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The Mindset Coach

Lara Young

As a coach, you know the importance of mindset - for you and your clients. But what does mindset even mean and what tools and techniques can you use to transform how your clients think, feel, behave and what they believe and value in their quest to achieve their goals?

Join Lara Young, Master Coach and Founder of the Mindset Coach Academy each Friday for
easy to implement tools, techniques and mindset coaching insights to help you hone your coaching skills, grow your coaching business and transform your client’s mindset as well as your own.

At the Mindset Coach Academy, we offer a comprehensive, multi-modality coach certification program that equips coaches across the globe to create lasting transformation and change.

You can find us over at www.mindsetcoachacademy.com

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S6 · E13
Friday · 18 min
Beyond Coaching Frameworks: How Advanced Coaches Create Lasting Change
Your client probably will not remember whether you used GROW, a strengths-based framework, an NLP process or a particular coaching technique. They will remember whether they felt seen. Whether something shifted. Whether they left the conversation able to think, feel or act differently. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I explore what coaching mastery actually looks like once you have moved beyond the foundations. We look at four areas that become increasingly important as your coaching develops: presence, precision in language, transformational range and professional maturity, as well as why more experience alone does not necessarily make us better coaches if we are not reflecting, receiving feedback, and deliberately refining the way we work. Because mastery is not about collecting more certificates or proving how many techniques you know. It is about developing the judgement to recognise what this client needs, in this moment, and having both the capability and restraint to respond appropriately. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E12
October 2 · 28 min
Are You Ready for PCC? The Shift from ACC to Transformational Coaching
Do you really need to wait until you have 500 coaching hours before you begin developing towards PCC-level coaching? Or could waiting actually mean spending hundreds of hours practising at the level you already know, rather than developing the skills you want to grow into? In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I’m joined by Andy Johnson, our Director of Education at the Mindset Coach Academy, for a conversation about what really changes as coaches move from ACC towards PCC. We explore the shift from coaching the “what” to coaching the “who”, why greater depth often requires us to loosen our grip on frameworks, and how presence, intuition, curiosity and the ability to stay comfortable in the unknown all develop through practice. We also tackle the question so many coaches ask themselves: “Am I ready for PCC?” Because PCC development is not simply about accumulating coaching hours or adding another credential to your LinkedIn profile. It is about becoming increasingly responsive, present and skilful in the room, and developing those capabilities while you are coaching, not after the work is already done. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E11
September 25 · 12 min
Why Coaching Is a Profession, Not Just a Marketing Label
Being good at marketing coaching and being good at coaching are not the same skill. A polished brand, a large following, a full event or a beautifully marketed programme can tell us a lot about somebody’s ability to attract attention and sell an offer. But once a client actually steps into the coaching room, whether that is one-to-one, inside a group programme or at a retreat, something very different is required. Can you listen beyond the presenting problem? Can you stay in partnership rather than jumping in with your own answers? Can you recognise where coaching ends and mentoring, consulting or therapy begins? In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, let’s explore why coaching needs to be treated as a skilled profession. What credentialing can and cannot tell us about a coach, and why developing genuine capability matters just as much as building visibility. Because getting somebody into your coaching container is only the beginning. What happens once they trust you enough to step inside is where the real responsibility starts. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E10
September 18 · 15 min
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Coaching Skills Every Coach Should Develop
There is a point in many coaches’ development where good questions, strong rapport and a reliable coaching framework are no longer enough. You can hear the pattern beneath what the client is saying. You know they are stuck somewhere deeper. And you also know that asking another variation of “What could you do differently?” is probably not going to create the shift they need. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I explore what advanced coaching skills training should actually develop, from deeper listening and pattern recognition to intervention flexibility, ethical maturity and the confidence to respond to the client in front of you rather than hiding behind a model. We also look at what to consider when choosing advanced training, why live practice and feedback matter so much, and where accreditation, mentoring and professional community fit into your development. Because advanced development is not about collecting more certificates or filling your toolkit with techniques. It is about becoming a coach with better judgement, greater range and the ability to create deeper change while knowing exactly where the boundaries of responsible coaching sit. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E9
September 11 · 27 min
Why Group Coaching Is More Than One-to-One Coaching at Scale
Putting more people into a coaching session does not automatically make it group coaching. And if you have ever been inside a group where one person dominated every conversation, quieter members disappeared into the background, and the whole thing felt more like a webinar with occasional hot seats, you will know exactly what I mean. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I explore what actually makes group coaching different from one-to-one coaching, and why successful group experiences require a distinct set of design and facilitation skills. We look at group dynamics, participation, psychological safety, accountability, confidentiality, programme structure and why the group itself can become one of the most powerful sources of transformation. If you are considering creating a group programme, mastermind, retreat or membership, this episode will help you think beyond “How do I get more people into the room?” and start asking a much more useful question: How do I create an experience where those people genuinely learn, participate, change and grow together? Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E8
September 4 · 17 min
How to Build a Successful Coaching Business: The 5 C’s Framework
When something is not quite working in your coaching business, it is very easy to assume you need more. More qualifications, more followers, more confidence, more clients, a better niche, a better website or another tool to add to the collection. But what if you do not need more of everything? What if there is simply one area that needs your attention, and strengthening that one piece could improve everything around it? In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I introduce the Five C’s of Coaching Success: clarity, credibility, clients, capability and confidence. We explore how each one influences your development as both a coach and a business owner, why a confidence problem is not always really about confidence, and how to identify the area that could create the greatest ripple effect for you right now. Whether you are just beginning, newly qualified or have been coaching for years, this is an opportunity to stop trying to fix everything and get clearer about what actually deserves your focus. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E7
August 28 · 22 min
12 Best Tools for a Professional Coaching Practice
The coaching industry is full of tools. Apps, assessments, worksheets, prompts, trackers, systems and now an ever-growing range of AI platforms all promise to help us coach more effectively. But more tools do not automatically make us better coaches. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I share 12 tools that genuinely earn their place in a professional coaching practice. From coaching agreements, intake forms and confidential notes to diagnostic assessments, accountability tools, transformational methodologies and the mentoring and peer support that help us develop our own skills. We also look at how to build a useful toolkit without making your practice unnecessarily complicated, and why ethics, confidentiality and professional judgement matter just as much as efficiency. Because ultimately, the tool is never the source of transformation. The best coaching tools create the structure and support that allow you to coach with greater clarity, consistency and care, while keeping the human coaching relationship firmly at the centre. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E6
August 21 · 22 min
What Makes a Great Coach? Skills Every Coach Needs
Being caring, intuitive and a naturally good listener can give you a wonderful foundation for coaching. But none of those things, on their own, make someone a great coach. So what actually does? In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I explore the skills that sit beneath exceptional coaching, from presence, active listening and ethical judgement to curiosity, challenge, self-awareness and a deeper understanding of mindset and human change. I also look at what develops as coaches move from ACC foundations towards PCC-level refinement, why frameworks should support rather than control the conversation, and how our own need to help can sometimes get in the way of the client. Because great coaching is not about knowing the most techniques or having the cleverest questions. It is about developing the judgement to know when to ask, when to challenge, when to stay silent and when to step back, while creating the conditions for the client to think, choose and create meaningful change for themselves. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E5
August 14 · 15 min
Why Mindset Coaching Is the Foundation of All Coaching
Life coach or mindset coach? It sounds like a question about choosing a niche. I think it is actually a much more interesting question about how change happens. A client may come to coaching wanting more confidence, a career change, better leadership skills or a healthier habit. But underneath that goal sits a human being with beliefs, emotions, expectations, identity, habits and established patterns of behaviour. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I explore why I believe mindset is not simply another coaching specialism, but a foundation that can strengthen every type of coaching. We look at where life coaching and mindset coaching differ, why insight alone does not always create change, and why mindset work requires far more than positive thinking. Most importantly, we explore why strong coaches need both: professional coaching foundations and the ability to recognise what may be happening beneath the presenting problem. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E4
August 7 · 16 min
5 Stages of a Transformational Coaching Session
A coaching session can contain thoughtful questions, valuable insights and a highly engaged client and still fail to create meaningful change. The difference is often not the quality of one particular question. It is whether the coach can create a clear, ethical and purposeful process that helps the client move from arriving in the conversation to identifying what really matters, exploring what is influencing it and integrating a useful shift beyond the session. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I walk you through five stages for structuring transformational coaching sessions: arrival, focus, exploration, shift and integration. We also explore the mistakes that can quietly weaken a session, including vague outcomes, remaining in the client’s story for too long, mistaking emotion for transformation and relying too heavily on structure. Whether you are a new coach building confidence or an experienced practitioner refining your craft, this episode will help you create sessions that feel natural and client-led while still having direction, depth and purpose. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E3
July 31 · 15 min
ACC vs PCC: Which ICF Coaching Path Is Right for You?
ACC or PCC? On the surface, the difference may appear to be a matter of training hours, client experience and which credential you can place after your name. But the more important distinction is what each stage asks of you as a coach. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I explore what genuinely changes as you progress from ACC to PCC, from the way you listen and partner with clients to how confidently you can remain with complexity, challenge established thinking and respond to what is happening beneath the presenting goal. We will also look at the experience requirements, professional opportunities and development involved at each level. Whether you are preparing to enter the coaching profession or considering the next stage of your development, this episode will help you move beyond the acronyms and ask a more valuable question: what kind of coach are you committed to becoming? Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E2
July 24 · 17 min
Beyond Insight: 7 Coaching Methods That Create Real Change
Your client understands the pattern. They know what they need to do differently and can explain exactly why change matters. Yet, a week later, they are back in the same behaviour. What is missing? Insight is valuable, but insight alone does not always create transformation. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, we explore seven coaching methods that help clients move beyond understanding and into meaningful, lasting change. We look at the foundations of professional coaching alongside NLP, hypnotherapy, Time Line Therapy®, mindset-based models, somatic and behavioural integration, and the distinct power of group coaching. This is not about collecting techniques for the sake of having a bigger toolkit. It is about understanding how different methods work, which clients they may support and how to use them with skill, judgement and ethical care. Whether you are beginning your coaching career or reviewing where your current approach could be stronger, this episode will help you consider what separates a helpful coaching conversation from genuinely transformational work. Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S6 · E1
July 17 · 11 min· Video
The Coaching Industry Is Changing Fast: Here's What Will Actually Matter in 2026
The coaching profession is growing, and growth alone does not tell us where it is heading. Client expectations are rising, and artificial intelligence is changing the way coaches work. Information is more accessible than ever, and clients are becoming increasingly discerning about the people they trust to support them. The question is no longer whether coaching will change. It is which coaches will be ready to change with it, without losing the human connection at the heart of the profession. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I explore seven trends shaping the future of coaching, from evidence-based practice, ethical AI and professional accreditation to diagnostic tools, whole-person coaching and lifelong learning. Whether you are beginning your coaching career or have been practising for years, this episode will encourage you to consider what clients increasingly expect and what it takes to remain credible, relevant and genuinely transformational in an evolving profession. The future of coaching may include more technology, more data and more sophisticated tools. But it will also demand greater humanity, stronger ethics and a deeper commitment to learning. Join our Community! You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S5 · E15
January 30 · 12 min
The Essential Upgrade for Your Coaching Toolkit
Coaching isn’t meant to be about endless admin, clunky onboarding, or second‑guessing whether you’re working on the right thing. You became a coach to create transformation, the kind that lasts. Yet too often, traditional processes keep us circling the surface while clients are craving depth. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I’m introducing you to Mindset Dimensions, the integrated diagnostic and coaching framework that changes everything. It’s not just another tool; it’s an upgrade. An upgrade in how you onboard, how you coach, and how confidently you facilitate transformation. If you’ve ever felt the frustration of piecing together multiple assessments or spending weeks trying to uncover what’s really going on, this conversation will show you how to bypass the guesswork and go deep immediately, with clarity, precision, and professionalism. More info on Mindset Dimensions https://www.mindsetdimensions.com/ Join the MCA Coach Network Community You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S5 · E14
January 2 · 16 min
Choosing Your Coaching Credential. What Certification is Right for You?
Becoming a coach is easy. Becoming a credible, ethical and truly transformational coach is not. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I will walk you through the exact training pathways offered at the Mindset Coach Academy, and more importantly, help you understand which one is right for you. Whether you are just starting out, ready to deepen your impact, or looking for a comprehensive professional qualification, this conversation cuts through the noise of surface-level certifications and focuses on what actually develops confident, competent coaches. If you are thinking seriously about stepping into coaching in 2026, this episode will help you clarify your direction, avoid costly mistakes, and choose a pathway that aligns with both who you are now and the coach you want to become. More info on Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ More info on the ICF ACC Program https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/icf-acc-training/ More info on the Mindset Coach Certification Program https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/coachcertification/ More info on ICF Level 1 & Level 2 Certifications https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/icf-mca-combined/ Download the Mindset Coach Academy Brochure https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/mindset-coach-certification-brochure/ Join the MCA Coach Network Community You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S5 · E13
Dec 26, 2025 · 12 min
Your Next Chapter Starts Now: Why 2026 Needs a Different You
There’s a quiet moment between Christmas and New Year where everything softens just enough for clarity to arrive. The noise fades, the pace slows, and the truth you’ve been avoiding becomes harder to ignore. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I will invite you into that pause, the space before the pivot, where real decisions are made. Not about resolutions or goals, but about identity. About who you’ve been, who you’re becoming, and what it will truly take to step into your next level of mastery as a coach and leader. If you’ve felt the familiar pull to “wait until things calm down” or “start properly next year”, this episode will challenge you, gently but powerfully, to stop delaying your evolution. Because meaningful change doesn’t begin on a calendar. It begins with a decision. More info on Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ More info on MCA Coaching Network https://www.skool.com/coaches-success-studio More info on ICF Level 1 & Level 2 Certifications https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/icf-mca-combined/ Join the MCA Coach Network Community You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S5 · E12
Dec 19, 2025 · 13 min
The Naughty & Nice List for Coaches 2025
Every December, I love to pause and reflect, not just on what we’ve achieved, but on who we’ve become as coaches. And this year, I’m inviting you into one of my favourite traditions: the Naughty and Nice List for coaches. This isn’t about judgement. It’s about honesty. The “naughty” patterns are the ones that quietly hold you back, avoiding visibility, collecting courses without actually developing your coaching skills, or trying to grow without community. The “nice” list celebrates the habits that truly build confidence and credibility, such as consistent practice, professional training, and showing up even when it feels uncomfortable. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I’ll guide you through both lists, share reflection questions to help you step into your next level, and invite you to consider who you want to be as a coach in 2026. If you’re ready to stop hiding and start leading, this conversation will give you clarity, courage, and the tools to grow into the coach you’re becoming. More info on Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ More info on MCA Coaching Network https://www.skool.com/coaches-success-studio More info on ICF Level 1 & Level 2 Certifications https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/icf-mca-combined/ Join the MCA Coach Network Community You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S5 · E11
Dec 12, 2025 · 28 min
Invisible Skills Every Fully Booked Coach Needs
There’s a truth in the coaching industry that almost no one talks about, and it’s the reason some coaches thrive while others stay stuck, no matter how many courses they take or how much content they create. The coaches who grow sustainably aren’t just skilled; they’ve developed the invisible abilities that make success possible. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on the hidden skills that determine whether you’ll ever become fully booked, and the professional mastery you need once you are. From emotional availability and identity‑based consistency to conversational leadership and clean decision‑making, you’ll discover the internal foundations that shape your external results. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re not further along, or what truly separates impactful coaches from those who quietly disappear, this conversation will give you clarity, direction, and the tools to evolve into the coach you’re becoming. More info on Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ More info on MCA Coaching Network https://www.skool.com/coaches-success-studio More info on ICF Level 1 & Level 2 Certifications https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/icf-mca-combined/ Join the MCA Coach Network Community You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S5 · E10
Dec 5, 2025 · 14 min
The Invisible Skills That Make a Coach Fully Booked
Momentum. It’s the missing ingredient that keeps 98% of coaches circling instead of growing. Not motivation, not inspiration, momentum. The force that builds your business, attracts clients, and shapes your identity as a powerful coach. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I reveal the hidden leaks that drain momentum and share the three internal codes that the top 2% of coaches use to grow year after year. You’ll learn practical activations to stop self-sabotage, align your identity, and create consistent forward motion. If you’re ready to stop stalling and start building sustainable growth, this conversation will give you the clarity, confidence, and tools to step into the 2%, and make 2026 the year you finally move forward. Episode Links Learn more about Mindset Coach Academy https://mindsetcoachacademy.com/ Learn more about the 2026 Coach Growth Activation https://www.skool.com/coaches-success-studio Join the MCA Coach Network Community You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
S5 · E9
Nov 28, 2025 · 19 min
#1 Reason Coaches Don’t Get Clients (And How to Fix It Fast)
Why aren’t clients coming? You’ve done the training, you know you can help people, but the enquiries and bookings just aren’t landing. The truth is, it’s rarely about needing another certification or a fancier website; it’s about the invisible patterns of self-sabotage that hold you back. In this episode of The Mindset Coach Podcast, I’ll show you the three blocks that stop coaches from attracting clients and the three powerful shifts you can make to fix them fast. From clarity before confidence, to rituals that build consistency, to conversations that create connection, you’ll discover practical exercises you can use straight away. If you’ve ever felt stuck in hesitation, perfectionism, or stop–start marketing, this episode will give you the clarity, confidence, and momentum to attract the clients you’re meant to serve. Join the Coaches Success Studio Community for our upcoming 2026 Coach Growth Activation. You can also follow us on our social media channels: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

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