Being an entrepreneur is challenging, and one of the biggest hurdles is getting the financing needed to start a business. The best small business loans can give entrepreneurs the funds to start a company, but approval isn’t always easy. Some entrepreneurs consider...
No matter the kind of business you operate, you have to deal with customer service in one way or another. And while most people think it’s all about answering customer questions, which is true, it can be challenging. It involves dealing with all sorts of people and...
If you have built your fitness center business from the very beginning, chances are good that you have put in a lot of hard work and money to get it going and make it successful. Unfortunately, this can make it hard for you to look at your gym in a neutral way. This...
It is kind of surprising that there are still fitness clubs that do not have an active blog. In today's social media environment, blogging is essential for attracting potential members. Regardless of how well your website is designed, an active blog is often the...
Running a fitness center is a dream for many people. The work is rewarding, and you are your own boss. Having success is harder than many people realize. Although your work is important, you must make a profit when running your business. If you want to have success...
When I first started as a sales person in the gym business, I was terrible. Every Monday when the sales standings would come out for the 4 clubs, I was dead last. I was so uncomfortable in the sales process, my mouth would actually get so dry that I could barely get...
You would likely rather have your team speaking to potential customers that sitting through a gym sales training session. However, not every person has a "sales personality" that will allow them to smoothly and effectively deal with potential customers. For many, it...
In today's world, fitness center owners need all the help they can get to break through the noise and get noticed. Don't you agree? Fitness center marketing is key. But, what is the best approach? For many, the first thought is expensive advertising and marketing...
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, only about half of all businesses survive 5 years. However, a new gym startup is tougher than many other ventures. Moreover, the increasing popularity of the "warehouse gym" is a double-edged sword. One one hand,...
