In this episode of the Health Coach Academy Podcast, I welcome back the incredible Joanna Sapir, a business strategist for health and wellness practitioners, and one of the few guests I've invited back for a second appearance. Joanna shares her journey over the past year, including launching her Profitable Practitioner Academy and making a bold move to Mexico after becoming an empty nester.

We dive deep into the power of systems thinking and how it transforms the way wellness practitioners approach their businesses, creating more income with less stress. Joanna discusses her unique strategies for marketing, client acquisition, and the importance of knowing your ideal client. She also emphasizes why building sustainable practices matters more than flashy social media metrics.

Joanna highlights one of her favorite client success stories and shares valuable insights on turning a struggling practice into a dream business. We wrap up by discussing her Empowered Practitioner Event, a free, value-packed, five-day training designed to help practitioners build profitable and sustainable wellness practices. To get access, click this link:

The Empowered Practitioner Event

Tune in to learn actionable steps to streamline your business, market with intention, and deliver transformative results for your clients!

Connect with Joanna:
🌐 Website: JoannaSapir.com
🎙️ Podcast: The Business Revolution for Practitioners
📲 Socials: @JoannaSapir

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In this transformative episode, we sit down with Eli Natoli—international bestselling author, business strategist, and marketing expert—to unpack her revolutionary concept: "The Last Funnel You'll Ever Need."

Eli shares her no-fluff approach to creating marketing funnels that actually work, helping entrepreneurs attract high-quality leads, convert prospects with ease, and scale their businesses sustainably. With years of experience coaching business owners worldwide, Eli has discovered the key to simplifying marketing strategies while maximizing impact and revenue.

In this episode, you'll learn:
✅ Why traditional funnels fail to deliver long-term results.
✅ How to create a customer-centric funnel that builds trust and loyalty.
✅ The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when designing their sales process.
✅ How to align your marketing strategy with your brand's unique strengths and values.
✅ Practical steps to craft a funnel that converts consistently, without the overwhelm.

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Eli's insights will empower you to ditch the cookie-cutter tactics and embrace a marketing funnel that feels authentic and delivers real results.

🌟 Don't miss this game-changing conversation about building The Last Funnel You'll Ever Need!

🎧 Listen now and discover how to create a marketing funnel that works for YOU.

In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Smith, a global yoga and meditation teacher, founder of Yoga for You, and host of the top 0.1% ranked podcast Mindful in Minutes. Kelly shares her inspiring journey of transforming from a passionate “starving artist” to a thriving entrepreneur in the wellness space.

We explore the major mindset challenge faced by many health coaches and wellness professionals—the belief that making money from your passion is wrong. Kelly candidly opens up about how criticism early in her career made her question her worth and her right to monetize her expertise, and how she ultimately overcame this limiting belief.

Today, Kelly runs successful training programs, supports her family through her work, and helps others break free from the starving artist mentality. Join us as we dive into actionable strategies for health coaches to grow their revenue without sacrificing authenticity or their love for helping others.

Whether you’re a health coach, yoga instructor, or wellness entrepreneur, this episode will inspire you to shift your mindset, embrace abundance, and build a sustainable business doing what you love.

In this episode of the Health Coach Academy Podcast, Omar Cumberbatch welcomes Emma Murphy, CEO of Eating Freely, to discuss the power of niching down and becoming a specialist in the health and wellness industry. Emma shares her journey from building a private psychotherapy practice focused on disordered eating to launching a globally recognized training program for health coaches and nutritionists.

Learn why niching is crucial for attracting ideal clients, how to differentiate yourself in a saturated market, and the importance of addressing emotional eating and binge eating. Emma also delves into practical strategies for incorporating therapy-informed tools into health coaching, building strong local networks, and using lived experiences to connect with clients on a deeper level.

Discover how Emma navigated challenges, including pivoting her business during the pandemic, and hear her inspiring vision for empowering practitioners worldwide. If you're looking to elevate your health coaching practice and make a meaningful impact, this episode is packed with actionable insights and expert advice.

Connect with Emma Murphy and learn more about Eating Freely at eatingfreely.com.

Having a strong money mindset is crucial for any entrepreneur aiming to build a thriving business. It’s not just about crunching numbers—it’s about developing the confidence to take control of your finances, align them with your goals, and create a sustainable path to growth. Without the right mindset, money can feel overwhelming or elusive, but with the right approach, it becomes a powerful tool for building your dream business and life.

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of money mindset with Lauren Schoenfeld, founder of Active Core Consulting. Lauren is a powerhouse in the health and wellness industry, providing entrepreneurs with fractional CFO services, bookkeeping expertise, and operational coaching to put their profit first and scale their dream businesses. A self-proclaimed numbers nerd and former athlete, Lauren brings a wealth of experience from her corporate tenure at PricewaterhouseCoopers, WeWork, and Equinox Fitness Clubs, where she spearheaded major growth initiatives and launched iconic ventures like Equinox Hotels and SoulCycle On-Demand.

Lauren shares her journey from the corporate grind, which led to burnout and a chronic illness, to building her thriving business while prioritizing health and balance. Together, we explore how shifting your mindset about money can empower you to confidently take control of your finances, create a strategic profit-focused plan, and eliminate the hustle culture that traps so many entrepreneurs.

Packed with actionable insights, Lauren delivers a must-listen for anyone looking to transform their relationship with money, develop financial confidence, and build a sustainable, thriving business without sacrificing their well-being.

Great copy is the key to a thriving business. If you can understand the nuances of your industry, you become a master of the language, the vibe, and the challenges of your audience. This understanding creates the connection that enables you to speak to prospective clients at a much more meaningful level that leads to better offers and more sales.

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of copywriting with expert Linda Melone, uncovering the secrets behind writing words that truly captivate and convert. Linda, specializes in creating impactful, revenue-generating copy for the health, wellness, and fitness industries. She leverages her unique blend of skills as a former personal trainer and award-winning magazine writer into copy that converts.

She shares her insights on how effective copy can shape brand identities, connect with audiences on a deeper level, and ultimately drive action. We discuss everything from understanding your target audience to crafting headlines that grab attention and writing copy that sells without feeling “salesy.” Whether you're a business owner, health coach, or aspiring writer, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you elevate your messaging and make a memorable impact with your words. Tune in and discover how to transform your ideas into compelling, conversion-focused copy that resonates with your audience and helps your business thrive.

One of the most powerful strategies for building a successful business is often the most overlooked: niching down. As the market becomes more saturated, it’s not enough to be a generalist—you need to specialize and serve a specific audience to truly stand out. We explore why narrowing your focus allows you to connect more authentically with clients, offer more tailored solutions, and establish yourself as the go-to expert in your niche. Whether you're a health coach or an entrepreneur in any field, discovering your niche is key to attracting the right clients and scaling your business.

To share this powerful insight, we invited Jenn Malecha to the show. Jenn is the Wholistic Health Boss and is an expert in helping health and wellness professionals create successful, sustainable businesses. With years of experience as a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Business Mentor, and Health Coach, Jenn has mastered the art of niching down to grow her brand and empower others to do the same. Through her unique approach, she helps health coaches identify their ideal clients, refine their messaging, and build profitable businesses that align with their passions and strengths. Tune in to learn from Jenn’s journey and get actionable tips on how you can find your niche and thrive.

One of the common themes I've learned over the years and after over 200 episodes is that business is business. The same principles apply for most businesses starting out and the keys to success are basically the same. So when I had a chance to interview Michael Silva, I jumped on the opportunity.

Michael is a business coach who is trying to save the physical therapy profession. During this episode, it became quite clear that health coaches and physical therapists are industries that have many common struggles. As both occupations have similar missions as wellness practitioners, they also share business struggles from building client relationships to managing pricing and business growth.

Michael joins the show to share his passion of helping physical therapists build the practice of their dreams. He empowers private practice owners to create fulfilling and profitable businesses by niching down, targeting their ideal market, and delivering exceptional experiences. Michael also shares how his journey began as a sports medicine physical therapist and quickly becoming disillusioned with the traditional healthcare model. The turning point came when he decided to start his own practice, driven by the support of his wife and the desire to create a more meaningful career.

This decision led to great success and fulfillment, inspiring him to help others do the same. Through his journey, Michael developed the 5 O's Method, a unique approach to helping physical therapists build successful private practices. Now, Michael is on a mission to transform the profession, one private practice at a time.