Training Day Podcast

What do you do when you spend 18 months with ZERO clients and your family tells you to quit? For Don, the founder of Clean Kings, you double down. In this episode, we sit down with serial entrepreneur Don to discuss his incredible journey from cleaning public toilets as an immigrant student in 2008 to managing a national workforce of 650+ staff. We dive into:- The 18-month "nightmare" st...

Join us for profound business insights from 13 years of experience. This episode dives deep into mindset, the critical role of grit (and when to let it go), and strategies for personal growth and leadership. Discover the "Six Thinking Hats," how to overcome "shiny object syndrome," and the power of understanding your "unfair advantage." Essential listening for entrepr...

Why do we work out? This video podcast uncovers the shift in fitness, from intimidating gym floors to vibrant communities. We deep dive into the rise of Hyrox, the power of run clubs, the economics of class-based studios, and the true meaning of 'confidence' found through physical activity. Join us as we explore the future of fitness and belonging.

Thinking about diving into the gym industry? Before you do, watch this! We're breaking down the hard truths and surprising perks of running a brick-and-mortar fitness business. You'll discover:👉 Why local competition is often more intense for gyms than online businesses.👉 The secret behind predictable income, even with high customer turnover.👉 How gym ownership can actually force you to...

Dive into 12 years of fitness industry evolution. Discover why community now outweighs equipment for gym success, what the future of fitness and gym businesses looks like, and many more secrets.

We live in a world where all the knowledge we could ever want is right at our fingertips, but the real question is how do we actually use it. In this episode I break down what I see as the three levels of AI. At the base level you’ve got prompting, which most people are familiar with. Then you move up to automations, connecting different systems and letting them talk to each other. And at the top...

Chances are you're making at least 3 costly tax mistakes right now and no one ever taught you how to avoid them. The system is confusing on purpose. Between HECS, credit cards, Afterpay and all the rules around what you can and can't claim, it's no wonder so many people feel like they're always behind. While it's easy to just and everything to the ATO and hope for a refund, tha...

Danielle Weber went from a rebellious teen with no Plan B to painting for The Rock (Dwayne Johnson) and Arnold Schwarzenegger. But behind the viral murals is a decade of hustle, burnout, and building a business from screatch. In this episode, Danielle shares the raw truth about making it as an artist today - and why it's not what you think. We talk about: ⑃ Accidentally calling The Rock a &quo...

He was born after the Tiananmen Square crackdown and raised in communist China, where discipline came through pain, choices were limited, and simplicity was survival. Despite the hardship, he looks back with pride. In this episode, we explore what that upbringing taught him, how it shaped his resilience, and why he believes Gen Z isn’t soft but facing a different kind of hard. This is not about to...

Why do so many people dread the simple question: “What do you do?”In this episode, we break down why talking about your job feels awkward - especially when your answer doesn’t fit neatly into a box. We also debunk gym industry myths (like the January rush), reveal what really makes a gym profitable, and share our top 10 gym exercises for life. From business to small talk to self-worth - this one’s...

We used to think success would solve everything. More money, more friends, more freedom. But the reality is way messier. In this episode, we dive into the honest truth behind what it really takes to build something. The loneliness. The grind. The false belief that success = happiness. We talk about losing friends, letting go of control, and the mistake of chasing passive income before you’ve actua...

What makes a founder truly successful? In this episode, we break down the three personality traits that every high performing entrepreneur shares. From obsession and tunnel vision to communication and clarity, this is the mindset behind real business success. If you’re building something - from startups to brick and mortar - this conversation will reshape how you think about entrepreneurship, lead...

Welcome to our new podcast episode, 5 life changing habits that'll make you feel incredible. Today we share five simple habits that completely shifted our energy, mindset and wellbeing. These aren't complicated routines, just small practical actions that are easy to start and deliver a big payoff for both your body and mind. Get started today by incorporate these simple yet effective ways...

Most people don’t fail because they lack motivation — they fail because they rely on it. In this episode of the Training Day Podcast, we explore the real reason so many people get stuck, fall off track, or keep starting over: their habits. We break down the core principles from three of the most powerful books on behaviour and performance — Atomic Habits, The Compound Effect, and The 7 Habits of H...

Everyone sees the success - the gym, the team, the growth - but no one really talks about the start. The cold mornings. The self-doubt. The six-month stretch working 17-hour days for no pay trying to figure it all out. In this episode, we talk about what it actually takes to build something valuable, and why most people fail to build anything valuable. Not when the claps are loud, but when there’s...

What actually makes a brand stick? In this episode, we’re diving into how to build a brand people love — not by chasing trends or designing flashy logos, but by creating something people genuinely feel connected to. Wayne shares how his gyms, now some of the highest rated in Melbourne, built a loyal community not through marketing tactics, but through real moments and consistent values. Fraser ref...

These are 10 life lessons I wish I had learnt earlier What are you willing to suffer for? A lot of people when speaking in terms of success will ask questions that will only regard the finishing product: “what do you want out of life”, “where do you see yourself in 5 years”. While these questions can be handy and having goals set is always a great idea; the problem is that the questions themselves...

In this episode we’re breaking down the 5 levels of your success journey. Whether you’re still in school, fresh out, climbing the career ladder or building your own thing - these 5 ceilings will hit home. We’ve all felt stuck at some point… this is about why, and more importantly, how to break through. If you’re chasing more in business, relationships, or life in general - this is for you. And if...

If I could go back and teach my 20 year old self a few things, this is exactly what I’d say - to save years of mistakes, heartache, and stress. Today, we break down the biggest lessons from a decade long business journey - from failing forward in our early 20s to leading a million-dollar company and managing a team of 40+ people. If you’re in your 20s, it’s time to lock in. Your youth is your grea...

How to Take Accountability & End Your Suffering (The Harsh Truth)A lot of people get caught up blaming their circumstances. They point to their upbringing, the government, the economy, their boss - anything but themselves. And look, I get it. There are real challenges out there. But the moment you start pointing fingers, you give up your power to change things. That’s the trap. Now, if you act...

Why Young Australians Are Struggling to Buy a Home (And What to Do About It)Alright, let’s talk about something that’s on a lot of young Australians’ minds—is it even possible to buy a home anymore? We’re in a situation where house prices have skyrocketed, wages haven’t kept up, and more young adults than ever are still living with their parents because rent is through the roof. At the same time,...

What if everything you know about risk is wrong? Right now is a perfect time to make a drastic change and shoot for your stars, whatever that may represent. Don't fear any potential failure. There is risk in taking action... but there is also a larger risk of not taking action. There is always risk. The beautiful thing is that we get to choose which risk we take on. However you would like your...

If everyone is on steroids, is it still cheating? In today’s podcast, we discuss:Why PEDs are rampant in elite sports but rarely talked about. Would an ‘Enhanced Olympics’ be fairer? The difference between supplements & steroids—where do we draw the line? How some sports secretly allow doping (without saying it).Would YOU take something if it gave you a massive advantage? Let’s discuss.

What separates those who achieve their dreams from those who stay stuck? In this episode, we dive deep into the mindset, habits, and resilience required to build something from nothing. Expect to learn: ✅ Why success isn’t just about hard work—but about manifesting the right vision ✅ The role of irrational optimism in achieving big goals ✅ Why most people never take risks (and how to break free...

Make 2025 the year you take control of your health and fitness. It's time to transform your body and mind in 2025. If your goals are fat loss or muscle building based, the main thing that you’ll need to understand before everything else is the importance of Calories in VS Calories out. Along with this comes flexible dieting which is very prevalent amongst the fitness scene. Though far healthie...