From Highs to Lows: The Emotional Rollercoaster Every Coach Knows

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Have you ever thought, “Am I the only one struggling with this?”. If you’ve questioned your ability to push through or felt the pressure to prove you’re capable, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone.

In this week’s Hot Seat episode of The Obvious Choice podcast, we dive into the emotional rollercoaster that online fitness coaches experience. From navigating moments of doubt to facing unexpected pressures, we address the unique feelings and challenges of this profession.

We’ll explore strategies for staying motivated and building resilience when time gets tough. You’ll learn how small, creative tweaks can keep you grounded, ways to handle unsupportive family members, manage anxiety even after hitting milestones, and more.

If you’ve ever wondered about the ups and downs of coaching–and how to handle them–this episode is for you.

Let’s jump right in!

Key Takeaways:

(00:00) Introduction

(00:11) Bringing back the “fun” in coaching

(04:53) How to add creativity to your content

(16:52) Managing anxiety after success

(25:36) Next-level strategies for client success testimonials

(29:28) When your family members are 100% unsupportive

(36:35) A goal isn’t just a one-stop journey

(41:30) Don’t try to convince others to believe in you

(45:21) The inner battle of high-achievers

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Jonathan Goodman

Jonathan Goodman 🇨🇦 has 18yrs in the fitness industry and is the author of Ignite the Fire (1,000+ 5⭐ ) and host of the Obvious Choice Podcast. Over 49,000+ trainers, gym owners, and influencers have hired him to help them scale their online training business through programs like the Online Trainer Mentorship. He also created free software for fitness and nutrition coaches used by over 43,000 coaches: QuickCoach.Fit. 200,000+ follow him on his Personal Instagram where he is very active.

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