168 - Grow by Focusing on Relationships & Better Coaching w/ Paul Oneid

168 - Grow by Focusing on Relationships & Better Coaching w/ Paul Oneid

Author: Justin Green, CFP® March 6, 2025 Duration: 46:20

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In this episode of the Dollars and Dumbbells podcast, host Justin Green, a Certified Financial Planner™, sits down with Paul Oneid, founder of Master Athletic Performance, to discuss the keys to building and scaling a successful online fitness coaching business.

They explore the common challenges coaches face, the importance of leveraging existing networks over social media for marketing, and the power of providing great free resources, or lead magnets, to convert potential clients. Paul emphasizes the crucial role of building deep client relationships and regular, meaningful engagement. He also touches on effective pricing strategies, values-driven service offerings, and the impact of personal and business freedom on the notion of wealth.

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00:00 Introduction and Casual Conversation

00:56 Challenges Coaches Face in Growing Their Business

01:30 Leveraging Existing Networks and Email Lists

03:27 Effective Lead Magnets and Free Resources

04:58 The Power of Open Q&A Sessions

08:40 Understanding Your Ideal Client and Community Engagement

12:02 Building Strong Client Relationships

12:44 The Importance of Being a Better Coach

15:19 Onboarding and Client Communication Strategies

21:38 The Role of AI in Coaching and Education

23:58 Setting Your Coaching Rates

25:05 Maximizing Client Efficiency

26:11 Pricing Strategies and Market Considerations

28:27 Building a Sustainable Coaching Business

33:55 Scaling Your Coaching Business

36:20 Hiring and Team Management

43:01 Defining Wealth and Success

44:50 Where to Find Us Online


Justin Green, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, noticed a gap between the physical wellness online coaches promote and the financial health of their own businesses. That’s the space where Dollars and Dumbbells-Profit and Wealth Tips for Online Health and Fitness Coaches lives. This isn't just generic business advice; it's a focused conversation for creators in the health and fitness space who are ready to move from passion project to sustainable wealth. Justin, drawing from his work at Assist Financial Planning, digs into the specific money decisions coaches face. You’ll hear practical discussions on managing irregular cash flow, structuring your business finances efficiently, and making sense of investing so your profits work for the long term. The podcast unpacks often-overlooked areas like tax strategy, appropriate insurance, and even estate planning, because building a legacy is part of the goal. Through interviews and solo episodes, the content is designed to translate complex financial concepts into actionable steps. Tune in for a straightforward resource that addresses the unique intersection of personal training and personal finance, helping you build a resilient business that supports the life you want.
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