How to Build a Profitable Funnel for Online Coaches w/ Mike Crowson

How to Build a Profitable Funnel for Online Coaches w/ Mike Crowson

Author: Justin Green, CFP® November 26, 2025 Duration: 53:29

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In this conversation, Mike Crowson and Justin Green discuss the evolving nature of funnels in marketing, emphasizing the importance of conversation-based strategies over traditional application funnels.

They explore the significance of data collection, the effectiveness of lead magnets, and the impact of personal branding. The discussion also highlights the advantages of text messaging in sales, the need for humanizing automation, and the importance of creating engaging content to foster conversations.

Mike shares tactical strategies for fitness coaches and underscores the psychology behind selling, ultimately providing insights on building successful funnels in today's market.

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Key Takeaways

  • Funnels are not dead; they are evolving.

  • A funnel is simply a way to guide someone from point A to point B.

  • Conversations often lead to more successful outcomes than applications.

  • Data collection is crucial for effective marketing strategies.

  • Lead magnets should be compelling and relevant to attract potential clients.

  • The title of a lead magnet can significantly impact its success.

  • Personal branding is essential in today's market.

  • Text messaging has a higher engagement rate than email.

  • Humanizing automation can improve customer relationships.

  • Creating engaging content can lead to more conversations and opportunities.

Chapters

00:00 The Relevance of Funnels Today

02:46 Conversation-Based Funnels vs. Application Funnels

05:37 The Importance of Data Collection

08:33 Lead Magnets and Their Effectiveness

11:29 Crafting Compelling Titles for Lead Magnets

14:19 The Role of Text Messaging in Sales

17:10 Humanizing Automation in Communication

19:34 Effective Texting Strategies for Engagement

22:11 Narrowing Down Conversations with This or That Questions

26:03 Coffee Preferences and Customer Engagement

27:34 Navigating Social Media for Fitness Coaches

37:43 Funnel Optimization for Fitness Coaches

46:35 The Importance of Personal Branding

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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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