A content series we at ABC Gym have developed to help you with your health, fitness, your training. We will give you an insight into what we do, why we do it, and the people involved. We currently have four ABC Gym locations in Lucan, Clane, Trim and The Crossings, Adamstown. You can follow us on Instagram for more updates @ABCGym.ie
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For gym owners, by gym owners. Hosted by Dave Thomas and Bryan Pritz of Performance360, these two lifelong friends and business partners candidly share how they’ve grown their gym from a single old outdoor boatyard to three locations and annual revenue of $1.2 million over the last decade. Completely independent and unfranchised, Dave and Bryan usher you behind the curtain of their operations and discuss strategies, ideas, successes, and failures that have enabled them to stand out in San Di ...
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I host a radio show on ABC News Radio on mastering the art of entrepreneurship. Each week I interview top entrepreneurs and discuss their journeys and the lessons that you can learn to fast track your growth. On this show TMTTTWT I just share my tips and stories while driving home from the gym.
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The Society Pod is a podcast for entrepreneurs, marketers and leaders, hosted by Jessica Yarmey. Jessica has spent the last 25 years promoting and protecting global franchise brands such as Gold’s Gym and Club Pilates. In 2020, she shifted her focus from driving demand for franchised brands to building brands. She built her first fitness franchise, KickHouse, from 0 to 30 locations before exiting to Mayweather Boxing + Fitness in 2022. Currently, Jessica is launching a brand new fitness conc ...
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Scaling a Fitness Franchise: The Alpha Fit Club Story With Founder Sam Tooley
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44:06Sam Tooley, CEO and co-founder of Alpha Fit Club, has spent the last few years quietly building a fitness empire centered around community and brand. At the center of the ecosystem is Sam himself as well as the fast growing fitness franchise, Alpha Fit Club. In this conversation, he shares his journey in the fitness industry, discussing the vision …
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Unlocking the Power of Human-Centric Marketing with Corrales Cachola of Brand New Voices
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33:28Corrales Cachola is a strategic consultant and marketer, helping brands bring human-centric marketing and storytelling to life for their organizations. In this conversation, we discuss how to uncover core brand stories, the significance of deep values in branding, and the evolution of Corrales' company, Brand New Voices. He discusses the essence of…
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The ABC Athlete Journey: Your First 30 Days, A Typical Session, Longevity, Cardio and More
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54:46In this episode, Noel, Niamh, and Seán discuss the upcoming ABC Games, participating Hyrox events, what a typical session and your first 30 days at ABC look like, and much more. Noel shares his recent experiences at the Hybrid Series in Athlone with some members of ABC Trim, highlighting the improvements Helen and he made in the doubles event compa…
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Fueling Creativity & Pursuing Multidisciplinary Passions with Matt Zeigler
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47:45Matt Zeigler is a true Renaissance man, working as a managing director at Sunpointe Investments while also pursuing creative side projects in his free time. Our conversation focuses on curiosity fueling creativity and then creativity fueling unique perspectives in the traditionally uncreative environment of finance. We explore themes of introversio…
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Highs & Lows After a Big Event, Managing Stress, Strength Training for Injuries & Athletes, ABC Vision and More
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1:00:37In this episode of the 'All Things ABC Podcast,' hosts Noel, Niamh, and Seán discuss a wide range of topics, from the fallout from our fundraising for the Irish Cancer Society to ABC's future plans. The conversation also delves into sports performance, the importance of strength training, and the progressive vision for the gym industry with insight…
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From Personal Trainer to Fitness Industry Expert: Melissa Knowles of ABC Fitness
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39:53In this episode of The SocietyPod, Melissa Knowles shares her career journey through the fitness industry, discussing the evolution of fitness trends, the impact of technology and AI, and the importance of personal wellness. As the Vice President of Global Key Accounts at ABC Fitness, she reflects on her leadership style, emphasizing vulnerability …
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The Balancing Act Between Skepticism & Belief: An Exercise in Mindset
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28:40I’ve been in a funk. Unfortunately, I know exactly why. In today’s episode, I unpack the issue that I’ve been working through lately of trying to stay balanced between skepticism & belief. While I normally skew a little skeptical, negativity has recently expanded and it’s impacted everything. Including my skin. LOL! Let's all learn from my current …
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The New Dream Team in Fitness: Matt Burruss & Spencer Panchik of XPODIUM
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29:35In this fitness-focused episode of SocietyPod, I host Matt Burruss and Spencer Panchik, who are introducing XPODIUM to the US and Canada. They discuss their backgrounds in fitness, the vision behind XPODIUM as a lifestyle brand rather than just an equipment company, and the evolving landscape of the fitness industry. Our conversation highlights the…
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Battle Cancer Founder Scott Britton Interview
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44:17In this episode of the All Things ABC podcast, Noel interviews Scott Britton (@scottbrits on Instagram), the founder of Battle Cancer. Scott shares his compelling journey from a turbulent childhood to creating a global movement that has raised over £8 million for cancer charities. Discussing his diverse athletic feats, from powerlifting to Ironman …
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The Evolution of Fitness & Personal Training with Raphael Konforti of 24 Hour Fitness
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42:08With an entire career built in the fitness industry, Raphael Konforti knows how to drive revenue for facilities and results for members. As Senior Director of Fitness, Business and Operations at 24 Hour Fitness, he has a front row seat to the fast-evolving personal training space. We discuss the legacy of 24 Hour Fitness, the importance of trainer …
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Empowerment Through Community: Behind the Scenes at ABC Gym
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1:15:15In this episode of the All Things ABC podcast, Niamh, Noel & Seán reflect the recent Battle Cancer Training Day and Live Better events, look forward to our fundraising night in aid of the Irish Cancer Society and discuss the importance of creating a supportive gym environment through empowerment. They also share personal stories (including why Noel…
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The Magic of the Fastest Growing Fitness Franchise w Kamille McCollum, President of BODYBAR Pilates
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33:48The top fitness concept on the Inc 5000 (ranked #276) BODYBAR Pilates is on a hyper growth track. In this episode, I connect with Kamille McCollum, President and Chief Brand Officer of BODYBAR on what makes her concept unique among other Pilates concepts and franchises. We discuss the evolution of Pilates, the unique approach of BODYBAR, the import…
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Protecting the Wellbeing of Young Athletes with Players Health Founder & CEO Tyrre Burks
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39:54Tyrre Bucks is a professional athlete who turned his passion for athletics into Players Health, a company dedicated to creating safe spaces for athletes. With $60million raised in a recent series C fund-raise, Players Health is poised for another year of fast growth. In this conversation, Tyrre shares his journey from being a professional athlete t…
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Our New Classes & Are We Now A Hyrox Gym?
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35:42In this week's All Things ABC Podcast, Noel, Niamh, and Seán continue their conversation from the first episode and talk about the new classes on our timetable to complement the ABC Small Group PT sessions. 03:21 Accountability, Class Benefits and Variety 06:43 Balance 2.0 11:48 Conditioning Club and MyZone Heart Rate Zones 17:52 Hyrox Classes and …
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Alternative Wealth Strategies For Everyday Investors With Kelly Ann Winget
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38:44Kelly Ann Winget is a wizard when it comes to democratizing investment information. She has a brilliant way of making complex topics clear and making the scary world of alternative investments less scary! In this episode, we discuss the importance of financial literacy, the challenges faced by female founders in securing investment, and the need fo…
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Season 2: 50k in 50 Days Challenge for the Irish Cancer Society
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44:01In the season two premiere of the All Things ABC Podcast, hosts Seán, Noel, and Niamh discuss their ambitious goals for 2025, including a 50,000 euro in 50 days challenge to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. They share personal stories about their experiences with cancer and outline the importance of community and teamwork. The episode touc…
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Unlocking Longevity & Health Optimization with Humanaut Health CEO, Jim Donnelly
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39:07Less than a year and a half after exiting his hyper wellness franchise, Restore, Jim Donnelly has launched his latest health optimization project: Humanaut Health. In this episode, Jim emphasizes the importance of expert guidance and support in achieving health goals and the need for a comprehensive approach to health that goes beyond traditional m…
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Private Equity + Franchising = "Big Money in Franchising" with Alicia Miller of Emergent Growth Advisors
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31:07Alicia Miller literally wrote the book on Private Equity and franchising: Big Money in Franchising (linked below). We discuss the intersection of these two fields, the importance of unit level economics for franchisors, and the current trends in franchising. Alicia shares insights from her book on preparing for private equity deals, the challenges …
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Growing consumer brands across fitness, wellness and beauty verticals with Becky Cerroni of GoSaga
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26:08Becky Cerroni has been a founder, CEO and advisor in the fitness space for the last 10 years. She currently serves as the President & COO of GoSaga, which is a conglomerate of health, fitness & beauty brands. We discuss the evolution of the fitness industry, the impact of COVID-19, and the future of wellness and recovery. Becky shares insights on c…
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Fitness Industry Look Back & 2025 Predictions with Sweatworks founder & CEO Mohammed Iqbal
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35:06If you work in the fitness industry, this is a must-listen episode! Mohammed Iqbal has shared his tech prowess with the fitness industry for the past 13 years. He is the founder and CEO of Sweatworks, a digital agency offering innovation and solutions in artificial intelligence, hardware, software, wearables and apps. In this conversation, Iqbal sh…
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The State of the Wellness Industry: With Rachel Hirsch of Wellness Growth Ventures
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26:25Rachel Hirsch, founder and managing partner of Wellness Growth Ventures, lives and breathes the wellness sector. Her well-rounded experience in the health & wellness industry makes her uniquely qualified to guide fund-raising efforts in the space. Rachel's work currently resides at the intersection of finance, fitness, and female health. She shares…
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Trail-blazing A Path To Longevity with proof3 Founder & Fitness Industry Investor, Jim Crowell
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41:42This episode is a conversation with Jim Crowell, co-founder of proof3 and Co-Founder of The SageHouse, a holding company that offers funding and advisory support to early stage brands in the fitness and wellness space. proof3 is a fitness and wellness concept focused on strength and longevity. Jim discusses the core offerings of proof3, which inclu…
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Growing goGLOW with Grit & Grace: Tori Johnston shares learnings from her 1st 100 days as President
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38:16In this episode of The SocietyPod, Tori Johnston talks about her new role as President of goGLOW, a beauty brand specializing in spray tanning. Tori shares her journey from fitness and wellness to beauty, discussing her experiences in franchising, product strategy, and customer engagement. We also discuss the challenges of leadership during COVID-1…
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Driving operational excellence inside the guardrails of core values: J.J. Creegan, COO of OTF
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33:29J.J. Creegan is a legend in the fitness industry. Not just because he's spent his whole career working with big box brands and now Orange Theory Fitness, but because he drives culture while driving revenue. In this episode, we talk about opportunities for the fitness industry to meet members where they are and exceed expectations while remaining tr…
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ABC Blaze Sessions, Conditioning and Preparing for Hyrox Dublin 2024
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40:41In this episode of the All Things ABC podcast, host Seán welcomes Roisin and Niamh, the masterminds behind the ABC Blaze sessions and accomplished athletes in their own right! They discuss their Blaze programming and how it complements the ABC Athlete sessions and gets you running outside the gym. Roisin and Niamh also share their experience and ti…
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Unlocking The Next Level 🗝️ My Current Personal Development Project
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19:23"In order to have what you really want, you must first be who you really are." - Tim Grover This quote hit me so hard as I listened to it, I had to stop the audio book and record a voice memo with some initial thoughts for me to come back to. My thinking kept on swirling down this rabbit hole, so much so that I figured I would put the maze together…
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Strategies for Sustainable Fat Loss, Fitness, and Health Join us in this comprehensive episode where we dive deep into All Things Nutrition with a particular focus on sustainable fat loss, muscle building, and overall health with Jamie & Niamh. We explore the Live Better program, emphasising practical tips for beginners, the significance of essenti…
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Operationalizing Multi-Unit Franchise Systems with Matt Goebel, Founder of Woven
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37:37When you're a serial entrepreneur, you can take the skills you've built and apply them to different industries. Matt Goebel, a serial entrepreneur and founder of multiple technology-enabled companies, discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and his current venture, Woven, a platform that helps unify multi-unit franchise frontline systems. He share…
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The Evolution of the Fitness Industry with Brian Von Ancken of the Wellness Growth Mastermind
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35:35Brian Von Ancken, founder of the Wellness Growth Mastermind, discusses his career spanning all edges of the fitness industry (with Tough Mudder, Barry's & Othership) and the evolving landscape of wellness. He emphasizes the importance of holistic wellness, including physical, mental, and social well-being. Von Ancken highlights the need for fitness…
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Systematizing a dog training franchise for long term success w Ryan Wimpey, Tip Top K9 Dog Training
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36:29Ryan Wimpey, founder of Tip Top K9 Dog Training, shares his journey in dog training and franchising. He discusses the importance of passion in entrepreneurship, the support systems in place for franchise owners, and the significance of branding and marketing in a competitive landscape. Ryan highlights success stories of franchisees, the challenges …
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Entrepreneurship, partnership & leadership: a conversation w SizzleSociety co-founder Samantha Salas
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46:43Sam and I launched SizzleSociety in the fall of 2023. They say you're supposed to find partners with opposite functional backgrounds. File that as the first rule we break in agency life. While we both have a background in marketing, Sam's superpowers are completely different than mine. She is our team mom, guided by intuition, empathy, love and lig…
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How to be a Master Networker with the Queen of Fitness Industry Connections: Crystal Wheeler
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38:43Crystal Wheeler is the most well-connected person in the fitness industry! She knows EVERYONE. But it didn't happen overnight. Listen in as the Director of Operations at Athletech News discusses her career in the fitness industry and her superpower of relationship building. She shares her journey from being a participant in fitness to working in th…
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Coaching Franchisees on 4-Wall Financials & Profitability: w Jessica Thornton of European Wax Center
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36:25In this conversation, Jessica Thornton, a senior financial analyst at European WAC Center, shares her experience in the franchising world. We discuss topics such as the challenges and benefits of franchising, the differences between restaurant and beauty franchises, and the importance of supporting franchisees. We also discuss the role of women in …
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Balancing Work & Mindfulness in Entrepreneurship & Franchising: Andrew Lachlan of Sauna House
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46:34Andrew Lachlan, founder of Sauna House, shares all of the insider information about his fast-growing franchise (recently ranked #838 on the Inc 5000 list: https://www.inc.com/inc5000/2024). He also shares his mindset hacks as a fast-moving entrepreneur. He discusses the benefits of contrast therapy and the importance of community and connection in …
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Leading with value to build relationships & businesses: with Jeff Fenster of everbowl
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44:08Jeff Fenster is the founder & CEO of the popular acai bowl franchise, everbowl. To support the growth of his franchise, he launched a construction arm of his eco-system called WeBuild. He also runs an import business to keep everbowl costs down. Additionally, he is a best-selling author, podcast host and expert in relationship capital. His entrepre…
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Lessons from the trenches of entrepreneurship: with serial entrepreneur, Nick Berry
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1:17:53This conversation with serial entrepreneur, Nick Berry, reviews all aspects of entrepreneurship: the highs, the lows and the need for an unflappable mindset. With over 30 businesses formed, Nick shares lessons from the trenches of entrepreneurship. We also discuss the importance of mentorship for the next generations of entrepreneurs. There is a va…
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Building a career in the fitness industry: A Conversation with Jessica Byrne
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31:02This is a special Q&A Day conversation between two Jessica's who played soccer together over 20 years ago! Jessica Byrne discusses her desire to pursue fitness modeling and the challenges she faces in breaking into the industry. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and finding the right content creation method, leaning towards writing as h…
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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Aligning Heart, Mind & Vision with Katharine Campbell Hirst
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49:52Katharine Campbell Hirst, an entrepreneur, strategist, and coach, discusses her work with women entrepreneurs and the importance of aligning heart, mind, and vision in business. She shares her journey from working in strategy consulting to running a startup and working for Tory Burch. Katharine also introduces her current project, The Baubo Project…
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How ABC is Intertwined with GAA and All Ireland Predictions
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33:13This week, on the All Things ABC Podcast, Noel, Ciaran, Conor, and Ross discuss how ABC is intertwined with GAA and their own backgrounds in GAA. Noel talks about how his background in GAA played a role in launching ABC. Ciaran mentions how he pretty much grew up with a hurl in his hand and working with the Tipperary Camogie team. Conor and Ross ta…
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Breaking down the opportunities for growth in the fitness industry: Matt Wright of Healthtrax
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54:12Matt Wright, Vice President of Growth and Development at Healthtrax Fitness and Wellness, breaks down trends in the fitness industry and how leaders in the space need to adapt. We talk about his fitness program, Earn Your Stripes, and the importance of motivation and accountability in the boutique fitness space. Matt shares his insights on bridging…
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This 22yr old entrepreneur is on her 3rd start-up, fueled by making a difference for the next generation
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55:18Mona Sinha is on her 3rd start-up as a 22 year old entrepreneur. She started her first business at the age of 11, creating and selling dog accessories. She learned to figure things out as she went along and embraced the mindset of taking action and iterating. Mona's entrepreneurial endeavors continued throughout high school and college, where she m…
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Lessons from serial, successful entrepreneur & lifelong learner, Joe Chura, President of Go Brewing
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44:32Joe Chura, the president and founder of Go Brewing, shares his journey from working on the assembly line at Ford to diving into entrepreneurship with Dealer Inspire and Launching Digital Marketing. He shares the challenges he faced, including back surgery and cash flow issues, and how he overcame them. Joe also explains the creation of two separate…
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Why MyZone, The Benefits of Training in Different Heart Rate Zones and the MyZone Challenge
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15:40On this episode of the All Things ABC Podcast, Niamh is joined by Bradley and Phil to discuss why we use MyZone in ABC Gym. As well as the benefits of training in different zones, how important it is to monitor recovery and the upcoming MyZone ChallengeBy ABC Gym
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Kat Zander: Building a business on a foundation of resilience, authenticity, empathy & hope
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55:38Kat Zander is a marketing expert turned entrepreneur and consultant. This conversation weaves through resilience, personal growth, being a woman in a male dominated industry and being a working mom. After surviving a brain hemorrhage and facing significant cognitive challenges, Kat experienced the difficulty of being misunderstood and not seen for …
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High performance humans in athletics and entrepreneurship w Colette Beyer, founder of DRIVEN HUMAN
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1:05:16In this conversation, Colette Beyer & I discuss the overlap between high-performance athletics and high-performance executives. We explore topics such as mindset, athletics, parenting, and entrepreneurship. And we also delve into the traits and characteristics of driven individuals and the importance of finding a passion to channel one's intensity.…
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A Breakdown of the new ABC Large Group Classes
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22:28Get ready for an exciting start to our new large group classes this week! We've prepared a special podcast episode that delves more into the classes and what to expect. On the podcast this week, we have: - Niamh, who, along with Roisin, programmed the ABC Blaze Sessions - Bradley, who is the head of ABC Box & Build - Ciaran, who worked with Conor i…
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Timeline of ABC Part 4/4: How Roisin joined ABC and mistakes Noel made in the early years
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24:35In our final part of this mini-series, Roisin talks about what led to her joining ABC after originally being a member of ABC Clane and the influences she had when she started that helped her grow as a coach. Noel also talks about the mistakes he made in the early days of ABC and how it has evolved into small group PT.…
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Getting your mindset right to play the game of entrepreneurship with Kevin Oldham
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54:21In this conversation, I chat with Kevin Oldham about his current focus on building an entrepreneurial ecosystem and his new venture called VUCA fit, which aims to help entrepreneurs improve their mental health and overall well-being. We discuss the significance of mindset in entrepreneurship and the importance of having a supportive network. Kevin …
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Timeline of ABC Part 3/4: Niamh's ABC Journey from Internship to Management
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7:08In part 3 of 4 of our mini ABC Timeline series, Niamh talks about getting into coaching and how her career led her to apply for an internship at ABC Gym. Having worked in Lucan and Clane and now managing Trim, Niamh talks about if there are any differences. Maybe her arm is twisted to pick a favourite gym?…
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Timeline of ABC Part 2/4: Enda changing careers and joining ABC
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10:57Now an integral part of ABC Gym, it's hard to imagine that Enda didn't start out his career in the fitness industry. In this episode, Enda talks about what led to joining ABC, getting his coaching in Setanta, coaching hockey teams, and moreBy ABC Gym
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