Jamie Harrison: From Classroom to Coaching Empire
Episode Overview
Jamie shares his journey from teaching to the fitness industry and business coaching The podcast delves into the significance of volume and time in accumulating experience Jamie discusses the importance of confidence derived from delivering results Insights are shared on the art of sales calls, closing, and building trust with the audience Practical advice and valuable insights are provided for fitness coaches and entrepreneurs
The amount of leads and the number of sales calls that we did, and the fulfillment we did in a short period of time, it's like that would have taken someone else five years to gather that experience, and we gathered it in a couple of months. Time doesn't really matter, I think, you know, it's volume, you know, like the whole 10,000 hours of mastery thing — we got our 10,000 hours in quick, yeah.
Imagine leaving a secure teaching job to dive headfirst into the unpredictable world of fitness and business coaching. That's exactly what Jamie Harrison did, and in this episode of 'In an Imperfect World', he shares his remarkable journey with host Sarah Catterson. Jamie’s story is all about adaptability, risk-taking, and the relentless pursuit of growth. He talks about his early days selling PDFs online and how those humble beginnings shaped his approach to high-ticket sales and business coaching.
You'll hear about the pivotal moments that pushed him to leave his teaching career behind and embrace the uncertainties of entrepreneurship. This episode is packed with practical advice for fitness coaches and entrepreneurs alike, from building confidence through continuous learning to the art of closing sales. Jamie emphasizes the importance of being genuine and passionate in your work, creating value for your clients, and building trust with your audience.
Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting out, Jamie's insights will inspire you to take bold steps in your own journey.