Habits and Hustle Episode 494: Adam Schafer: The Shocking Stat That Explains Why Most Trainers Stay Broke
Oct 17, 2025
Adam Schafer, a business strategist and co-founder of Mind Pump Media, uncovers shocking truths about the fitness industry. He reveals that around 70% of personal trainers sleep with clients, a pattern that undermines their careers and financial success. Discussing professional boundaries, he emphasizes that self-belief trumps motivation in achieving prosperity. Adam also shares insights on choosing partners wisely, breaking unhealthy dating patterns, and the impact of social media on attraction. Tune in for a candid look at the psychology behind success and relationships!
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Boundary Breaches Kill Career Growth
- Crossing professional boundaries derails long-term business growth for trainers.
- Adam Schafer says resisting client relationships preserves high-paying, lasting clients and reputation.
Protect Reputation By Saying No
- Avoid sexual relationships with clients to protect your professional reputation and earnings.
- Schafer advises trainers to prioritize business discipline over short-term temptations.
Clients Expected More Than Training
- Adam recounts clients paying for training 'in hopes that I would one day' sleep with them.
- He credits resisting those advances as a key factor in his business success and later management respect.