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Natural Born Coaches

Natural Born Coaches

Marc Mawhinney 976 Episodes Aug 17, 2026

Marc Mawhinney helps coaches grow their businesses by interviewing successful guests like John Lee Dumas, Rich Litvin, and Steve Chandler. The podcast shares insights on becoming a better coach and building a thriving coaching practice.

Episodes

Episode #987: Sheryl Plouffe: The Anatomy of a $10K, $25K and $100K Offer
Episode #987: Sheryl Plouffe: The Anatomy of a $10K, $25K and $100K Offer Aug 17, 2026 25:48 What's the difference between a $10K, $25K, and $100K coaching offer, and why should every coach have one? Today's episode features Sheryl Plouffe, CEO of ICONMAKER, who joins Marc to break down the anatomy of high ticket offers, explain a results-linked payment model that flips the traditional guarantee on its head, and make the case that coaches should start with high ticket from day one rather
Episode #986: Brittany Wilson: What a Low-Tech Entrepreneur Learned Building an App in the Agentic Era
Episode #986: Brittany Wilson: What a Low-Tech Entrepreneur Learned Building an App in the Agentic Era Aug 10, 2026 24:39 Could AI actually make you a better coach without replacing you? Today's episode features Brittany Wilson, founder of Loop Up, who joins Marc to talk about the agentic era, why coaches will never be replaced by AI, and how her platform helps clients maintain momentum between coaching sessions so their progress doesn't stall the moment the call ends! Do you have something that helps coaches, like a
Episode #985: Brian Parana: The Core Four Areas Every Coach Needs To Master Before Burning Out
Episode #985: Brian Parana: The Core Four Areas Every Coach Needs To Master Before Burning Out Aug 3, 2026 31:05 What does your health have to do with the quality of your coaching? Everything, according to today's guest! Brian Parana, founder of the Call to Rise 100-Day Fat Loss Challenge and host of the Driven for Health podcast, joins Marc to talk about why so many coaches are running on empty, the four things every busy entrepreneur needs to prioritize, and why taking care of yourself isn't a luxury, but
Episode #984: Kae Wagner: Getting Off The Customer Acquisition Rollercoaster for Good to Own Your Future
Episode #984: Kae Wagner: Getting Off The Customer Acquisition Rollercoaster for Good to Own Your Future Jul 27, 2026 22:52 Is AI quietly undermining the trust your coaching clients have in you, and if so, what can you do about it? Today's episode features Kae Wagner, returning for her third appearance on the show, to talk about the two realities every coach needs to face right now, why the customer acquisition rollercoaster is wearing coaches down, and how owning your inbox could be the most important business decisio
Episode #983: Susan Jarema and Rei McColley: The Neuroscience Of Communication Every Coach Needs To Know
Episode #983: Susan Jarema and Rei McColley: The Neuroscience Of Communication Every Coach Needs To Know Jul 20, 2026 29:37 What if understanding how your brain actually works could change the way you coach, communicate, and handle stress…in a matter of seconds? Today's episode features Susan Jarema, founder of Grand Connection, and Rei McColley, neuroscience educator and lead trainer of the NeuroSelf Mastery Program, who join Marc to break down the science of brain networks, mental looping, and why flow isn't just som
Episode #982: Terri Levine: Why Freedom Has To Be Designed On Purpose (And How To Start Today)
Episode #982: Terri Levine: Why Freedom Has To Be Designed On Purpose (And How To Start Today) Jul 13, 2026 25:19 What happens when a coach lands 30 clients in 30 days, and then ends up absolutely hating her business? Terri Levine, founder of Heartrepreneur, returns to join Marc for her fifth appearance on the show to talk about building a business you actually love, why freedom has to be designed on purpose, and what it really takes to build something worth selling one day! Ready to fall in love with your bu
Episode #981: Lance C. Greenberg: The Scaling Strategy That Starts With Better Leads, Not Bigger Budgets
Episode #981: Lance C. Greenberg: The Scaling Strategy That Starts With Better Leads, Not Bigger Budgets Jul 6, 2026 27:01 What's really behind the drop in Facebook ad lead quality, and more importantly, what can coaches do about it? Today's episode features Lance C. Greenberg, scaling strategist and Facebook ads expert, who joins Marc to break down why most coaches are attracting the wrong leads. He also reveals what Meta's AI is actually looking for, and why having a playbook could be the difference between wasted a
Episode #980: Marc's Reading List That Covers Mindset, Power, Beating Burnout (And More)
Episode #980: Marc's Reading List That Covers Mindset, Power, Beating Burnout (And More) Jun 29, 2026 18:20 Looking for your next great read? In this episode, Marc shares five (okay, six!) books that have shaped how he thinks about mindset, power, and productivity, spanning over 60 years of publication. From a rock star's surprising business wisdom to a productivity formula that could save you from burnout, these are the books Marc says are worth your time! Do you have something that helps coaches, like
Episode #979: Tom Matzen: The Tribe-Building Blueprint Every Coach Needs To Hear
Episode #979: Tom Matzen: The Tribe-Building Blueprint Every Coach Needs To Hear Jun 22, 2026 32:33 What does it really take to build a tribe from scratch when you don't have a list, a budget for ads, or the minimum followers to play the summit game? Today's guest is Tom Matzen, who along with Catharine O'Leary co-founded Thousand Person Tribe. Tom joins Marc to break down why most coaches are building their audience the wrong way, and what the journey from audience to community to tribe actuall
Episode #978: The Wrong Way to Approach Prospects (And What to Do Instead)
Episode #978: The Wrong Way to Approach Prospects (And What to Do Instead) Jun 15, 2026 14:12 Is your inbox being flooded with pitches that just miss the mark? In this episode, Marc breaks down the three most common, yet ineffective, outreach methods used to approach prospective clients today and offers a proven alternative for long-term success!  Do you have something that helps coaches, like a program, a product or a service? If you'd like to get your offer out to about 100,000 coaches,
Episode #977: Dr. Kela Smith: The Fertility Coach Who Refused To Take No For An Answer
Episode #977: Dr. Kela Smith: The Fertility Coach Who Refused To Take No For An Answer Jun 8, 2026 22:00 What happens when a doctor is told she needs IVF to get pregnant and decides there has to be another way? Today's episode features Dr. Kela Smith, a holistic doctor, fertility coach, and business strategist, who joins Marc for a fascinating conversation about one of the most personal and fastest growing niches in the coaching world!  Do you have something that helps coaches, like a program, a prod
Episode #976: Christopher Rausch: The No Excuses Approach to Authenticity
Episode #976: Christopher Rausch: The No Excuses Approach to Authenticity Jun 1, 2026 29:16 Today's episode features a returning guest, Christopher Rausch, the No Excuses Coach and host of the Raw and Unscripted podcast, who joins Marc for a free-flowing conversation about authenticity, living intentionally, and making an impact. In this episode, Christopher shares the backstage moment that changed everything, why he stopped trying to be like everyone else, the power of writing your own

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