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80: How to Help First - And Grow the Tribe

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Intro: A Quick Recap- In our last episode, I introduced the new Help First Referral Program:
- â Send someone to www.twobrainreferrals.com
- â They get $300 off. You get $300.
- This isnât about sales. Itâs about filtering in the right peopleâthose ready for mentorship.
- Weâre near capacity. Every seat around the TBB campfire matters.
- Today: how to recognize and attract the right gym owners into the tribe using the Help First philosophy.
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Top 10 Tactics for Referring the Right Gym Owners1.
Answer Questions in Niche Gym Groups- GOU, PushPress Community, SugarWOD Affiliate group, etc.
- Search posts using keywords like âneed more leads,â âhow to price,â etc.
- Add helpful value, then DM: âHappy to hop on a call if you want to talk more.â
2.
Start Weekly âOffice Hoursâ Posts- Example: âIâm a long-time gym owner and TBB client. I open up âOffice Hoursâ on Thursdaysâdrop your questions below!â
- Builds trust and creates organic conversations.
3.
Use the âHelp Firstâ DM Strategy- Follow up publicly helpful posts with:
- â âIâve been thereâwant to hear what worked for me?â
- â After chat: âCan I introduce you to Coop?â
- â Start a group chat on Messenger or email Coop directly.
4.
Host Local Coffee Clubs or Roundtables- Invite 3â5 gym owners for breakfast and connection.
- Keep it informal: âWhatâs going well for you right now?â
- Weâll even cover the billâjust send the receipt.
5.
Speak or Share Resources at Affiliate Events- Join virtual or in-person CFHQ roundtables.
- Offer tips, drop links, follow up with offers to help.
6.
Attend Local Competitions and Be Visible- Wear the TBB shirt. Network. Listen.
- No pitchâjust âWhatâs working at your gym lately?â
7.
Share TBB Content + Personal Commentary- Repost a blog or video and add your story:
- âThis helped me raise ARM by $50/month. Hereâs howâŠâ
8.
Tell Your Own Story (Video or Post)- Before â Turning Point â After.
- âBefore mentorship I was stuck at 40 members...â
- End with: âDM me if this resonates.â
9.
Share Other Success Stories- With permission, talk about other gyms whoâve grown through mentorship.
- Add your personal perspective: âI watched this gym 3x their revenueâŠâ
10.
Use Free TBB Resources One-on-One- Pick ONE blog, podcast, or PDF that fits their current struggle.
- Example: âThis guide helped me hire my first coach.â
đ§ Wrap-Up:
- Help First works. We donât need to sell.
- Just be visible, be helpful, and make the connection.
- When someoneâs ready, send them to twobrainreferrals.com.
...more
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By Chris Cooper
80: How to Help First - And Grow the Tribe

đ§
Intro: A Quick Recap- In our last episode, I introduced the new Help First Referral Program:
- â Send someone to www.twobrainreferrals.com
- â They get $300 off. You get $300.
- This isnât about sales. Itâs about filtering in the right peopleâthose ready for mentorship.
- Weâre near capacity. Every seat around the TBB campfire matters.
- Today: how to recognize and attract the right gym owners into the tribe using the Help First philosophy.
đ
Top 10 Tactics for Referring the Right Gym Owners1.
Answer Questions in Niche Gym Groups- GOU, PushPress Community, SugarWOD Affiliate group, etc.
- Search posts using keywords like âneed more leads,â âhow to price,â etc.
- Add helpful value, then DM: âHappy to hop on a call if you want to talk more.â
2.
Start Weekly âOffice Hoursâ Posts- Example: âIâm a long-time gym owner and TBB client. I open up âOffice Hoursâ on Thursdaysâdrop your questions below!â
- Builds trust and creates organic conversations.
3.
Use the âHelp Firstâ DM Strategy- Follow up publicly helpful posts with:
- â âIâve been thereâwant to hear what worked for me?â
- â After chat: âCan I introduce you to Coop?â
- â Start a group chat on Messenger or email Coop directly.
4.
Host Local Coffee Clubs or Roundtables- Invite 3â5 gym owners for breakfast and connection.
- Keep it informal: âWhatâs going well for you right now?â
- Weâll even cover the billâjust send the receipt.
5.
Speak or Share Resources at Affiliate Events- Join virtual or in-person CFHQ roundtables.
- Offer tips, drop links, follow up with offers to help.
6.
Attend Local Competitions and Be Visible- Wear the TBB shirt. Network. Listen.
- No pitchâjust âWhatâs working at your gym lately?â
7.
Share TBB Content + Personal Commentary- Repost a blog or video and add your story:
- âThis helped me raise ARM by $50/month. Hereâs howâŠâ
8.
Tell Your Own Story (Video or Post)- Before â Turning Point â After.
- âBefore mentorship I was stuck at 40 members...â
- End with: âDM me if this resonates.â
9.
Share Other Success Stories- With permission, talk about other gyms whoâve grown through mentorship.
- Add your personal perspective: âI watched this gym 3x their revenueâŠâ
10.
Use Free TBB Resources One-on-One- Pick ONE blog, podcast, or PDF that fits their current struggle.
- Example: âThis guide helped me hire my first coach.â
đ§ Wrap-Up:
- Help First works. We donât need to sell.
- Just be visible, be helpful, and make the connection.
- When someoneâs ready, send them to twobrainreferrals.com.
...more