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The Game Plan

#6 Christian Guzman - Proud But Never Satisfied

May 21, 2023
01:25:30

Join Christian Guzman, the renowned American bodybuilder, fitness YouTuber, and successful fitness entrepreneur, in the latest episode of The Game Plan podcast. Discover Christian’s journey, from his rise to prominence to the founding of Alphalete, his iconic fitness apparel brand, and Alphalete Gym in Houston, Texas.

In this episode, Christian discusses a wide range of topics, including his lifestyle, competition preparation and his daily routine as a CEO.

Learn from Christian’s experience as he reveals strategies for starting your first business. He details the origins of Alphalete, and shares what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur.

Discover Christian’s thoughts on his YouTube career, personal growth, confidence building, and how to increase productivity.

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(00:00) Preview
(01:06) Christian Guzman lifestyle 
(03:12) Christian Guzman competition prep
(06:45) Daily routine and CEO of Alphalete expectations
(11:55) Extrovert vs. introvert intentions
(14:33) Christian Guzman's first entrepreneurial pursuit 
(17:35) How to sign your first fitness coaching client 
(19:35) How to make $1 million a year
(22:23) How Christian Guzman started Alphalete
(24:30) What it takes to be an entrepreneur 
(25:45) Advice to start your own business
(27:35) Did you ever think you'd build the biggest US dream? 
(31:10) Christian Guzman biggest challenges building the brand
(34:50) How to build confidence
(36:30) What Christian Guzman would tell his 19 year old self
(39:40) Main marketing channels for Alphalete
(43:00) What to look for in sponsorships 
(45:00) The current state of the fitness industry 
(46:30) When will Christian give up YouTube?
(49:30) How to become a high value man
(52:22) Steps to increase your productivity   
(54:55) Is Christian fulfilled?
(58:17) Christian Guzman's lowest point 
(01:01:30) How to take control of your team 
(01:03:15) Therapy and taking time off
(01:08:53) How to balance relationships and work 
(01:11:40) How to maintain a long term relationship
(01:14:30) Do you need marriage?
(01:18:25) How to build a legacy

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