#14 Q&A - The Truth of Online Coaching, Fitness Businesses & Internet Money

11/24/23 • 57 min

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Welcome back to episode #14 of The Game Plan podcast, where it's just you and me today. In this special solo Q&A episode, I dive into the world of fitness, personal development, and the secrets to thriving in both life and business.

In today's chat, I'm sharing my personal journey, the habits that have been game-changers for me, and some key advice for anyone looking to succeed in the fitness world or any aspect of their life. From staying motivated to navigating the business side of fitness, I've got a ton of insights and personal stories to share with you.

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(00:00) Preview
(00:30) Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
(01:50) Daily Habits That Have Had The Largest Impact on Me
(04:00) Do I Offer Fitness Business Coaching?
(05:45) Best Split To Follow For Football Players
(06:30) My Thoughts on Creatine
(07:39) Can You Make Decent Income Through Personal Training?
(09:30) Thoughts on Tulum
(10:12) Why Marbella?
(11:33) Best Rep Range To Maintain While Bulking
(12:28) My Advice To The Younger Generation
(18:22) How Has My Approach To Fitness Evolved Over The Years?
(19:30) My Biggest Personal Setback
(21:45) Role of Mental Health in Overall Fitness
(23:40) Can You Balance Work, Personal Life and Fitness?
(27:30) Babbel
(29:21) How Do I Stay Informed About Health and Fitness?
(31:26) Thoughts on Dana White’s 86 Hour Fast
(32:56) My Diet Preferences
(34:21) Is Technology Shaping Our Approach To Fitness?
(37:06) How Do You Maintain a Positive Body Image?
(39:07) Best Way To Build Confidence and Find Motivation
(42:02) How Do I Manage My Time Effectively?
(45:47) Overcoming Anxiety
(49:15) Advice to My Younger Self
(50:47) Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle with A Busy Schedule
(53:22) What's New in My Routine Now?

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#13 Luke Barnatt - From UFC Fighter to 7 Figure Entrepreneur

Welcome back to another episode of The Game Plan podcast. We're kicking off our first podcast with Luke Barnatt, former UFC Middleweight turned entrepreneur.
We explore Luke's evolution from UFC fame to developing an unmatched business mindset. Luke reveals his perspectives on overcoming adversity, transitioning from sports to business, and the lessons learned along the way. He also shares his approach to balancing mental and physical wellness, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach to life.
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(00:00) Preview and Intro
(01:19) Luke’s First Experience with Fighting
(02:51) What Was Luke’s Early Life Like?School Life and Personality
(07:11) Th Real Life Consequences of Gaming
(17:45) Luke’s Introduction to Wrestling and MMA
(20:36) Dealing with an Addictive Personality
(24:39) Lessons from Fighting At The Highest Level
(33:59) How Did Luke Get To The UFC
(40:12) Luke’s Most Memorable Fights
(48:42) Journey to Vegas and 'The Ultimate Fighter' Tryouts
(59:15) Importance of Cardio in Fighting
(01:05:14) The Dangers of Weight Cutting
(01:16:02) PED Use in UFC
(01:25:34) Training with Chael Sonnen
(01:34:56) Balancing Personal Growth, Business, and Health
(01:40:37) What’s The Optimal Training Frequency
(01:43:20) Life Post-UFC
(01:54:00) Finding Purpose Through Entrepreneurship
(01:56:00) Impact of Andrew Tate's Mentorship
(02:02:00) Exploring New Business Ventures
(02:06:00) The Importance of Mentorship and Helping Others
(02:14:00) What’s The Real Value of Authenticity and Hard Work

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#15 Aidan O'Brien - Crafting a Winner's Mindset For Life

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Welcome to episode #15 with your host Rob Lipsett. In this episode we sit down with Aidan O'Brien, leadership coach and entrepreneur, best known for his transformative approach to personal and professional development.
From his early days as a basketball player and DJ to his transition into an entrepreneur and leadership coach, Aidan shares insights into overcoming mental barriers, aligning personal values with professional goals, and redefining the metrics of success.
We go deep into Aidan's unique perspectives on business, the importance of self-awareness in achieving objectives, and his unique approach to life coaching that goes beyond conventional tactics.
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Aidan is an accomplished mindset & high-performance coach for entrepreneurs & executives, a corporate mentor & trainer and an international keynote speaker.
With 15 years experience working with people and companies from all over the world Aidan's knowledge, expertise and ability to engage will inform, inspire and empower you to find the clarity, confidence and strategy you need to reveal the true you.
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(00:00) Preview and Introduction
(01:44) Introducing Aidan O'Brien
(01:56) Early Life and Pursuits
(04:27) Aidan’s Early Entrepreneurial Experiences
(10:37) Exploring Aidan’s Coaching Philosophy
(15:41) The Role of Motion and Emotion in Personal Development
(22:03) What Is Aidan’s Approach to Life?
(28:39) How Do You Build A Winner's Mindset?
(31:45) Finding One's Path and Purpose
(35:35) The Power of Visualization
(40:04) Aidan’s Experience with Ayahuasca
(47:12) Overcoming Fear and Finding Inner Strength
(51:32) The Role of Relationships and Spirituality in Personal Growth
(57:44) The Power of Curiosity and Coaching
(59:33) Is Investing in Personal Development Worth It?
(01:02:11) What’s Aidan’s Daily Routine Like?
(01:10:46) The Importance of Having a Vision and Ambition
(01:17:08) How Do You Prepare Yourself For The Future?
(01:27:37) Closing Thoughts and A Word From Our Sponsors