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What’s one of the fastest ways to advance your career as a personal trainer or coach? The clue lies in your work with your clients. There are many reasons why a client comes to you to help them reach their fitness goals. A lot of clients simply want an expert to hand them the tools and knowledge so they can reach their fitness goals faster and avoid the trial and error that comes with going alone. Gaining 1-on-1 access to an expert helps you avoid common mistakes and shaves months and years off your progress. This is why working 1-on-1 with someone who knows what it takes is one of the fastest ways to advance your career as a coach and personal trainer. And because it’s not always easy to gain this kind of access to a mentor who can help fast-track your career… I decided to put together a special bonus for this year’s End-of-Financial-Year Sale. It’s called the… Strategic Success Call Just give me 45 minutes on this 1-on-1 call, and I’ll hand you a clear plan on how to create a “super service” and offer proven unique packages to your clients. With my 20+ years of experience in the fitness industry, and 15+ years creating fitness certification programs, I’ve managed to figure out what it takes to build a successful coaching career. So I’ll be able to quickly figure out what you need to do with your business so you can advance your career — FAST. So you’ll waste no time monetising your new knowledge and building a robust coaching business in 2024 and beyond. If you’d like to find out more about the Strategic Success Call and the generous End-Of-Financial-Year 2024 sale… then go here: https://lnkd.in/ej9vJd9R #functionaltraining #injuryprevention #mentalskills #endoffinancialYearSale #certifiedfitnesscoach

Personal trainers and online fitness coaches - Are you ready to join the team producing the best transformations in the industry? 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫-𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. Keep reading below and I’ll tell you: #1 - Why this is a no-brainer opportunity #2 - Our track record of producing results for clients AND coaches /// The Opportunity /// I run a global fitness coaching business called RNT Fitness. We are industry leaders in guiding busy professionals to get into the best physical and mental shape of their life. There’s 3 reasons why this opportunity is a no brainer for you: 1. You can actually be a coach. No focus on marketing, sales, or social media. You can stop planning content and start transforming lives. 2. You can have a flexible schedule. You can work from anywhere on your time, on your own schedule. 3. You can build a genuine career. You’ll engage in frequent mentoring and always be pushed to develop your skills so you can deliver the best results. /// Track Record /// In the past 7 years alone, we’ve helped 4000+ men and women in 26+ countries with our unique and proven Five-Phase Methodology. Many of our results have been featured in national press like the Telegraph, the BBC and the Guardian. This is only possible because of our results-obsessed, high performing coaching team who live and breathe what we do. And to show you what’s possible… We have coaches who have been with us for 5+ years. Before joining, they were burnt out, up at night thinking where their next client was coming from, and close to quitting the industry. But now… They get to focus on what they love, they now mentor our newer coaches, and live a life by their design. So if you’re ready to level up your career… 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫-𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. We’ll share all the details on the role for you - this is perfect for hungry coaches who want to grow, make a difference and build a career. If you know anyone who may be a great fit, please forward this onto them! - Akash Vaghela

Leads are the lifeblood of any business. Online coaching is no different. If new people don’t enter your world, you can’t grow. Without new leads, your business will crumble as clients drop off. But most lead gen strategies forget one important component: The QUALITY of those leads. Every quality lead should check these 3 boxes: ✅ They have a problem you can solve There’s no point getting in front of a bunch of marathon runners if you specialise in helping bodybuilders get onto the stage. There’s no alignment between what you offer and what they want. So, the odds they become clients are the same as my breakdancing career taking off… ✅ Know the value of having a coach Having a problem is one thing. Wanting help solving that problem is another. Some people are headset to doing it themselves. Which is fine. But they’re not ‘client material’. ✅ Can Afford Your Services There are hundreds of millions of people who want to lose weight. Only a fraction of them have the means of paying £200pm for coaching. Most coaches you see on Instagram with 100K+ followers forget this. They post content that appeals to the masses, so their followers rack up fast. But almost none can afford to pay for 1-1 coaching. So, while they look successful, their business says otherwise. ✅ Align with your values The measure of a high-quality lead isn’t whether or not they become a client. It’s what kind of client they become. Because you might be able to convince someone to sign up… But if they join…ghost you…don’t follow the plan…and leave a month later… Were they really a high-quality lead? I don’t think so. If you want more on this I have a blog article that breaks down how to quality leads and avoid time wasters. It’s in the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/e2KEdF24

This week we're getting together to run a webinar on the 3 Core Pillars of a Thriving Fitness Coaching Business! If any of the below relates to you it's worth your time coming along: ✅ Are you stuck earning £20-40k a year? ✅ Do you feel you could make a real difference in people’s lives (and your own) if you knew the real secrets to growing a coaching business? ✅ Would you like to fulfill your potential as a fitness coach? What we're going to cover: ✅ The dirty little secrets the fitness industry won’t tell you that could wreck your chance of hitting the big time… ✅ Why getting your level 3 certification is NOT enough if you want to make real money ✅ How to get an instant advantage over 99% of PT’s and coaches ✅ The 3 Core Pillars of a 100k a year fitness coaching business. (When I discovered this my life changed forever. But screw up even one of these and you’ll be stuck making 20-40k a year. Success really does come down to these three things!) ✅ The 5 marketing secrets you must know if you want to get a consistent flow of clients from Tik Tok, Instagram Or Facebook (even if you’re not currently using social media) ✅ Why having a big social media following does NOT guarantee lots of clients ✅ A proven method you can use today to turn even 100 followers into an extra £897 a month (or 1,000 followers into £8,970 a month) without feeling salesy or using slimy sales tactics (people will actually ask you to coach them) ✅ Pricing secrets to go from charging an hourly rate to charging over £1,000 per client for results-based coaching - (Plus the little-known secret I use to turn a 12 week client into clients who stay for 2 years or more) ✅ Delivery secrets for getting your clients the exact results they want - every time, even if you’re brand new to coaching ✅ How to automate your coaching business so you can travel and take 2-3 days off every week while your income steadily grows ✅ Plus much, MUCH more If this sounds like something you want to tune into just comment the word WEBINAR below and we'll ping you the invite 🤝 See you there!

Contemplating starting a personal training business? 🏋️♂️ Here's a thought-provoking read on why it's a worthwhile venture and who stands to benefit. From sports specialists to strength trainers and beyond, the possibilities are endless. The fitness industry is booming, presenting a lucrative opportunity for those ready to take the plunge. Are you considering turning your passion for fitness into a thriving career? Debate the pros and cons: Starting a personal training business may have its challenges, from establishing a brand to reaching new clients. Yet, the flexibility and satisfaction of guiding others towards better health make it a rewarding path. What are your thoughts on the journey from passionate trainer to successful entrepreneur? Tips for success: Delve into the essentials of starting a personal training business, from strategic marketing to creating a standout niche. Understand your clients' needs, invest in continuous learning, and automate operations for efficiency. How do these factors align with your vision for a thriving fitness enterprise? Future horizons: As you embark on this entrepreneurial voyage, consider future growth avenues like online coaching. The digital realm offers broad possibilities to expand your reach and impact. Have you pondered the potential of online fitness coaching as a complement to your in-person training services? Share your insights and reflections on the dynamic world of personal training entrepreneurship. Let's open the floor to discussions on the evolving landscape of fitness businesses and the journey towards building a successful personal training venture. https://lnkd.in/gyajBWBD

💡How to Find The Right Coach What advice would you give to your 5 years younger self? ✅ What decisions to make? ✅ What courses of action to follow? This would likely get you much faster to where you are today… This is where the role of a coach or trainer comes in handy; their goal is to offer you a shortcut to help you reach your long-term goals and realize your full potential. 🤔 However, people seem to be skeptical about hiring such professionals… Why? Coaches usually ask for high fees and might not be relevant for your specific goals. So, how can you choose the right coach? It is very simple! Find a coach who has accomplished what you want to achieve. 🥊  For example, if you are looking for a personal trainer, you will want to hire one who has attained the physique, fitness, and health that you aim for yourself. 🎯 If you aspire to become a successful business owner or CEO, consider hiring a coach who has already attained your business goals and has grown their business the same way you want to grow yours in 5-10 years. So, our conclusion is: Find a coach who has already achieved your long-term vision!

This is how you can 10X your coaching business revenue. 🚀 Imagine two fitness coaches offering similar services: - Coach A targets anyone who wants to get fit, positioning themselves as a generalist. They offer everything from weight loss tips to strength training, trying to cater to everyone’s needs. - Coach B, however, has a unique point of view and specializes in helping busy corporate professionals lose weight without spending hours at the gym or following restrictive diets. They’ve built a brand that resonates deeply with executives and entrepreneurs who want to stay healthy but have limited time to invest in fitness. Who wins? Coach B—every single time. Why? Because Coach B has identified their unique value proposition (UVP) and knows exactly how to communicate it. While Coach A blends in, Coach B stands out as the go-to expert for a very specific audience. Your unique value proposition is what sets you apart from every other coach out there. So, ask yourself: - What specific problem do I solve better than anyone else? - What unique perspective or experience can I bring to my clients? - How can I communicate that difference in a way that feels authentic and compelling? The more you narrow down your UVP, the easier it is for your ideal clients to find you. When you speak directly to their unique challenges and show them why you’re the best solution for them, you’re no longer competing on price or visibility—you’re competing on value. And that’s how you can stand out and 10X your coaching business revenue.

I remember when I was a face-to-face trainer in the gym… At first, I thought becoming a PT would allow me to live a fit and healthy lifestyle. I could help other people become fit and healthy while also living a healthy lifestyle myself. The reality was I was spending so much time in the gym serving clients that my own workouts and health suffered. I was constantly trying to fit my schedule around my clients and potential clients that my own training became inconsistent. I was working long hours, constantly sacrificing sleep and rest for extra PT sessions with clients whenever I could. I was constantly prioritizing money and clients over my own health and fitness. If there was money on the table, I’d take it out of fear that I might lose a client or not get the opportunity to earn a bit of extra money. I was getting burnt out and unhealthy. The worst thing about this was… I knew it was happening… but the fear and anxiety of not making money was a bigger pain. That’s when I knew I had to make online coaching work. That’s when I knew I had to stop trading time for money. When I finally made the transition from in-person to online coaching, it was the best thing I ever did for my business and for me. I had more time. I could work on my schedule. I could help more people. I could earn more money. And all of this enabled me to focus on my own health and fitness too. I could again practice what I preach and lead by example. So if you’re a maxed out personal trainer who wants more time, more freedom and increase revenue without getting burnt out or having your own lifestyle suffer comment the word “HOW” for details on how we can make that happen 👊🏼

"Let's fix personal training's perennial problems" Not many people know the personal training and fitness industry than Phil Learney. And as the founder of the Advanced Coaching Academy Ltd he understands better than most the inherent problems that blight the sector, preventing people getting the physical activity advice and instruction they so desperately need at the time they need it most. As Learney explains in my exclusive Unfiltered interview, many of the problems are structural and others are so entrenched so there is no quick or easy fix. These include a proliferation of rogue trainers who hold no personal training qualifications, the gyms so eager to hire them to fit their high-turnover, low-standards business model, and the insurers happy to insure them for their lucrative annual premium. There’s also the growing issue, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic and lengthy lockdown of all fitness facilities – the pubs were allowed to open before gyms, remember? – of the fitness fraudsters who operate online coaching services that promise the world – for an up-front fee – only to disappear from trace once they’ve got your hard-earned cash, only to pop up again a few months later with a different name but the exact same scam. But all is not lost. While the personal training industry is more cut-throat than ever, Learney distills his years of gym-floor wisdom into actionable and impactful advice you can use to stand out from the crowd and build a growing successful coaching career by doing things the right way. #personaltraining #fitnesscoaching #fitnessindustry #healthandwellness #coaching #onlinetraining #gym https://lnkd.in/erDp7wRt