These 5 steps to starting a coaching business in 2026 will help you build a solid foundation, and today I’ll walk you through each one so you know exactly where to begin. If you are a woman over 50 who wants to start coaching, this simple framework will give you clarity on what matters most and what you can skip for now.

Starting a coaching business does not require a niche that takes months to decide, a complicated website, or a long list of tech tools. You need a clear offer, a simple plan to talk about your coaching, and the confidence to begin working with people who already know and trust you. These five steps will help you do exactly that.

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In this episode, I’ll show you how to choose your first coaching offer, begin speaking about your coaching with confidence, connect with warm people in your network, and start booking conversations that lead to paying clients. This is the most practical way to begin your coaching business in 2026.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• The five steps to starting a coaching business in 2026
• How to choose a simple coaching offer you can confidently explain
• Why your first clients often come from people you already know
• How to begin talking about your coaching in a way that feels natural
• What to focus on first as a new coach
• The mindset required to take action and build early momentum

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Ready to grow your coaching business in 2026? Register for our upcoming free LIVE workshop here: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/workshop

Free Resources for coaches:
- Free Masterclass to Grow Your Coaching Business: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/masterclass
- Canva Workshop: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/canva
- First Client Conversation Guide? Grab your copy here: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/conversation

Tools I recommend for coaches:
- Flodesk (email marketing): https://flodesk.com/c/DEBBIESHADID
- Descript (video editor): https://get.descript.com/cj4n2vzke4vu

Connect with Debbie:
Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/

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Let’s connect!

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• Instagram @debbieshadid
• Subscribe on YouTube

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If you want to know exactly how to create your coaching offer in 2026, this episode will walk you through the simple method I teach all of my clients. Instead of guessing, overthinking, or jumping between ideas, I’ll show you a clear process to choose a coaching offer you can confidently sell as a new coach.

In this video, I break down my Three Circle Method, a straightforward way to identify what you should coach on, who you want to help, and how to package your coaching in a way that feels aligned and practical. If you’re a woman over 50 starting a coaching business, this framework will make it easy to choose an offer and begin signing clients.

Inside this video, you'll learn:
- How to choose your coaching offer using the Three Circle Method
- How to identify the problem you want to help people solve
- How to validate your offer quickly
- How to keep your offer simple so it is easier to sell
- How to choose an offer that fits your strengths and experience
- The common mistakes new coaches make when deciding on their offer

Tools for coaches I reference in this episode:

- Flodesk (email marketing): https://flodesk.com/c/DEBBIESHADID

- Descript (video editor): https://get.descript.com/cj4n2vzke4vu

- Squarespace (website builder): https://www.squarespace.com/

- Canva (graphic + brand creation)

- Calendly (calendar software for scheduling sessions)

Ready to grow your coaching business in 2026? Register for our upcoming free LIVE workshop here: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/workshop

Free Resources for coaches:

- Free Masterclass to Grow Your Coaching Business: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/masterclass

- Canva Workshop: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/canva

Tools I recommend for coaches:

- Flodesk (email marketing): https://flodesk.com/c/DEBBIESHADID

- Descript (video editor): https://get.descript.com/cj4n2vzke4vu

Connect with Debbie:

Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/

🎙️ Listen to the podcast: Life Coach Business Building School

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/life-coach-business-building-school-with-debbie-shadid/id1502118085

If you find this video helpful, make sure to subscribe for more videos to help you grow your coaching business: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz6RS8kQGMLJqJrK9uKdjtg

Disclaimer: Some of the links shared in this description are affiliate links. This means that if you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra

Let’s connect!

• Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
• Instagram @debbieshadid
• Subscribe on YouTube

#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool

Let’s connect!

• Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
• Instagram @debbieshadid
• Subscribe on YouTube

#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool

If you’re a woman over 50 who is ready to start a coaching business in 2026, this episode will give you a clear, simple plan for your first few months. Instead of setting huge, vague goals that leave you feeling overwhelmed, I’m going to show you exactly what to focus on month by month so you can start 2026 off by signing coaching clients and growing your coaching business!

Women over 50 make incredible coaches because you bring years of life experience, transformation, and wisdom that younger coaches simply don’t have. Your job now is to channel that experience into a business that feels doable and aligned and that starts with goals that you can actually achieve. In this video, I’ll walk you through the exact 3-month path I recommend for every new coach.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to set realistic, achievable coaching goals for your first 90 days
• Why your first client should come in the first 7–30 days
• How to pick a price you can confidently sell without imposter syndrome
• The easiest way to find your first client (hint: someone you already know!)
• How to coach your first client “until they win” so you get your first testimonial
• How to enroll three more clients in the second month
• Why Month 3 is the perfect time to launch a beta group program
  How to stair-step your goals for the rest of 2026 so you stay motivated
  
  

Tools for coaches I reference in this video:

- Flodesk (email marketing): https://flodesk.com/c/DEBBIESHADID

- Descript (video editor): https://get.descript.com/cj4n2vzke4vu

- Squarespace (website builder): https://www.squarespace.com/

- Canva (graphic + brand creation): https://www.canva.com/

- Calendly (calendar software for scheduling sessions): https://calendly.com/

Want to grow your coaching business by becoming a speaker at our upcoming Design, Live, Thrive Summit? There’s only a few spots left! Apply now: https://www.debbieshadid.com/apply

Ready to grow your coaching business in 2026? Register for our upcoming free LIVE workshop here: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/workshop

Free Resources for coaches:

- Free Masterclass to Grow Your Coaching Business: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/masterclass

- Canva Workshop: https://coaching.debbieshadid.com/canva

Connect with Debbie:

Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/

🎙️ Listen to the podcast: Life Coach Business Building School

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/life-coach-business-building-school-with-debbie-shadid/id1502118085

If you find this episode helpful, make sure to subscribe for more videos to help you grow your coaching business: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz6RS8kQGMLJqJrK9uKdjtg

Disclaimer: Some of the links shared in this description are affiliate links. This means that if you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools and resources I use and trust to support your coaching business.

Let’s connect!

• Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com
• Instagram @debbieshadid
• Subscribe on YouTube

#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool