some of our most popular services at Art of Coaching - our Brand Builder live workshop and our group mentorship The Coalition - because there are so many things that go into the answer. It’s a complex subject that requires so much more than the 10X Tips & Hacks you see all over social media.

However, there are some simple yet critical things that if you don’t get them right, nothing else matters. And those are the things I cover in today’s episode. Specifically, I’ll speak on:

• How to get ruthlessly clear about what it is you do, establishing your niche (8:15)
• How to identify who your competitors are and aren’t (12:20)
• The start-up costs you’ll need to consider (20:20)
• The consequences of not owning your digital real estate (27:50)

Referenced Resources:

E193: What To Charge For Your Time & Expertise: A Deep Dive

Brand Builder

The Coalition

Clarity Webinar

Selfish Webinar

E259: Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism

Free Download: How To Overcome Imposter Phenomenon

If this episode gave you useful information and you want more, we have you covered! Sign up for our upcoming BRAND BUILDER WORKSHOP. In Phoenix, AZ October 7th & 8th, 2023, this interactive event will give you access to myself and other members of the Art of Coaching team. We will give you the time, attention, and resources you need to vet your ideas and feel confident in the next steps you need to take to be successful. You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else so sign up today to get the results you're looking for!

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