13 LESSONS FROM 13 YEARS OF ONLINE COACHING | EP. 198

13 LESSONS FROM 13 YEARS OF ONLINE COACHING | EP. 198

Author: Brandon DaCruz January 14, 2026 Duration: 18:30

In this solo episode, I’m sharing 13 of the most important lessons I’ve learned after over a decade of coaching clients across all walks of life from IFBB pros to lifestyle clients, corporate execs, entrepreneurs, and fitness professionals.


These lessons weren’t pulled from textbooks. They were earned through experience. Through the wins, the failures, the hard conversations, and the real-life transformations.


Whether you’re a coach, an athlete, or someone serious about personal growth, this episode will give you the clarity, perspective, and systems to level up your results and longevity in this game.


INSIDE THIS EPISODE, I COVER:


1. LEAD CLIENTS FROM THE FRONT


2. THINK COACH, TALK CLIENT


3. NO ONE CARES HOW MUCH YOU KNOW UNTIL THEY KNOW HOW MUCH YOU CARE


4. CONSISTENCY CREATES TRANSFORMATION


5. SEE POTENTIAL IN CLIENTS THEY CAN’T YET SEE THEMSELVES


6. COACHING IS AN ART AS MUCH AS A SCIENCE


7. A HEALTHY BODY IS A RESPONSIVE BODY


8. HABITS & SYSTEMS BEAT WILLPOWER & MOTIVATION


9. HONESTY & HARD CONVERSATIONS DRIVE BREAKTHROUGHS


10. COACHING IS A CRAFT THAT MUST BE REFINED


11. THE MORE YOU LEARN, THE MORE YOU CAN SERVE


12. INVEST IN YOURSELF TO EARN CLIENT INVESTMENT


13. YOU CAN’T WANT THE RESULTS MORE THAN YOUR CLIENTS DO


If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to create long-term results, this episode is for you.


WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME:


Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/


Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com


For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry


Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com


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Hosted by Brandon DaCruz, Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast cuts through the noise of an often overwhelming industry. Instead of quick fixes, Brandon and his co-host Jeff build conversations from a place of genuine partnership, tackling everything from meal planning and workout splits to the less-discussed mental hurdles of a fitness journey. Their dynamic feels more like a dialogue between friends who’ve been in the trenches, making complex topics in nutrition, training, and body composition feel accessible and actionable. What you’ll find here is a practical blend of solid information and real-world application, designed for anyone who wants to move past confusion and build sustainable habits. This isn't about rigid dogma; it's about finding what actually works for you. Tune into the podcast for honest discussions that aim to replace frustration with understanding, one episode at a time.
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