Find Tyler on IG! @ absolute_tyler Summary: In this episode, Ryan Tullis and Tyler Andrade dive into Tyler’s journey from starting as a personal trainer to owning multiple gyms and navigating the challenges brought by the pandemic. They emphasize the importance of connection and empathy in training, adapting to industry changes, and balancing business growth with personal identity. Tyler highlights the significance of niching down, particularly his focus on helping fathers reconnect with their vitality and families. Takeaways 💡 Tyler started in fitness with a passion for working with athletes 🎓 Hands-on learning and trial-and-error are key in the fitness industry 🤝 Connection and empathy are essential for effective training 🧠 Trainers must be mindful of their self-worth and internal dialogue 🏋️ Owning a gym requires skills beyond personal training 🔄 The pandemic forced trainers to adapt and rethink their businesses 📱 Social media is crucial for attracting and engaging clients 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Helping dads regain vitality can transform family dynamics Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:44 The Journey into Fitness Training 05:25 Transitioning from Trainer to Business Owner 08:06 The Challenges of Personal Training 11:00 Building a Gym and Facing Adversity 13:56 Navigating the Pandemic and Business Growth 16:41 The Impact of Success and Identity Crisis 19:21 Lessons Learned from the Fitness Industry 27:25 Drama-Free Zone: Leadership in Adversity 28:23 Transitioning Careers: From Gym to Wildfire Fighting 30:14 Ego Check: The Reality of Wildfire Fighting 32:17 Reassessing Dreams: The Impact of External Validation 33:28 The Journey Back: Reentering the Fitness Industry 34:12 Should Trainers Own Gyms? A Candid Discussion 38:23 Rebuilding a Career: The Importance of Branding 41:33 Knowing When to Pivot: Signs of Burnout 44:39 Helping Dads: A New Focus in Coaching Keywords fitness, personal training, entrepreneurship, gym ownership, trainer advice, fitness industry challenges, online coaching, personal development, empathy in training, pandemic impact