How to Make Money as a Coach: Smart Strategies That Actually Work

Let’s be real—coaching is powerful, but you’re not here just to change lives. You deserve to get paid well for your expertise. If you’re done with undercharging and overworking, let’s talk about smart ways to make more money without running yourself into the ground.

1. Stop Trading Time for Money—Create Coaching Packages

Charging by the session? That’s the fastest way to burnout. Instead, create packages that focus on big transformations, not just time spent on calls.

Try this:

  • Starter: Two 30-minute calls + email support
  • Breakthrough: Weekly calls + exclusive resources
  • VIP: Private coaching + unlimited messaging + in-person access

People pay for results, not your time. Give them a clear path to success, and they’ll commit.

2. Sell an Online Course & Make Passive Income

Not everyone can afford private coaching, but many will happily invest in a self-paced course that helps them reach their goals.

How to start:

  • Break down your best strategies into bite-sized lessons.
  • Test a beta launch, get feedback, and refine.
  • Use platforms that do the heavy lifting for you, like this one, so you can sell without the stress.

Once it’s live, your course keeps making money without you constantly showing up.

3. Offer Group Coaching & Scale Faster

Want to help more people in less time? Group coaching is your best friend.

  • Weekly live sessions & Q&As
  • A private community for ongoing support
  • Exclusive content + accountability

It’s a win-win—your clients get results, and you stop working endless hours.

4. Get Paid to Speak & Build Your Authority

Speaking gigs position you as the expert and bring in serious cash. Start by offering free talks to build credibility, then pitch corporate events, podcasts, and summits. Bonus: repurpose those talks into content that keeps working for you.

5. Make Money with Affiliate Marketing

If you’re already sharing your favorite books, tools, and resources—why not get paid for it? Set up a “Recommended Resources” page and add affiliate links to your emails and content.

Final Thoughts

If you want to make serious money as a coach, you need more than just one-on-one sessions. Package your brilliance, create scalable offers, and watch your income grow.

Let’s make it happen!

 

Want to create more income and impact—without the guesswork? Join my free group for powerful money mindset shifts and heart-driven business strategies that actually work. Yes, I’m In!

 
xo, Brittany

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