In this week’s Coach Mastery Hub Podcast, Andy and Sarah discuss the importance of rest, recovery, and pausing in both our personal and professional lives. From Andy’s big move back to the UK after 21 years in Spain to Sarah’s reflections on the balance of work and family life, they explore how stepping back creates space for connection, reflection, and growth. They also dive into the difficult but necessary topic of feedback, both giving and receiving it. The conversation touches on the emotional responses that come with feedback, especially in a coaching context, and why it’s crucial to approach it with openness and honesty. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of creating space in our lives and the power of receiving feedback with grace.

In Episode 06 of the Coach Mastery Hub Podcast, Andy Delderfield and Sarah Chamberlain dive deep into the powerful theme of niching with purpose.

From the joys and challenges of refining your ideal client to the ethics of value-aligned coaching, this episode explores:

• Why defining your niche matters more than ever
• How your values shape your marketing and practice
• Navigating those early coaching days where you say "yes" to everyone
• When to say "no" (and why it can be the most ethical choice)
• Building a coaching business that aligns with your purpose, not just your pocket

Expect meandering, laughter, real talk about the startup journey, and the ongoing experiment of being a coach in an evolving world.

Plus: Parkrun reflections, internal coach monologues, and a gentle reminder to celebrate the small wins.

🎧 Tune in to reflect, regroup and maybe even rewrite your elevator pitch.

In this honest and heartfelt episode of the Coach Mastery Hub podcast, Andy Delderfield and Sarah Chamberlain dive into the emotional rollercoaster of starting and growing a coaching business.

They reflect on the vulnerability of putting yourself out there, the craving for feedback (both external and internal), and the often harsh realities behind the glossy surface of entrepreneurship.

From the pressures of making a side hustle sustainable, to the loneliness that can come with trying to "make it" on your own, this episode is a must-listen for any coach navigating the early stages of their business journey.

Key themes include:

• The emotional toll of setting up a business
• The need for validation and how we process feedback
• Balancing belief in your mission with the realities of income and impact
• How to keep showing up even when it’s hard

Whether you’re just getting started or stuck at a crossroads, this episode is your reminder that you're not alone — and that keeping on keeping on is where growth truly happens.