Owning and running a business is a dream. I get to make people feel good! But getting here (and staying here) has some uncomfortable moments. - Being called small - There might not be a next time - Cost - Minimal support Join me as I share confessions about running a small business.

Spilling the tea on all truths FIT PRO in this session. Spoiler: people pay for the results and experience, you don’t have to teach year-round, figure out how to accept payment in advance, and figure out your cancellation policies!

Let's take a look at the American College of Sports Medicine report on the 2025 Fitness Trends Outlook.

Spoilers: there are some weird trends that made the list!

Confession: I'm dancing with the stars!

I'm returning as a PRO dancer for Year 7 with the Horizons of Kent & Queen Anne's Dance with the Stars event.

VOTE Team Thad & Aundra and help us raise funds for Horizons of K&QA and all of the work they do for the community, particularly youth in the area.

Use this link to VOTE by November 16, 2025:

https://horizonskentqueenannes.networkforgood.com/events/66911-horizons-dance-with-the-stars-a-gatsby-gala-2024

Confession: I’m almost 40 and have learned SO MUCH about living from TikTok! Here’s my list - do you relate? 1. How to straighten my hair 2. Feta pasta 3. Diet Coke and coconut creamer 4. Espresso and protein shake 5. Thrive causemetics 6. Peel bananas from the bottom 7. Milky nails and Russian manicures 8. How different people live 9. Travel hacks/essentials 10. Swifties videos and Royal updates

Confession: You will find greater success if you’re consistent! Why? Creates accountability Establishes habits Builds momentum Fuels progressProvides anchors - frames for reference Tune in for tips and more!

Confession: I’ve felt stuck in my career, my business…and I’m guessing you have, too? My coaching class focused on the idea of feeling stuck and it’s been on my mind. How can you work toward becoming un-stuck? Some ideas: 1. Identify the stuck 2. Recognize that failure is part of the process 3. Lean into a system 4. Try something new 5. Focus on a bigger goal 6. Done vs. perfect 7. Cultivate presence 8. Ask for help 9. Move your body 10. Give yourself space

Confession: I wish you knew… Spilling tea related to things I wish fitness clients knew and things I want fitness professionals to know. A few: - You are ready - You inspire me - No one noticed your mistake What resonates? What things do you wish your fitness professionals would know? Share in the comments. Love this episode? Make sure to subscribe and send to a friend who needs to hear it.