Best Shay Kostabi Podcasts (2024)

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Nick Melnyk: The Road To Studio Ownership, Instagram vs Real Life, & The Power of Walking Away From What’s Not Meant For You 1:29:23

1M ago1:29:23

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO OUR DMs: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ https://www.instagram.com/costello_maria_/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! He grew up in the Queen City and is a self proclaimed theater nerd but not the kind you might think. Nic…

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Shay Kostabi: Core Values, Fine Tuning The Dials Of Your Frequency & Fitness Career Mastery 1:47:07

1M ago1:47:07

1:47:07

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO OUR DMs: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ https://www.instagram.com/costello_maria_/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! She is a creator, connector, educator, and guide. Shay Kostabi is the Co-Founder of Fitness Career Maste…

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Joey Foley: Building Pedal House, PowerPass & Not Being Afraid To Be Cancelled 1:16:21

2M ago1:16:21

1:16:21

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO OUR DMs: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ https://www.instagram.com/costello_maria_/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! At the age of 17 he was on his own as a D1 Athlete at the University of Pittsburgh, when a back injury h…

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Bryan Myers: The Magic Of Every FitPro, Rocket Science & Being The President & CEO For [solidcore] 1:12:21

3M ago1:12:21

1:12:21

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO OUR DMs: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ https://www.instagram.com/costello_maria_/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! He is a Virginia native from a military family who used to buy candy in bulk to resell for a profit. Bry…

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Dr. Emily Jane Gibson: Being A Woman In Sports Medicine, Becoming A FitPro & The Fusion Of Health, Wellness & Fitness 1:11:24

3M ago1:11:24

1:11:24

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO MY DMs: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ https://www.instagram.com/costello_maria_/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps me so much when you do! She was born with bilateral congenital talipes equinovarus (commonly known as club feet) but now spends h…

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FCM210: Revolutionizing Your Studio: The Transformative Power of Strategic Instructor Reviews 37:04

3M ago37:04

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Whether you're new to conducting formal and informal evaluations or looking to refine your current process, this episode is packed with insights. We discuss performance reviews' important role in enhancing your business and team dynamics. Learn from common mistakes and adopt best practices for effective feedback. From improving instructor performan…

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Nick LoCicero: A Decade Of All Outs At Orange Theory & Leveling Up Your Coaching & Business Skills 1:00:55

5M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO OUR DMs: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ https://www.instagram.com/costello_maria_/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! In 2014 he began his Orange Theory Fitness career at the studio in Northport Long Island. Nick LoCicero …

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FCM209: Soulful Strategies: The Revolution in Fitness Marketing You Need 32:39

4M ago32:39

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In this episode, we turn the traditional fitness marketing playbook on its head. If you're like most fitness professionals we speak to, you may not know exactly who your ideal client is or how to market to them in a way that communicates your value, or you have an idea of how you want to portray yourself to your people, but don't know for certain i…

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Patrick Young: Life After Your Studio Closes & The Importance Of Connection Through Shared Experience 1:08:44

5M ago1:08:44

1:08:44

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO OUR DMs: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ https://www.instagram.com/costello_maria_/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! He is a fiery Aries who loves numbers but also has found the joy of movement. Thanksgiving 2017 Patrick …

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FCM208: How To Sell Out Your Classes & Become A Sought-After Experience 35:38

5M ago35:38

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Unlock the secrets to transforming your fitness classes into must-attend events with this enlightening podcast episode. We dive into innovative strategies that go beyond traditional fitness classes, focusing on creating a unique and immersive experience for participants. Discover how to captivate and retain a broader audience by incorporating creat…

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FCM207: From Chaos To Consistency: Why Structured Programming is Essential for Studios & Instructors 44:33

6M ago44:33

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In this eye-opening episode, we delve into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of group fitness success: the power of standardized programming in fitness studios. Join us as we explore why allowing instructors to freestyle their classes is a misstep for boutique studio owners, and how implementing structured, templated programming can revolutioni…

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FCM206: The Power of MVC: The Path to Addictive Fitness Classes 37:23

7M ago37:23

37:23

Get ready to dive deep into the art and science of creating fitness experiences that keep clients coming back for more! In this episode, Shay, our seasoned experience designer, peels back the curtain on the number one challenge studio owners face - inconsistency in their classes. Discover the secret sauce of "Minimum Viable Certainty" (MVC) as Shay…

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FCM205: The Game-Changer: How to Overcome Your Biggest Obstacle to Success 25:56

8M ago25:56

25:56

Uncover the Game-Changing Secret to Skyrocket Your Fitness Career... Join Barry and Shay as they unveil exclusive insights from one of Barry's recent strategy sessions, exposing the ONE elusive factor holding back fitness professionals from achieving unparalleled success. Discover the 'why' behind this obstacle, unravel its mysteries, and gain acti…

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FCM204: Why You're Not Selling Out Your Classes (& What To Do About It!) Audiobook Version 22:09

9M ago22:09

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This episode is the audiobook version of an ebook we wrote called 'Why You're Not Selling Out Your Classes (& What To Do About It!)' where we summarize what we feel is everything you need to know about what it takes to easily and confidently attract more of your dream clients. As you listen, you'll notice that at the end of each section are some jo…

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FCM203: Learn What 'Era' of Your Fitness Career You Are In... And What It Means For Your Growth 29:39

9M ago29:39

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In his book Hero on a Mission, Donald Miller describes 4 main character "archetypes". The victim, villain, hero, and guide. In your fitness career, you play three of those four parts at some point, as you move through your different "Eras" This episode was inspired by Miller's book, and today you'll learn how recognizing what era you (or others in …

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FCM202: Why Most Group Fitness Marketing Fails: Understanding Strategy vs. Tactics 12:38

9M ago12:38

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Unlock the secrets to marketing success in your fitness business. Join us as we delve into the crucial difference between marketing strategy and tactics. Barry breaks down the essence of each, helping you understand why they're both essential. Discover how your marketing strategy is your blueprint for success, setting you apart from the competition…

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FCM201: WE'RE BACK! Welcome To The NEW FCM Podcast. (Part 2) 34:56

10M ago34:56

34:56

The FCM Podcast is BACK and better than before! For 200 episodes spanning half a decade, we brought on experts from every corner of the industry to share what they know about what they do best. We interviewed everyone from marketing experts, legal, finance, studio design, vocal coaches, and professional class reviewers, you name it. But now that we…

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FCM200: WE'RE BACK! Welcome To The NEW FCM Podcast. (Part 1) 52:50

10M ago52:50

52:50

The FCM Podcast is BACK and better than before! For 200 episodes spanning half a decade, we brought on experts from every corner of the industry to share what they know about what they do best. We interviewed everyone from marketing experts, legal, finance, studio design, vocal coaches, and professional class reviewers, you name it. But now that we…

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Max Rigano: His Transgender Journey, Fitness, & The Layers & Complexity Of How We Express Ourselves 1:00:21

1+ y ago1:00:21

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO OUR DMs: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! March 31 is the International Transgender Day of Visibility. This day is dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments of transgender and gender non…

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Lauren Perry: Reading Energy As An Instructor, Mastering One Thing & Creating One Of ClassPass Top Studios Of 2023 1:11:36

1+ y ago1:11:36

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! Born & Raised in Alaska she always knew owning her own business was her destiny. After college in Seattle, Lauren Perry decided to stay but the event planning future sh…

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Madison Ciccone: The Knock, Her Journey To Serve & Inspire Others & Being Wicked Fearless 1:16:43

1+ y ago1:16:43

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! She went from the friday night velvet ropes scene in Los Angeles to SoulCycle Master Instructor. Madison Ciccone grew up in Rhode Island with big dreams of working in t…

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FCM199: Why Your Business Might Not Be As Inclusive As You Think It Is & How It Affects Your Reach with Tasha Edwards 45:20

1+ y ago45:20

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This episode is going to cause you to question a lot about our industry, and how you’re offering the experience of exercise in your business. Because when it comes to inclusion, there is so much that we don’t think of that is causing a massive population of people to feel unwelcome and defeated by what you’re offering, rather than the way you hope …

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FCM198: The Power of Professional Boundaries to Scale Your Business with Danielle Stead-Blanton 1:16:06

1+ y ago1:16:06

1:16:06

Our guest in this episode is a business operations consultant and attorney for fitness, wellness, and creative professionals. She’s passionate about providing her clients with her playbook and systems to teach them how to build the business they want and deserve, without the constant anxiety, overwhelm, exhaustion, or frustration. Through the conve…

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Christa Dellebovi: Bringing The Climbing Modality To Casual Exercisers & The Intersection Of A Challenging Workout & Accessibility 1:09:58

1+ y ago1:09:58

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! She is a Colorado Native who started her career in business with an MBA in Sports and Entertainment Management. Christa Dellebovi worked for the Colorado Rapids Major L…

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FCM197: How To Leverage Your Uniqueness To Reach Dramatically More Clients with Jude Charles 59:20

1+ y ago59:20

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If you’re a regular listener of the show, you know we talk a lot about leveraging your uniqueness to scale your business- whether that be your unique origin story, your core values, your beliefs, or your unique skills. The reason is because #1, there is no one else like you in the world, and you can immediately set yourself apart from competitors t…

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Maria Disla: Being A Culture Curator, Understanding Diversity Beyond Race, & Self-Awareness As An Instructor 1:31:09

1+ y ago1:31:09

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! DR Born and Brooklyn raised, she has felt the rhythm her entire life. Maria Disla, a former Tech Start Up Senior Partner, found herself burned out and relocated to LA a…

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FCM196: Why Self-Reflection Is The Key To Career Longevity with Anthony J Wall 41:56

1+ y ago41:56

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We've partnered with ACE for a few recent episodes to bring you the best info on how to future-proof your business. In this truly heart-driven conversation our guest speaks about why turning a mirror on yourself and consistently self-assessing is the key to career longevity. This involves taking a hard look at your interests, your skills, the types…

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Alex Sweeney: Career Longevity, IRONMAN Athlete, Mom & The Hustle & Bustle Of Being On Your Feet All Day 1:36:19

1+ y ago1:36:19

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! She is a master instructor who has over 11 years of Health & Fitness experience. Alex Sweeney, a NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach, Road Runners Club Ru…

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FCM195: Why Your Marketing Will Fail If It Doesn't Focus On This One Thing with Alexa Cawley 58:46

1+ y ago58:46

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The big question we unpack in this episode is... what does your community really want from you? And we’re not talking surface-level stuff like abs... What do they really want out of the time they’ve sold to you? Today’s episode features a marketing consultant for health & wellness entreprenuers, focused on helping wellness brands grow and learn how…

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FCM194: Steps to Producing Your Own Continuing Education Content with Chris Gagliardi 42:10

1+ y ago42:10

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Do you have an area of expertise in fitness? Have you ever considered writing continuing education content, or producing your own training program? Maybe you've mastered one skill that you want to share. If you're wondering what the steps are to producing something that could be accredited by an organization like ACE, then press play on this episod…

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Joanna Lohman: Authenticity, Discomfort, Being Jo To The Power Of 10 & Blazing The Path Of Social Change As The Rainbow Warrior 1:12:26

2y ago1:12:26

1:12:26

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! She is a 16 year former soccer Pro Athlete AND a US Soccer Women’s National Team Member. Joanna Lohman is a Mindset Coach, co-author of the book Raising Tomorrow’s Cham…

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FCM193: How to Build Stronger Relationships With Your Clients As A Trainer with Chris Gagliardi 37:36

2y ago37:36

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Being a good trainer is really about relationship building, but to built strong, meaningful, heartfelt, and impactful relationships (as we all should strive to!) it means we have to play a number of roles really well at the same time. We have to be a coach, an educator, a motivator, but also a DJ, an MC, and more! Aside from the difficulty of being…

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Kelly Clifton Turner: Be A Learner Not A Knower, Breaking Down The 4th Wall & Saying Yes 1:20:14

2y ago1:20:14

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! She joined YogaSix from the beginning at their first location in Southern California. Kelly Clifton Turner’s journey as a yoga instructor for this powerhouse Xponential…

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FCM192: The Best Way To Measure Instructor Performance & Conduct Reviews with Staci Alden 57:21

2y ago57:21

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This episode is a continuation of the conversation Shay had with Staci Alden in our previous episode. If you haven't listened to it, they really break down what it means to be a group fitness manager, and demystify this very important role at any fitness facility. This week Staci talks about going beyond the numbers and the six things to look for w…

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Lanae Rhodes: SLT, The Importance Of A Rigorous Training Program & The Journey From Peer To Leader 1:13:20

2y ago1:13:20

1:13:20

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! A California native, she has been a lover of movement her entire life and feels most at home in her body when dancing. After college Lanae Rhodes moved to NYC and her d…

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FCM191: Unlocking The Mysteries of the Group Fitness Manager Role with Staci Alden 1:02:42

2y ago1:02:42

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In this episode, we are diving into the role of the group fitness manager, which in almost 300 episodes is a topic that we haven’t really touched on before... and yet it was one of the most vital - albeit mysterious - roles of any club or studio. We know that if you are a studio owner, you may be performing this role yourself. OR if you’re looking …

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FCM190: How To Bring Your Story To Life And Leverage It To Attract More Clients with Jude Charles 54:40

2y ago54:40

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We believe that nearly every person in the world knows that exercise, moving their body is good for them, but most people still don’t do it. We also don’t believe that it’s due to a lack of motivation. We believe it’s because they don’t feel seen. The decision to purchase fitness classes is so different from the decision to purchase anything else. …

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FCM189: A FCM Listener's Story On Adopting A Growth Mindset & Creating A People First Business 39:56

2y ago39:56

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This episode features a fitness business owner and long-time FCM podcast listener who reached out to us through our website, expressing gratitude for pod and asked if he could be a guest on our show. It’s not often that we get a request like this, and we had a couple of spots open on our recording schedule, so of course, we said “Why Not.” Shay too…

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FCM188: How To Charge Your Worth with Lesley Logan 1:13:12

2y ago1:13:12

1:13:12

Knowing how to price your services as a fitness professional is one of the most challenging things to do. Shay and I get it! We’ve been there! One of the reasons it's so hard is because each of us in this industry, and especially you, because you’re listening to this show- take what you do seriously and are so passionate about helping as many peopl…

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FCM187: How To Use Applied Behavior Science To Improve Your Fitness Experience with Connor Joyce (PART 2) 40:39

2y ago40:39

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We believe that the future of fitness is experience. You’ve heard us AND our guests say it in many different ways on the show- that what’s most important is the emotional connection that you’re making with your clients. We’re both personally fascinated by finding new and interesting ways to make a fitness experience more immersive, enjoyable, and m…

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FCM186: How To Use Applied Behavior Science To Improve Your Fitness Experience with Connor Joyce (PART 1) 36:43

2y ago36:43

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We believe that the future of fitness is experience. You’ve heard us AND our guests say it in many different ways on the show- that what’s most important is the emotional connection that you’re making with your clients. We’re both personally fascinated by finding new and interesting ways to make a fitness experience more immersive, enjoyable, and m…

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FCM185: How To Build An Incredible Team with Rachael Cook 53:45

2y ago53:45

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Building a strong team is essential to running a profitable fitness business, but it’s also one of the hardest things to do, and that’s because often, we’re going about it in the completely wrong way. Luckily, the fix is not only easy, but also incredibly empowering, and once you get it locked down, you’ll find that every single action and decision…

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Cristina Chan: Understanding The Mind Body Connection, F45 & Recovery 1:22:07

2y ago1:22:07

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! She is the face of F45 Recovery and a coach at the Venice & Santa Monica CA F45 studios. As a former athlete who has had her fair share of muscle imbalances & injuries,…

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FCM184: How To Go Beyond The Workout & Create A Deep Human Connection with Mason Bendewald 59:35

2y ago59:35

59:35

A trainer is not just a trainer. We’re so much more than someone who gets certified to move others through a series of exercises safely. Deep down, we know that we also have the potential to step into a role where we can have such a more significant impact. Because the truth is that fitness, especially a group fitness class, is one of the few thing…

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FCM183: Ending Your Entrepreneurial Poverty & Promoting Yourself to CEO with Rachael Cook 51:36

2y ago51:36

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Our guest today shares some insane statistics. Women business owners make up 44% of small businesses in the US. But only bring in 4% of small business revenue. Only 12% of those women break 100k. Only 2% break 1 million. The way she sums up these statistics is this: women are facing entrepreneurial poverty of time, energy and money. They don’t have…

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FCM182: How Fitness Missed The Right Metric to Measure Group Fitness with Rich Fahmy & Steve Myers (Part 2) 48:48

2y ago48:48

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Brace yourself for part two of this epic conversation with not one but TWO very important guests that we are so excited to introduce to you. We feel so lucky and are incredibly honored to host the content and product managers at AFAA / NASM, Rich Fahmy and Steve Myers. These institutions are THE place where we as fitness professionals go to gain im…

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FCM181: How Fitness Missed The Right Metric to Measure Group Fitness with Rich Fahmy & Steve Myers (Part 1) 32:29

2y ago32:29

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Brace yourself for an epic two part conversation with not one but TWO very important guests that we are so excited to introduce to you. We feel so lucky and are incredibly honored to host the content and product managers at AFAA / NASM, Rich Fahmy and Steve Myers. These institutions are THE place where we as fitness professionals go to gain importa…

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Kyle Bergman: Swoveralls, Imposter Syndrome, Shark Tank & The Great Fantastic 1:08:50

2y ago1:08:50

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FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/ Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! All links mentioned in episode are below: USE CODE: 4PERCENT for 15% off a pair of Swoveralls https://swoveralls.com/ Follow Swoveralls and Kyle on instagram: https://w…

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FCM180: The Inspiring and Unknown Stories of the Women Who Shaped Our Industry with Danielle Friedman 58:15

2y ago58:15

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The more we learn about the fitness industry, the more we realize how incredibly complex it is. The messages that the average consumer receives from the media, beauty culture, diet industry, fitness industry and even holistic wellness trends can be confusing and contradictory. Especially for women. Shrink yourself, but take up more space. Lift heav…

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FCM179: What You Can Do To Ensure Your Culture & Experience Are Contributing To Your Success with Jack Thomas 57:39

2y ago57:39

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We're so glad you're going to play this episode. This is a really powerful conversation that Barry had with a friend and colleague who runs the Fitness Business Asia Podcast, and what you’re going to hear in this chat are some really actionable takeaways on how to develop the culture of your business, which should be the #1 thing that you invest in…

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