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.

In this episode, Andy and Sarah dive deep into why both giving and receiving feedback can feel so uncomfortable, especially when you're a coach. They explore the emotional roller-coaster of hearing feedback, the challenge of taking compliments, and the vulnerability that comes with being seen and heard in your work. From the fear of judgement to the cultural conditioning that makes us play small, this honest conversation reveals the messy truth about feedback and how to navigate it with courage, kindness, and clarity.

You'll also hear a preview of June’s focus in the CMH: Feedback, Paraphrasing, and Clear Communication. Get ready for a month of growth in both your coaching practice and personal development!

In this deeply personal and reflective episode, Andy and Sarah open up about navigating grief, the loss of loved ones, and how these experiences shape our coaching practices and personal growth. Andy shares the raw emotions following the sudden passing of a close friend, building on the already heavy weight of losing both parents in recent years. Together, they explore the concept of "keeping death near" a profound reminder of our mortality that invites us to live with greater purpose, intentionality, and connection.

This conversation weaves in themes of spirituality, emotional expression, male vulnerability, relationship reflection, and the tools that coaching and positive psychology offer us in times of profound loss. It’s a powerful, compassionate, and honest look at how we process pain—and how we keep showing up.

In this deeply personal and reflective episode, Andy and Sarah open up about the real and raw challenges of being a coach who doesn’t always have it all together. From feelings of overwhelm to grief, ADHD, and the inner stories we carry from childhood, they explore what it means to be heard and held - both as coaches and human beings.

They also dive into this month’s CPD theme: The Psychodynamic Approach to Coaching, raising powerful questions about:

• The boundary between coaching and therapy
• What to do when clients bring deep-rooted trauma
• The ethical responsibility of coaches
• The role of unconscious beliefs in shaping behaviour

This is a beautifully meandering episode filled with honesty, insight, and some very real talk about coaching in the modern world.

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Coach Mastery Hub Podcast with hosts Andy Delderfield and Sarah Chamberlain – your weekly space for real talk, connection, and continuous growth in the coaching world. In this raw and honest conversation, Andy and Sarah pull back the curtain on why they created the Coach Mastery Hub – a supportive, collaborative space for coaches who are tired of feeling isolated and pressured to have all the answers.

This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about experimenting, learning, and growing together – professionally and personally. From overcoming the myth that coaches have to “have their sh*t together,” to building a community that feels like a virtual staff room, this episode is packed with insight, vulnerability, and truth.

Whether you're newly qualified, a seasoned pro, or just coach curious, you'll find inspiration, honesty, and a sense of belonging here.

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