Mastery Podcast with Mark Coles

In this week's episode I cover how to choose your pricing model for online fitness coaching. I'm sharing four different pricing structures, plus a bonus tip at the end that I know you're really going to find helpful. I also explain why I personally favour taking more cash upfront, so you can build confidence, put money in the bank, and reinvest in your business.

In this week's episode, we sit down with the inspiring Ciara Rossi , who shares her journey from being an Irish dancer to running a thriving online coaching community of 300 women. Listen in as Ciara talks about overcoming self-doubt, the personal struggles that fueled her ambition, and the deep importance of personal development.

In this week's episode, I cover what separates the top 1% of online fitness coaches from the rest. Using real client success stories, including one who went from $24,000 to $144,000 in 18 months, I break down the 10 key traits that define the best in the business.

In this week's episode I cover the top 10 lessons I wish I'd known at 23. I dive into being okay with people coming and going, designing every part of your life with intention, lowering your expectations of others, and asking more questions without fear.

In this week's episode I cover five key things that I let go of. Quit removed from my life so that my life had an upgrade. I’ve not felt as good health wise, spiritually wise, mentally wise, my relationship, my professional life that I’ve ever done before. I truly do believe these changes have been instrumental in me feeling this way.

In this week's episode, I cover how to grow your online fitness coaching business using paid advertising. I’ll walk you through the benefits, strategies, and practical steps to make more money, grow your followers, and generate leads. 

In this week’s episode, I cover how to run effective 8, 10, or 12-week fitness challenges online. I’ll show you a simple framework to bring in 10 to 15 new online coaching clients every time you run a promotion.

In this week’s episode, I cover building a sales team – when to hire sales closers, where to find them, and how to ensure they perform and deliver a solid return on your investment. Drawing from 25 years in the fitness industry and building a multi seven-figure coaching business, I share key steps like hitting 30K months before hiring, recording your calls, daily huddles, and tracking performance.

In this week's episode, I cover four uncommon truths about running a successful online fitness business—areas where so many coaches get lost because they’re chasing advice that sounds good but isn’t practical. 

In this week's episode, I cover five transformative steps that have completely changed my life and career. These are practical, no-nonsense strategies that can help you upgrade not just your business but your mindset and lifestyle.

In this week's episode, I cover how I attracted high-paying coaching clients by focusing on five key areas that transformed my career. I’ll walk you through how I moved towards a niche, delivered high-quality results, set non-negotiables with clients, and mastered the sales process.

In this week's episode, I cover the simple online fitness coaching model to help you hit your first six figures per year. Most coaches overcomplicate things, jumping from one shiny tactic to another without mastering the fundamentals.

In this week's episode, I cover part three of my journey living in Dubai for two years. I'll share the ups, downs, and what my wife and I have learned about building a life and a business here. From the unique energy and positive mindset to the challenges of Dubai's summer heat, I’ll dive into the realities of moving as a fitness professional.

In this week’s episode, I cover my advice to online fitness professionals under 25. I’m sharing insights from my 25-year journey in fitness, from the early days of personal training to scaling a global business mentoring coaches worldwide. I dive into five essential lessons that could help you avoid common mistakes and fast-track your progress in the industry. 

In this week's episode, I cover one of the biggest mistakes online fitness coaches make: focusing too much on quick wins and ignoring the importance of building trust. I break down the concept of a marketing funnel, explaining how relationships are nurtured over time and why that trust is crucial for turning followers into clients.

In this week's episode, I cover Instagram engagement strategies. Now, a lot of online fitness coaches think engagement is just about likes, comments, and saves, and while that's important, there's more to it. Engagement is any action taken on your content, and today I'm going to break down five ways you can boost that engagement.

In this week's episode, I cover six common money-making mistakes that online fitness professionals make when building their coaching businesses. These are things I’ve seen over the years, and they come up time and time again.

In this week's episode, I cover how to retain your coaching clients for at least a year. Whether you're a new coach or an established one, keeping clients long-term can transform your business.

In this week's episode, I cover how to buy back your time, a concept that became familiar to me through Dan Martel, an entrepreneur who is ruthless with time management. I share how becoming more efficient and delegating tasks allowed me to focus on my core genius—training my team, teaching what I know, and developing my sales team. 

In this week's episode, I cover how to discover your why, mission, and purpose. After over 25 years in the fitness industry, I've learned that staying true to who you are and understanding why you do what you do is essential for making real progress.

In this week's episode, I cover the five reasons why you won't make it as an online fitness coach. These points will either make or break your career. If any of these sound familiar, they will be the bottleneck holding you back, and you need to fix them.

In this week's episode, I cover how to get more attention on your social media. Attention means more people seeing your stuff, more opportunities for engagement, and more chances to speak to people.

In this week's episode, I had the pleasure to chat with Rachel Godfrey at our Dubai Live events last year. We cover her incredible journey from physiotherapist to strategic and high-performance coach for entrepreneurs.

In this week's episode, I cover MRR versus high ticket sales for online coaching businesses. I break down what each model is, who it's for, and my personal experiences with both. Whether you're looking for predictable monthly income or aiming for bigger cash collections upfront, this video will help you decide.

In this week's episode, I cover how to beat procrastination by helping you break past feeling stuck and getting sidetracked. I'll explain how inspiration, which comes from having a clear vision, plays a key role in overcoming procrastination. By setting detailed goals for your personal and professional life, you can stay energised, focused, and ready to get things done.