In this special panel episode, Kat Knecht gathers three members of her Soul Driven Success community — Ronda Colavito, Todd Karges, and David Baillie — to unpack insights from the 2025 ICF Global Coaching Study. Together, they explore what the data reveals about the coaching industry’s rapid growth, rising professional standards, and evolving business landscape. From global trends to pricing insights and the growing importance of niching, this lively conversation offers practical wisdom for both new and seasoned coaches building thriving, soul-led businesses.

Key Takeaways:

• The coaching profession is booming. The ICF study shows record-breaking global growth, with an average 13–15% increase—outpacing even the stock market.
• Business acumen matters. Coaches are recognizing the need for marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship skills alongside strong coaching credentials.
• Niching is essential. Successful coaches are narrowing their focus to specific audiences or combining multiple niches (e.g., executive + ADHD coaching) to stand out.
• Diversified services are rising. Beyond 1:1 coaching, many are expanding into training, facilitation, consulting, and mentoring to serve clients more holistically.
• Professionalism and tech are shaping the future. Clients increasingly value certification (especially PCC-level) and expect tech-savvy, seamless business systems.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

2025 ICF Global Coaching Study (commissioned by International Coaching Federation and conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers). Purchase the latest report here: https://coachingfederation.org/resources/research/global-coaching-study/

Join the free Soul Driven Success Community for Coaches here: https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/

Learn more about Soul Driven Success courses and programs -- email katandcurtis@souldrivensuccess.com

Website: https://souldrivensuccess.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kat-knecht/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoulDrivenSuccess

Helpful Resources:

Join Kat's free Soul Driven Success Community for Coaches and attend her workshop, Activate Your Marketing on Monday, April 27, 2026 at 11 am PT.
https://community.souldrivensuccess.com/events/activate-your-marketing-workshop-96818994

Learn more about Soul Driven Success Business Academy courses and programs on our website: https://souldrivensuccess.com/

Connect with Kat:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kat-knecht/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoulDrivenSuccess

Kat's book: Evolve Your Coaching Business - Available in paperback or for Kindle


Coaching Business Spotlight with Kat Knecht brings inspiring stories, proven business strategies, and soulful success tips for coaches. Designed for new and emerging coaches, each episode offers practical tools to grow your coaching business, attract clients, and thrive doing the work you love. Learn more at souldrivensuccess.com.

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