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We cover the most common challenges in the fitness industry to help you overcome them and GSD! This podcast is also available in high-def video and audio only formats. -- Watch the show: https://www.youtube.com/@Loud-Rumor Read the show: https://www.thegsdshow.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boom.loudrumor/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/loudrumor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor
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Pat Rigsby is a serial entrepreneur and business coach helping others build their Ideal Business. The Fitness Business School is here to share stories of successful entrepreneurs who have built successful, lifestyle friendly businesses and teach you to do the same. Find out more at www.PatRigsby.com
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Forget becoming an influencer. This podcast is for people searching for a simpler way to make more money, help more people, and have more freedom. No matter who you are and no matter what you sell, your customer is a human. And yet, marketing these days feels so (in)human. Filled with frameworks, entertaining stories, and admittedly bad-Dad jokes, The Obvious Choice is a much-needed recalibration and, at times, a refreshing slap for a business generation that’s lost its way. New episodes shi ...
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The Platinum Edge podcast is for entrepreneurs developing a home business through social media marketing. Christine Dwyer is the founder of the Team Platinum Presenters organization within the Team Beachbody Coaching Opportunity. The Platinum Edge is additionally a yearly conference hosted by Christine & John Dwyer. For more information go to http://www.platinumpresenters.com
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The scariest part about raising prices is imagining the catastrophic client backlash we assume will happen. Will some clients be upset? Yes, but that doesn't mean it wasn't a good decision to raise your prices. When your business grows, it doesn't mean all of your clients grow with you Why losing clients isn't a bad thing Why raising your prices ma…
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For Pat's Free Bundle of Best Selling Books: https://patrigsby.com/podgift/ ----- Want a surge of new clients and revenue over the next 6 Weeks with ZERO FEE and no obligation to continue? If you’re a current business owner who wants to add 50K or more in annual revenue over the next 12 month, you can Test Drive our coaching program for 6 Weeks wit…
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In this episode, Griff Long, Brand President of Upgrade Labs, discusses the concept of sales quadrants, which are based on behavior styles. He explains that understanding someone else's behavior style allows for better communication and connection. The four behavior styles are formal, informal, dominant, and easygoing. Griff provides insights into …
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When things are going well, you can start to worry about what could go wrong and what to do next. Set yourself up so you're prepared and not worried. Add rocket fuel to your operations using the "take two weeks in two weeks" method Use old school tools to avoid putting all of your metaphorical eggs in one Meta basket How much effort you should put …
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Life can sometimes feel like a blur, with little space to enjoy, appreciate, or rest. In the little bit of time we manage to carve out, it's not as restful as we wish it were. You may not always be able to create more moments, but you can more more out of the moments you do have. How to make an entire country happier Designing pauses and rituals fo…
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Consistency is good for things like brushing your teeth and taking your vitamins, but not so much for big growth in the things you care about most. The twin gods of Accumulation and Accomplishment Modern inventions have ruined our natural seasonality The Grass is Greener Fallacy -- Jon's next book, The Obvious Choice, published by HarperCollins, is…
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In this episode, we explore the insightful 'time capsule' concept shared by Dean Jackson and its implications for long-term client acquisition. The host delves into the importance of consistent follow-up and engagement with potential clients who are not immediate buyers, emphasizing the value of nurturing relationships over time. This approach ensu…
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In this episode, our guest Michael Friedman from SupaFitGrow talks about...copywriting! Copywriting is becoming increasingly important in digital marketing. In the past, optimizing ads was the key to success, but now creativity and good copywriting are crucial. Many businesses struggle with copywriting because they don't understand their target aud…
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If you've read enough books, listened to enough podcasts, or followed enough influential people, you've probably heard that in order to become great at something, you first have to be willing to be really bad at it. But for many entrepreneurs and people in general, this is a tough concept to embrace. In this episode, we dive into how to understand …
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Creating content for social media can be a lot of fun - until it's not. You've always been told to "post consistently!" so how do you manage that when you feel burnt out on content? The not-so-secret sauce to consistent content The two types of content Where to focus most of you energy besides content -- Please dm Jon the word "mentor" at @itscoach…
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Whether you're just starting or trying to grow in a new space, how you approach networking is different than when you're established. It means you'll need to be the one to make things happen if you're going to move the needle. The three principles to building your network Finding an "in" to the person you want to get to know Telling the truth backw…
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In this episode, Pat reflects on his extensive experience coaching youth baseball and shares valuable life lessons applicable to both personal and professional settings. Key takeaways include the importance of understanding the broader context of people's lives, focusing on long-term goals beyond immediate outcomes, and emphasizing teamwork, effort…
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We can take it personally when a client decides to leave. Instead of wondering if you did something wrong or lighting the match to burn the bridge, try creating an offboarding experience that keeps you top of mind. Not being a Stage 5 Clinger when clients decide to leave How to turn a client leaving into a celebration (and into more clients) Creati…
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In this episode, siblings Teresa and Gerald Hodges share the powerful strategies that helped them cut their gym’s cancellations in half. Learn how this dynamic brother-sister duo transformed hesitant members into committed clients and drastically improved their retention rates. They reveal the key changes they implemented, their personalized approa…
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Most coaches feel understandably stressed about hiring the right setter. To make the role work, you'll need to know what traits make for a good setter, what systems to have in place, and what tools they'll need to succeed. Your setter can, and should, do more than set up calls Supporting your setter beyond typical business conversations Creating a …
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After publishing and selling books every way known to man - Jonathan has an insight or two on choosing whether to self-publish or traditionally publish your book. The difference in trust when you self-publish vs traditionally publishing your book Why you should self-publish even when traditional publishing is objectively better The best way to sell…
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In this episode, we sit down with Michael Friedman, co-founder of SupaFitGrow in Australia, to dive into the critical role of compelling offers in marketing success, especially for gyms. Michael shares insights on how his company has revolutionized lead generation for fitness centers by crafting tailored, high-value offers that resonate with specif…
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In this episode, Pat Rigsby discusses the importance of noticing opportunities around us and effectively leveraging them. He shares personal experiences from recent travels, highlighting how various entrepreneurs and business owners have turned simple ideas into profitable ventures. From a baseball tournament organizer in Panama City to the founder…
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Learning from successful people we admire is helpful, but we can also learn a lot from those who seem to have all of the right ingredients but are stuck at being mediocre. The fundamental principle that all successful business people understand How you handle an invite might be the predictor of how successful you are The hard question you need to a…
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This will without a doubt be the most important podcast episode you've ever heard us release here on the GSD show. It's arguably more important than any episode you've ever heard on any podcast show ever. Please make sure that you're in a quiet place and your volume is up. Enjoy the episode. GYM OWNERS Schedule your FREE strategy call with us today…
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You're great at what you do, but you need your ideal clients to notice you in order to turn them into paying clients. You can make it easier for them to find you by waving your geek flag and using it wisely. Finding your weird connetion with everyone you meet Four ways to generate leads with an interview-style podcast A fun, easy way to generate co…
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Most ventures in your life require a kernel of delusion to convince yourself that the thing you want is meant for you. To start taking steps to getting what you want and giving luck an opportunity to find you, start with your own "Summer of Yes". Upping the odds of getting your opportunity of a lifetime Preventing yourself from pinning your unreali…
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It can feel like in order to get attention on social media that you need to go shirtly or sexy. If that's the game you want to play - awesome! If not, there is another way. Deciding which game you want to play, are qualified to play, and feels good to you How not to be rich with likes but poor with dollars The reason why you're probably hating soci…
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This episode explores how seemingly insurmountable barriers can be broken in both athletics and business, using the story of Roger Bannister's four-minute mile as a metaphor. Pat gives his experience in transforming the fitness industry by pioneering the subscription billing model for personal training, and highlights stories of other entrepreneurs…
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In this episode, we dive into proven strategies for fitness studio and gym owners to improve their lead engagement and conversion rates. Our guest Benji Donhardt of SupaFitGrow shares insights on the power of follow-up, emphasizing the importance of using open-ended questions to understand potential clients' goals and challenges. We also explore th…
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I recently had a conversation with a gym owner who was faced with a decision that could have taken her business to the next level, faster and easier than ever before. Despite the clear benefits, she was hesitant to move forward. As we dug deeper, we both realized there was a common reason behind her reluctance—one that might be holding you back, to…
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How much time have you spent trying to get into that room with those people? Instead of trying to swing an invite to that room, create the room the people you want to meet want to be in. Laying the groundwork to ask for a big favor from someone you admire Forge connections by creating your own "Bibles and Biceps" The one thing that separates succes…
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In this episode, we sit down with Lanie Brazell, owner of Club Pilates in Auburn, Alabama, to explore her journey of scaling back from three studios to one, resulting in increased profitability and a significant improvement in work-life balance. Lanie shares how focusing on simplicity, streamlining operations, and building a strong, well-trained te…
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What drives success is rarely what we see people share. It's not social media or even most conventional wisdom, but relentless focus and staying in your lane. Why the businesses with the biggest exits have had very little social media Admitting a fault can bring in more business A world-class product doesn't need world class practitioners -- Jon's …
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The key to sales isn't being clever or persuading someone to buy - it's curiosity. The mindset shifts that make sales calls feel less icky and more productive 10 Sales 101 and 6 Sales 202 questions you can pull from to peel back the onion The 2-second trick to let clients talk themselves into a sale -- Jon's next book, The Obvious Choice, published…
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In today's episode, Pat Rigsby shares the two critical strategies that can propel business owners in the fitness, sports performance, and health industries to a revenue goal of $250,000 a year. Drawing from over 20 years of experience coaching business owners, he highlights the importance of a consistent system and a monthly marketing plan. Learn h…
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In this episode, we explore the single most important variable that can drive anyone to success. After working with nearly 4,000 businesses, I've identified patterns that separate those who achieve success quickly and efficiently from those who struggle. Today, we're discussing the number one factor that consistently stands out across all successfu…
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Running a business when you have kids means you're always flip flopping between feeling guilty about not working on your business or not being present with your kids. It's a tough line to walk, but you can find a way to make it work. Implementing an AMRAP mentality with your family and using the 3 Column Method to manage your business The Life Sequ…
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In this episode, the discussion centers around the critical importance of building a strong brand for gym success. Benji Donhardt, co-founder of SupaFitGrow, emphasizes that branding goes beyond logos and colors—it's about understanding your mission, vision, and audience. The conversation delves into defining a gym’s identity, crafting a compelling…
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Do you ever feel like you aren't reaching your full potential and that you're meant to do more? You're not alone and you don't have to stay stuck dreaming of what could be. Toxic humility and how it's impacting your ability to sell Giving up your People Pleaser's membership card You shouldn't start with "why" and where to start instead See how Todd…
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The things we love to talk about aren't always the same things our ideal clients want to hear. You can get them to care, but you'll need to earn their attention first. Escaping FOMO when the social world you exist in makes you feel left out, even when it's not what you want The disconnect between the big ideas you want to talk about and your client…
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For Pat's Free Bundle of Best Selling Books: https://patrigsby.com/podgift/ ----- Want a surge of new clients and revenue over the next 6 Weeks with ZERO FEE and no obligation to continue? If you’re a current business owner who wants to add 50K or more in annual revenue over the next 12 month, you can Test Drive our coaching program for 6 Weeks wit…
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