In episode 116, I talk about how to create meaningful content without burning yourself out. Actually, it's one of my most favorite episodes that I've ever done for this show. So if you have not listened, I highly recommend checking out episode 116 and we will be sure to link to it in the podcast notes. But in that episode, I talk about the content cycle and the phases that we go through in the content cycle. Sometimes we consume content, sometimes we connect it to aspects of our business or life. Sometimes we create content, and then sometimes we are communicating about our content. And this cycle goes round and round and round. And sometimes we need to just press pause. And so that's what I've decided to do for November and December. I will not be creating any new content for the podcast. Instead, I'm going to give myself a little bit of a break and I'm going to start preparing and planning for 2023. 

 

I have some really exciting ideas to bring to the show next year and so I want to make sure that they have the time and attention they need to come to fruition. But here's the good news for you. I will still be showing up in your podcast feed every week. And there will be some new to you content. Over the next 10 weeks I have some really cool things to share with you on the show. I will be sharing some of my favorite interviews that I've given on other podcasts. So I've gotten permission from those hosts to rebroadcast my interview on their show right here on the Coach with Clarity Podcast. I've had the good fortune to be featured on some outstanding podcasts and so I will be sharing some of my very favorite appearances with you. I'm also digging deep into my archives and I have pulled out four of my most favorite episodes, from my very first podcast, Work Your Inner Wisdom. So I will be sharing some material around finding your purpose, saying yes to your purpose, how to be an intuitive coach, and also an interview I did with my very good friend, Megan Hale, all about connecting with the soul of your offer. It's a really powerful conversation that I know you are going to love. And then finally, as we head into the new year, I will be sharing two earlier episodes of the Coach with Clarity Podcast that I think will be particularly relevant for you as we kick off the new year together. One is all about how we can introduce more rest into our lives. And the other is how we can get back on track after maybe we've taken a little bit of a break. Seems timely, since I myself am taking a little bit of a break from producing this show. But I will be back in January with some brand new episodes that I'm already excited about. So I think you will really love what I have to share with you over the next 10 weeks. And again, most of it will be new to you content. And then we will return to brand new content in January focused on helping you grow as a coach and as a business owner. So that's what you can expect from the Coach with Clarity Podcast over the next 10 weeks. But I have to tell you even though the podcast may be taking a small break, things are really ramping up at Coach with Clarity headquarters and I have some really exciting things that are just about to emerge in these last few months of 2022. So I want to take a few moments to let you know what's on the horizon and let you know how you can be a part of it. 

 

Now, this first thing I think you are going to absolutely love, especially because if you're listening to the show you are a podcast listener, you probably love podcasts. I know I do. And that is why I have created a brand new five part audio training that is delivered as a private podcast. It's called The MAGIC of Coaching and it walks you through the five fundamental principles you need in place to have a powerful sustainable coaching practice. The best part is that this training is absolutely free. All you have to do is go to magicofcoaching.com and enter your name and email address. Right now it's a waitlist, because we're still putting the finishing touches on this five part audio training. But as soon as it is ready to go, once you are on that list, you will automatically be signed up. And you will have one new training delivered to your private podcast feed every day for five days. I've also created some helpful worksheets to go with it. And make sure you stay tuned and listen to that fifth and final training because I also have a really exciting way that we can continue our work together. So no spoilers, but trust me, you are definitely going to want to hear it. So head to magicofcoaching.com right now, to gain access to this free five part audio training as soon as it's ready. I'm really excited about this y'all and I cannot wait to share it with you. 

 

In addition to introducing The MAGIC of Coaching to the world, I'm also creating a brand new private community exclusively for Coach with Clarity clients. So this means if you have ever made a purchase from me, you will be invited to participate in this community. We will be emailing everyone who has ever made a purchase through Coach with Clarity with an invitation to this new community. So if you have purchased something from me, whether it is a $27 guide, whether you have been a part of one of my courses, or the Coach with Clarity Collective, you can expect an invitation into this community if you haven't already received it. Now, if you haven't received an invitation, but you know that you've made a purchase from me, do me a favor, send an email to info@coachwithclarity.com. Let us know and we will get it all sorted out. I am really excited to develop a private community exclusively for Coach with Clarity clients and customers. And I would love to invite you to be a part of it. I'd say the easiest way to do so is to purchase the Coach with Clarity Client Creation Kit. It is $37 and it walks you through everything you need to establish strong business fundamentals for your coaching practice. And you'll also get access to the Coach with Clarity Matrix, which is my process for creating a customized marketing plan that you will actually enjoy implementing. Because I am not about doing things in your business that don't feel good. I want you to create a marketing and sales system that aligns with your values, your priorities and your strengths. And that's exactly what we explore in the Coach with Clarity Matrix.

 

So when you purchase the Coach with Clarity Client Creation Kit, you'll get access to the Matrix, you'll get access to some other trainings and resources, and now you will also get access to the private Coach with Clarity online community. So if you've not already purchased your copy of the Client Creation Kit, head to coachwithclarity.com/cck, that is CCK for Client Creation Kit. And you can get your copy for $37 and receive access to our private client only online community. I'm really excited to connect with you over there and to support you as you continue to build and grow your coaching practice. 

 

So as you can see, we've got a lot of new things launching. We've got The MAGIC of Coaching, audio training, we've got the Coach with Clarity client only community. As we are launching new things. We are also going back and taking a close look at what we already have available for our community and refining it to make it the best it can be. And I have been spending all year refining the curriculum and the delivery for the Certified Clarity Coach training program. Back in episode 110, I shared some updates with you about the International Coaching Federation or ICF. And the changes they're making to strengthen coach training programs. They have completely revised the accreditation process. And so those of us who have existing accredited programs have been completing a transition application to ensure that our program meets or exceeds the new criteria. Believe me when I tell you there was a lot to do for that transition application, but I am so excited to share that I submitted it earlier this year and I am currently waiting to hear back from ICF to ensure that I have exceeded their expectations, and that I will be credentialed as both a level one and a level two training program. 

 

Now in episode 110, I go into much more detail about what that means. But essentially a level one program will ensure that you have the training you need to obtain the first level of credentialing with ICF. That is the Associate Certified Coach or ACC level. And then level two ensures that you have everything you need for the second level of credentialing, the Professional Certified coach or the PCC. I'm also reformatting the way I deliver the curriculum. So instead of feeling like you have to sign up for one huge coach training program, we will be offering it in three phases. Phase one will focus on coaching fundamentals and there will be a self study component to that as well. Phase two will include peer coaching and mentor coaching. And together phases one and two will meet the criteria for a level one training program and get you ready for your ACC. Now if you are ready to really dive deep into coaching mastery, and you're interested in that second level of credentialing with ICF, then you may want to also enroll in phase three, which is where we explore more advanced topics and coaching. And we also include more peer coaching opportunities. I'm really excited as to how this is shaping up and as soon as I get the go ahead from ICF, we will be launching the next cohort of the certification program. So if you've been thinking about becoming a certified coach, if you are looking for a way to bring your intuition and your natural gifts into your coaching practice, then the certified clarity coach training program may just be the best next step for you. So if you haven't already, I strongly recommend that you head over to coachwithclarity.com/certification to sign up for notifications about the program, there will be a limited number of spaces available for people interested in phase two and phase three of the program. So if you are strongly considering an ICF credential, and you'd like the opportunity for us to work together, don't delay head to coachwithclarity.com/certification and get on the waitlist because then you will have priority access when we open the next cohort of the training program. Again, right now the timing is dependent upon when I hear back from ICF. But my hope is that we launched the next round in early 2023. 

 

Now there's one final thing I want to share with you, you're getting a little bit of a sneak peek into something that will be arriving in January 2023. I am so excited to share that I will be launching the Coach with Clarity Kickstart Bundle on January 17th. Now this bundle will be a curated collection of trainings and workshops and digital products from industry experts. And it's really designed to help you take your coaching practice to the next level. And the reason I am so excited about this bundle is because it is such a huge value. It includes dozens of resources in the areas of coaching skills, content creation, marketing and visibility sales and revenue systems and organization and wellness and self care because we cannot forget to take care of ourselves as we are supporting our clients and building our businesses. And I know you will find this bundle to be an incredible resource that supports you every step of the way in your coaching practice. And the best part is that this bundle will be available for under $100. So the bundle will launch on January 17th, it will be available through the 23rd. And I will let you know all about how you can sign up for the bundle when the podcast comes back in early January 2023. So go ahead if you're a planner, make a note on your calendar now that January 17th is the launch day of the Coach with Clarity Kickstart Bundle. And don't worry, I will make sure you have all of the information you need to access the bundle on January 17th. 

 

So my friend, you can see we've had a lot going on over here at Coach with Clarity. And I am just so excited for what 2023 holds both for my business but also and maybe more importantly, for yours. I believe that 2023 can be the year that you expand and grow as a coach and as a business owner and I am so honored to partner with you in your journey. Whether it's through this podcast or whether it's through one of my other programs like the Coach with Clarity Collective, my certification program, even as a private coaching client. In whatever capacity you engage with Coach with Clarity, please know how grateful I am to be a part of your journey, and how excited I am to see what you create moving forward. 

 

So next week starts a 10 week period on the podcast, where I will be sharing new to you content on this feed. And we're kicking things off with one of my most favorite interviews I've ever done. For another podcast, you will hear my interview on the Career Clarity podcast with Lisa Lewis Miller. And I'll be honest with you on that show, I went into topics and experiences that I've never talked about before, I think you're really going to love this interview. And it will be right here waiting for you in your feed next week. And then after that, I will be sharing some of my favorite episodes from Work Your Inner Wisdom, my very first podcast, as well as other featured interviews from other podcasts I've been on. And a couple past episodes of this podcast that I think will serve you well as we enter the new year. So even though the Coach with Clarity Podcast may be taking a bit of a hiatus over the next 10 weeks, things are still going full steam at coach with clarity headquarters. And I'm really excited about the new opportunities and services we will be making available to you. 

So this week in lieu of a Clarity in Action moment. Instead, I'm going to share with you a couple steps you can take to ensure we stay connected with each other over the next 10 weeks and beyond. Step number one, make sure you go to magicofcoaching.com and get on the waitlist for my brand new free five part audio training, all about The MAGIC of Coaching. So again, that's magicofcoaching.com. Just enter your name and your email address. And as soon as the training is ready to go, it will be delivered to your email with full instructions on how to access the private podcast feed. So that's step number one, head to magicofcoaching.com and sign up for the free training. Step number two, if you are already a Coach with Clarity client or customer, keep an eye on your inbox and look for an invitation for the private client only Coach with Clarity online community. And if you'd like to be a part of that, one of the easiest ways to do so is to get your copy of the Client Creation Kit today. Just head to coachwithclarity.com/cck to purchase your kit, and then you too will get an invite to this private online community. 

 

And finally, Step number three is to mark January 17th on your calendar as the launch day of the Coach with Clarity Kickstart Bundle. I will have much more information for you about that bundle when we return with brand new content in early January. So those three steps again, number one had the magicofcoaching.com to sign up for the free audio training. Number two, look for your invitation to the private client only community for Coach with Clarity. And if you're not yet a client or customer, consider purchasing the Client Creation Kit at coachwithclarity.com/cck so that you can get access to that community as well. And finally, number three, circle January 17th on your calendar as the day you can access the Coach with Clarity Kickstart Bundle. 

 

All right, my friend. This is it for me. This is the last brand new podcast episode for 2022. Now don't worry, I'm really excited about the next 10 weeks. I think you're going to love what I have in store for you. And then I will be back in your podcast feed on January 16th with brand new episodes of the show. I hope you have a wonderful end to 2022 and I can't wait for us to get together and 2023 to help you build and grow the coaching practice of your dreams. So until next time, my name is Lee Chaix McDonough reminding you to get out there and show the world what it means to be a Coach with Clarity.