In this thought-provoking episode of The Coaching Edge Podcast, hosts Erwin de Grave and Dr. Steve Jeffs sit down with celebrated entrepreneur and educator Danny Iny. Danny shares his remarkable journey from high school dropout to leading expert helping coaches, consultants, and entrepreneurs monetize their expertise. He dives deep into the mindset shifts necessary for entrepreneurial success, highlighting the crucial difference between having an "employee" mindset versus an "entrepreneur" mindset.

Danny also discusses why many coaches struggle with the business side of their profession and offers powerful insights into overcoming fear of rejection, building resilience, and continuously learning. He emphasizes that excellence, not mediocrity, is the best defense against the rise of AI, and reminds us that if you're not enough without external validation, you'll never be enough with it.

This inspiring conversation is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to thrive in coaching, entrepreneurship, or any venture that demands boldness, mastery, and authenticity.

View the full episode here: https://thecoachingedgepodcast.com/why-entrepreneurs-must-embrace-business-mastery-insights-from-danny-iny

In this insightful episode of The Coaching Edge Podcast, hosts Erwin de Grave and Steve Jeffs sit down with veteran corporate coach Ann Farrell to explore the transformational power of coaching within organizations. With over 48 years of experience, Ann brings a rare blend of executive insight and systemic coaching wisdom, focusing on how leaders at all levels can foster impactful, human-centric workplaces.

Ann dives into the importance of recognizing the shadow in leadership—how behavior, more than words, influences those around us. She discusses how coaching can uncover blind spots, strengthen team dynamics, and support leaders in truly understanding how they land with others. Drawing from her corporate journey and her work with coaches through Quantum Endeavors, she shares how creating space for reflection and energy management fuels strategic growth and prevents burnout.

The conversation also touches on redefining productivity, the necessity of “unscheduled time,” and the magic of bringing humanity into systems—one whole human at a time. Ann advocates for an empowered approach to business where energy, legacy, and authenticity drive success.

Listeners will walk away inspired by Ann’s example of sustainable leadership and practical strategies to elevate both individual and organizational coaching practices.

Listen full episode here: https://thecoachingedgepodcast.com/from-executive-to-empowerer-how-ann-farrell-helps-coaches-and-leaders-thrive/

In this insightful episode of The Coaching Edge Podcast, hosts Erwin de Grave and Steve Jeffs sit down with Cindy Schulson, founder of Marketing From Within, to explore how coaches can break through the noise and build lasting client relationships in an oversaturated market. Cindy shares her deeply human approach to marketing—what she calls "Marketing with Heart instead of Hype"—and reveals the rising importance of clarity, consistency, and authenticity in an era of what she calls a "trust gap" in the coaching industry.

Cindy explains the power of teaching your client journey in your marketing, and how real connection, not polished perfection, is the key to building credibility. She emphasizes the need for transparency, niche specificity, and aligning your unique value with the right clients at the right time. The conversation covers the dangers of fluff marketing, the responsible use of AI, and how coaches can shift from generic sales tactics to thought leadership that truly resonates.

This episode is a must-listen for any coach seeking to attract aligned clients and build trust in a world full of noise. Cindy’s message is clear: it’s not about selling more—it’s about serving better.

Tune in and learn how to authentically position your message and build a coaching business grounded in integrity.

You can watch the full episode here: https://thecoachingedgepodcast.com/cindy-schulson-on-building-trust-through-marketing-with-heart/