E066 - 27 Years of Brutally Honest Advice for Young People in 90 Minutes | Andy Elliott

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Joining me today for an unfiltered conversation about transformation, sales mastery, and leadership is Andy Elliot, a powerhouse entrepreneur who built a 9-figure business empire after starting from nothing. Beginning his journey as a car salesman at 18, Andy shattered industry records and managed to scale to over $1 million annually before revolutionising the sales training industry with his tough-love approach to coaching.
In this episode, Andy takes us through his journey from a troubled upbringing to becoming one of the most influential voices in personal development. He opens up about the psychological triggers that drive real change, his philosophy on physical fitness as a foundation for success, and why maintaining high standards in every area of life is non-negotiable.
His no-nonsense approach to transformation and success makes this conversation a must-listen for anyone committed to reaching their full potential.
00:00 Introduction to Andy Elliott
01:02 Early life, career start, and learning leadership
07:02 Struggles with self-image and pivotal moment with wife
13:02 Commitment to change and setting new intentions
16:56 Helping others and integrating faith with leadership
19:06 Fitness as a foundation for personal growth
20:28 Building a business vs. building a body
22:04 Breaking free from limiting beliefs
24:05 Influence, role models, and power of choice
28:02 Shifting content to inspire change
32:28 Discipline and challenges in seminars
40:12 Using pain and criticism as motivators
47:06 Importance of tough coaching and driven peers
54:08 Communication skills and ethics in sales
56:28 Advice for personal trainers on branding
1:05:26 Teaching standards: theory vs. application
1:08:51 Client acquisition via social media
1:12:04 Tough coaching and managing online interactions
1:16:43 Training style misconceptions and relationships
1:19:52 Work-family balance and partner support
1:22:03 Future vision and company goals
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