August 15, 2025

Business Building Tips, Favorite Books and Young Athelte Buy-In

51 minutes

It’s been a hot minute, so let’s do a Q&A episode!

Whether it’s business development, writing better training programs, or just getting more buy-in from your clients and athletes, these shows are always fun because I know they can help YOU get better results.

Plus, if you’re a reader and want to run a better business, make more money, or just be more efficient and productive with your time, the first question alone is worth the price of admission!

Quotable Quotes:

It’s all those small wins that you stack up over the course of weeks, months, and years that really make a profound impact

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My goal is not for your kid to be the best in two to three months… I’m playing the long game for you and for them.

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If you want to be successful in training or sport, be obsessed. Immerse yourself in the culture and consume everything you can.

This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:

Life updates: 21st wedding anniversary, 17th gym anniversary, and Kendall’s soccer wins!

My absolute FAVORITE books for anyone who is looking to become a better business owner or make more money.

The advice I’d give to someone who is looking to open their own gym – and questions you MUST ask yourself first!

More advice on how to leave a corporate training gym and make sure you’re really ready to do this on your own.

Olympic lifts for basketball players: Yeah or Nay? (Hint: Context and development matter)

The exact steps I’d take if I wanted to work in pro baseball – but this one is relevant to anyone who has lofty career goals.

Thoughts on assessments and training for clients 60-80 years old.

How to get buy-in with parents and young athletes about following a real PROCESS – not just doing a bunch of smoke and mirrors training.

Related Links:

Perfect Week Formula

Perfect Day Formula

The Slight Edge

Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits

Profit First

Legacy: 15 Lessons in Leadership

Getting Things Done

Traction

Related Shows:

Alywn Cosgrove Episode

Andy McCloy Shows

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