You became a health coach to change lives, but now you’re trying to figure out how to stand out, deliver real results, and build a sustainable business without drowning in all the details.
Maybe you’re unsure how to coach effectively, overwhelmed by the endless marketing advice, or struggling to balance it all while still staying true to your mission. You’re passionate about helping others, but you didn’t expect building a coaching business to feel this confusing.
That’s where Coach Smarter comes in. I’m Stephen Box, National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach and founder of Unshakable Habits. With more than a decade of experience, I know that thriving as a coach isn’t about doing more—it’s about focusing on what matters most: developing your coaching skills, finding your unique voice, and simplifying your business so it works for you.
Each week, I’ll help you coach with confidence, market with clarity, and build a business that lasts. If you’re ready to become a better coach and finally feel confident in your approach, hit the + follow button and join me every week on Coach Smarter.
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Many coaches have been told that success requires being outgoing, high-energy, and always “on.”
But if you’re an introverted coach, that approach can leave you feeling drained, overwhelmed, and quest…
Most coaches don’t actually have a time management problem—they have a decision-making problem. And if you don’t get a handle on it, your business will start running you instead of the other way arou…
You set up a Facebook group, invited people to join, and started posting consistently… but no one is engaging. Sound familiar?
Many coaches assume that creating a group equals building a community—but…
You started your coaching business to help people—not to spend hours scheduling calls, chasing invoices, and managing emails. But somehow, the admin work never stops. You’ve probably thought about au…
Most coaches think productivity is about doing more—but what if the real key is doing less?
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In this episode of Coach Smarter, Stephen Box sits down with performance coach Rob Tracz to explore how coaches and entrepreneurs can overcome burnout and build a business they love. Rob shares his p…
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In this episode of Coach Smarter, Stephen Box breaks down the power of niching down for health coaches.
He explains why having a specific niche is the difference between struggling to find clients a…
Are you feeling stuck in your coaching business, spinning your wheels on tasks that seem productive but don’t actually bring in clients? In this episode of Coach Smarter, Stephen Box and business coa…
There are a couple of big things happening in 2025 and today I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes peek into the changes and the reasons.
Have a question or episode suggestion? Send us a text, we'd love …
Are you spending hours trying to perfect every detail of your coaching business before taking action? In this episode of Coach Smarter, Stephen Box uncovers the number one mistake new coaches make an…
Feeling stuck in your coaching business and unsure how to move forward? Whether you’re just starting out or struggling to gain traction, there are six key skills you need to focus on to ensure long-t…
Feeling overwhelmed by all the skills you need to master as a coach and entrepreneur? You’re not alone. In this episode of Coach Smarter, Stephen Box introduces the 10-80-10 Principle, a simple frame…
Are you constantly chasing the next goal, striving for success, but finding it harder to stay present in the moment? As high-achieving coaches, that drive can take a toll on your energy, relationship…
Successful business is all about alignment. You've heard me talk about this multiple times and today I'm leading by example.
You may have noticed that the podcast named changed from Own Your Calendar…
The holiday season is busy—family gatherings, travel, parties—but it doesn’t mean your coaching business has to take a backseat. In this episode of Coach Smarter, Stephen Box breaks down why shutting…