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The Coach Trap Podcast

The Coach Trap Podcast

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86% of coaches quit in year one. Greg (coach → 7-figure brand) and Dan (marketing strategist) show you how to join the 10% who thrive. Learn to attract premium clients, create content that converts, and build a coaching business that actually makes money online. We’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to—now get the playbook. 👉 Join the Skool community: skool.com/thecoachtrap 👉 Subscribe on Substack: substack.com/@coachtrap 👉 Don’t fall into the Coach Trap: www.coachtrap.co.ukThe Coach Trap Economics
Episodes
  • Mastering Pressure and Misinformation in Coaching
    Apr 16 2026

    The Coach Trap: Avoid Burnout & Build Real Authority


    In this episode, Mark Miller dives into the hidden realities of coaching — from burnout and mental health misinformation to the growing influence of AI.

    This is a grounded, honest conversation about what it actually takes to build authority without losing authenticity.

    If you’re a coach, creator, or leader navigating pressure, content, and growth, this episode will challenge how you think about performance, recovery, and trust.

    What We Cover:

    The truth about burnout (and why most people get it wrong)

    How to manage pressure without breaking down

    • The rise of misinformation in mental health
    • The opportunities and risks of AI in coaching
    • Building authentic messaging that actually connects

    Frameworks Mentioned:

    • Green Zone vs Orange Zone (Pressure Management)
    • Six Human Needs
    • Metacognition & Self-Awareness

    Key Takeaways:

    • Burnout isn’t just a buzzword — it has real implications
    • Not everything you see online is accurate or safe
    • AI is powerful, but misuse has consequences
    • Authenticity is a strategy, not just a personality trait

    Standout Moments:

    “Burnout has real diagnostic implications.”
    “Beware of misinformation and disinformation.”
    “AI can be dangerous if misused in coaching.”

    Connect & Learn More:

    Escape the Coach Trap → www.coachtrap.co.uk
    Marc Miller on TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@muchmorecoaching
    Marc Miller on LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-miller-msc-862973173/


    coaching, burnout, mental health, AI, authenticity, pressure, social media, self-awareness

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    29 mins
  • AI is Killing Coaching Authenticity? | AI in Coaching 2026
    Apr 12 2026

    Most coaches are unknowingly sabotaging their success by overusing AI mistaking automation for authenticity, and losing the very human edge that builds real trust and clients.

    In this live chat, Greg Styan and Dan Williams break down what’s really happening in the coaching world as AI floods feeds, DMs, and content strategies with polished but impersonal messaging.

    We explore how to use AI as a tool for amplification not replacement so you can save time, stay consistent, and still lead with real lived experience and connection.

    If you’re a coach or creator trying to stand out in an increasingly AI-driven world, this conversation will challenge how you think about content, branding, and authenticity.

    👉 CTA: www.coachtrap.co.uk
    Join the Skool community: skool.com/thecoachtrap

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    19 mins
  • men in crisis searching for their masculinity - Roberto Parrotta
    Apr 12 2026

    Are men losing their sense of identity in today’s world?

    In this episode, Roberto Parrotta shares his journey into coaching and breaks down the deeper psychological struggles modern men face — from identity and purpose to emotional expression.

    We explore the work of Carl Jung, including archetypes and the shadow self, and how these ideas can help men better understand themselves and grow with intention.

    The conversation also tackles the rise of social media and the manosphere — and how they’re influencing masculinity, coaching, and personal development today.

    If you’re a man navigating pressure, confusion, or a lack of direction… this episode will challenge your thinking and give you practical insight.

    🎯 In this episode:

    Roberto’s path into coaching

    Carl Jung’s archetypes explained

    Shadow work and imposter syndrome

    The impact of social media on masculinity

    Challenges modern men are facing

    What authentic growth really looks like

    💬 Key moments:
    “Only 10% of coaches make it.”
    “Childhood shapes our entire adult life.”
    “Men struggle to express their needs.”


    🔗 Connect with Roberto: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coachingwithroberto
    🎥 Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/G80A8YkLJfs

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    27 mins
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