Six Figure Certified

The IGC Coaching School

Your go-to spot for expert advice on growing your coaching business, mastering your mindset, and turning your passion into profit, all while working for yourself, but not by yourself. More at: innerglowcircle.com/becomeacoach. Join us every week for inspiring conversations with Six-Figure Certified coaches, top service providers, and successful online business owners. Get ready to embark on this amazing journey with us, learn how to GLOW – achieve your Greatest Level of Want – and make money doing what you love! "Six Figure Certified” is brought to you by The IGC Coaching School.

  1. 1d ago

    Can You Be Your Own Life Coach? 5-Step Self-Coaching Formula

    What's Your Coaching Niche? [TAKE THE QUIZ] Can you actually coach yourself through feeling stuck, or are there limits to how far you can get on your own? In this episode, Liv breaks down a simple self-coaching process designed to help you get clearer on what you want, what is actually true, and what may be keeping you in the same loop. You’ll hear the kinds of questions professional coaches use to move a conversation forward, plus why clarity alone is not always enough to create change. Liv also explores the difference between insight and action, how easily we confuse fear or assumptions with facts, and why some of the hardest answers are often the ones we already know but have been avoiding. This episode is part practical exercise, part behind-the-scenes look at what actually happens inside a strong coaching conversation. Whether you are working through a decision, considering becoming a coach, or simply tired of thinking about the same problem from the same angle, this episode will give you a new way to approach what comes next. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Self-coaching questions for getting unstuckHow to separate facts from fear, assumptions, and interpretationGetting clear on what you actually wantIdentifying what is really getting in the wayTurning breakthroughs into specific actionBuilding accountability when you are coaching yourselfThe difference between coaching, therapy, and adviceWhy blind spots can make self-coaching difficultHow professional coaches listen for patterns you may not noticeConfidence, decision-making, and taking action Free Resources from Inner Glow Circle: Discover Your Coaching Niche Quiz Get Access to Free Workshop: Get Paid to Coach  Speak with our Admissions Team life coaching, self coaching, how to coach yourself, coaching questions, feeling stuck in life, how to get unstuck, personal development, mindset coaching, life coach podcast, how to make a decision, self reflection, confidence building, taking action, accountability, overcoming limiting beliefs, fear vs facts, professional coaching, how coaching works, become a life coach, coaching certification

    Can You Be Your Own Life Coach? 5-Step Self-Coaching Formula
  2. Sep 11

    How Do I Get My First Coaching Client?

    [Free Training]: How to Become a Professional Certified Coach [JOIN HERE] If you’re a new coach, getting your first paying client can feel way more complicated than it actually needs to be. Suddenly you’re thinking about your niche, your website, your Instagram feed, your branding, your offer, your email list, and approximately 47 other things before you’ve even had a real conversation with a potential client. In this episode of Six Figure Certified, Liv is breaking down what actually matters when you’re trying to land your first coaching client. She shares the simple, relationship-driven steps she would focus on if she were starting a coaching business from scratch today, including where your earliest clients are likely to come from, why your existing network matters more than you think, and what most new coaches spend way too much time doing instead. If you’ve been telling yourself you need more followers, a prettier brand, a perfect niche, or one more certification before you can start getting paid to coach, this episode is going to challenge that. Because building a coaching business starts a lot closer to home than most people realize, and the fastest path forward might have a lot less to do with marketing and a lot more to do with getting into actual conversations. In this episode, you’ll hear about: How to get your first coaching clientStarting a coaching business from scratchFinding your coaching niche without getting stuck in perfectionismUsing your existing network to generate coaching referralsWhy relationships matter more than follower count in the beginningBuilding confidence as a new coachGetting real coaching experience before obsessing over contentMoving from passive marketing to actual sales conversationsWhy new coaches avoid asking for the saleWhat you really need before signing your first paying clientBuilding a profitable coaching practice without a huge audienceThe difference between looking like a coach and actually coaching Free Resources from Inner Glow Circle: Discover Your Coaching Niche Quiz Get Access to Free Workshop: Get Paid to Coach  Speak with our Admissions Team coaching business, how to get coaching clients, first coaching client, life coach business, coaching clients, start a coaching business, new coach tips, coaching certification, coach training, ICF coaching, coaching niche, coaching offer, sales conversations, coaching referrals, client attraction, finding coaching clients, coaching confidence, coaching practice, build a coaching business, Six Figure Certified

    How Do I Get My First Coaching Client?
  3. Sep 3

    How Much Money Do Life Coaches REALLY Make? (Real Numbers)

    [Free Training]: How to Become a Professional Certified Coach [JOIN HERE] Can you really make money as a life coach, or is that just something people on the internet like to say? In this episode, Olivia is breaking down what a real coaching career can actually look like, what makes coaching financially viable, and why the answer is a lot more nuanced than simply picking a niche and posting on Instagram. She also gets into the part most people skip over when they talk about becoming a coach: the actual business model behind the skill. From private practice to organizational coaching to executive work and beyond, there are multiple ways to build a legitimate career in coaching. The bigger question is which path makes sense for you, your goals, and the kind of work you want to be known for. If you’ve been wondering whether coaching can become a sustainable source of income, how long it can realistically take to build momentum, or what separates coaches who create real careers from those who struggle to get traction, this episode will give you a much clearer picture of what’s possible and what it actually requires. Key Highlights: Can you really make money as a life coach?Life coach salary vs. building a coaching businessCoaching as a profession and professional skillPrivate coaching practice and one-on-one coachingHow coaching certification can impact your careerICF credentials and professional credibilityFinding your coaching nicheBuilding a sustainable coaching careerCoaching pricing and revenue potentialTransitioning from a full-time career into coachingWhy social media followers are not the whole storyWhat actually helps coaches build long-term success Free Resources from Inner Glow Circle: Discover Your Coaching Niche Quiz Get Access to Free Workshop: Get Paid to Coach  Speak with our Admissions Team life coaching, life coach career, make money as a coach, coaching business, coaching career, certified life coach, coaching certification, ICF coaching certification, professional coach, private coaching practice, coaching income, life coach salary, coaching niche, online coaching business, executive coaching, career coaching, one on one coaching, coaching clients, become a life coach, sustainable coaching business

    How Much Money Do Life Coaches REALLY Make? (Real Numbers)
  4. Aug 27

    Can Coaching Be a REAL Career? The Honest Truth

    Free Training: How to Become a Professional Certified Coach [JOIN HERE] Check out out our FREE ROI-Coaching Calculator [Plan Your Revenue!] Can coaching actually be a real career, one that pays you well, gives you options, and does not require becoming an influencer first? In this episode, Liv Chapman is pulling back the curtain on what a legitimate career in coaching can actually look like, and why the version you see on social media is only one tiny piece of the picture. From private coaching and corporate opportunities to speaking, consulting, group programs, and beyond, there are far more ways to use professional coaching skills than most aspiring coaches realize. Liv also gets into the money side of the industry, what earning potential can look like, and the part people tend to skip when they talk about building a sustainable coaching career. If you have ever wondered whether coaching could become more than a side hustle, whether certification actually matters, or what your own path could look like, this conversation will give you a completely different way to think about what is possible. The bigger question might not be whether you can make coaching a career. It might be what kind of coaching career you actually want to build. In this episode, we explore: What a real career in coaching can actually look likeWhy coaching is a profession, not a business modelDifferent coaching career paths beyond traditional 1:1 coachingThe reality of coaching income and earning potentialPrivate coaching, corporate coaching, speaking, consulting, and group programsWhy professional coach training and credentials matterThe role of marketing and client acquisition in building a sustainable businessCreating a coaching career around your skills, goals, lifestyle, and visionWhat separates coaches who build long-term careers from those who do notThe question every aspiring coach should answer before deciding what comes next Free Resources from Inner Glow Circle: Discover Your Coaching Niche Quiz Get Access to Free Workshop: Get Paid to Coach  Speak with our Admissions Team  coaching career, life coaching career, how to become a coach, coaching certification, ICF coaching certification, professional coaching, coaching business, make money as a coach, coaching income, coaching salary, coaching career paths, private coaching, one on one coaching, corporate coaching, executive coaching, business coaching, career coaching, coaching clients, starting a coaching business, becoming a certified coach

    Can Coaching Be a REAL Career? The Honest Truth
  5. Aug 20

    Is an ICF Credential Worth It? (2026 Update)

    Free Training: How to Become a Professional Certified Coach [JOIN HERE] If you’re considering becoming a professional coach in 2026, you’ve probably wondered whether an ICF credential is actually necessary, or whether it’s just another expensive box to check. In this episode of Six Figure Certified, Liv breaks down the newest ICF updates, what the latest coaching industry data is telling us, and why the credentialing conversation looks very different today than it did even a decade ago. With the coaching industry continuing to grow, so are the expectations of clients, companies, and organizations hiring coaches. Liv digs into the distinction between coach certification and an ICF credential, what credentialing can potentially unlock professionally, and the surprising numbers behind client demand, earning potential, and employer-sponsored coaching. She also gets into who may truly need an ICF credential, who might have more flexibility, and why your long-term career goals matter when making that decision. And yes, we’re talking about AI too. As more people wonder whether AI could replace coaching altogether, Liv shares her perspective on where the industry is actually headed and why becoming an excellent, highly skilled coach may matter more than ever. If you’re researching coaching certification, comparing ICF credential levels, or trying to decide whether professional coach training is worth the investment in 2026, this episode will give you plenty to think about before you make your next move. In This Episode: The 2025 ICF Global Coaching Study and what the newest data revealsICF credential vs. coach certification and why they are not the same thingWhether an ICF credential is worth it in 2026The continued growth of the professional coaching industryACC, PCC, and MCC credential levelsWhy credentialing may matter for corporate coaching, executive coaching, and organizational contractsWhat the data suggests about credentialed coach income and paying clientsHow professional credentials can impact credibility and career opportunitiesThe conversation around AI and the future of coachingWhy coaching remains a skill-based profession where training and client results matter Free Resources from Inner Glow Circle: Discover Your Coaching Niche Quiz Get Access to Free Workshop: Get Paid to Coach  Speak with our Admissions Team ICF coaching, ICF credential, ICF certification, ICF coaching certification, life coach certification, professional coaching certification, how to become a life coach, how to become a certified coach, coaching certification 2026, ICF credential worth it, ACC PCC MCC, PCC coaching credential, coaching industry trends, coaching career, professional coach training, executive coaching certification, corporate coaching, coaching business, life coaching business, future of coaching

    Is an ICF Credential Worth It? (2026 Update)
  6. Aug 13

    Should I Quit My Job to Coach Full-Time? Ask Yourself These 10 Questions

    Free Training: How to Become a Professional Certified Coach [JOIN HERE] You’ve been dreaming about quitting your job and going all in on coaching, but how do you know when you’re actually ready? In this episode of Six Figure Certified, Olivia Chapman is breaking down 10 questions to ask yourself before quitting your job so you can make the leap with more clarity, confidence, and intention instead of relying on hope and a resignation letter. This conversation goes beyond “just believe in yourself.” Olivia gets into the real business foundations that matter before becoming a full-time coach, including whether people are willing to pay you, how confident you are in your ability to create clients, what your financial reality looks like, and whether you actually know what you would do with all that extra time once your 9 to 5 disappears. You’ll also hear the questions that are much easier to overlook, but can make a massive difference once coaching becomes your primary source of income. From support and sustainability to the bigger vision behind why you want this life in the first place, this episode will help you look at the leap from every angle. If quitting your job has been living in the back of your mind, grab a notebook. You may leave this episode with a very different answer to the question, “Am I ready?” In this episode, you’ll hear about: How to know when you’re ready to become a full-time coachWhat to consider before quitting your 9 to 5Building proof that your coaching business can generate paying clientsCreating more predictable coaching incomeFinancial preparation before making the leap into entrepreneurshipThe role of client results, testimonials, and referralsWhy having more time does not automatically create more revenueBuilding the right support systems and accountabilityPlanning for the realities of self-employmentCreating a bigger vision for your life as a full-time entrepreneur Free Resources from Inner Glow Circle: Discover Your Coaching Niche Quiz Get Access to Free Workshop: Get Paid to Coach  Speak with our Admissions Team quitting your job, how to quit your 9 to 5, become a full time coach, coaching business, how to start a coaching business, life coach career, online coaching business, coaching clients, how to get coaching clients, coaching income, full time entrepreneur, leaving your corporate job, career change, entrepreneur mindset, self employment, coaching business strategy, financial freedom, women entrepreneurs, life coach business, six figure coaching business

    Should I Quit My Job to Coach Full-Time? Ask Yourself These 10 Questions
  7. Aug 6

    How Do You Know If You'd Be a Good Life Coach? (7 Signs You Might Be)

    Free Training: How to Become a Professional Certified Coach [JOIN HERE] Have you ever wondered whether you actually have what it takes to become a successful life coach? Maybe people naturally come to you when they need honest advice, a safe place to land, or someone who can see possibility in them when they cannot see it for themselves. Those qualities may be more than personality traits. They could be signs that coaching is the career you were meant to pursue. In this episode of Six Figure Certified, Liv Chapman shares seven qualities she has seen repeatedly in the most successful coaches trained through IGC Coaching School. These signs have nothing to do with having a large social media following, a polished website, or years of business experience. Instead, they reveal the natural strengths, values, and ways of connecting with people that can become the foundation of an impactful coaching career. You will also hear why being naturally gifted at helping people is only the beginning, what separates coaching from simply giving advice, and why the best coaches are committed to their own growth too. Whether you have been quietly considering becoming a certified life coach or you are searching for a career with more meaning, purpose, and human connection, this episode may give you the clarity you have been waiting for. Key Highlights Signs you may be naturally suited to life coachingWhy people already coming to you for advice mattersThe connection between personal development and coachingEmpathy, listening skills, and creating meaningful conversationsSeeing someone’s potential without trying to fix themWhy coaching is about empowerment rather than giving instructionsFinding purpose and impact through a coaching careerThe importance of professional coach training and certificationHow coaching skills support a sustainable coaching businessTaking the next step toward becoming a certified life coach Free Resources from Inner Glow Circle: Discover Your Coaching Niche Quiz Get Access to Free Workshop: Get Paid to Coach  Speak with our Admissions Team how to become a life coach, signs you should be a life coach, life coaching career, certified life coach, life coach certification, ICF credentialed coach, coaching skills, successful life coach, life coach training, become a certified coach, starting a coaching business, personal development career, purpose driven career, professional coaching certification, qualities of a good coach, coaching clients, IGC Coaching School, online coaching business, meaningful career change, life coaching profession

  8. Jun 18

    5 Signs You've Outgrown Your Career (Even If You're Still Succeeding)

    FREE Get Paid to Coach Workshop [JOIN HERE] Have you ever looked around at the career you worked so hard to build and thought, “Why does this not feel like enough anymore?” In this episode, we’re talking about the quiet, confusing, and sometimes guilt-filled realization that the path you chose years ago may no longer fit the person you are becoming. This conversation is for the high-achiever who did the “right” things, earned the degree, built the resume, became the leader, got the job, and still feels something inside them pulling toward a different life. We unpack what it can look like to outgrow a career path, why success on paper can still feel deeply unfulfilling, and how to know when your next chapter is no longer just a fantasy but something asking to be taken seriously. If you’ve been wondering whether you’re ungrateful, burned out, restless, or actually ready to reinvent yourself, this episode will give you language for what you may have been feeling but haven’t fully admitted yet. You don’t need to have the whole plan figured out, but you may need to stop ignoring the signs. Key Highlights: Outgrowing your career pathFeeling successful on paper but unfulfilled in real lifeCareer change guilt after investing in degrees, certifications, or experienceReinventing yourself after choosing a path youngSigns you may be ready for a new chapterWhy your resume should not become your identityThe difference between gratitude and settlingExploring entrepreneurship, coaching, or a more aligned careerListening to the pull toward something biggerCreating an exit plan without needing every answer first Free Resources from Inner Glow Circle: Discover Your Coaching Niche Quiz Get Access to Free Workshop: Get Paid to Coach  Speak with our Admissions Team career change, outgrowing your career, career transition, career reinvention, career path, leaving your job, career burnout, unfulfilled at work, successful but unhappy, professional women, women in leadership, entrepreneurship, becoming a coach, coaching business, life coach certification, high achiever burnout, career pivot, finding your purpose, starting over, dream career

    5 Signs You've Outgrown Your Career (Even If You're Still Succeeding)
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Your go-to spot for expert advice on growing your coaching business, mastering your mindset, and turning your passion into profit, all while working for yourself, but not by yourself. More at: innerglowcircle.com/becomeacoach. Join us every week for inspiring conversations with Six-Figure Certified coaches, top service providers, and successful online business owners. Get ready to embark on this amazing journey with us, learn how to GLOW – achieve your Greatest Level of Want – and make money doing what you love! "Six Figure Certified” is brought to you by The IGC Coaching School.

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