May 5 | The Monday Report

Achieving success without wisdom becomes a problem for myself and others. When lacking wisdom with prosperity, I create significant challenges & burdens for those around me through misguided actions.

FITLETE Professional Update

The Resource Nexus

Out of 600+ organizations, there are only 54 more to go, and then my list is entirely run through, and the 2025 updates for live events will be concluded. After this, the next round of live continuing education map updates won’t be until the middle or the end of Q3 and will be more focused on making sure any new course dates are added or accurate, and then adding in any organizations that I did not have already listed. While it is rare, sometimes I miss new additions to the event line-up, and if I have missed it, then I know there’s a high chance you will miss it as well.

What Education Events are you attending this May?

FITLETE Radio

— One more episode to go for the season.

Enjoy meeting Jose!

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Fantastic podcasts I heard last week:

1. More Train, Less Pain; Engineering the Adaptable Athlete— S5E20: Derek Hansen- Should ALL Runners Sprint?

   1. Derek Hansen, a speed expert and NSCA-certified strength conditioning specialist, shares invaluable insights from decades of working with elite athletes. He argues that all runners should embrace sprinting to enhance performance and improve biomechanics. The conversation reveals his innovative 10x10 protocol for hamstring recovery and emphasizes the power of movement personalization. Listeners learn about the importance of integrating sprint techniques into training for both injury prevention and increased efficiency.

2. Founders Podcast— #387 Jim Simons Built The World’s Greatest Money-Making Machine

   1. Jim Simons, a former mathematician, revolutionized finance by founding a hedge fund filled with top-notch scientists instead of traditional financiers. His groundbreaking approach combined advanced mathematics with data-driven trading strategies. The podcast delves into his relentless persistence in the face of skepticism, the early challenges of launching his fund, and the importance of innovative collaboration in achieving success. Simons’ story is a testament to the power of unconventional thinking and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

3. Hidden Brain— Relationships 2.0: The Power of Tiny Interactions + Your Questions Answered: Erica Bailey on Authenticity

   1. Gillian Sandstrom, a psychologist focused on social isolation, shares insights on the significance of weak ties and their surprisingly positive impact on happiness. She discusses how casual conversations with strangers can boost emotional well-being. Erica Bailey, a researcher on authenticity, responds to listener questions about revealing true selves in various social contexts. They touch on the challenges of authenticity in the workplace and the importance of creating safe environments for genuine expression.

4. Other side Lifestyle— 166. The Power of Community in Fitness w/ Kevin Dineen

   1. Kevin Dineen discusses key fitness industry topics such as targeting specific audiences, the link between superheroes and fitness, and the obstacles people face in reaching health goals. They highlight the importance of community, accountability, and personal responsibility and how social media and distractions can undermine motivation. The conversation stresses the value of a supportive environment and building a new fitness identity. They also address the challenges coaches face, emphasizing positive narratives, client focus, and the benefits of community events, networking, and ongoing education for professional growth. Finally, they share insights on upcoming events and the importance of participating in professional gatherings.

5. A Product Market Fit Show | Startup Podcast for Founders— He lost 90% of his users overnight—then grew his consumer app to $10M ARR. | Koen Droste, Founder of Polarsteps

   1. Koen Droste, Founder of Polarsteps, transformed a personal travel tracker into a $10 million app with 10 million users—despite losing 90% of users overnight. He shares how ignoring conventional advice and focusing on word-of-mouth growth led to their viral success. By obsessing over Net Promoter Score (NPS), they achieved explosive organic growth. Droste emphasizes that quality over speed and avoiding distracting partnerships are crucial for early-stage founders aiming for product market fit.

6. Gym World Worldwide— 3 simple ways to get more gym leads online

   1. Kaleda Connell, CEO of Kilo and a branding and marketing expert for gym owners, shares invaluable insights with Mateo Lopez. They discuss common social media mistakes that hinder gym growth and the importance of improving online visibility. Kaleda emphasizes effective website management and clear calls to action to attract leads. She also highlights the power of a well-optimized Google Business Profile and the use of professional photography to authentically showcase gym culture.

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Personal Update

— I was surprised it was May already. I’m not going to lie, most of the time after going to these multi-day education events, I lose track of the calendar lol. It’s a good thing that my daily training schedule is generally the same because I’d probably be so disorganized if it weren’t. I like this predictable weekly schedule; it’s helped me do many things personally and professionally. We did something spontaneous this weekend and took a little weekend getaway at the last minute. None of it was planned or accounted for in the weekly routine that I would typically do on the weekend. It was incredible. I feel great today, even though I still have some unfinished work. As someone who works on and in his business, the work will always be there and should always stop you from doing fun things spontaneously.

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