At the Abundance Academy, we believe that real growth comes from real conversations. That’s why, every year, we host a Summer Market Research Study—a series of intimate conversations with our clients, alumni, and community members to better understand where they’re at, what they need, and how we can serve them better.
This isn’t a quick survey or a passive form. These are real, in-depth conversations guided by our core values:
✨ Authenticity. Intimacy. Connection. Growth. Value.
And for the first time ever, we’re opening up our findings to the public.
Whether you’re part of our community or simply someone who serves high-achieving women in any capacity—this report will give you a clear, honest, and human snapshot of where people’s hearts and heads are right now.
🧭 Why We Did This (And Why It Matters to You)
Too many programs, services, and strategies are built on assumptions, not conversations. But we wanted the truth. We asked:
- What do you actually want and need right now?
- Where is the industry falling short?
- What would surprise and delight you beyond belief?
- Is there anything else we should know?
The responses were raw, honest, and often vulnerable. And they revealed a lot about what high-achieving women—those who are already doing “well” by external standards—are really craving right now.
Whether you’re a coach, service provider, entrepreneur, or simply someone who cares about people—what we found may just help you better support your clients, customers, team, and self.
🔥 The Top Needs, Desires, and Pain Points
If we had to distill all our findings into one phrase, it would be this:
“I want more time, more clarity, more structure, and more peace of mind—without losing what makes me me.”
Here are the consistent themes we heard over and over again:
1. Time & Energy Management
- “I just need quiet time.”
- “I want more time to do the things that matter.”
- “I’m in reactive mode too often. I need to be more proactive.”
2. Structure & Focus
- “I need more routine, more accountability, and less chaos.”
- “There are too many ideas and not enough execution.”
- “I need systems that actually help me follow through.”
3. Real Connection
- “I’m surrounded by people but still feel lonely.”
- “I want to be seen, heard, and understood.”
- “I need someone to think with me, not just talk at me.”
4. Clarity & Purpose
- “What do I actually want?”
- “Am I doing what I’m supposed to be doing with my life?”
- “I need to reconnect with myself, my goals, and my values.”
5. Growth with Joy
- “I want to feel excited to wake up in the morning.”
- “I want more fun, more freedom, more fulfillment.”
- “Personal growth has to feel real—not just another course.”
🧨 Where the Industry Is Falling Short
We didn’t just ask what people need—we asked what’s not working.
Here’s what your peers had to say about the coaching, business, and personal growth spaces:
❌ “Too much info, not enough insight.”
Overwhelm is real. There’s no shortage of programs—but few that help you actually implement consistently.
❌ “It feels one-size-fits-all.”
People want to be treated like individuals, not just another sale in a funnel.
❌ “There’s no human in it anymore.”
Between pre-recorded content and automation, many feel like they’re missing meaningful connection.
❌ “It’s missing depth and follow-through.”
They’re tired of surface-level fixes. They want to go deeper—but with structure and support.
❌ “The industry promises too much and delivers too little.”
There’s frustration with overhyped messaging, quick-fix solutions, and people who sell well but don’t coach well.
❌ “Coaches are being certified without real mastery.”
Several voiced concerns about coaching quality, ethics, and lack of mentoring within the industry.
💡 What We’re Doing with the Feedback
We didn’t ask deep questions just to file them away—we’re taking clear, aligned, and meaningful action.
Here’s what we’re already doing—or actively planning—to respond to what you shared with us:
1. Reinforcing the Basics—With More Repetition & Depth
The fundamentals work—when you actually do them. We’re committed to simplifying, repeating, and deepening the core tools and teachings that get results. Think less fluff, more follow-through. We’re doubling down on clarity, structure, and focus—not just in what we teach, but in how we support implementation over time.
2. Creating Clearer Roadmaps & Routines
You asked for structure, timelines, and context—so you know where you are and what’s next. We’re designing updated client journeys, 30-day sprints, and guided maps for each major program. These include more heads-up notices, clear step-by-step instructions, and aligned check-in points. Expect more rhythm and more routine—for you, for our team, and for how we deliver every touchpoint.
3. Offering Personalized & Human-Centered Support
No two people are the same. That’s why we’re expanding customized touchpoints—like 1:1 calls, mini-strategy sessions, and live personal check-ins—to ensure you’re seen, supported, and stretched in a way that’s right for you. We’ll continue to offer group formats that include individualized coaching and are committed to being one of the few programs that truly knows its people by name and by heart.
4. Helping You Slow Down to Go Deeper
Rushing through an exercise just to tick a box? Not here. We’re encouraging clients to revisit key practices daily—like scripting, belief rewrites, vision casting, and intentional reflection—so they can sink in and interconnect across all areas of life. There’s magic in repetition with intention, and we’ll help you stay consistent and curious over time.
5. Mindset Work That Moves the Needle
We’re integrating more hypnotic tools, pre-recorded visualizations, and mindset-based content, including the Hypnotize Yourself to Success series with Demi. You’ll also see more content around emotional integration, inner peace, nervous system grounding, and soul-level alignment—including spiritual/God-based teachings and wisdom studies for those who resonate.
6. Guided Morning Rituals + Weekend Touchpoints
We’ll be sharing a new aspect to our Morning Magic series and continue to expand it, helping you align your energy first thing in the day. But we’re also working on ways to help you carry that presence throughout the rest of your day so you have less hustle and more harmony.
7. Tangible Tools You Can Touch
You asked for printed and bound workbooks, branded binders, and limited edition portfolios—and the design phase will begin soon. These aren’t just pretty accessories. They’re part of your transformation toolkit and physical anchors of the inner work you’re doing.
8. More Human Connection. More You.
We’re continuing our monthly live events, group circles, and individual connection calls to keep the community thriving. Personalized experiences in a group format aren’t just a “nice-to-have”—they’re a signature part of what makes our programs different. You said it. We’re leaning in.
9. Serving Across Time Zones
We heard you—especially our PST and MT friends! We’re exploring ways to better serve all regions with flexible scheduling, access to replay pods, and live call options that meet you where you are in the world. Stay tuned as details are unfolded.
10. Transparency in What’s Coming Up
We’ll be sharing more about what topics are coming, what you can expect, and when. Clear timelines. Simple structure. Fewer surprises. And more opportunities for you to plan your own growth journey in alignment with your life and business.
All of this—and more—is being integrated into our programs now and throughout the rest of 2025.
This isn’t about launching 50 new things. It’s about refining, re-aligning, and recommitting to what works—and delivering it with excellence, care, and heart.
How You Can Use These Insights
If you serve high-achieving women—or are one yourself—here are a few ways to use this report to your advantage:
✏️ Reflect on your offers
Are you solving real problems people are facing right now?
🛠️ Build in more implementation
Add accountability, simplicity, and emotional support. They don’t need more info—they need to live it.
🤝 Human > Hype
Ditch the shiny promises and start delivering real conversations, structure, and co-created outcomes.
🔍 Go deeper in your questions
Don’t just ask “What’s your goal?” Ask, “What’s stopping you from getting there?” or “What would it look like to feel excited again?”
📨 Want More Reports Like This?
We’ll be sharing deeper dives into topics like self-image, emotional resilience, high-performance habit building, and business clarity in future reports and training.
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❤️ Final Word
We’re not here to guess what you need.
We’re here to ask, listen—and build accordingly.
This report is more than a study. It’s a snapshot of where our people are, and a compass for where we’re headed next.
Thanks for being part of this movement. Let’s raise the bar—together.
With so much appreciation,
Larisa + Team Abundance Academy
“Helping high-achieving women unlock time, money, freedom, and fulfillment—on their terms.”
