We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Heather Lafond. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Heather below.

Heather, appreciate you joining us today. Risk taking is something we’re really interested in and we’d love to hear the story of a risk you’ve taken.

One of the biggest risks I have taken was choosing to build a business that defies industry norms. While most entrepreneurs in the personal development space chase the traditional coaching model, I chose to fully embrace my authentic gifts as a psychic medium and energy healer.

I had spent years developing serious credentials – learning all I could possibly take in from other healers, mentors, even taking some virtual classes at the prestigious Arthur Findlay College, becoming certified in hypnotherapy, NLP, and Timeline Therapy. I could have easily packaged these skills into a conventional coaching business. That would have been the safe path.

But here’s the thing – I knew in my gut that playing it safe meant playing small. My clients weren’t just looking for another life coach. They were empaths and highly sensitive souls seeking someone who could help them harness their unique gifts and energy.

So I took the leap. I created a business that integrates spiritual mentoring with practical transformation tools. Was it scary? Hell yes. The industry wasn’t exactly crowded with psychic business mentors combining mediumship with NLP.

The risk paid off beyond my wildest dreams. I’ve helped hundreds of clients not just overcome their challenges, but step fully into their power as the magical beings they are. They’ve transformed from feeling overwhelmed by their sensitivity to wielding it as their superpower.

This wasn’t just a business risk – it was a declaration of authenticity. By choosing to be unapologetically myself in a saturated market, I created something truly unique. And that’s the ultimate lesson: sometimes the biggest risk is not taking one at all.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

I was born with the ability to connect with the spiritual realm, but I knew that wasn’t enough. I wanted to help people create lasting transformation. So I became an expert in practical tools like hypnotherapy, NLP, and energy work. Why? Because when I commit to something, I go all in.

What makes me different? I don’t do the airy-fairy spiritual stuff. I combine spiritual guidance with real-world strategies that actually work. When you work with me, you get:
– Honest feedback about what’s holding you back
– Clear techniques to protect your energy
– Practical ways to use your sensitivity as a strength
– Tools to balance your spiritual growth with everyday life

The best part of my work? Watching people discover just how powerful they really are. I’ve helped clients build successful businesses, heal deep-rooted issues, and create lives they love. And I do it without the spiritual mumbo-jumbo – just straight talk and real results.

I’ve achieved some cool things along the way – speaking internationally, writing books, and even reaching 20,000 students through a speaking & humanitarian tour in Kenya. But what really matters to me is building a business that grows and changes as I do.

I’m always pushing myself to grow. Whether I’m traveling solo across the world or speaking on bigger stages, I practice what I preach. And I bring that same energy to everyone I work with.

Here’s the deal: If you’re ready to stop holding yourself back and start creating the life you want, I’m here to help. I won’t sugarcoat things, but I will help you transform. Because everyone has greatness in them – sometimes they just need someone to show them how to unleash it.

Where do you think you get most of your clients from?

Listen, I’m going to cut straight to the chase: word-of-mouth marketing is pure gold, and here’s why it works like magic for me.

The absolute best source of new clients has been through genuine networking and kick-ass results that make my clients want to shout from the rooftops. It’s really that simple. When you deliver transformational results, your clients become your biggest cheerleaders.

Here’s my secret sauce: I make getting testimonials a seamless part of my process. The moment a client has a breakthrough or hits a milestone, I’m ready with an easy way for them to share their story. No jumping through hoops, no complicated forms – just a simple way to capture their excitement while it’s fresh.

But let’s be real – testimonials don’t just happen. You’ve got to earn them. That means:
1. Over-delivering on your promises
2. Creating experiences worth talking about
3. Building genuine connections that make people want to refer you

Think of it like this: Every client is potentially a walking billboard for your business. But they’ll only advertise for you if you give them something worth advertising about.

The beauty of this approach? It costs zero dollars and builds a reputation that money can’t buy. While others are throwing cash at fancy marketing campaigns, I’m letting my results do the heavy lifting.

Want specific advice? Focus on making every single client interaction so damn good that they can’t help but tell others. That’s not just smart business – it’s the foundation of sustainable growth.

Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?

There I was, a skilled psychic medium and healer, thinking I needed to give away my gifts like free samples at Costco. Classic spiritual practitioner trap, right? I’d spent years and thousands of dollars mastering my craft, yet somehow felt guilty about charging what I was worth.

Plot twist: This “money is evil” mindset was actually blocking my ability to help more people. Here’s the reality check that changed everything – working with my own business coach (yep, even coaches need coaches), I realized two game-changing things:

First, giving away your services for free is actually energetically messed up. It creates an imbalanced exchange that can breed resentment faster than a bad Tinder date. Plus, let’s be real – clients who invest in themselves show up differently. They’re committed. They do the work. Why? Because they’ve got skin in the game.

Second, money is just energy. Period. If you’re treating it like it’s radioactive waste, guess what? It’s going to stay the hell away from you. Your bank account will match your energy about money every single time.

Here’s the mic drop moment: The more I charged for my services, the better results my clients got. Not because I suddenly became more talented, but because both sides were fully committed to the transformation.

So here’s my wake-up call to all the spiritual entrepreneurs out there: Stop apologizing for charging what you’re worth. Your gifts, training, and expertise have value. If you’re running a negative balance while trying to heal the world, you’re not doing anyone any favors.

Remember this: Your worth isn’t up for discount. Period.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://heatherlafond.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heather_lafond_medium/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.lafond.3
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@heather_lafond_medium

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Ayla Pierce @aylapiercecreative