Behind Gym Doors | A Fitness Business Podcast

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we will be pausing our regular GSD Show for the time being. Don't worry, when this is over, we'll be back to providing the absolute best content for physical fitness studios. For now… Keep up with our COVID-19 Updates for Fitness Studios podcast to get all the latest information along with specialized strategies you need to dep...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we give you an awesome episode both franchisees and independent owners are going to love! The key to closing more memberships is perfecting your prospect's member journey. From the moment they click on one of your ads to the time they complete their intro workout, EVERYTHING needs to be dial-in, processed, and executed to perfe...

In this special GSD ALERT episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we tackle the Coronavirus panic that's negatively impacting fitness studios. Dr. Janice Johnston of Redirect Health: "Fitness Studios should reach out to their members and let them know that they're cleaning and disinfecting their equipment on a regular basis. And we do know with Coronavirus, you can effective...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we're diving into an incredible success story from SPENGA Sugar Land owner Sonal Kulkarni. SPENGA Sugar Land Owner Sonal Kulkarni has it in spades… Sonal closed 100 members for her studio in just 30 days… from her HOUSE!?!?! That's dedication. No remote office while her studio was being built out, no tent in a parking lot, just...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we're talking about what it takes to be truly one-of-a-kind in the fitness industry. ...you have to be one-of-a-kind. "You want it to be so difficult for your competitors to do what you're doing that by the time they do, you're already on to the next big idea." One of the ways Mike's done this is through Loud Rumor Virtual Trai...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, guest Felicia Romero reveals how gyms and fitness studios can tap into corporate wellness programs to hit revenue goals they once thought were out of reach. With GSD Show Guest Felicia Romero's strategy, you can. Here's how: 💡 Partner with local companies and their corporate wellness program 💡 Train their employees before wor...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we put a total sales newbie to the test—my cousin Now here's the thing… My cousin has ZERO sales experience and in fact, he doesn't even work in the fitness industry… he's in the tile business! So, how does he do? I won't give it away. [WATCH] the episode to find out. If someone with zero experience can do this, just imagine ho...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we dive into the three pillars of success for any fitness studio: People, Process, and Performance. How? "People, Process, and Performance," Griff says. "There's nothing more important than building genuine emotional connections." Griff's story is powerful. He pushed through a terrible injury to participate in athletic competit...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we're uncovering two powerful principles that have helped 20 Orangetheory Fitness locations grow. Corbyn has helped 20 Orangetheory Fitness locations grow utilizing 2 principles. In fact, TUNE-IN ▶️ to find out how his studios earn $43,000 per year in bonus revenue. It's a simple thing EVERY fitness studio should be doing. Here...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we give you an awesome inside look into the mind of a great, successful fitness studio owner. 👊 Knock his presale goals out of the park 👊 Hire a dominant team of A-Players 👊 Partner-up with the perfect General Manager 👊 Create a dynamic, goal-driven culture ...AND MORE PLUS! Mike does a LIVE, on-the-spot "secret shopper" ca...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we'll talk about Marketing. REMEMBER: Marketing isn't a one-off purchase made for instant gratification. It's an investment strategy intended to produce long-term fitness studio gains. Just like you wouldn't promise your clients they'll achieve all of their goals in one workout, no marketing or advertising agency should ever pr...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we're diving deep into the 4 key traits 1. Experience 2. Preparation 3. Ownership 4. Empathy He explains exactly how leadership (truly understanding both your members' and your team's WHYs) is the game-changer you can't force, but you MUST build. Don't miss a minute of this incredibly powerful episode❗ 🚀 Want to grow your gym...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we tackle the biggest challenges fitness studio owners face and show you exactly how to crush them 👊 Tired of the sales objection "What are your prices?" Squash it. 👊 Not sure the best way to run digital advertising? Do this. 👊 Want to make sure you're hiring and leading the right team? Learn how. 👊 Need help with what to s...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we break down the #1 thing top fitness studios—and businesses like McDonald's, Apple, and Facebook—do to close more sales than their competition. It's crucial you do what the top fitness studios and businesses like McDonald's, Apple, Facebook, EVERY top company do to ensure they close more sales than their competition. What is...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we're bringing you the ultimate playbook for fitness studio success! It has everything from #marketing and #sales to #member #retention and #presales with industry leaders like #ManUp author @bedroskeuilian, owner of 7 #OrangetheoryFitness locations @mattkafora, and tons more. There's no better way to kick-off the #newyear, kic...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, Loud Rumor CEO and Host of The GSD Show, Mike Arce jumped on a Podcast with UpLaunch and in less than 35 minutes provides valuable, high-level yet detailed training on building your fitness studio's foundation and super-serving early adopters, how and where to spend your Marketing dollars, why if you limit yourself in Marketing...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we're diving into retention secrets. @FrankNash owns @StrongerPersonalTraining and his studio earns 6.5X more in member profit than the average fitness studio AND his members stay 2.5X longer -- and you guessed it, it's all due to his powerful, unique retention strategies. Frank's members LOVE him, love their studio, and absolu...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, Loud Rumor #CEO @mikearce is excited to talk to @CorySterling, a PRO #lawyer for #fitnessstudios helping people pay less now to avoid paying MORE in #legal issues later! Cory is an incredibly intelligent, yet sympathetic and dynamic personality. It's impossible not to love him and the information he brings to the table specific...

In this episode of The GSD Show, we're breaking down high-performance sales strategies with Manny Ceara—former Director of Sales and current 5-Unit Franchisee at Orangetheory Fitness. His sales tactics are impeccable… Manny teaches you what to do from how to book the appointment and how to talk to and treat prospects when they arrive. "It has to be an experience they know they won't get anywhere e...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we're breaking down the 3 Unbreakable Sales Rules. You can convert referrals and walk-ins into paying #members ALL DAY. But those digital "leads"? Not even close, right? It's like 3-Point shots in the NBA -- there's a reason they're called "low-percentage shots." Not anymore... I'll walk you through the exact process the TOP 5%...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, gives #FitnessStudioOwners everything they need to hit 7-Figures in 18 Months! @Matt Kafora, owner of 7 #Orangetheory #Fitness Studios and over 20 business sits down with our CEO @Mike Arce to: ✅ Take you on the full journey from #FitnessStudio site construction to day-to-day #operations ✅ Break down his exact steps for getti...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we break down exactly how to dominate the winter season and turn it into your studio's secret weapon for success! WHY?   👋 Show of hands 👋 Who's heard "No one wants to join a gym until January 1st?" OR "No one's purchasing for themselves during the Holidays"❓   HERE'S THE TRUTH: Winter is NOT the time to freeze your #Fitness...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast... HERE'S WHY 👉 Leadership and Company Culture! You can dramatically improve BOTH within your Fitness Studio by doing this… by pretending your Fitness Studio is a Reality TV Show that then entire world is watching. You'll quickly see the difference in attitude and how both your team and your members SHOW UP when they think peop...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we take a look into what the TOP 5% of 2,000+ Fitness Studios are doing with their Marketing Campaigns, and how it's leading to 🚀 SKYROCKETING 🚀 #Memberships (even during #Presale). Your Fitness Studio might be losing 💸 THOUSANDS 💸 in Marketing Dollars… and it's NOT because you're doing the wrong things… The fact that you'r...

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, you'll learn how to Grow, Scale, Retain, REPEAT in ONE powerful move! 😳PROCESS 😳   It sounds way too simplistic to be true, but Rick's process with his team and their members is 2nd to none. What does this have to do with YOU and YOUR studio? 👇   The fact is, your success will be determined by your process. Process creates s...