What makes a truly great coach?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we sit down with one of our best coaches to talk about leading every conversation with genuine curiosity instead of falling into your own trends and biases.We also break down the three things that actually create client retention. Connection, results, and adaptability. Plus we tackle one of the hardest parts of online coaching, how to work with clients who give short responses or go unresponsive, and why being direct and owning your mistakes builds more trust than you think.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.

00:00 Leading With Genuine Curiosity

12:30 What Creates Client Retention

24:45 Coaching Unresponsive Clients

38:00 Owning Your Mistakes as a CoachInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyle

Zack Quaderer - @coachzackquadererCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy Sal Distefano - @mindpumpdistefanoJustin Andrews - @mindpumpjustinAdam Schafer - @mindpumpadam Doug Egge- @mindpumpdougYouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f

How do you give clients direct feedback without being pushy?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the difference between accountability and positive reinforcement, and how to deliver direct feedback that actually creates change. From asking for permission to leading with the bigger picture, we cover the exact framework that works.We also dive into asking deeper questions as a coach. Instead of giving all the answers, learn how to guide your clients through their own thought process so they develop the skills to solve problems on their own. Finally, we tackle community in the gym. Why it matters for long-term results, how to encourage your clients to build real connections, and why starting with a simple head nod can change everything.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Giving Direct Feedback09:30 Asking Better Questions22:15 Building Gym Community35:00 Starting Real ConnectionsInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy Sal Distefano - @mindpumpdistefanoJustin Andrews - @mindpumpjustinAdam Schafer - @mindpumpadam Doug Egge- @mindpumpdougYouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f

Why do we hate fat loss challenges?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down why 30-day fat loss challenges are terrible for your clients and your business. From setting the wrong precedent to creating a perpetual cycle of churn, we explain why focusing on quick results is a losing strategy.We also talk about reframing obstacles. Life will throw curveballs at your clients. The question is how you help them see those barriers as growth opportunities instead of excuses to quit. Plus we dive into the specific coaching techniques that create real behavior change and mindset shifts.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Fat Loss Challenges09:15 Why Challenges Fail18:30 Reframing Obstacles26:45 Creating Behavior Change32:00 Positive Coaching PhrasesInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy Sal Distefano - @mindpumpdistefanoJustin Andrews - @mindpumpjustinAdam Schafer - @mindpumpadam Doug Egge- @mindpumpdougYouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f