Episode 34: w Special Guest Arden Shiller

SummaryIn this episode of the Real Deal podcast, host Cleon Deal and Brandon Haley welcome Arden Shiller, a former kindergarten teacher turned fitness coach and business mentor. Arden shares her journey from teaching to building a successful fitness coaching business during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses the challenges she faced in the education system, her rapid growth in the fitness industry, and the importance of mentorship and support in scaling her business. Arden now focuses on helping other coaches, particularly in the fitness industry, to build sustainable businesses and improve client retention. In this conversation, Brandon Haley and Arden Shiller explore the dynamics of coaching, relationships, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of community in coaching, the role of trust in healthy relationships, and the challenges faced in romantic partnerships. Arden shares her journey of navigating relationship issues, emphasizing the significance of maturity and communication. The conversation also highlights the impact of counseling and coaching in fostering personal development and relationship recovery. In this conversation, Arden and Brandon explore the complexities of relationships, emphasizing the importance of compromise, growth, and support. They discuss the challenges of dating potential versus reality, the significance of communication, and the role of trust in long-distance relationships. Arden shares her journey from teaching to coaching, highlighting how skills from her past have influenced her current success. The trio also delves into the interconnectedness of personal relationships and business success, advocating for regular check-ins to foster growth and understanding.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:52 Arden's Journey from Teaching to Fitness Coaching05:57 Challenges in Teaching and Transitioning Careers08:49 Building a Fitness Community During COVID-1912:00 Rapid Growth and Challenges in Fitness Coaching14:54 Hiring Help and Scaling the Business18:05 Becoming a Business Coach and Supporting Others22:34 The Community Dynamics of Coaching24:55 Building Relationships Through Coaching26:06 Trust as the Foundation of Healthy Relationships31:42 Navigating Relationship Challenges37:30 Maturity and Growth in Relationships43:14 The Role of Counseling in Relationship Recovery45:33 The Importance of Compromise in Relationships47:43 Navigating Growth and Change Together49:41 Dating Potential vs. Reality50:46 The Role of Support and Competition in Relationships52:30 Translating Teaching Skills to Coaching54:25 Building Trust in Long-Distance Relationships01:01:01 Recognizing Toxic Patterns and Growth01:03:05 Weekly Check-Ins: A Strategy for Relationship Success01:06:24 The Interconnection of Relationships and Business Success