The Business Of Strength Podcast

On this episode of the Business of Strength Dan is joined by co-founder and owner of Breda SC, Noel Brand. Noel along with his wife Sanne own and operate Breda SC in the Netherlands which is a pioneer gym for Strength and Conditioning in the Country. Noel sheds experience on what got him into the industry and what has KEPT him in the industry. He talks about the continued education effect on not o...

In this episode of the Business of Strength Podcast Dan Goodman discusses lessons learned from Ali Webb and the World Renowned DryBar Dan got the chance to hear Ali Speak at the Goldman Sachs 10ksb summit in Washington DC and shares the biggest takeaways from a small business owner in Ali, who grew the brand to 180 locations and a company worth hundreds of millions. In this episode Dan covers a st...

On this episode of the Business of Strength Podcast VH veteran Mike Capriglione breaks down the sales process and client lifecycle.   Mike has helped to streamline and organize the entire company sales system across both VH facilities. He recently presented at the 2-day BOS immersion and the presentation was so well received we knew a podcast was in order. On the show we discuss: 1. How great...

I’m PUMPED about today’s guest…. Sean Lake is the Co-Founder and CEO of BUBS Naturals a holistic supplement company producing the BEST collagen in the world among a line of emerging products like MCT OIL, Coffee creamers and Apple Cider Vinegar Crews all designed to help you DIE YOUNG AS LATE AS POSSIBLE.  The company is named after Sean’s childhood best friend Glenn BUBS Doherty, one of the...

Conor is the founder and CEO of TNL Performance center in Hamilton, NJ. He's an OG member of the SYP inner circle having been a member for 4 years and counting.  On this episode of the BOS Podcast Connor breaks down the following:  1. How an internship at Cressey Sports Performance swayed his decision to become a strength and conditioning coach in the private sector.  2. How being a...

In this episode of the BOS Podcast Dan Goodman breakdowns one of the most important porcesses in our gym, Open Enrollment  Podcast Main Points:  Why athletes and their parents need a call to action Why a proven process wins with marketing Energy conversation with the schedule The process of onboarding a student athlete post enrollment  If you have any questions about how y...

What is everyone up to? I'm your host coach Joe Strong here to bring you another great episode of the business of strength podcast.  Where you can hear the interviews, tips, and tools to turn your passion for strength into a profit. This episode is brought to you by CPPS Certification, one the most cutting-edge certifications in the world led by legendary coach Joe DeFranco and James “Smitty”...

In this episode of the Business of Strength Podcast, Joe Riggio sits down with Tony Smith owner of Tango Solutions. They talk about the trials of running a training business post pandemic, leadership, and equipping your team for success.  Episode Shownotes:  1. Post pandemic strategies for a successful business  2. Leadership during tough times  3. Leadership Language  Don...

Pumping the value in your gym. In this episode Dan Goodman talks about things all Brick-and-mortar gyms can do to improve value for their clients. He breaks down the following: How to improve the “Convenience” factor at your gym. How all gyms can layer in digital accountability Why great service always wins…how to get your coaches to think about service beyond simply the X’s and Os of training. Th...

Devin Gage owner of Gage Strength Training is our guest today on the Business of Strength Podcast. His attention to detail with leadership and driving culture through his team in second to none.   In the last 1.5 years you’ll be hard pressed to find a gym owner that has grown more than Gage Strength Training. To celebrate all their success, he and his team just returned from an EARNED tr...

In this episode of the BOS Performance Podcast powered by Business of Strength, Adam Menner sits down with Ian Markow, founder of Markow Training Systems located in Miami.  Ian is a world renown health, rehabilitation, and sports performance coach who blends multiple disciplines into a seamless process for getting his clients out of pain and improving performance.  Show Outline  1....

In this episode Dan Goodman interviews Corey Davis who is the founder and Co-owner alongside his wife Morgan of CoreBlend strength and Condition in Watkinsville, Georgia.  Corey has a master’s degree in Kinesiology and has been a part of the business of strength strongest year mastermind for over two years. They run one of the most efficient and system driven gyms in the country.  In the...

In this episode of the VH Performance Podcast powered by the Business of Strength, Adam breaks down the 3 keys to creating a profitable training model for your business.  This includes  1. Identifying Your Business Model  2. Aligning Your Training Ideology with Your Business Model  3. Create Predictability and Repeatability  If you want to learn more in depth about how you...

What's up everyone!  We're here to bring you another great episode of the business of strength podcast.  Where you can hear the interviews, tips, and tools to turn your passion for strength into a profit. This episode is brought to you by Blender Bottle the number one shaker bottle in the world!   Go to BlenderBottle.com and use the code VARSITY15 to save 15% on your next purchase....

Brought to you by Blender Bottle In this episode Dan Goodman sits down with Joe Hashey the CEO of the Synergy gym brand in Binghamton, New York. They discuss Joe’s Day to day non-negotiables.  How decisive decision make has enabled him to grow Synergy to 3 locations, is building an emerging real estate business, and still be a very active family man. The episode closes with how to simply crea...

In this episode Dan Goodman breaks down an automated gifting tactic that has skyrocketed referrals. If you’re like most service-based businesses that rely on word-of-mouth marketing and referrals this is a must listen.   This episode breaks down how our client on board strategy can be scaled to any gym business. To make it even better this show is brought to you by our friends at Blender...

In this episode of the VH Performance Podcast powered by Business of Strength, Adam Menner sits down with Jeremiah Flood, owner of Flood Performance LLC.  Jeremiah has extensive background in working with lower extremity injuries in athletes. This includes ACL, MCL, PCL and more. In this episode, Adam and Jeremiah breakdown the ideology behind rehabilitating lower extremity injuries in the mo...

Joe Riggio, Dan Goodman, and Zach Even-Esh sit down for a special episode on the Business of Strength Podcast!   Where you can hear the interviews, tips, and tools to turn your passion for strength into a profession you love. Today’s guest is one of the Godfathers of the Garage Gym Movement here in NJ and none other than our good friend Zach Even Esh. In this episode we talk about our upcomin...

Podcast: How to easily set your team up for success In this show, Dan breaks down a statistic from a Harvard business study and it applies to your business. What we need to review with new hires after an internship. How we clearly define expectations for new hires When to meet with team members and what we review. How channeling energy can give you back more time and help you make more money. If y...

In this episode of the VH Performance Podcast, Adam Menner talks with former West Point Strength and Conditioning coach, Tim Caron.    Tim has extensive experience working with high level collegiate and professional athletes. Caron took his expertise to the private sector where he opened Allegiate. A training facility dedicated to training general population and athletes.     I...

In this episode, the BOS Team sits down to provide insight into 3 systems your training business could use right now.  On Wednesday, November 10th, 130pm EST. We are hosting a FREE 3 part virtual workshop series in which we break down how to:  1. Create People Oriented Systems That Support Your Business 2. Create Specific Marketing Campaigns That Work 3. Create Training Systems That Supp...

How to ensure everyone on your team delivers a kick ass session! In this episode, Dan Goodman breaks down session delivery at Varsity House: Our body language code of conduct: SWIFT Smile Work the room Instigate success Find a friend Be Thankful Why delivery is as important as the X’s and Os in coaching. How to build training adherence and buy in from your clients. The ability to scale Interperson...

In this episode, Joe and Dan talk about becoming more agile as a company. An agile business will help you avoid, absorb, and accelerate through change. Companies that are fixed in their ways and close minded to change and opportunity will have a tougher time in the ever-changing landscape of the fitness industry. ​When talking with training business owners, I always ask, do you have business agili...

On this episode of the Business of Strength Podcast, Joe Riggio and Dr. Andy Chen deep dive into how to create a successful career for yourself as a strength and conditioning coach in the private sector. Specifically, navigating the private sector physical therapy world. Dr. Andy Chen gives young trainers and physical therapist great insight into how to build a successful career from scratch.&nbsp...

On this episode of the Business of Strength Podcast Dan Goodman and Joe Riggio Break Down the Importance of Leading Through Your Team  We hear it all the time...owners of training businesses want more time back on their plate but they're not willing to SPEND time on their people. You must have a process in place for developing your coaching staff. This will enable you lead through your coache...