581. Bridging The Mentorship Gap In The Fitness And Wellness Industry (Featuring Debbie Bellenger)

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This discussion features an in-depth conversation on the importance of mentorship in the fitness and wellness industry highlighting the post-pandemic challenges such as the shortage of personal trainers and fitness instructors Debbie Bellinger a wellness industry professional shares her journey emphasizing the critical role of mentoring new entrants and providing career guidance especially in the evolving landscape of fitness professions The dialogue also touches on the struggles of the younger generation entering the workforce the necessity of human connection in a tech-saturated world and the potential of mentorship programs to offer support reduce professional loneliness and foster community within the industry Moreover the conversation delves into practical aspects of mentorship including navigating career changes entrepreneurship within fitness and the broader implications of mentorship on industry standards and professional longevity Debbie 39 s Links www debbiebellenger com Darian 39 s Links www doctordarianparker com Intro Music by Wordsmith www wordsmithmusic com Time Stamps 00 21 The Power and Importance of Mentorship in the Fitness Industry 01 33 Challenges and Solutions in the Post-Pandemic Fitness Landscape 02 37 Expanding Career Pathways and Embracing Change 12 02 Addressing the Loneliness Epidemic Through Mentorship 15 17 The Role of Technology in Fostering Connections 16 28 Navigating the Shifts in Social Skills and Connection 19 45 Empowering the Next Generation Through Mentorship 31 30 The Future of Fitness Opportunities and Challenges 41 53 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect — Send in a voice message https podcasters spotify com pod show darian-parker messageClick here to visit this podcast episode