Ignite Ur Wellness Business

Alison McLean

Grow From Brick & Mortar To Online Wellness Powerhouse. The podcast is for the wellness entrepreneur to build a profitable wellness business with host Alison McLean DPT, ERYT, HHP, IAYT, owner of Ignite Ur Wellness Business. Create an online extension of your wellness practice and reach more clients without overextending yourself. Shift from maxed out in-person 1:1’s depending completely on your body to maximizing your online program. This podcast is for health coaches and practitioners, yoga teachers, physical therapists, healers and energy workers who want to increase their revenue.

  1. 2D AGO

    331. The Implementation Gap in Healthcare: How Wellness Practitioners Can Bridge Diagnosis and Lasting Results

    Here's the truth most healthcare providers don't want to admit: Western medicine is brilliant at diagnosis and treatment plans, but it leaves a MASSIVE gap when it comes to implementation. You can tell a client exactly WHAT to do, but if they don't know HOW to actually integrate those changes into their real life? Nothing changes. If you're a physical therapist, yoga therapist, nutritionist, health coach, or wellness practitioner feeling confined by 15-minute appointment slots and frustrated watching clients leave with recommendations they'll never implement—this episode reveals the ONE mindset shift that will transform how you serve clients online. The game-changer? Understanding that your role isn't just finding the root cause. It's coaching clients through the IMPLEMENTATION of lasting lifestyle change. This is the missing piece Western medicine can't fill, and it's your competitive advantage in building a profitable online wellness practice. Ready to practice the way you've always wanted? This is your roadmap. What You'll Discover in This Episode: 🔍 The Implementation Gap Western Medicine Leaves Behind Why telling clients WHAT to do isn't enough (and what actually creates transformation)The fundamental difference between diagnosing/treating vs. coaching/guiding sustainable behavior changeHow to position yourself as the bridge between clinical expertise and real-world results 💡 The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything Why asking powerful questions is more transformative than giving expert answersHow to move from "fixing" clients to empowering them to heal themselvesThe coaching framework that gets clients from knowledge to consistent action 🎯 Building Online Programs That Create Root Cause Solutions How to structure wellness programs that address the WHOLE person, not just symptomsWhy online delivery actually enhances your ability to support lasting changeThe framework for creating scalable offers that maintain deep transformation ✨ Real Implementation Strategies You Can Use This Week Specific coaching techniques to help clients overcome implementation barriersHow to integrate wellness coaching principles into your current practiceThe questions to ask that unlock sustainable behavior change in your clients Perfect for: Physical therapists ready to move beyond insurance-based careYoga therapists wanting to scale their impact onlineNutritionists and health coaches building sustainable online practicesWellness practitioners transitioning from in-person to profitable online modelsHealthcare providers seeking freedom from the time-for-money trap Why This Matters for Your Online Wellness Business: The practitioners who understand this distinction—between Western medicine's approach and wellness coaching's methodology—are the ones building six-figure online practices with waitlists. They've discovered that clients don't just need another diagnosis or treatment plan. They need a GUIDE who can walk beside them through the messy, real-world process of implementing change. This is your opportunity to step into that role and build the practice (and life) you've always wanted—with the time freedom, location freedom, and financial freedom that comes from scalable online offers. Important Links: Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusiness Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website! → https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/ Get into the 100K Online Practice Blueprint: https://igniteurwellness.com/100k-online-practice-blueprint/ Jane’s app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcast For a free month use code: IGNITE1MO

    37 min
  2. FEB 3

    330. Why Your Biggest Breakthrough Year Starts With One Decision

    Your breakthrough year doesn’t happen because you finally find the perfect strategy. It happens when you make one critical decision most wellness entrepreneurs avoid. In this episode, I’m breaking down what actually creates momentum, clarity, and growth for practitioners who scale—without burning out or betraying their values. If you ended this last year feeling frustrated, stuck, or confused despite doing everything “right”—consuming content, refining your offer, working on your mindset—this conversation will shift how you approach 2026 entirely. You’ll learn why your biggest year won’t come from manifesting harder or learning one more tactic, but from combining expert guidance, structure, and intuition in a way that supports your nervous system and your business. This episode is especially for wellness practitioners, coaches, and healers who want sustainable growth without losing their authenticity. 🔥 What We Cover Why structure actually frees your intuition (instead of limiting it) The 3 core blocks keeping smart, experienced practitioners stuck How to tell the difference between true intuitive guidance vs. nervous system fear A simple 3-question investment filter to decide what is and isn’t worth your time and money Real client examples of what changed when they stopped guessing and started deciding Why following a system doesn’t mean selling out—or losing what makes your work unique If you’re ready to stop circling the same questions, second-guessing your next move, and hoping clarity will magically arrive—this episode will help you make the decision that actually changes things. 🎧 Listen now and decide differently for 2026. Important Links: Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusiness Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website! → https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/ Get into the 100K Online Practice Blueprint Program Here: https://igniteurwellness.com/100k-online-practice-blueprint/ Jane’s app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcast For a free month use code: IGNITE1MO

    49 min
  3. JAN 27

    329. How an Experienced Movement Educator Created One of Her BEST Years Post-Pandemic: Authentic Marketing & Sustainable Growth Strategies with Sharon Smith Carter

    After 26 years of teaching, movement educator Sharon Carter was rebuilding classes post-pandemic and comparing herself to her "before"—until she discovered the exact shifts that led to her BEST year since COVID. If you're a seasoned practitioner rebuilding, this is the roadmap you've been searching for. For Seasoned Wellness Practitioners Rebuilding Classes: If you're a yoga teacher, Pilates instructor, physical therapist, or movement professional with years of experience who's rebuilding classes, struggling with attendance, or launching offers that fall flat—this episode shows you exactly how to turn it around and create your most aligned, profitable practice yet. What You'll Discover: ✨ Stop the Energy Leaks Killing Your Rebuild – Why comparing yourself to your "before" keeps classes empty, and the game-changing mindset shifts that help seasoned practitioners commit to strategies long enough to see them succeed ✨ Rebuild a Thriving Hybrid Practice – How Sharon transitioned from teaching 6 days a week in a struggling studio to a profitable mix of focused in-person classes and online programs that protect your energy AND fill your schedule ✨ Market Your Classes Authentically on Instagram – The exact content strategies Sharon used to attract ideal clients and rebuild class attendance without feeling salesy or spending hours on social media ✨ Launch Virtual Mentorship Programs That Sell – How seasoned practitioners can leverage their expertise to create online offerings, mentorship programs, and movement literacy courses that build community and consistent revenue ✨ Embrace Your Experience as Your Superpower – Why being a seasoned practitioner is your greatest asset when rebuilding, and how to channel decades of expertise into renewed excitement, relevance, and profitability at ANY career stage This episode is essential listening for: Yoga teachers, Pilates instructors, physical therapists, health coaches, and seasoned wellness practitioners rebuilding classes, rebuilding confidence, and ready to create sustainable income doing work they absolutely love—without starting over or burning out. 🎧 Press play and discover how Sharon went from empty classes to her best year ever—you'll finish this episode ready to take action on rebuilding YOUR thriving practice TODAY. Connect with Sharon: Website: sharonsmithcarter.ca Instagram: @sharonsmithcartermovement Facebook: Sharon Smith Carter Movement Important Links: Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusiness Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website! → https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/ Join us in the 100K Online Practice Blueprint here: https://igniteurwellness.com/100k-online-practice-blueprint/ Jane’s app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcast For a free month use code: IGNITE1MO

    27 min
  4. JAN 20

    328. Why Wellness Practitioners Stay Stuck at $3–5K Months (And the 3 Priorities That Lead to $10K+ Without Overworking)

    You didn’t become a wellness practitioner so you could also be a social media manager, copywriter, tech support, and marketing strategist. And yet, that’s exactly what many practitioners are trying to do — all at once. In this episode, I’m sharing the uncomfortable truth about why so many wellness entrepreneurs stay stuck around $3–5K months while feeling completely maxed out… and why the answer isn’t doing more. It’s focusing on less. I break down why “having it all set up” — the perfect website, polished Instagram, endless backend tweaks — often creates the illusion of progress while quietly stalling income. And I walk you through the 3-focus framework that helped me simplify my priorities, grow to multiple six figures, and build a business that actually supports my life. This episode is especially for wellness practitioners who are busy, skilled, and committed — but know something about how they’re building their business needs to change going into 2026. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why lack of focus — not lack of discipline — is what keeps most wellness businesses stuck The difference between being a healer with a business and running a business that supports your work How to identify your weakest growth link using the Marketing–Sales–Delivery audit The exact 3 priorities I’m focusing on in 2026 — and how I chose them Why constant website updates and perfect Instagram feeds often delay income growth How to choose quarterly business priorities without fear of “getting it wrong” If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building momentum with clarity and intention, this episode will change how you think about growth. Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusiness Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website! → https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/ Revenue Shift LIVE workshop: https://workshop-momentum.qwkcheckout.com/revenue-shift-checkout Jane’s app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcast For a free month use code: IGNITE1MO

    33 min
  5. JAN 13

    327. Cut Content Creation Time in Half Using AI, Without Losing Your Authentic Voice

    It's frustrating when spend 3 hours writing one Instagram post that gets you 3 likes and a fire emoji from your best friend. While your colleague is posting twice daily, responding to all her DMs, AND still making it to yoga class. Here’s what she knows, that you don’t: It’s not about WHETHER to use AI or not – it’s HOW to use it without sounding like a robot. In this episode I’m going to share my framework that I use to cut content creation time in half while staying 100% authentic to my voice, and how AI is actually making my brain smarter, not lazier, and how it can help you too! Hot Topics from this episode: Why AI isn’t making you lazy – it’s actually training your brain to be more effective The 3-part framework for using AI authentically: Training, Prompting, and Analyzing How to set up AI projects that understand YOUR voice, YOUR clients, and YOUR methodology The exact prompts I use to get client-centered language (not practitioner jargon) Why you should NEVER post the first draft (and what to look for when editing) How to cut content creation time dramatically while posting more consistently Real examples of how proper AI use can lead to more consults, email opens, and conversions Important Links: Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusiness Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website! → https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/ Revenue Shift LIVE workshop: https://workshop-momentum.qwkcheckout.com/revenue-shift-checkout Jane’s app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcast For a free month use code: IGNITE1MO

    40 min
  6. JAN 6

    326. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Esthetician Reveals How She Got Booked Out + Launched Online

    Are you a wellness entrepreneur feeling maxed out, stuck at a revenue plateau, or struggling to balance your passion with a sustainable business? In this episode, we are sitting down with Kathleen Salmone—esthetician, skin coach, and thriving business owner—to unpack her journey from imposter syndrome to a fully booked practice and the launch of her online skin coaching program. If you’re ready to set boundaries, overcome self-doubt, and create a business (and life) you love, this conversation will light a fire under you for the new year! Episode Highlights: Kathleen’s personal story: from battling hormonal acne to becoming an esthetician and skin coach The challenges of starting a practice during COVID and building a client base from scratch How to set boundaries and avoid burnout as a wellness practitioner Overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing your unique value The power of manifestation, mindset shifts, and surrounding yourself with a supportive community Transitioning from in-person services to launching an online program—without abandoning what you love Creating a waitlist-worthy business and the importance of work-life balance Tips for practitioners: how to focus on your strengths, take action on bold ideas, and celebrate your wins The value of coaching, mentorship, and investing in your own growth Advice for practitioners feeling overwhelmed or stuck: start small, embody your future self now, and show up for yourself every day Connect with Kathleen: Instagram: @kswellnessandbeauty Website: kswellnessandbeauty.com Important Links: Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusiness Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website! → https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/ Revenue Shift LIVE workshop: https://workshop-momentum.qwkcheckout.com/revenue-shift Jane’s app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcast For a free month use code: IGNITE1MO

    38 min
  7. 12/30/2025

    325. From Workshop to Client: The Proven Path to Filling Your Online Wellness Programs

    Ever run a fully booked workshop… only to hear crickets afterward?If your classes, workshops, or webinars are packed but your calendar isn’t, this episode will show you exactly what’s going wrong—and how to fix it. As a wellness practitioner, you care deeply about helping people.But when your attendees walk away feeling inspired yet not ready to take the next step, you’re left wondering: Am I giving away too much? Am I not giving enough? Why aren’t they converting when they clearly love the workshop? You’ll Learn: In this episode, I break down the step-by-step strategy wellness entrepreneurs (yoga teachers, health coaches, physical therapists, somatic practitioners, and more) can use to turn high workshop attendance into consistent revenue—without pushing, pressuring, or sounding salesy. • The “value sweet spot”How to deliver real transformation in your workshop without overwhelming or under-teaching—and how to know when you’re giving too much away. • Why seeding your offer isn’t salesyThe art of weaving your paid program naturally into your teaching so attendees organically want to continue working with you. • The psychology of workshop conversionWhat makes people feel safe, ready, and excited to invest in a deeper container. • The real reason your workshops aren’t converting(Hint: It’s not that you need more slides, more content, or more time.) • How to avoid the two biggest workshop traps:– Gatekeeping your expertise out of fear– Over-teaching to the point your audience feels full but not ready to hire you • Real client stories + behind-the-scenes examplesHear how practitioners just like you sold out workshops, booked out their calendars, and filled their online programs once they learned how to teach and convert with integrity. Perfect For: Wellness practitioners who run classes, workshops, webinars, community events, or in-person sessions and want to finally turn that visibility into clients and revenue—without burning out or selling harder. Ready to make your workshops work for you? Listen now—and don’t miss details about my upcoming Revenue Shift Workshop! Important Links: Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusiness Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website! → https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/ Revenue Shift LIVE workshop: https://workshop-momentum.qwkcheckout.com/revenue-shift-checkout Jane’s app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcast For a free month use code: IGNITE1MO

    26 min
  8. 12/23/2025

    324. From Studio Burnout to $100K: How Yoga Teachers Build Profitable Private Practices with Summer Huntington

    Many yoga teachers and wellness practitioners were taught how to serve, not how to build a business—and it’s keeping them stuck in low-paying studio work, overbooked schedules, and chronic burnout. In this episode, I’m joined by Summer Huntington, business coach and movement innovator, for a grounded, honest conversation about what it actually takes to move from the studio hustle into a sustainable, profitable wellness business—without burning out or betraying your values. We break down the mindset shifts, systems, and skills that help practitioners step into true business ownership and create consistent income through private clients, signature methods, and scalable offers. If you’re a yoga teacher, movement professional, or wellness practitioner who wants more income, more autonomy, and more nervous-system-safe growth, this episode is for you. In This Episode, We Cover: The Studio Trap: Why studio-based work often leads to burnout—and how to break free without burning bridges Building Private Clients: How to confidently price, market, and sell 1:1 services without feeling salesy Practitioner → Business Owner: The essential skills most trainings skip (sales, copywriting, content, systems) Investing in Mentorship: How coaching, masterminds, and proximity accelerate income and clarity Creating a Signature Method: Turning your experience into manuals, workshops, and scalable programs Overwhelm & Capacity: Why feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re expanding Identity Shifts: What must change internally to hold higher income and leadership roles Community & Live Events: How in-person connection and networking open unexpected doors Practical Next Steps: Simple, realistic actions to move from “just getting by” to truly thriving This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t need to work more hours to earn more money—you need the right strategy, identity support, and systems to grow sustainably. 🎧 Listen now and start building a wellness business that supports both your livelihood and your nervous system. Connect with Summer Huntington: Instagram: @summerhuntington Website: Flow Shala (flowshala.com) YouTube: Summer Huntington Important Links: Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusiness Ready to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website! → https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/ Revenue Shift LIVE workshop: https://workshop-momentum.qwkcheckout.com/revenue-shift-checkout Jane’s app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcast For a free month use code: IGNITE1MO

    38 min
5
out of 5
20 Ratings

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Grow From Brick & Mortar To Online Wellness Powerhouse. The podcast is for the wellness entrepreneur to build a profitable wellness business with host Alison McLean DPT, ERYT, HHP, IAYT, owner of Ignite Ur Wellness Business. Create an online extension of your wellness practice and reach more clients without overextending yourself. Shift from maxed out in-person 1:1’s depending completely on your body to maximizing your online program. This podcast is for health coaches and practitioners, yoga teachers, physical therapists, healers and energy workers who want to increase their revenue.