It can feel difficult to assert yourself when everyone you know seems to know a "fitness expert". In this episode Betsy gives you actionable tips for establishing yourself as an expert when you want to and how to let it go when you don't. And not surprisingly she has advice on keeping it kind and respectful!

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Ever worry that your programming has gotten a little lackluster? Having trouble staying engaged in your sessions? Concerned your clients are looking for a change?

In this episode, Betsy gives you 3 tips you can use right away to ensure your programming is fresh, relevant, and what your clients are looking for! 

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In this episode, Betsy is helping you simplify the start to the year and remove some stress by giving you four simple yet important things to focus on this January to get the 2023 moving in the right direction. Getting started as a trainer is tough and it can be difficult to know where to spend your time and energy. This episode will help you prioritize the big dial movers to build a career you love!

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In the last episode of 2022, Betsy gives you 3 easy to apply tips for making 2023 your most successful career year yet!

Listen to this one and catch up on any episodes you may have missed before Coach's Chat returns in 2023!!!

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If you are a trainer aiming to create a more inclusive fitness space then you MUST listen to this episode with guest Vera Schofield. Vera describes herself as “your fat flexibility coach” and her work is all about making movement inclusive for all body sizes and abilities. 

In this episode she generously shares her insight on…

-the importance of representation of lots of different bodies in fitness spaces

-the word fat as a descriptor and asking people what words they prefer to use to describe themselves

-how personal trainers can do a better job of making people of different body sizes comfortable in the gym

-how she approaches flexibility training to help people in different body sizes make adjustments that feel good for them

-how she approaches creating content for social media

And so much more! Do yourself a favor and listen to all Vera has to share!

Run and find more from Vera here…

www.flexibilitywithvera.com

https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera 

http://instagram.com/flexwithvera/

https://www.youtube.com/c/FlexibilitywithVera

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Grab your helmets because on today’s episode Jen Kates, health and human performance coach for mountain climbers, is here to share her insights on a career in fitness. 

In the episode you’ll hear…

-Jen’s origin story, moving from bio-tech to coaching
-How she managed the career jump
-How she addresses the needs of biking/cyclist clients
-Common hurdles she faces when working with the endurance sports population and what she does to gain buy-in
-Addressing the needs of health care workers and traveling professionals who are highly represented in the mountain biking community 
-What she does to help her clients dial in their nutrition

And more!!!

Jen’s Instagram- @shifthumanperformance

Jen’s website- shifthumanperformance.com

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Another trainer biz topic that just doesn't get talked about: getting ghosted. If you train long enough, you'll likely run into a client who stops showing up or stops responding. There are also the situations where you meet a potential client, the comp session goes great, and then you never hear from them again.

In this episode, Betsy breaks down the potential whys behind these situations and gives you real strategies you can use.

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JK McLeod joins Betsy for this episode of Coach’s Chat to talk all things client-centered coaching! 

JK shares his insights on…
-removing pressure in building client relationships
-understanding what clients really want and what they are facing in their day-to-day lives
-setting clients up for success beyond working with a coach (roots and wings)
-“rebuilding the track” i.e. adapting expectations and programming to fit the needs of the clients 
-personality assessments and neurotyping for programming
-the importance of understanding personality when it comes to training and recovery
-what he would do differently if he was at the start of his coaching career

And more!!!

Give this one a listen and then run, don’t walk to find JK on Instagram - @coackjkmcleod

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When clients come to you with big goals, are you on board or do you poo-poo their ambition?

Sometimes it feels as if trainers are focused so intently on what a client can’t do that they forget to train what they can do. And that can make the client feel like their time in the gym is all about being “fixed’. 

In this episode, Betsy talks about why taking an “every goal is possible” approach can help empower clients, enrich their training experience, and improve overall buy-in to the program from both the trainer and client side. She gives specific conversation topics as it relates to realistic timelines, benchmarks, and more. 

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Ever feel like you spend your time frustrated because you can’t get your clients the results they wanted, or because your career isn’t moving fast enough, or because you feel like you take things more seriously than other people do?

This episode is for you! The ones who care enough to get frustrated or discouraged. 

The thing is sometimes this frustration is costing you more time, energy, and stress than it is contributing to progress. You are sacrificing your well-being. 

In this episode, Betsy talks about caring deeply about what you do, the frustrations that can accompany it, and tips for how to treat yourself with kindness and sustain your dedication. 

In this episode Betsy mentions episode 40-  “When You Want It More Than They Do: Goals, Results, And Compassionate Coaching"

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Thank you as always for listening! Your support means the world!