In this episode of the Coach Catalyst podcast, host Trevor welcomes Nate, a successful online health and fitness coach, to share his inspiring journey from personal trainer to entrepreneur. Nate opens up about his early experiences with fitness, including a traumatic incident that sparked his passion for health and wellness. He discusses the evolution of his coaching business, starting with simple Excel spreadsheets and transforming it into a comprehensive online program known as the Million Dollar Body Method.

Throughout the conversation, Nate emphasizes the importance of building relationships with clients and the value of personalized coaching. He shares insights on pricing strategies, client retention, and the significance of creating engaging content on social media. Listeners will learn about Nate's unique approach to coaching, including his focus on micro problems and actionable daily habits that lead to sustainable results.

Join us for an engaging discussion filled with practical tips for coaches looking to transition into the online space, along with insights into the mindset needed for success in the fitness industry. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you grow your business and better serve your clients.

Show Notes:

[00:02:28] Starting a coaching journey.

[00:03:19] Overcoming exercise-related trauma.

[00:08:12] Crocodile encounter on a boat.

[00:10:31] Online coaching success strategies.

[00:13:27] Conversation leads to transformation.

[00:16:19] Four C's of coaching.

[00:21:04] Million Dollar Body Method origin.

[00:23:36] Million-dollar body method success.

[00:27:20] Seven daily investments for fitness.

[00:29:12] Pricing and payment structure.

[00:34:08] Coaching for lifestyle balance.

[00:37:04] Pricing strategies for coaching services.

[00:41:36] Social media marketing strategies.

[00:44:00] 30-day experiments for engagement.

[00:46:39] Micro problems in fitness content.

[00:49:40] Email marketing effectiveness.

[00:52:43] Sales call process and techniques.

[00:56:20] Sales process as a coaching experience.

[00:58:43] Providing value on calls.

[01:00:36] Programming for online fitness clients.

[01:05:24] Building community in fitness.

[01:07:14] Reducing friction in coaching.

[01:11:28] Reincarnation as a crocodile.

Episode 79 - Conversations and Transactions