352) Sean McCarthy - Turning My Setback into My Dream Life

Mar 8, 2026

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Today’s conversation is with Sean McCarthy.

Sean is a fitness coach, content creator, and the owner of Alto Coaching.

His journey into the industry didn’t come from a polished plan.

It came after a fight on a night out in February 2023.

What could have been just another negative story became the catalyst for a complete shift in direction. Since then, Sean has left joinery, built a coaching business, grown a strong presence on TikTok, competed in bodybuilding, spoken openly about ADHD, and recently made the move to Dubai.

This is a conversation about turning setbacks into structure, building confidence through action, and taking calculated risks when you feel the pull to change your life.

Expect to learn:

Why challenging moments often create the biggest growth
Why he explored property courses, dropshipping and investing before settling on coaching
Why TikTok was his first platform and how it accelerated his growth
The moment he knew he could quit his joinery job
What mentorship and business support helped him transition
How ADHD influences his content, learning style and coaching approach
How Sean works on his own style focus and productivity
The reality of moving to Dubai including the hidden setup costs
Sean’s advice on finding real friendships & connections
What he’s learned about independence and being alone
The goals for Alto Coaching
What success looks and feels like by 2030

I loved hosting Sean on the show, having spoken online over the years I feel this is a real look into his life, story and mindset. Hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed having the conversation. Please share to your Insta story and tag us at the handles below.

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