Find Tyler on IG!@ absolute_tylerSummary: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 dynamicsChapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:44 The Journey into Fitness Training05:25 Transitioning from Trainer to Business Owner08:06 The Challenges of Personal Training11:00 Building a Gym and Facing Adversity13:56 Navigating the Pandemic and Business Growth16:41 The Impact of Success and Identity Crisis19:21 Lessons Learned from the Fitness Industry27:25 Drama-Free Zone: Leadership in Adversity28:23 Transitioning Careers: From Gym to Wildfire Fighting30:14 Ego Check: The Reality of Wildfire Fighting32:17 Reassessing Dreams: The Impact of External Validation33:28 The Journey Back: Reentering the Fitness Industry34:12 Should Trainers Own Gyms? A Candid Discussion38:23 Rebuilding a Career: The Importance of Branding41:33 Knowing When to Pivot: Signs of Burnout44:39 Helping Dads: A New Focus in CoachingKeywordsfitness, personal training, entrepreneurship, gym ownership, trainer advice, fitness industry challenges, online coaching, personal development, empathy in training, pandemic impact