Mindset Coach Academy Podcast

Lindsey Wilson
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The Mindset Coach Academy is the go-to podcast for aspiring mental performance coaches who want to train their own minds, coach others effectively, and build a thriving business. Hosted by former professional athlete and mindset coach Lindsey Wilson, this show is a mix of solo episodes and guest interviews that break down the strategies, tools, and business tactics needed to succeed in the mental performance industry. Lindsey built a multiple six-figure coaching business without a sports psychology or business degree, and now she’s here to help you do the same. Whether you want to sharpen your coaching skills, improve your own mindset, or learn how to turn your passion into profit, this podcast will give you the roadmap to make it happen. Subscribe and start building your dream coaching career today.

  1. 6D AGO

    630 | The Science Behind Why Success is So Hard

    Progress can look a lot like failure. Especially in the messy middle, when your confidence drops and you start to question if your doubt is a sign to stop. But it's not — it's actually a normal response to the discomfort of growth. This episode breaks down the science behind why success feels so hard and how belief work can keep confidence alive in the messy middle. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system and still keep showing up, even when your brain tells you to quit.   Topics discussed: The “messy middle” phase of growth Confidence and the Dunning-Kruger effect Why the brain chooses failure over uncertainty Why belief work is the foundation for success How to keep confidence alive and stay grounded in the process Listen to episode 627, “The Real Reason Building Your Coaching Business Feels So Hard” https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/podcasts/mindset-coach-academy-podcast/episodes/2149117947  ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” – If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    23 min

  2. DEC 10

    629 | Why Every Former Female Athlete Needs a Side Hustle

    Remember that game-day rush of pure energy and drive? A side hustle will bring that feeling back faster than you think. If you're restless and need a challenge, or feel like you've lost yourself, this episode helps you take the next step toward building income, confidence, and something that's all yours.   Let's walk through: Reason #1: reclaim your athlete identity Reason #2: build skills and confidence Reason #3: financial independence Reason #4: doing work that lights you up Reason #5: the ripple effect on your children ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” – If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    16 min

  3. DEC 3

    628 | Going Pro: Why Serious Coaches Don't Stay in Hobby Mode

    The jump from hobby mode to going pro is an identity shift, not just a money move. In this episode, you'll see why coaching "just for fun" has a limit — and why staying in hobby mode can make going pro feel a lot harder than it should. I share the essential mindset shifts that reframe your fear into fuel, leave hobby mode behind, and start charging clients confidently.   Topics discussed: Why going pro feels scary (and why it’s normal) How to reframe fear into accountability and action How charging benefits both clients and you The identity shift that happens when you go pro   ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” – If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    18 min

  4. NOV 26

    627 | The Real Reason Building Your Coaching Business Feels So Hard

    Does your coaching business feel way harder than it should? Like something inside you wants to step back with every move forward you make? This episode unpacks why that happens, why it's totally normal, and how to work with your brain so you can keep going even when all you want to do is quit. If you’re a mental performance coach who loves the work but keeps questioning if you’re cut out for the business side, this episode is for you.   Today, you’ll learn: Why your business feels so hard and uncomfortable How to recognize when you’re in the “messy middle” of business The Dunning-Kruger effect: why your confidence is dropping Why we self-sabotage and fear standing out The motivation triad and role of belief work   ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” – If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    15 min

  5. NOV 19

    626 | How a 3-Day Retreat Can Transform Your Revenue (and You)

    Tired and lonely in your business? It's probably because you're doing it all alone. But that doesn't mean you should hire a team or outsource everything — it means you need real community and support. In this episode, we're exploring how the right in-person retreat can help mental performance coaches who feel isolated clear their mental overwhelm and focus on what grows their income. You'll hear about the recent Mindset Coach Academy retreat, why you should consider one yourself, and what to look for in a retreat that's actually worth your time and money.   Today, you’ll learn: The importance of community for entrepreneurs How retreats benefit you and your business The concept of “belief work by osmosis” Three things to look for in a retreat Want more support in your business? Join the The Mindset Coach Academy certification’s 2026 class!   ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” – If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    25 min

  6. NOV 12

    625 | Why Your Team Struggles Mentally—And the Fix You’ve Been Missing

    What do you actually teach your team about mindset? You can read every book and listen to every podcast, but without a system, your work can quickly turn into frustration, overwhelm, and guesswork. In this episode, I go over the six steps of my foundational program, The Mental Game Plan. You’ll learn how to simplify mindset work, bring structure to your coaching, and implement the most effective tools in this proven framework. It’s time to stop guessing and start coaching with confidence!   Today, you’ll learn: How to stop complicating mindset work The 6 steps of The Mental Game Plan A simple reset ritual tool for post-game recovery Why The Mental Game Plan framework works at every level Learn more about the The Mental Game Plan Program today and start using a proven system that actually works!   ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” – If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    26 min

  7. NOV 5

    624 | Here is How to Make a Big Decision

    What do "I don't know" and "maybe" have in common? They keep you stuck in fear and indecision. But the good news is, you can coach yourself out of both. In this episode, find out how to spot fear when it hides behind indecision, shift out of unproductive thought loops, and finally make that big decision. I'm sharing real tools I use with myself and clients to get out of "maybe" mode and stop wasting time. Plus, hear how I almost talked myself out of a $5K opportunity — and the mindset shift that helped me say "yes!"   Today, you’ll learn: A bonus mindset tool to use with your clients Why indecision is really fear in disguise How to challenge “I don’t know” and “maybe” 3-step process to coach yourself through indecision How time can kill your momentum   ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” – If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    21 min

  8. OCT 29

    623 | The Hidden Curriculum of Struggle (And Why It Matters)

    In one of those strictly survival seasons? As a mental performance coach, you already know growth isn’t pretty. But when you’re the one in the middle of it, it’s easy to miss what the struggle is teaching you. In this episode, I’m going to show you how to stop asking “why me?” and instead question, “What is this teaching me?” Discover how to find gratitude in the struggle without falling into toxic positivity, turn hardships into resilience for what’s next, and recognize growth when it’s happening. You’ll learn: The difference between gratitude and toxic positivity How struggle builds resilience and character Elizabeth Gilbert’s concept of “Earth School” Why entrepreneurs need this mindset How to embrace challenges as part of growth   ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” – If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

    14 min
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The Mindset Coach Academy is the go-to podcast for aspiring mental performance coaches who want to train their own minds, coach others effectively, and build a thriving business. Hosted by former professional athlete and mindset coach Lindsey Wilson, this show is a mix of solo episodes and guest interviews that break down the strategies, tools, and business tactics needed to succeed in the mental performance industry. Lindsey built a multiple six-figure coaching business without a sports psychology or business degree, and now she’s here to help you do the same. Whether you want to sharpen your coaching skills, improve your own mindset, or learn how to turn your passion into profit, this podcast will give you the roadmap to make it happen. Subscribe and start building your dream coaching career today.

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  • Creator
    Lindsey Wilson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    632
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
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    Mindset Coach Academy Podcast

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