(What I See Working in the Best Gyms — and What’s Quietly Killing Revenue in the Rest) Upselling is one of the most misunderstood skills in the gym business. A lot of gym owners hear the word “upsell” and immediately think: pressure awkward conversations pushy staff...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Evaluating Operations, Equipment, Services, and Growth Opportunities (From what I see in real gyms that win—and the ones that stay stuck.) Let me tell you something I’ve seen over and over again: Most gym owners don’t have a “gym problem.”They...
Pricing is one of the most emotional decisions gym owners make… …and one of the most expensive decisions gym owners guess at. Because here’s what I see constantly with independent gym owners, boutique studio operators, gym entrepreneurs, and even personal trainers...
If you’re an independent gym owner, boutique studio operator, gym entrepreneur, or personal trainer, you already know something most people don’t: Your gym doesn’t lose to competition because they’re better.It loses because they’re more visible. The gym down the...
If you want the truth about what separates a gym that’s thriving from a gym that’s constantly stressed, constantly scrambling, and constantly “needing more leads”… It’s not marketing.It’s not pricing.It’s not equipment. It’s retention. Retention is the silent force...
Why Marketing & Promotion Are No Longer Optional for Gym Owners Who Want to Win One of the most pivotal moments in any gym owner’s journey is realizing that marketing is not optional. Years ago, a former client challenged me with a simple but loaded...
For independent gym owners, boutique studio operators, gym entrepreneurs, and personal trainers, financial stability is the backbone of long-term success. While many aspects of running a fitness business are exciting—motivating members, building culture, refining...
Transforming Your Gym’s Approach to Thrive in a Competitive Market As an independent gym owner, boutique studio operator, gym entrepreneur, or personal trainer, you’re constantly faced with a fundamental choice: Will you run your business reactively… or proactively?...
As the year winds to a close and the holiday season fills the air, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and celebrate all that you’ve achieved as an independent gym owner, boutique studio operator, gym entrepreneur, or personal trainer. Christmas isn’t just about...
