Mastery Podcast with Mark Coles

Episodes

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  Episode 457: 4 Years in Dubai - It Feels Like Home 09.11.2026 17m

  In this week's episode I cover what life in Dubai feels like after 4 years of living here with my family.Every year I sit down and reflect on what I've learned from living in Dubai, but this year feels particularly special.
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  Episode 456: How to Generate Leads & Sales From Your Content 30.10.2026 16m

  In this week's episode I cover how to turn your content into more inbound leads and conversations for your coaching business. I break down the difference between simply creating content and actually generating leads, how to package your knowledge into valuable resources, and how to use proof, authority, relevance and simple CTAs to give people a reason to message you.
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  Episode 455: This $12K/Mo Online Coaching Business Asked Me How To Scale to $25K/Mo 20.10.2026 53m

  In this week's episode I cover a live business audit with an online fitness coach currently doing around $12K per month who wants to scale towards $25K+. We break down his VSL, content, lead generation, Instagram audience, sales process, team and profit margins to identify what's actually holding the business back and the few changes I would make to help him reach the next level.
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  Episode 454: The Best Performing Lead Generation Funnels For Online Fitness Coaches 15.10.2026 27m

  In this week's episode I cover four lead generation funnels online fitness coaches can use to turn their content, audience and expertise into more opportunities for their coaching business. I break down the DM funnel, low-ticket to high-ticket funnel, VSL funnel and webinar funnel, when each one makes sense, how they work, and why you should focus on mastering one system before adding more. 
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  Episode 453: 10 Self-Care Habits Every Fitness Entrepreneur Needs 08.10.2026 17m

  In this week's episode I cover 10 essential self-care habits every fitness entrepreneur should consider while building their coaching business.After 25 years in the fitness industry, I've learnt that success isn't just about making more money. It's also about having a clear vision, looking after your health, managing your time, maintaining strong relationships and creating a business that supports the life you actually want.
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  Episode 452: How I’d Scale This £11K/Month Online Coaching Business to £25K+ 02.10.2026 59m

  In this week's episode I cover a live business audit with an online fitness coach averaging around £11K per month who wants to build towards consistent £20K–£25K+ months. We break down her numbers, positioning, content, VSL, ads, lead generation and sales process to uncover what's actually holding the business back and the specific changes I would make to help her reach the next level.
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  Episode 451: How to get more leads from your current business model 24.09.2026 25m

  In this week's episode I cover how to generate more leads for your coaching business by changing the way you think about lead generation. I break down what actually qualifies as a lead, how to create more conversations through your content and everyday interactions, why following up matters, when to make an offer, and how tracking your conversations can help you build a much more consistent pipeline of opportunities.
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  Episode 450: How to Improve Client Retention in Your Online Coaching Business 18.09.2026 16m

  In this week's episode I cover five fundamental areas that will help you improve client retention and keep coaching clients in your programme for longer. I break down why churn can quietly cost your business thousands, how to create early and ongoing results, build a 12-month vision for your clients, develop an educational journey, use community to increase commitment, and deliver the level of service that makes people want to stay. If you're constantly bringing in new clients just to replace the ones leaving, this is the part of your coaching business you need to fix.
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  Episode 449: How to Automate Lead Generation Using a VSL Funnel 12.09.2026 20m

  In this week's episode I cover how to build an automated lead generation system for your online coaching business using a VSL funnel. I break down why relying entirely on Instagram DMs can leave your business vulnerable, how a VSL can turn interested viewers into qualified applications and booked calls, the structure of an effective VSL, and how you can drive traffic through your content, email, retargeting and Meta ads as your business scales.
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  Episode 448: How to Rewire Your Brain for the Next Level 04.09.2026 17m

  In this week's episode I cover how to rewire your brain by changing the identity, beliefs, habits, behaviours and environment that shape who you are today. I walk through the seven-step process I use to help coaches identify where they are now, create a clear vision for where they want to go, understand who they need to become, model the right environment and navigate the uncomfortable period between their old identity and their next level.
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  Episode 447: The Hidden Revenue Vault Inside Your Online Coaching Business 27.08.2026 13m

  In this week's episode, I cover the hidden revenue opportunities most online coaches overlook while constantly chasing new leads. I break down four areas you can focus on to bring more cash and predictability into your business: reducing churn, improving renewals and client lifetime value, collecting more cash and charging appropriately, and generating referrals from happy clients.
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  Episode 446: If I Was Stuck at £10K/Month, Here’s How I’d Reach £25K 21.08.2026 15m

  If you're already making around £10K per month as an online fitness coach, what needs to change to consistently reach £25K?In this episode, I break down the seven areas I'd focus on, including your vision, pricing, team, numbers, follow-up, paid growth and producing more results.
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  Episode 445: How Much Should You Charge for Online Fitness Coaching? 14.08.2026 23m

  In this week's episode, I cover how much you should actually be charging for your online fitness coaching and why your pricing shouldn't be based on what every other coach in the industry is doing.
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  Episode 444: Why Good Coaches Aren’t Making Enough Money as an Online Fitness Coach 10.08.2026 15m

  In this week's episode I cover why being a great coach is not always enough to build a successful online fitness coaching business. I break down the five areas that commonly hold experienced coaches back.
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  Episode 443: How Personal Trainers Build Six-Figure Online Coaching Businesses 27.07.2026 13m

  In this week's episode I cover how personal trainers are building six-figure online coaching businesses in 2026, and why it takes far more than the latest content strategy or funnel. I break down the five key traits that separate successful online coaches, from having a clear vision and closing knowledge gaps to building a focused brand, understanding your audience and treating online coaching like a serious business rather than a side hustle.
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  Episode 442: THE GAME what 45 years in the Fitness Industry taught us about Money Mastery and Mindset 21.07.2026 1h 34m

  In this week's episode I've sat down with Rachel Godfrey for our 4th episode, where we explore what it truly means to play your own game.
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  Episode 441: How to Build a Personal Brand as an Online Fitness Coach in 2026 09.07.2026 17m

  Personal Brand is one of the biggest assets you can build as an online fitness coach, especially in 2026 when standing out is harder than ever. In this video, I explain how to build a Personal Brand that attracts the right clients, creates long-term trust, and separates you from the sea of coaches all posting the same content.
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  Episode 440: Your Content Isn't The Problem. Your Messaging Is. 04.07.2026 14m

  If you want to build a successful Coaching Business, pumping out more content isn't the answer. In this episode, I explain why your real challenge is actually your messaging, not your content, and how fixing it will help you attract better clients who stay, pay what you charge, and get results.
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  Episode 439: Build An Online Fitness Coaching Business That Attracts Ideal Clients 26.06.2026 14m

  Build an online fitness coaching business that attracts ideal clients instead of chasing viral views. In this video, I explain why focusing on going viral could actually be damaging your online fitness coaching business and what you should be building instead.
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  Episode 438: One Coach Wins. One Burns Out | Online Fitness Coaching Business 2026 19.06.2026 12m

  There is a clear gap opening in the fitness industry. On one side, coaches are attracting better clients, creating content they enjoy, building structure, keeping clients long term and seeing a business they can stay in for years. On the other side, coaches are chasing tactics, signing the wrong people, dealing with churn, feeling drained and wondering where the next client is coming from.