CATALYST Health, Wellness & Performance Coaching

You passed the NBHWC exam — congratulations! Now what? In this episode of The Coaching Lab, Dr. Cooper and Leigh deliver the post-certification roadmap every new National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) needs. Whether you're aiming for a salaried role at a hospital, corporate wellness program, or insurance company, or you're ready to launch your own coaching practice, this episode walks you through every step.

What you'll learn:

How to leverage your NBHWC credential on LinkedIn, your resume, and professional bios to signal credibility to employers
Which professional associations are worth joining (National Wellness Alliance, American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and more)
The real pros and cons of employment vs. contractor work vs. entrepreneurship — plus hybrid models that let you do both
Where health and wellness coaches are actually getting hired right now (hospitals, corporate wellness, health insurance, gyms, EAPs) and what salary to expect
How to start your own coaching practice: business structure (LLC vs. sole proprietor), setting your rates, landing your first clients, and the tech stack you need (scheduling, payments, video, notes)
Marketing that works for health coaches: niching down, building an online presence without burnout, content creation, in-person networking, referral partnerships, and Google Business Profile
Scope of practice, liability insurance, client agreements, intake forms, and HIPAA basics for clinical settings
Recertification planning (36 CEs every 3 years), advanced credentials, mentorship, and peer support
Mindset essentials: navigating imposter syndrome, setting boundaries early, and building a sustainable practice instead of burning out in year one

Whether you're a brand-new health coach, a wellness professional adding NBHWC to your credentials, or an aspiring coach planning your next move, this episode is the practical, no-fluff guide to turning your certification into a thriving career.

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If you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.

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