Hey Gym Fam! Sales calls can feel like scaling a greased wall – sweaty palms, shaky voice, hoping you don’t plummet. But fear not, fellow fitness warriors! Let’s conquer that call reluctance and turn it into membership-boosting confidence.
Shift #1: Mindset Matters
- Numbers Game? Ditch the pressure. Think “connections” not “quotas.” Each call or connection is a chance to build a relationship. The more you connect, the more you learn and grow as a salesperson.
- Shiny Gym, Not Enough Sales? Sales isn’t magic. It’s a process. Consistent prospecting, asking the right questions, and presenting solutions are key. But even more crucial is who you reach out to. Target people who truly NEED your gym’s awesomeness.
Shift #2: Referrals are Rocket Fuel
Top salespeople don’t live off leads alone. They have a secret weapon: referrals. But those don’t appear out of thin air! You build them with stellar service and genuine connections. Start by Nailing the First Contact. Impress potential members with your passion and knowledge. They’ll be raving about you in no time!
Shift #3: Identify Your Kryptonite (Then Smash It!)
We all have sales call kryptonite. Maybe it’s over-preparation (endless research can replace actual selling!). Perhaps it’s stage fright (hello, Toastmasters!). Identify your specific reluctance and then attack it.
Here’s your battle plan:
- Over-preparation? Set a time limit for research.
- Stage Fright? Role-play with a teammate. Practice makes perfect!
Remember, gym fam, conquering sales call reluctance is all about mindset, strategy, and practice. Let’s turn those calls into championships – for you and your gym’s success! Contact Jim Here.
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If your fitness business is in need of a turnaround, a boost in sales, or a fresh marketing approach, we’re here to help. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your specific situation and explore how our expertise can make a difference. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Jim Thomas at 214-629-7223 or find valuable insights on YouTube. Follow me on LinkedIn
An Outsourced CEO, Turnaround Expert and Author, Jim Thomas is the founder and president of FMC USA Inc., a management consulting, turnaround, financing and brokerage firm specializing in the leisure services industry. With more than 25 years of experience owning, operating and managing facilities of all sizes, Thomas lectures and delivers seminars, webinars and workshops across the globe on the practical skills required to successfully overcome obscurity, improve gym sales, build teamwork and market fitness programs and products. Visit his Web site at: www.fmconsulting.net or www.youtube.com/gymconsultant.
