In this episode of the Coaching Business Spotlight Show, host Kat Knecht is joined by her husband and business partner Curtis Knecht as they explore the balance between playing the long game and implementing a short-term plan in your coaching business. They discuss the importance of having a vision while staying adaptable to change. Kat shares her journey of building a thriving coaching career, emphasizing the need to stay committed to long-term goals while making practical, strategic decisions in the short term.

Curtis, who initially resisted planning, shares his transformation from avoiding structure to embracing the power of flexible planning. Together, they discuss the role of visioning, pivoting in response to challenges, and how planning—when done right—can bring clarity, ease, and even creativity to your business. Whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned coach, this episode will help you see planning in a new light and empower you to take inspired action toward your long-term success.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of balancing long-term vision with short-term actionable steps.
• How Kat’s early coaching business strategy involved financial planning to create stability.
• Curtis' resistance to planning and how he shifted his mindset over time.
• Why planning should be flexible and allow for unexpected challenges and opportunities.
• The power of pivoting—how economic downturns and life events shaped their coaching business.
• How having a structured plan reduces stress and allows for more creativity and presence in the moment.
• The value of having an accountability partner, team, or coach to refine and adjust plans.
• Strategies for making planning feel energizing rather than restrictive.
• The importance of celebrating progress and acknowledging when you've achieved your long-term vision.
• Why planning ahead can save time, money, and mental energy in the long run.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Learn more about the Evolve Your Coaching Business course and other offerings -- email katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com

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Kat's book: Evolve Your Coaching Business

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