In this conversation, I reveal the pivotal $10,000 decision that shaped my career path and eye-opening insights from launching my new book "The Obvious Choice."

From social media's false promises to the counter-intuitive truths of building lasting success, this episode challenges conventional wisdom about what it really takes to build a sustainable business in today's digital age.

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My co-hosts:

Ren Jones https://www.instagram.com/fitnessjonestraining/

Amber Reynolds https://www.instagram.com/amberreynolds.me/

Who Am I?

Jonathan Goodman is the creator of the Personal Trainer Development Center and host of the popular Obvious Choice podcast, a top show for coaches, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Jon’s been featured in most major business and fitness publications including Men’s Health, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Robb Report, Inc., and many more. Over 200,000 coaches and small business owners in more than 120 countries have purchased business development materials from him.

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Timestamps

0:00 Episode Introduction

2:47 Jonathan has to pause for his son Jaden bringing lunch

3:30 Story about Ignite the Fire and early publishing decision

14:04 Modern social media marketing

22:25 Gym sales conversion rates discussion

26:23 Social media influencers vs thought leaders discussion

34:00 Balancing short-term vs long-term projects

45:04 Book launch results and reception

51:52 Lessons learned from book launch

59:47 Final thoughts on being self-reliant