Not Ready to Coach Yet? Why That’s Totally Normal (and What to Do Anyway) Ep 288

If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I just don’t feel ready to coach yet…” you’re not alone.

In fact, this is one of the most common (and paralyzing) thoughts that holds new and aspiring coaches back from actually getting started. But here’s the truth:

🚫 Feeling ready isn’t a requirement.
✅ Being willing is what actually moves the needle.

In this post, we’re breaking down the Readiness Myth, why it’s not your fault if you’ve been waiting to feel 100% confident before taking action and what to do instead so you can finally sign your first coaching client.

The Readiness Myth That’s Keeping You Stuck

Let’s be honest: Most new coaches are secretly waiting for a magical moment when they suddenly feel “ready.”

But the truth is that moment doesn’t come.

Even experienced coaches have days when they second-guess themselves.
That feeling of doubt? It’s part of the process.

Waiting to feel ready can feel responsible… but it’s actually a stall tactic dressed up as perfectionism.

Where Confidence Actually Comes From

Here’s the good news: You don’t need to feel confident to start—you just need to be willing.

Confidence isn’t built from thinking about coaching or getting one more certification.
It comes from real action:

✅ Offering a session
✅ Coaching someone and seeing the impact
✅ Realizing, “I can do this.”

Progress builds belief. And belief builds confidence.
Every coach you admire once felt unsure until they took that first brave step.

A Real Story of Starting Scared (and Getting Paid)

One of my clients was terrified to offer her first session.
She almost didn’t send the invite because she didn’t feel “ready.”
But she showed up anyway, coached from the heart, and focused on helping (not impressing).

And you know what? That person became her first paying client.

💛 Not because she had perfect messaging.
💛 Not because she felt fully confident.
But because she was willing to show up.

A Reframe for Your Inner Critic

You don’t have to be perfect to be a powerful coach.
You just have to care.
The people you’re meant to help?
They aren’t looking for polished. They’re looking for presence.

So what if you let go of the idea that you need to “arrive” before you begin?
What if you said yes now and figured out the rest as you go?

Ready to Take the First Step?

If this resonates and you’re thinking,

“Okay… I’m not ready, but I’m willing” I’ve got just the thing for you.

🎁 Watch the free video: 90 Days to Booked Formula

This is the exact framework I use to help coaches go from stuck to signed clients—with calm, clarity, and a whole lot of heart.

Let’s get you moving forward (for real this time).
Because you’re already more ready than you think