#1332- Removing Friends From Your Life That Drag You Down

#1332- Removing Friends From Your Life That Drag You Down

Author: Brian Mark September 26, 2025 Duration: 21:33

Your friends right now won't be there when you make it to the top (and that's okay) 💔


In this episode, Cole and I are diving into one of the most painful truths about success that nobody wants to talk about: the people in your life right now probably won't be there when you reach your goals. And before you get defensive, hear us out - because this isn't about being a shitty friend or thinking you're better than everyone else.


The reality is, you can't grow into the person you want to become while hanging around people who keep you stuck as who you were. We break down the difference between givers and takers, why some people hide their laziness behind false ambition, and the heartbreaking moment when you realize someone you care about is actually slowing you down - even if they're a good person.


We also get real about the "lonely chapter" every entrepreneur goes through, where you don't fit in with your old crew anymore but haven't quite leveled up enough to connect with the people where you're trying to go. It's uncomfortable as f*ck, but it's the price you pay for transformation.


So if you're holding onto friendships that are dragging you down because you're afraid of being alone or you feel guilty... this one's for you. 


Top Quotes:


"I'm not willing to compromise the place that I'm trying to get to, or the destination I'd like to reach, or my own quality of life, to keep somebody in my life that isn't willing to walk that fucking path with me." (2:33)


"You are currently sitting in quicksand with just my nose and my mouth sticking out of the fucking sand itself. That's how it feels trying to grow and scale in business, trying to grow and scale on social media, trying to break free of old identity to become the new version of you." (14:27)


"Trees don't hang out with the grass even though they started at the same place. They continue to grow to become what they were meant to be instead of sticking around with the thing that they started with." (20:42)

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Brian Mark hosts Change Lives Make Money: The Podcast For Online Trainers, a space built specifically for fitness professionals who operate online. The focus here is on the dual mission of creating profound client transformations while building a sustainable, profitable business. You’ll hear conversations that dig into the real mechanics of coaching-not just exercise programming, but the psychology of client adherence and the strategies for delivering life-changing results. Beyond the training itself, this podcast dedicates significant time to the entrepreneurial side, addressing how to systematically attract clients, structure offers, and scale your income to reach and exceed significant financial milestones, like the often-discussed ten-thousand-dollar month. The tone is direct and rooted in experience, drawing from the path that has already guided hundreds of coaches. Each episode aims to provide actionable advice you can implement immediately, whether it's refining your coaching conversations, optimizing your marketing, or developing the mindset required for longevity in this field. It’s for those who feel confined by trading hours for dollars and are ready to construct a business that amplifies their impact and grants genuine freedom. Tune in for a blend of practical business tactics and deep-dive coaching insights, all designed to help you succeed on your own terms.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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