Corinne returns to the Elite Trainer Academy after overwhelming positive feedback. This episode dives deep into the conversations most coaches avoid — the hard, awkward, uncomfortable ones. Kyle and Corinne break down how to set expectations, deal with communication drop-off, reframe motivation, and sell without being salesy. Whether you’re brand new or managing a full client roster, this episode will give you the communication tools that separate average trainers from elite ones.

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00:00 Why Corinne is back by popular demand

01:27 The #1 hardest conversation every trainer must have

02:33 Managing unrealistic client expectations04:04 Why crash diets keep clients stuck in a loop

06:12 Building sustainable results without white-knuckling08:43 Selling = effective communication

10:14 Convincing clients emotionally (not just logically)

12:00 What to do when communication starts to fade

13:13 How to prevent clients from ghosting you

15:40 The power of effort-based wins vs results-based rewards

20:51 Why asking better questions changes client behavior

24:41 Uncomfortable talks are 90% of your job

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