In this episode, I’m sharing the raw, unfiltered truth about my experience with burnout as an online coach. Back in 2019, I said yes to everything -- every shift, every class, every client - even when it didn’t fit my schedule or align with my goals.
I was working 3:30am to 10pm, 5-6 days a week, living on caffeine and protein bars, convinced that hustling harder would grow my coaching business.
Spoiler alert: it didn’t.
Instead, I spiralled. I forgot sessions, mixed up my diary, and felt like I was failing my clients. My energy tanked, my passion disappeared, and my relationships suffered—the only time I saw my girlfriend was when she came to pick me up from work.
If you’re an online fitness coach juggling endless hours, struggling to set boundaries, and constantly chasing the next ‘yes,’ this episode is for you. I’ll take you through how burnout impacted my business, my relationships, and my health - and why saying yes to everything won’t help you grow your coaching business sustainably.
Tune in to hear my story, learn from my mistakes, and start thinking differently about what it really takes to build a thriving business as an online coach.
What is The Efficient Coach?
Welcome to The Efficient Coach Podcast, where we dive into actionable strategies and insights to help online coaches grow their businesses efficiently, without burning out.
My names Phil Williams, I have an incredible wife Jen, I’m a dad of twins, I have a cockapoo called Reggie, I’m into great coffee, family hikes, and I try to do a bit of CrossFit.
I'm not really into the 'hustle and grind' of working until your eyes sting in the pursuit of that elusive '10k month' whilst hating your life and hoping it makes you happy.
But if you're an online coach who wants to build a coaching business that aligns with your values and allows you to have a life outside of it to?
You're in the right place!
Have a listen, and if you enjoy it, hit subscribe.