Episode 114: How to Build trust with coaching clients [Minisode with Lex]
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Coaches who pretend to know everything? Total red flag. Lexie Smith breaks that myth wide open. In this solo minisode, Lexie gets real about what actually builds lasting client trust—and spoiler alert—it has nothing to do with having all the answers.
With Emily off on new-mom duty (congrats, baby Frankie!), Lexie holds it down with four essential coaching strategies you can’t afford to skip. From owning your boundaries to actually remembering what your clients said last week, this episode is a sharp wake-up call and a warm accountability hug all in one. Consider it your coaching refresh—because thriving in business starts with trust, not perfection.
In this episode, we discuss:
What should a coach do when they don’t know the answer?
How do you establish trust with new clients online?
What boundaries should coaches enforce with clients?
What are the best practices for following through with clients?
How do I audit my own coaching effectiveness?
Timestamps
00:00 – Why coaches shouldn’t pretend to know everything
01:52 – How to build trust with clients from Day One
02:43 – What to say when you don’t know the answer as a coach
03:36 – Active listening tips for coaches that actually work
04:33 – How to deliver on coaching promises without overpromising
05:35 – Setting coaching boundaries that protect you and your clients
06:30 – Recap: The 4 trust-building strategies every coach needs
07:23 – How to self-audit your coaching practice
08:06 – What’s coming next on the Ready Set Coach Podcast
