In this podcast episode, I share my journey of hiring a new coach and the mixed feelings it brings. Reflecting on a stressful past coaching experience that led to burnout and therapy, I discuss the valuable lessons learned about being selective with advice and ensuring alignment with personal goals. Writing my book, "The Accountability Code," was a turning point, helping me move past negativity.

Now, I am excited about my new coach, who aligns well with my values. I stress the importance of setting clear intentions and expectations when hiring a coach and encourage listeners to seek feedback from trusted individuals. This episode highlights finding the right guidance to achieve sustainable success without sacrificing personal well-being.

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Topics covered in this episode:

• Hiring a new coach and the emotions involved.
• A past coaching experience with stress and burnout.
• The role of therapy in overcoming coaching challenges.
• Lessons on being cautious with advice and ensuring alignment.
• Writing "The Accountability Code" as a turning point.
• The importance of clear intentions and expectations for coaching.
• Excitement about my new coach and shared values.
• Seeking feedback from trusted individuals.
• Balancing business success with personal well-being.
• Encouraging listeners to invest in themselves and improve accountability.

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Marci Barker Life Coach specializing in Accountability for Business Owners Author of The Accountability Code It's Time to Wake Up and Show Up! ⁠www.marcibarker.com⁠ ⬆Grab my free audiobook here⬆

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⁠Marci Barker - Life & Business Accountability Coach⁠

In this episode, I interview Susan Hart, who has been in my mastermind group for six months. Susan shares her journey from running Mommy High Five, an affiliate marketing business, to creating a new venture focused on helping moms find their identity beyond motherhood. She talks about the transformation in her business and personal life through my Accountability Code and her upcoming book, "Reclaiming Me," a journal for moms.

We also discuss her personal accountability code, its influence on her planning and execution, and the impact of her Facebook group for moms. This episode highlights the importance of reflection, humility, planning, implementation, commitment, and feedback in personal growth and underscores the value of personal identity and community.

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Topics covered in this episode:

• Susan Hart's journey from running Mommy High Five to starting a new venture.
• Challenges faced with affiliate marketing and changes in online dynamics.
• The transformation through Marci's accountability code.
• Susan's creation of a Facebook group, "I'm a Mom, But," for moms to explore their identities.
• Importance of moms finding their identity beyond motherhood.
• Details about Susan's upcoming book, "Reclaiming Me."
• Susan's personal accountability code and its components.
• The impact of planning and execution in business and personal life.
• The importance of community and celebrating personal wins.
• Future plans for Susan, including potential coaching for moms.

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Marci Barker Life Coach specializing in Accountability for Business Owners Author of The Accountability Code It's Time to Wake Up and Show Up! ⁠www.marcibarker.com⁠ ⬆Grab my free audiobook here⬆

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https://www.facebook.com/382536105205653⁠

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I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.

⁠Marci Barker - Life & Business Accountability Coach⁠

Join me in this episode with Monica Miller, an expert storyteller, who shares her journey from childhood writing to crafting impactful stories for marketing. She emphasizes storytelling's role in engaging audiences and offers advice on authentically sharing personal stories to attract clients, starting with small, everyday moments.

Monica discusses how overcoming a childhood speech impediment shaped her storytelling skills and business growth. She highlights the importance of being open and authentic to help others feel seen and heard, leading to more opportunities. For those hesitant to share their stories, she suggests starting simple and gradually sharing more. The episode concludes with Monica urging listeners to recognize and share the importance of their stories.

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Topics covered in this episode:

• Introduction of guest Monica Miller, an expert storyteller.
• Monica shares her excitement about balancing family activities and work.
• Monica’s background in storytelling, from childhood writing to publishing articles.
• Importance of storytelling in marketing to engage and attract clients.
• Monica’s journey through a storytelling course to improve her marketing.
• How personal experiences, like a childhood speech impediment, influenced Monica's storytelling.
• Monica's tips for authentically sharing personal stories.
• Encouragement to share even small, daily moments as starting points for storytelling.
• Being open and authentic helps others feel seen and heard.
• Final advice on the importance of taking steps to share personal stories.

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Marci Barker Life Coach specializing in Accountability for Business Owners Author of The Accountability Code It's Time to Wake Up and Show Up! ⁠www.marcibarker.com⁠ ⬆Grab my free audiobook here⬆

Follow me on Facebook ⁠

https://www.facebook.com/382536105205653⁠

Follow me on Instagram

⁠https://www.instagram.com/marcibarker.fast/⁠

Follow me on Twitter

⁠Marci Barker (@marcibfitness) on X⁠

Follow me on Youtube

⁠Fun & Sustainable Fitness⁠

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I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.

⁠Marci Barker - Life & Business Accountability Coach⁠