The Wholehearted Business Show

Laura Agar

For heart centred Health, Life and Spiritual Coaches who are ready to grow a coaching business that works!Join Business Mentor, Online Course Creator and Award Winning Blogger, Laura Agar as she shares tips, strategies, inspiration and ideas for building a coaching business you love. Laura has been running her online coaching business for almost a decade and is especially interested in how creative, multi passionate humans can show up in their online coaching businesses without losing themselves in the process. If you're a health coach, life coach or any other kind of coach this podcast is for you! Find out more at https://wholeheartedlylaura.com/ Follow Laura at https://www.instagram.com/wholeheartedlylaura/

  1. 3d ago

    Ep 234: Why "Just Be Consistent" Is Terrible Advice for Sensitive Coaches

    Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! Ever told yourself you just need to be more consistent to get better results in your coaching business? If you're heart-centred, highly sensitive or neurodivergent, that advice might be setting you up to fail. In this week's episode, Laura unpacks why consistency is so hard for sensitive coaches, and what to focus on instead so your business can thrive no matter what season of life you're in. Tune in to learn: Why "being consistent" is genuinely harder if you're heart-centred, highly sensitive or neurodivergentThe real difference between being consistent and having a consistent businessWhy sustainability, not consistency, should be your focusHow your business model can make or break your ability to show upWhat a truly steady coaching business actually feels likeCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's websiteLaura's InstagramLaura's YouTubeJoin Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode: Wholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraHow I Use AI to Run a Calmer Coaching Business (Without the Ick)If you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌷 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

  2. Jul 27

    Ep 233: I Read a Coach's £100k Instagram Ad So You Don't Have To

    Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! Ever scrolled past an ad promising you can make multiple six figures as a coach and wondered if it's actually true? I did too, and it wound me up enough to screenshot the whole thing and break it down for you. In this week's episode I go slide by slide through a real Instagram ad from a coach claiming huge income growth in a matter of months, and we look honestly at what's realistic, what's misleading, and where the ethical lines sit in coaching industry marketing. Tune in to learn: Why big, fast income claims should make you pause before you believe themWhat actually determines whether you can sell high-ticket coaching packages (hint: it's not a five-step process)Why building your whole business on one platform is a risky betThe difference between a coach who genuinely delivers and one who's mastered clever marketingHow to build discernment so you can make informed choices about where you investCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode: Free Coaching Business Model TrainingWholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraIf you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

  3. Jul 20

    Ep 232: How I Actually Run My Coaching Business Over the School Holidays (As a Single Mum)

    Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you're a health or life coach wondering how on earth you're going to keep your business ticking over with way less time this summer, this week's episode is for you. I'm sharing exactly how I manage to keep my coaching business running over the six weeks holidays as a single mum with two school-aged kids, the planning approach I use, the mistakes I made for years, and the mindset shifts that have made the biggest difference. Tune in to learn: Why I used to underestimate just how much "life admin" the school holidays bring, and what changedThe two things I never drop in my business over summer (and why everything else can wait)How I use my mini seasons approach to plan a lower capacity period of life and business togetherWhy summer being a quieter period in my business is actually a good thingThe mindset work behind giving yourself permission to work lessCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode: Wholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraNotion Planning TemplatesIf you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

  4. Jul 13

    Ep 231: 15 Ways You Can Make Money as a Coach

    Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you're a health, life or spiritual coach wondering how you can bring in more money beyond your 1:1 sessions, this one's for you. In this week's episode, I'm running through a whole bunch of ideas for generating income in your coaching business that go beyond just coaching itself, a fun, quick one to get you thinking creatively about the possibilities. Tune in to learn: 15 different income streams you can build into your coaching businessWhy a solid business model matters before you add any of these inHow affiliates and referrals can bring in extra income with barely any extra workWhat a low ticket offer actually is (and the strategic job it does)Real examples from my own business, including retreats, brand work and consultancyCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode: Free Business Model TrainingFree Retreat Planning GuideWholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraIf you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

  5. Jul 6

    Ep 230: What To Do When Your Coaching Business Goes Quiet (Without Panicking)

    Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If your coaching business has suddenly gone quiet and you're starting to spiral, take a breath. This week's episode is here to remind you that a quiet patch does not mean your business is broken. In this week's episode, I'm talking through why quiet periods happen (especially around summer and Christmas), why panicking about it can actually make things worse, and exactly what you can do to use the time to strengthen your business for what comes next. Tune in to learn: Why quiet periods are a completely normal part of the coaching business rhythmWhy panicking and drastically changing things can do more harm than goodHow to stay visible without burning yourself outThe best ways to use a quiet period to strengthen your foundationsWhy rest is allowed, and how to come back strongerCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's websiteLaura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode: Wholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraCreating Financial Safety in Your Coaching BusinessClient Retention for CoachesIf you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

  6. Jun 29

    Ep 229: Behind the Scenes of My Coaching Business (Mid-2026 Update)

    Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you love a good behind-the-scenes peek at what really goes on in another coach's business and life, this episode is for you. I'm sharing my honest mid-2026 update, covering everything from a slightly slower income year (and why I'm not panicking), to solo hikes, breakups, and a big realisation about not putting off happiness. In this week's episode, I'm getting real about what the first half of 2026 has looked like for me, both in the business and personally. From launches and experiments to navigating divorce, embracing solo adventures, and learning to trust that things work out when they're meant to. Tune in to learn: Why my business is a bit slower this year and how fourteen years of experience has given me the self-trust to handle itWhat worked (and what didn't) from my launches and experiments in the first half of the yearHow I've been embracing solo adventures, incredible friendships, and living my best life after big personal changesThe powerful shift I've made around not putting off happiness until something specific happensWhat's coming next, including a September relaunch and some exciting future plansCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode: 2025 BTS ReviewWholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraIf you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

  7. Jun 22

    Ep 228: "I'm Not a Systems Person" and Other Stories Keeping You Overwhelmed

    Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you've ever told yourself "I'm just not a techy person" or "I'm not a systems person," this episode is for you. We're exploring why that belief might be exactly what's keeping your coaching business stuck in overwhelm. In this week's episode, I'm sharing why tech and systems can feel so alien if you're a highly sensitive, heart-centred coach, and how building a "home" for your business changes everything, no matter what stage you're at. Tune in to learn: Why feeling "not techy" doesn't mean you can't have simple, calm systems in placeThe house-building analogy that completely changes how you see structure in your businessWhy a system should be built around you, not the other way roundThe real cost of pushing your systems and tech "to later"How Your Cosy Coaching Business Systems can help you set it all up, step by stepCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode: The Searchable Show MethodWholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraIf you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

  8. Jun 15

    Ep 227: I Run My Whole Coaching Business with This (And It's Not What You'd Expect)

    Got some feedback or a question for Laura? Send it in here! If you're a health or life coach who knows you should probably be making more of AI, but the whole thing feels weirdly icky and unaligned, this episode is going to feel like a bit of a relief. This week's episode is a behind-the-scenes look at how I use AI in my coaching business in a way that genuinely feels good, keeps my voice and magic intact, and saves me hours every single week. Spoiler: it's not about letting AI replace you. It's about something much smarter than that. Tune in to learn: Why AI feels soulless and unaligned for so many heart-led coaches (and why that reaction is completely valid)The number one mistake coaches make with AI that guarantees rubbish resultsWhy I switched from ChatGPT to Claude and why it made such a big differenceThe specific ways I use AI in my coaching business week to week, from client notes to content productionHow to start thinking about AI as a tool that supports your magic rather than replaces itCheck out the blog post that accompanies this episode. Laura's links: Laura's website Laura's Instagram Laura's YouTube Join Laura's email list for updatesOther links mentioned in this episode: Wholehearted Business®1:1 Mentoring with LauraCalm Coaching Business Reset MasterclassIf you're a health, life or spiritual coach who wants to grow and scale your business in a holistic, sustainable and enjoyable way then I'd LOVE to help you… ✨ Book a one off Clarity Call: Just need a quick pick my brains type session or support to create a plan of action you implement on your own? Then a clarity call is for you. 💖 Wholehearted Business: my 12 month group programme to help you create an aligned marketing and client attraction strategy - perfect for coaches in the first two years of their businesses who need a high touch level of support and a clear pathway to success. 🌸 1:1 Coaching and Mentoring: a 3-4 or 6-8 month 1:1 programme for coaches who are ready to level up their life and business. Think scaling and creating your first group programme or course, creating multiple offers and setting up sustainable strategies to work less and earn more.

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For heart centred Health, Life and Spiritual Coaches who are ready to grow a coaching business that works!Join Business Mentor, Online Course Creator and Award Winning Blogger, Laura Agar as she shares tips, strategies, inspiration and ideas for building a coaching business you love. Laura has been running her online coaching business for almost a decade and is especially interested in how creative, multi passionate humans can show up in their online coaching businesses without losing themselves in the process. If you're a health coach, life coach or any other kind of coach this podcast is for you! Find out more at https://wholeheartedlylaura.com/ Follow Laura at https://www.instagram.com/wholeheartedlylaura/