The Coaching Revolution You Didn’t See Coming

Imagine sitting across from someone who went from armed robberies to running a $25 million coaching empire, complete with a Netflix documentary, and thinking: “If this guy can turn his life around, maybe there’s a coaching edge I’ve been overlooking.”

That’s the unbelievable-but-true story of Lewis Raymond Taylor, a former teen thief who served time for arson and violent assault. After his release, he immersed himself in education and coaching, ultimately founding a company that helps people build powerful coaching businesses worldwide. It’s a redemption arc with real muscle.

Why Coaching Works: It’s Not Hype, It’s Science

• Transformational impact backed by data
  Health coaching studies show that clients improve their A1C levels (blood sugar control), cholesterol, and weight more effectively than those without coaching. Want proof? Another study found that tobacco quit rates were around 32% for coached individuals versus 18% for uncoached individuals after a year, which is nearly double the success rate.

• Positive psychology meets practical results.
  Companies like BetterUp have raised $100 million, betting on coaching for leadership, not fluff, but real ROI: 24% lower stress, up to 26% better performance, and a 15% reduction in burnout. These aren’t feel-good stats—they’re HR-level metrics that saved careers and kept people from burning out.

• Cohort-based coaching scales
  Unlike passive self-paced courses, which have a pitiful 5–15% completion rate, cohort groups, where people learn together, show dramatically higher engagement and results. It’s social proof in action: when you learn one-on-one or in a group, you’re far more likely to follow through.

Meet Carla: The Life Coach with an Unexpected Spark

Let me share a quick, real-life snapshot (names changed). Carla was a burned-out marketing exec: high-paying job, but soul on empty. She enrolled in a well-known coaching program and then upgraded it using Kajabi’s tools, including live video, an integrated calendar, homework reminders, and built-in funnels, with no tech headaches.

Within six months:

• 30% increase in clients

• Students citing “more clarity than I’ve had in years”

• A supportive cohort where real connections happened

Her secret? She layered expert guidance on Kajabi’s infrastructure, and it worked flawlessly. Oh, and she didn’t just stop at one-off sessions. With the “bundle and scale” option, she transitioned from one-on-one to group programs, doubling her revenue while delivering better results.

What makes an excellent coaching setup stick?

It’s not magic. It’s systems.

Here’s what high-performing coaches are doing behind the scenes:

Live sessions + recordings
Teach it once. Reuse it forever. Clients can revisit anytime = better results.

Calendar automation
No more back-and-forth emails. Clients book. You show up. Done.

Progress tracking
Clients see momentum. And when they feel progress, they stay longer.

Bundle your brilliance
Convert your one-on-one sessions into a group program. Turn your group into a course. Layer in a community. That's how you scale without burning out.

Science backs it:
People stick with programs that are structured, social, and self-paced, with just enough support to stay on track.

These aren’t wing-and-a-prayer tactics; they mirror best practices in behavioural science, team psychology, and adult learning.

More Real Voices, Not Marketing Spin

On Reddit, real coaches say it straight:

“Kajabi is great, especially for coaches! It has almost everything you need, from a website to CRM, email marketing, podcasting, and more! It’s easy to use as well.”

Another adds:

“I’ve used Kajabi since 2016, best decision ever. Their users just surpassed $9B… It’s a solid, top‑of‑the‑line platform.”

These aren’t ads, they’re peer reviews calling Kajabi the go-to toolkit for coaches who want to focus on their people, not their pipelines.

Why Stay With It: The Compounding Effect of Coaching

Putting it all together:

1. Human story – from ex-con to empire-builder

2. Scientific proof – real health, career, and mental wins

3. Comfort & control tools – live video, teachable moments, streamlined admin

4. Community & accountability – keeps you in it longer

Ready to Work with a Proven Expert?

If you’re serious about getting your online course or Kajabi setup right the first time, let’s talk.

We’re not here to offer quick fixes; we’re here to help you build something that lasts.
Contact us to schedule a call and see if we’re the right fit for your project.