Best Bright Star Studios Podcasts (2024)

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A Scheduling and Payment System that Cares 27:49

2h ago27:49

27:49

In this episode of the Pilates Business Podcast, host David Gunther introduces a new series titled "A Scheduling and Payment System That Cares." Joining him is a mystery guest, co-founder and CEO of a scheduling and payment management system that prioritizes customer care. David discusses the transition of their Clinical Pilates Studio business fro…

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Bright Ideas for Client Conversion 27:32

29d ago27:32

27:32

Host, David Gunther, discusses innovative solutions for transforming prospective clients into committed clients. Key changes include scheduling adjustments for private sessions, introducing a 75-minute session for smoother client transitions, and formalizing 15-minute private consultations for newcomers. Together with Tara Smith and Claire Gunther,…

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Private Prospects into Semi Clients – Strategies 23:02

2M ago23:02

23:02

In this episode, join the team from Pilates Can in Canberra for an in-depth discussion on improving the conversion of prospects into clients. Tara, Claire, and the host, David Gunther, explore various strategies, including the implementation of a regularly updated spreadsheet by the admin team to track session availability and provide instructors w…

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Converting Prospects to Clients 28:36

2M ago28:36

28:36

In this episode of the Pilates Business Podcast, we delve into the strategies for converting prospects into clients at a clinical Pilates studio. Hosts David Gunther, Tara Smith, and Claire Gunther from Pilates Can discuss the entire conversion funnel, from initial inquiry to commitment, emphasising the importance of consistency, strategic planning…

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The Nitty-Gritty of Replication 20:07

3M ago20:07

20:07

In this fifth episode of the new series "Replicating the Stars in Your Pilates Instructor Team," hosts David and Claire Gunther and their team celebrate their accomplishment of receiving over 100 5-star Google reviews in just three months. They draw parallels with the importance of focusing on details in achieving success and delve into the nitty-g…

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Ep 6 Serah House 24:23

3M ago24:23

24:23

Serah House a local tattoo artist joins the show. Helena talks about getting some of her own personal tattoos from Serah. Growing up in a family of artist and tattoos artist. She gives advise on getting into the industry. Support the showBy Press Record

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Ep 7 Joel McCoy 17:09

3M ago17:09

17:09

Joel McCoy joins the show. Joel is a session drummer and actor in Nashville. Joel made the move from Kanas City to Music City to pursue music and acting. Johnny, Helena and Weiss worked with Joel on the latest project. Joel talks about meeting his idol " Todd Sucherman" of Styx. Support the showBy Press Record

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Process by Design 22:38

3M ago22:38

22:38

In this fourth episode of the new series "Replicating the Stars in Your Pilates Instructor Team," hosts David and Claire Gunther along with Sales and Marketing Manager Tara Smith, discuss how to solve common challenges faced by clinical Pilates businesses through well-defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). They delve into the specifics of th…

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Episode 5 The actor Keshawn 33:16

3M ago33:16

33:16

Helena, Johnny and Weiss (working the switcher) are doing their show during a cookout at the studio. The guys have all worked together on several projects as they talk shop of the past and future gigs. Support the showBy Press Record

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Win - Win - Win - Free for All 18:28

3M ago18:28

18:28

In this third episode of the new series "Replicating the Stars in Your Pilates Instructor Team," host David Gunther and team from Pilates Can in Canberra, Australia, discuss the tremendous impact of gathering 5-star Google reviews on both business growth and client satisfaction. Claire, the lead instructor, and Tara, the sales and marketing manager…

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Why Clients Would Not Give a 5-star Google Review? 9:07

3M ago9:07

9:07

In this second episode of the new series "Replicating the Stars in Your Pilates Instructor Team," host David Gunther explores reasons why clients may hesitate to provide a 5-star Google review for a clinical Pilates studio using the Pilates Can studio business as the example. Together with Pilates Can’s other owner and Lead Instructor Claire Gunthe…

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How Do Clients Benefit from 5-Star Google Reviews? 13:08

4M ago13:08

13:08

In this first episode of a new series of "Replicating the Stars in Your Pilates Instructor Team”, the team at Pilates Can discusses how to replicate their successful 5-star Google review process across their clinical Pilates instructor team. Chief Instructor Claire Gunther and Tara Smith, Sales and Marketing Manager join host David Gunther to explo…

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Duplicating Your 5-Star Google Reviews Process With Your Clinical Pilates Studio Team 16:18

4M ago16:18

16:18

In this episode of The Pilates Business Podcast, our host David Gunther focuses on the essential nature of communication and process duplication within the instructor team. Special guest Adam Tuttle from ActiveCampaign shares his journey, highlighting the importance of understanding and explaining the 'why' behind processes to ensure team alignment…

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Big Dan 48:57

4M ago48:57

48:57

This weeks guest is Big Dan who is also a sponsor of the show. The gang goes out doors to talk while Big Dan cooks some chicken and ribs. The gang talks about sauces and the revealing the new sauce that Big Dan made for the show. Support the showBy Press Record

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On Track for 100 x 5-Star Google Reviews in 90 Days 17:45

4M ago17:45

17:45

In this episode of The Pilates Business Podcast, our host David Gunther discusses with Tara Smith from Pilates Can their journey towards achieving over 100 5-star Google reviews in 90 days with the help of automation tools like ActiveCampaign and strategic customer engagement techniques. They recap previous discussions on email automation, the impo…

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The Art of Google Reviews with CRM 20:10

5M ago20:10

20:10

This episode of The Pilates Business Podcast discusses how the clinical Pilates studio business Pilates Can successfully achieved over 50 five-star Google reviews in 30 days and is on track to surpass 100 reviews in 90 days. The guests explore the strategic use of CRM (Client Relationship Management) and email marketing, including the 'art' and tec…

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Our 600% Increase in 5-Star Google Reviews! 23:24

5M ago23:24

23:24

This episode of The Pilates Business Podcast covers a comprehensive strategy that Pilates Can, a clinical Pilates studio based in Canberra, Australia, employed to dramatically increase their five-star Google reviews by over 600% in just three weeks, going from 7 to over 50 reviews. The approach involves using targeted email and SMS campaigns, lever…

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Tristi Designs 29:58

5M ago29:58

29:58

Helena and Johnny sit down with Tristi Armes of Tristi Designs a custom jewelry designer in East Nashville. They talk about her upcoming workshops and her new location. The team does a mini workshop making some snake earrings as Tristi talks about her start up in the company. Support the showBy Press Record

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Mastering Google Reviews: Superhero Secrets for Pilates Business Success 28:43

6M ago28:43

28:43

David Gunther hosts this latest episode, part of the CRM for Clinical Pilates Studios series of The Pilates Business Podcast, delving into how clinical Pilates businesses can enhance customer experience and operational efficiency through Customer Relationship Management (CRM) automation, specifically using ActiveCampaign. Highlighted is a case stud…

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Press Record 29:04

6M ago29:04

29:04

The host Helena Green, Johnny Reeves, and Weiss Night interview each other and talk about upcoming episodes. They talk about wanting to do a horror film, the past jobs in the industry, and getting started in the film and music industry. Support the showBy Press Record

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The Horror Queen 40:34

6M ago40:34

40:34

Helena and Johnny interview Liz and Brandon. The guys talk about the upcoming film festival that Liz is part of. They talk horror and music. Support the showBy Press Record

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Supercharge Your Pilates Studio: The Epic Quest for Five-Star Google Reviews 27:22

6M ago27:22

27:22

This episode of the Pilates Business Podcast focuses on the significance of Google reviews for clinical Pilates studios, and discusses a new systemised approach to automate the process of gathering five-star reviews to enhance business visibility and ranking on Google. The competition in the Pilates industry is highlighted, underscoring the importa…

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Unleashing CRM Superpowers for Clinical Pilates Small Businesses [CRM Series] 19:06

6M ago19:06

19:06

Our special guest Casey Hill from ActiveCampaign is back for the next episode of our customer relationship management (CRM) series, diving into the essentials of using CRM effectively beyond just managing contacts, particularly for clinical Pilates studios and similar small businesses. The discussion unravels the true definition of a CRM, showing o…

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From Zero to Hero: Transform Your Pilates Studio with CRM [CRM Series] 25:07

7M ago25:07

25:07

Join host David Gunther in the first episode of The Pilates Business Podcast's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) series as he sits down with Casey Hill from ActiveCampaign. As a seasoned expert in software growth, Casey shares insights into his role at ActiveCampaign, where he focuses on developing organic growth engines and consulting with in…

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Where to Step in the SEO Minefield: Getting Your KPI’s Right [SEO Minefield Series] 24:22

7M ago24:22

24:22

In the SEO Minefield series' second episode, David Gunther and Tara Smith discuss the key SEO metrics they use to monitor the success of their clinical Pilates studio, Pilates Can. They review the significant SEO metrics, from site audit errors to site health, input work numbers like pages tweaked for on-page SEO, backlinks audited, to output resul…

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Survey the SEO Minefield: How to Get Through Safely [SEO Minefield Series] 17:40

7M ago17:40

17:40

In part one of the SEO Minefield series, David and Tara discuss their experience navigating the complex world of search engine optimisation (SEO) for their Clinical Pilates business, Pilates Can. They share their experiences of working with various SEO consultants and strategies over the past 10 years and stress the importance of understanding your…

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Pilates Instructor Training: Online Or On-Site? [Clinical Pilates Instructor Series] 11:25

8M ago11:25

11:25

In this episode of the Pilates Business Podcast, your host David Gunther discusses the specifics of the clinical Pilates studio Pilates Can, and how they can help people with mobility, strength, flexibility issues or multiple conditions, thanks to their highly trained clinical Pilates instructors, and approach of personalised sessions. David unders…

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Exploding Interest Rates and Highly Experienced Staff: Challenges and Strategies in a Clinical Pilates Business 9:50

8M ago9:50

9:50

The second reboot episode of the Pilates Business Podcast discusses the recent challenges and business strategies of clinical Pilates studio owners, emphasising the rise in interest rates throughout 2023. Our host, David Gunther, shares the experiences of himself and his wife (last week’s guest, Claire Gunther) managing finances during tough econom…

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Surviving and Thriving: A Look at Pilates Can's Journey Through the Pandemic 26:06

9M ago26:06

26:06

In this first episode of The Pilates Business Podcast reboot, co-owners David and Claire Gunther of Pilates Can candidly discuss their COVID-19 challenges, from abrupt lockdowns to the shift to online teaching. Despite the difficult times, Pilates Can managed to keep their passion alive, adapt to new norms, and continue delivering their services. T…

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106 Solving a Big Pilates Business Problem with Bruce Hildebrand, founder, TRIMIO 39:30

3y ago39:30

39:30

Bruce Hildebrand has a wealth of Pilates Instruction & Business experience as well as a passion for increasing the wealth of our Pilates Industry worldwide. In this episode of the Pilates Business Podcast, learn the why and the how that brought Bruce to Pilates. You need to be aware of the Big Pilates Business Problem that Bruce has identified. And…

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105 Use Print Creatively & Get a Better R.O.I on Your Marketing $$$ with Daniel Edwards. 25:38

3y ago25:38

25:38

Daniel Edwards is a printer with a difference, and he is on a mission to help businesses get fantastic value and differentiation by using print in this digital age. In this episode, David and Daniel formulate ideas for powerful Pilates-businesses to creatively integrate “Print” into their marketing, so they can increase their return on investment. …

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104 How Pilates Businesses and Instructors Can Benefit from the Pilates Alliance of Australasia with Sharan Simmons – PAA President. 37:58

3+ y ago37:58

37:58

In this episode, David interviews PAA President Sharan Simmons who discusses various topics from how the PAA has been able to help during Covid, to how we as businesses and instructors can best assist the PAA to create clearer career pathways for instructors to work at the highest levels of quality Pilates. Tweetables “Because if you're a mum, who …

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103 Simplify Your Pilates Business Marketing: Interview with Minna Salmesvuo, founder, Social Media Tribe 32:28

3+ y ago32:28

32:28

In this episode of “The Pilates Business Podcast”, our host David Gunther discusses with Minna Salmesvuo, the founder of the “Social Media Tribe” and author of “In the Heart of Social Media Marketing - Heart-centred authentic marketing”, how Pilates businesses can simplify their marketing, their businesses and as a result their lives. Tweetables “Y…

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102 Don’t Play Your Competitor’s Game with Lyndon Forrest 33:45

3+ y ago33:45

33:45

In today’s conversation, we speak with Lyndon Forrest. Lyndon is the Managing Director of Bug Control, Australia and NZ’s, who are leading providers of Aged Care Infection Prevention and Control consultancy services. We learn critical lessons from Lyndon’s industry and Lyndon’s vast business experience. Highlights / Key takeaways Are you actually p…

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101 The Core Values of a Successful Pilates Business 7:00

3+ y ago7:00

7:00

Welcome Pilates business owners, Pilates instructors, and all our friends. I'm your host, David Gunther. And I have an absolute passion for the business side of Pilates, as well as a very healthy curiosity for what can help our Pilates industry to improve. In this first episode, we share with you our main values that we have at Pilates Business, so…

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Pilates Business Podcast Trailer 1:10

3+ y ago1:10

1:10

The Pilates Business podcast, where Pilates business owners and Pilates instructors find out how to solve Pilates business problems. The Pilates business podcast helps you create the right Pilates business assets for where you are at with your personal Pilates business journey. You will benefit from finding out which assets will give you the best r…

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