In this episode of Founders Future, with host Jae Encarnacion, we sit down with Nick Phillips, founder of Adapt Digital, to explore his transition from personal training to building a thriving coaching and consulting business. With deep roots in the fitness industry and a viral TikTok presence dating back to 2018, Nick shares how he leveraged social media to carve out his niche—helping personal trainers scale their businesses by booking 30+ appointments in 90 days. He dives into his hands-on coaching approach, the challenges of solopreneurship, and why he’s doubling down on LinkedIn as the future of personal branding and lead generation.

Nick also opens up about his vision for scaling beyond one-on-one coaching, including his work with startups and apps to optimize their social media strategies. He emphasizes the power of consistency, authenticity, and analytics in content creation, while offering candid advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: "Just go out and do it—there’s no set path." From outbound DM strategies to the role of AI in streamlining operations, Nick’s insights reveal how he’s future-proofing his business in an ever-evolving digital landscape.