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Apr 2024
45m 41s

Play Big, You’re a Freaking Health Coach...

Primal Health Coach Institute
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JJ Virgin is a legend in the health industry and is an absolute case study of what it looks like to build a health, fitness, and nutrition empire. JJ is a wealth of knowledge in the wellness space and has a laundry list of letters behind her name to back it up.    She has been in the business for a long time and has personally watched health and fitness trends, fads, and ideas both come and go. JJ has personally helped to create the industry of health coaching and is here to tell us that NOW is the perfect time to step into this space. During this episode, JJ, Erin and Laura discuss the importance of speaking a language that your clients understand, how being your own boss requires you to show up in a big way, what she looks for in health coaches, and more.    Episode Overview: 0:00 Meet J. J. Virgin 0:37 The Evolution of Health Coaching with J. J. Virgin 2:07 Pioneering Personal Training and Nutrition 4:58 Personal Branding and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 7:18 The Simplicity of Effective Health Coaching 12:27 Navigating the Journey of Health Coaching 13:26 Mastering the Basics: Advice for Aspiring Health Coaches 17:00 Embracing Your Unique Journey as a Health Coach 22:44 The Importance of Niching Down in Health Coaching 23:21 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship in Health Coaching 24:07 Debunking the Entrepreneur Myth 24:54 The Solopreneur Path: Freedom and Challenges 25:26 Leveraging Opportunities in Health Coaching 26:47 Mastering Client Acquisition and Networking 28:50 The Power of Word of Mouth in Business Growth 29:43 Exploring Employment Opportunities for Health Coaches 31:43 Navigating the Job Market: Tips for Health Coaches 37:19 The Importance of Masterminds and Coaching for Success 44:03 Final Thoughts: The Future of Health Coaching   Connect with JJ on: Website - https://jjvirgin.com IG - https://www.instagram.com/jj.virgin/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/jjvirginvideos FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/JJVirginOfficial/    ---   Health Coach Radio is a podcast that dives deep into the world of health and fitness coaching, brought to you by Primal Health Coach Institute, founded by the renowned Mark Sisson. Join your hosts, Erin and Laura, both proud graduates of Primal Health Coach Institute, as they share inspiring stories and expert insights on elevating your coaching practice.   If you're curious about transforming your life through the power of health and/or fitness coaching, visit primalhealthcoach.com. Discover the transformative journey of Primal living and explore how Primal Health Coach Institute can empower you to make a real impact on people's lives.
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