This Is What Happens When You Don’t Give Up | Arman Advani
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
Release Date: 07/16/2025
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The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
In this conversation, the speakers explore the intricate relationship between bodybuilding and body dysmorphia, highlighting how mental health issues often accompany the relentless pursuit of physical perfection. They dive into the immense discipline required in bodybuilding, the psychological challenges faced during competition prep, and the crucial role of hunger management and nutrition. Fasting is discussed as a powerful and beneficial tool, alongside the need for strategic coaching and an understanding of individual client goals. The dialogue also expands into the broader realm of health...
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This Is What Happens When You Don’t Give Up | Arman Advani
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
In this episode, the speaker shares a powerful story of their journey from a challenging personal and professional start to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Starting with humble beginnings in New York, they were faced with the challenge of funding their own education while navigating through a tough job market. With a determined mindset and a willingness to grind, they took on multiple jobs, including waiting tables, while attending college and building connections. After facing an impasse in their job search, they took a bold step by applying to a tech startup. The initial interview...
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Building a Culture of Excellence in Coaching - CJ Appenzeller
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
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The Real Psychology Behind Winning in Business - Ashton Wilson
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
In this conversation, Ashton shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming the founder of Active Solutions AI. He discusses the importance of persistence, the impact of early experiences on personal growth, and how winning in sports shaped his mindset. Ashton emphasizes the significance of manifestation, focus, and accountability in achieving goals, as well as the evolution of his career from the fitness industry to AI solutions. He explains the role of conversational AI and project management tools in enhancing business efficiency and the value of useful information in driving...
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Why High Performers Fail at Health (Until It’s Too Late) - Gary Mahabir
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of fitness and health, particularly for successful executives who often neglect their physical well-being in pursuit of career achievements. They explore the mindset of treating health like an investment, emphasizing the need for personalized assessments and empathetic training approaches. The discussion highlights the transformative impact of fitness on individuals' lives, enabling them to become leaders in their families and communities. The speakers also touch on the foundational habits necessary for maintaining health and...
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Stress Isn’t the Problem. It’s the Performance Edge You’re Ignoring: Dr. Mike T. Nelson
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
Most coaches want to improve performance. Dr. Mike T Nelson wants to improve outcomes that actually last. In this episode of The Coaches Room Podcast, Dr. Nelson explains why real coaching starts with understanding the client’s life, not just their training metrics. We talk about the difference between eustress and distress, why HRV and recovery data should guide but not overwhelm, and how to build programs that create buy-in without relying on complexity. This is a practical conversation for anyone working in performance, fitness, or rehab who wants to coach with more clarity and less...
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Injury. Recovery. Reinvention. What Dr. Ken Kinakin Knows That The Fitness World Still Doesn’t.
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
In this episode of The Coaches Room, Dr. Ken Kinakin shares insights from a career spent at the intersection of chiropractic care, sports performance, and injury prevention. He dives into the evolution of health and fitness education, the importance of integrating different disciplines, and how AI is changing the way we approach human performance. From the role of magnesium in recovery to the real reason elite athletes stay healthy, this conversation is filled with practical insights and thoughtful reflections. Dr. Kinakin also explores the influence of music on creativity, the importance of...
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From FBI Hostage Negotiator to High-Performance Leader: Ambition is key, Perfectionism will hold you back: Chris Voss
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
In this conversation, former FBI hostage negotiator Chris Voss discusses the importance of navigating negative emotions to gain a competitive advantage. He emphasizes the role of practice and innovation in achieving success, contrasting ambition with perfectionism in performance. Voss also explores the concept of flow state as a key to enhancing performance and even healing, sharing insights from his experiences and observations in both negotiation and sports. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the concept of 'chatter', the internal dialogue we all experience, and how it influences...
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Why Top Athletes Really Leave Sports To Start Businesses - Kane Sivesind
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
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The Voice Coach Who Unlocks Human Potential: You’re capable of more than you believe.
The Coaches Room with Coach Kav
In this powerful conversation, renowned voice coach Per Bristow shares his journey from being a violin prodigy to becoming one of the most sought-after performance and vocal coaches in the world. Together, we explore how the voice is more than sound — it’s a reflection of our inner state, fears, healing, and growth. From the tension of nervousness on stage to the emotional breakthroughs of vocal freedom, this episode dives deep into the transformational power of voice work, self-awareness, and coaching. You’ll learn why vulnerability is essential to performance, how fear can fuel growth,...
info_outlineIn this episode, the speaker shares a powerful story of their journey from a challenging personal and professional start to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Starting with humble beginnings in New York, they were faced with the challenge of funding their own education while navigating through a tough job market. With a determined mindset and a willingness to grind, they took on multiple jobs, including waiting tables, while attending college and building connections.
After facing an impasse in their job search, they took a bold step by applying to a tech startup. The initial interview process was not smooth, but their persistence and willingness to learn caught the attention of the company's leadership. They got their first opportunity in a fast-paced environment and began learning from scratch, developing expertise in the digital strategy field. Through the speaker's hustle and focus, they grew their skills in SEO, content creation, link-building, and user experience.
The speaker later co-founded an agency that helped businesses not just with rankings, but with comprehensive SEO strategies including content, technicals, and conversions. They discuss the evolution of SEO and digital marketing practices and how their agency adapted to meet the industry's growing needs. By focusing on holistic digital strategies and leveraging technology and AI tools, they streamlined workflows, improved team efficiency, and delivered better results for clients.
The episode also touches on the importance of adapting to market changes, identifying what clients truly care about (bottom-line results), and the importance of building a team and the right tools to scale. A strong emphasis is placed on the mindset of an entrepreneur, continuous learning, and taking action.
Description for socials:
They started with nothing, just grit, late nights, and rejection.
No clear path, just a hunger to learn and a refusal to quit.
From waiting tables to building a successful agency, it wasn’t luck, it was persistence.
You don’t need all the answers.
You just need to keep going.
Tag someone who needs this today.
⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 - The Journey Begins: From College to Career
03:00 - The Evolution of SEO: Challenges and Triumphs
05:47 -Building a Business: The Importance of Strategy
08:44 - The Power of SEO: Transforming Small Businesses
11:47 - Learning and Growth: The Role of Obsession
14:54 - Navigating the SEO Landscape: Trends and Insights
17:50 - The Future of SEO: Adapting to Change
28:33 - The Four Pillars of SEO
30:46 - Building a Million Dollar Brand
34:32 - The Importance of Data in Marketing
37:39 - The Birth of Search Atlas
39:20 - AI and Human Collaboration
42:41 - Scaling with Technology
46:09 - Choosing the Right Clients
49:00 - Supporting Local Businesses
50:50 - The Future of SEO and AI
56:31 - Iterating for Success
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