The Coaching Hub Podcast

Ruth Kudzi
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Are you a coach or coaching curious? The Coaching Hub is the place for you to explore coaching, use coaching methods and experience powerful coaching techniques. If you are wanting to change the way you think and feel about your life this is the place for you to listen!

  1. 10/09/2025

    Ep 227: Building a Successful Coach Training Business & The Future of Coaching: A special Interview with host Ruth Kudzi

    What makes a truly transformative coaching education and how can new coaches learn to trust their unique voice?  In this special episode of The Coaching Hub Podcast, it’s my turn to be in the hot seat. I am being interviewed by the brilliant coach Lisa Hopper.  We chat about what makes Optimus Coach Academy unique, how a truly holistic approach to coaching development is delivered, and what the future of coaching looks like. Including the rising impact of AI, the importance of vulnerability, and building self-acceptance as a coach. Whether you’re considering coach training, care about inclusivity, or want honest insight into what it takes to stand out in the industry, this episode is for you. Here are the highlights:00:00 Why I am being interviewed, not hosting, and my guest host Lisa Hopper 00:50 The Optimus approach: Why clients love hiring Optimus graduates 02:36 Nearly 1,000 coaches trained, I reflect on growth and celebrating milestones 03:33 How to create a holistic, non-cookie-cutter curriculum at scale 05:42 Helping new coaches balance frameworks with developing their unique style 07:48 “Who am I to coach?” The value of vulnerability, imperfection, and empathetic role modeling 10:31 The myth of perfection and the power of real connection 13:34 Moving beyond transactional coaching to whole-person change 18:58 The reality of credentialing and how it fits into a coach’s long-term career 19:30 AI in coaching: Fears, opportunities, and what can (and can’t) be replaced 24:22 How future-proofing your coaching career means developing deep, holistic skills 29:48 The power of a diverse learning community to accelerate your growth 30:30 Creating inclusivity and diverse representation at Optimus 34:09 My  proudest achievement: Impact, outcomes, and team 35:13 The importance of feedback and learning from discomfort as a coach and leader 36:20 What’s next for Optimus: Upcoming diplomas, corporate training, and my new book. About Ruth Kudzi: Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books  Connect with Ruth: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthkudzicoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/  About Optimus Coach Academy: Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: a href="https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training"...

    39 min

  2. 10/02/2025

    Ep 226: What Are the Ingredients of a Successful Coaching Business?

    What does it ‘really’ take to build a thriving coaching business and why do so many new coaches underestimate what’s involved? In this episode of The Coaching Hub Podcast, I’m sharing honestly about the practical realities, the mindset shifts, and the foundational steps that set successful coaches apart. Drawing from my own journey and years of mentoring coaches at all stages, I break down the essential ingredients for building a sustainable business, from mastering your core coaching skills to finding your target audience, developing authentic messaging, and navigating the ups and downs along the way. If you want the no-BS version of what works, this one’s for you. Here are the highlights: 00:00 Why building a coaching business isn’t as complicated as it looks 01:08 The realities of entrepreneurship 02:25 Why running your own business is hard but rewarding 03:55 Why delivering results is non-negotiable for sustainable growth 04:41 Do you really need a niche? Why a target audience matters 05:20 How your experience, values, network, and story inform who you serve 06:16 The power of positioning: why your “why” and connection to your niche matter 07:27 How to communicate value beyond “coaching” 08:25 Packaging your offer 08:58 The many ways to get clients 09:22 Measuring, testing, and refining what works in your business development 10:09 How to reflect, learn, and adopt a coaching mindset for long-term growth 11:40 Building your business model 12:54 Defining your vision of success and choosing the path that works for you About Ruth Kudzi: Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books  Connect with Ruth: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthkudzicoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/  About Optimus Coach Academy: Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training  We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/ Connect with Optimus Coach Academy on...

    14 min

  3. 09/24/2025

    Ep 225: The New ICF Competencies and What They Mean

    What are the changes to the ICF competencies? At the start of September the ICF released updates to the competencies and I’m sharing what this means for your coaching practice In this episode of The Coaching Hub Podcast, I break down the latest updates from the International Coaching Federation, explaining what’s changed, why it matters and how you can put these new standards into practice. We’ll dive into the nuanced shifts in language, the emphasis on ongoing professional development, inclusivity, and even the careful addition of knowledge-sharing within coaching. Whether you’re new to ICF accreditation or a seasoned MCC-level coach, make sure you tune in to learn more. Here are the highlights: 00:00 Introduction: The ICF’s forward-thinking approach and what’s changed 01:39 The 8 ICF competencies and what’s new 03:01 Why supervision and mentor coaching are now essential for all coaches 04:11 Adding technology and best practices, plus addressing bias 06:44 Encouraging curiosity within ourselves, clients, and the coaching process 07:57 Defining your unique coaching philosophy and communicating it 08:51 Ongoing agreement: recontracting and adapting to client needs 09:17 Maintaining presence as a coach and having awareness of self and client 09:43 Shifts in language towards greater inclusivity and partnership 10:09 The controversial update: when (and how) to share knowledge as a coach 13:03 Integrating learning and progress: new emphasis on embedding change 13:49 Final thoughts: ICF as a guiding light in the profession and what’s next About Ruth Kudzi: Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books  Connect with Ruth: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthkudzicoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/  About Optimus Coach Academy: Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training  We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/ Connect with Optimus Coach...

    14 min

  4. 09/18/2025

    Ep 224: Self-Care for Coaching: Avoiding Coaching Burnout

    Have you ever found yourself questioning how to truly look after your own wellbeing as a coach, especially when your job is all about supporting others? In this episode of The Coaching Hub Podcast, I explore the importance of self-care for coaches and explore practical strategies to avoid coaching burnout. Having personally been close to burnout a few times in my career, I share real-life insights, practical tips, and models like PERMA to help you audit and improve your wellbeing, whether you’re an established coach or just starting your journey. We’ll explore what wellbeing really means in the context of our coaching work, how to recognise the early signs of burnout, and ways you can build routines and rituals that help you thrive, not just survive.  Here are the highlights: 00:00 Introduction: Why wellbeing matters for coaches   02:31 Noticing emotional balance and influences on mood   03:10 The basics: food, sleep, movement & energising work   04:39 Overcoming isolation and building support   05:19 Responsibility, growth, and sustainability in coaching businesses   06:09 Disengagement, over-responsibility & boundaries   06:42 Coaching burnout: essentialism and red flags   07:56 Managing drains: social media, energy, and business choices   08:30 Mapping your ideal coaching week  10:25 Personal wellbeing rituals 10:54 The role of community and asking for help. About Ruth Kudzi: Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books  Connect with Ruth: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthkudzicoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/  About Optimus Coach Academy: Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training  We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/ Connect with Optimus Coach Academy on Social Media: Facebook: a...

    12 min

  5. 09/11/2025

    Ep 223: Team Coaching: How to Rebuild Momentum After the Summer

    Ever feel like you or your team are struggling to find your rhythm after a summer break? In this episode of The Coaching Hub Podcast, I explore the unique challenges and opportunities that come with reigniting momentum in teams after a pause.  I’ll be sharing my personal experiences and actionable strategies for team coaches and leaders: how to reset, re-centre, and inspire your people so everyone feels engaged, valued, and ready for growth. Whether you’re in a formal team coaching role, leading your own team, or simply want to cultivate stronger group dynamics, there’s plenty here for you. This is a must-listen if you want your team to return from any break re-energised and unified for the final quarter of the year. Here are the Highlights: 00:00 Introduction and why post-summer is a pivotal time for teams   01:11 Why trust and safety matter so much in effective teams   02:33 How to reset team norms, values, and behaviours after a break   03:20 The power of feedback, focusing on lived experiences as a diagnostic   04:56 Getting clear on team vision, values, and alignment   05:53 Strengths mapping: Why voice and choice matter for engagement   07:02 Dealing with transitions, resetting dynamics as people come and go   07:59 Making what isn’t working visible and discussing it openly   09:11 Creating agency, informal connections, and shared goals, especially for remote teams   10:35 Celebrating progress, fostering mission, and supporting individual needs   10:55 Final thoughts: Why balancing individual with group perspectives is key. About Ruth Kudzi: Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books  Connect with Ruth: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthkudzicoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/  About Optimus Coach Academy: Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training  We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: a href="https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    11 min

  6. 09/04/2025

    Ep 222: Coaching Clients Through New Beginnings

    Ever feel like September brings more of a fresh start than January? In this episode of The Coaching Hub Podcast, I explore the power of “new beginnings” in the coaching process. Why clients are drawn to change at this time of year, and how coaches can harness this energy to guide meaningful transformation. I’ll be sharing my favourite techniques for helping clients visualise success, set intentional goals, and establish the routines and rituals that sustain progress beyond the initial excitement of a fresh start. This is a practical, inspiring episode for any coach or client looking to reset and make the most of a fresh start, no matter when it arrives. Here are the Highlights: 00:00 Introduction: September as a “true” new year 01:08 Why clients seek coaching during transitions 02:15 The importance of individualised coaching 04:00 Visualisation, vision boarding, and ways to connect with future goals 04:56 Goal-setting: Navigating individuals’ preferences and working with both the “what” and “who” 06:32 Supporting routines, flow state, and energizing habits 07:59 Helping clients step into decision-making and their “A-game” 09:32 Aligning routines and rituals to seasons  11:10 Helping clients (and yourself!) reset after a break and cultivate long-term success About Ruth Kudzi: Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books  Connect with Ruth: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthkudzicoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/  About Optimus Coach Academy: Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training  We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/ Connect with Optimus Coach Academy on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Optimuscoachacademy  Instagram: a...

    12 min

  7. 08/28/2025

    Ep 221: The Benefits of Outdoor Coaching

    Ever wondered if coaching really has to happen in a home office or over Zoom? In this episode of The Coaching Hub Podcast, I explore the creative possibilities and the evidence-backed benefits of taking coaching sessions outside or at least beyond your usual four walls. Whether you’re a coach or a client, you’ll discover why the environment matters so much to thinking, connection, and wellbeing. I share my personal experiences, practical advice, and thought-provoking questions to help you rethink your coaching setting so you can support your clients. Here are the Highlights: 00:00 Introduction: Rethinking the coaching environment  01:05 Moving beyond traditional settings  02:13 Why are we stuck on Zoom? 04:07 The impact of environment on coaching presence 07:47 Nature’s role in perspective and creativity   08:41 The less-confrontational magic of outdoor coaching 10:09 Integrating movement and outdoor elements 11:13 Challenging the norms, a change in environment can serve clients in powerful, creative ways.  About Ruth Kudzi: Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books  Connect with Ruth: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthkudzicoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/  About Optimus Coach Academy: Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training  We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/ Connect with Optimus Coach Academy on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Optimuscoachacademy  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimuscoachacademy/  Linkedin: a...

    13 min

  8. 08/21/2025

    Ep 220: Maintaining the Coach-Client Relationship in Transition Periods

    Ever wondered how to keep momentum and deepen your impact as a coach when routines get disrupted like during summer holidays or life’s inevitable “in-between” moments? In this episode of The Coaching Hub Podcast, I explore what it really means to maintain the coach-client relationship during periods of pause or transition. Listen to discover practical ways to empower your clients to take ownership, maintain connection without constant contact, and leverage breaks as an opportunity for deeper growth. In the coaching relationship, space to think can be just as important as time spent together. Here are the Highlights: 00:00 Introduction: The power and process of coaching for change   01:35 Rethinking session frequency: Why space matters for integration 02:57 Navigating consistency: What happens when coaching takes a pause 04:04 Empowering the client, not owning their progress   05:22 Boundaries & communication: Staying connected while maintaining clarity   07:18 The coach’s true role: Facilitation versus fixing   08:34 Building trust and client ownership beyond sessions   10:08 Coaching for self-trust and autonomy   12:57 Use insights from breaks to fuel future sessions 14:03 Celebrate trust, space, and the connection between you and your clients. About Ruth Kudzi: Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is a MCC level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books  Connect with Ruth: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthkudzicoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/  About Optimus Coach Academy: Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training  We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/ Connect with Optimus Coach Academy on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Optimuscoachacademy  Instagram: a...

    14 min
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  • Creator
    Ruth Kudzi
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    228
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    © Copyright 2025 Ruth Kudzi
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    The Coaching Hub Podcast