In a recent episode of the Expert Authority Coach Podcast, I sat down with my dear client, Jeremy Schreifels, executive producer at Box 7 Media, to unpack how the right kind of coaching can unlock the confidence needed to be seen as the go-to expert. During our conversation Jeremy shared real-world lessons about the high-leverage impact of a great coach.
1. You don’t have to reinvent yourself — your past is part of your authority
Jeremy spent 25 years as a touring musician. At first he felt he needed to become someone else to build a brand in audio production. What he discovered — and what every expert should hear — is that your background is your differentiator. The skills you honed (listening, holding energy, storytelling) are already the foundations of your authority.
“I learned to be a listener… I was just Jeremy.”
When you reframe your history as an asset rather than a hurdle, you can authentically amplify your voice and expertise.
2. Audio is intimate — podcasts and audiobooks build deep connection
Jeremy calls audio an “intimate art form.” Podcasts create dialogue that positions you as a trusted conversationalist; audiobooks let authors connect directly to readers through voice and performance.
Podcasting is an entry point: accessible, conversational and great for building relationships.
Audiobook production is a performance: it captures nuance and trust that text alone can't.
If you want your brand to feel personal and memorable, audio is one of the fastest ways to create that bond.
3. A coach helps you see the value you’re overlooking
One of the biggest roles of a coach is perspective. Jeremy explains that coaches don’t hand you magic keys — they reveal the gold you’ve been sitting on.
That third-party perspective turns overlooked skills into marketable offers. Many entrepreneurs downplay what they do well; a coach highlights those strengths and helps you package them for your audience.
4. High-touch coaching produces real, repeatable breakthroughs
My Authority Accelerator Program involves focused, two-hour weekly sessions. For Jeremy, that intensity translates to frequent “aha” moments — sometimes every session. The benefit of structured, high-contact coaching is that insights feel manageable and immediately actionable rather than overwhelming.
Regular sessions keep momentum and accountability high.
Small, consistent steps compound into big growth over time.
5. Investing in coaching multiplies results — financially and strategically
Jeremy’s story is powerful: he hired his first coach when he was strapped for cash and feeding a family. That investment turned out to be the smartest financial decision he made — it accelerated his growth and shifted his results.
Think of coaching as more than an expense: it’s a multiplier. Coaches can help you:
Get clarity on what to do next
Stop stagnating and start executing
Access new networks, collaborations and client referrals
Jeremy aims to deliver 10x return for his clients — a useful benchmark for evaluating coaching ROI: what will you do differently once you’re mentored?
6. Start with one step — momentum beats perfection
“Take the one step… and never quit.”
I like to tell my coaching clients that the journey to expert authority isn’t a single destination; it’s an ongoing practice. The most important action is the first small, deliberate step. From there, consistency and persistence do the heavy lifting.
7. Practical next steps you can take today
Here are practical actions you can take right now:
Audit your assets: list skills, stories and experiences you’ve undervalued.
Schedule a discovery call with a coach who cares: get external perspective on the quickest leverage points for your brand.
Find a coach for a specific need: whether it’s branding, public speaking, podcast strategy, audiobook production, hire someone with the right expertise.
If you want to learn more about my coaching programs see:
https://www.ExpertAuthorityCoach.com
Final thoughts
Coaching isn’t a magic wand — it’s a catalyst. The right coach helps you spot your built-in authority, turn it into offers that matter and deliver the confidence to share your voice widely. If you’re ready to be seen, start with one step and find a mentor who pushes you to do the work.
If this piece inspired you, share it with someone who’s ready to step into their expert authority — you never know whose world you’ll change with a single introduction.