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The Episode: How Firefighter Alex Harriman Made $6,578 Online Training Between Shifts

Is it time to level up your online trainer skills? If you want to make more money, then the answer is yes! Alex Harriman started online training as a side gig between shifts as a fulltime firefighter. After the birth of his son in 2017, his priorities changed—which meant his online training business had to change, as well. In this episode, Jonathan talks with Alex about how the Online Trainer Academy Level 2 helped him learn how to focus his energy and prioritize his time. How did this small shift lead to major results and more money for Alex? Learn why Alex recommends OTA Level 2, and how it can help you make more money while freeing up more of your time!

In This Episode

  • How Alex uses the Online Trainer Academy tactics to make more money [1:05]
  • The biggest mistake Alex made when starting as an online trainer [6:46]
  • What Alex learned about time management skills from OTA Level 2 [10:50]
  • The most important thing you have to do as an online trainer [14:34]
  • The 4 weekly goals Alex creates each month [18:46]
  • How to focus on the things that are getting you results [23:10]
  • One of the biggest points Alex took away from OTA Level 2 [27:50]

“When you sit down, you should know what you want to accomplish. The better you can plan for that, the more efficient you are.” – Jonathan Goodman

You Can Still Love Training While Shifting Your Priorities

Major life events—such as having a baby—don’t have to mean the end of doing what you love. Learn how to shift your focus and pivot your business in order to maximize your skill set and free time.

Time Management is a Skill

It’s all about planning. The OTA Level 2 program can help you figure out a schedule that works for you, including setting aside blocks of time to focus on specific areas of your business. Focus better, work smarter, and you’ll make more money in less time.

Maximize Pockets of Time

When you do have free time, how are you spending it? Are you focused and ready to work? In this episode, Jonathan and Alex talk about what they do to prepare for those moments that require them to do the work that they may not want to do.

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The Author

Jonathan Goodman is the founder of the Personal Trainer Development Center and author of multiple bestselling books for personal trainers. In addition, Jon founded the first-ever certification for online fitness trainers, the Online Trainer Academy. Originally from Toronto, Jon and his wife Alison spend their winters traveling the world with their baby boy, Calvin.