920: Brendon Ayanbadejo

In this episode Sal, Adam, and Justin catch up with Brendon Ayanbadejo, 2 time NFL Superbowl champion who has transitioned into a very successful business owner. How you do anything is how you do everything. Where did Brendan get his work ethic from? (4:15) The formula to life vs. formula to success. (7:32) What would he say is his greatest weakness? (8:43) The Dog vs. the Pug. Does he fear his kids will grow up without the drive? (9:45) When and how did he get introduced to Orangetheory?  (14:46) What was the learning curve on his first Orangetheory businesses? (19:11) The importance of being the FACE of the business early on. (21:00) What are some of the biggest differences between the locations that were producing more revenue? (21:59) How much money does one need to start a franchise? Typical overhead costs? (23:46) The benefits of being the Area Developer. (27:17) What is his current strategy with acquiring new franchises? (30:36) Is he still throttling down or does he still see ‘a big piece of pie on the table’? (31:37) Does he have any fears they are growing TOO fast? (33:02) How often does he see an owner fail? (35:50) The Great Group Training Trend Debate. (36:30) How much autonomy does an owner/trainer have to “modify” programming in the classes? (54:09) How is OTF getting into HRV and acknowledging new technology? (55:19) The importance of community and learning what is best for your body. (59:25) What does their retention rate look like? (1:02:36) Adam’s two cents to add value to Orangetheory: How they don’t want to be the Starbucks of Fitness. (1:06:30) What would his wife say is his biggest flaw/weakness? Practices he puts in place to be a better man? (1:13:10) How does the success with his business compare to his success with football? (1:17:21) Has he thought about becoming the sounding board for the exit strategy for ex-NFL players? (1:20:18) The lessons learned from one another. (1:23:30) Feathered Guest/People Mentioned: Brendon Ayanbadejo (@brendon310)  Instagram Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson)  Instagram Products Mentioned: December Promotion: Enroll in Any MAPS Program – 1 Year of Forum Access for FREE! AdaptNation Podcast #52: Mind Pump’s Adam Schafer - Building a Digital Fitness Business, Personal Passions, Hard Home Truths & His Deepest Aspirations Post-NFL, Brendon Ayanbadejo found new rewards in OTF training Orangetheory Fitness | Gym Near You | Try a Free One-Hour Workout What Information is found in the FDD? What Is a Franchise Area Developer? Interview with Orangetheory Fitness’ 2017 Franchisee of the Year Jamie Weeks Mind Pump Episode 903: The Best Time to Take Creatine, Ab Building Mistakes, Natural Ways to Increase Energy & MORE Mind Pump Episode 909: Eating Smart During the Holidays, How NOT to do Plyometrics, Tips for Getting Parasympathetic Post Workout & MORE How is Shiva Observed How Health Club Operators Should Calculate Retention Rates Money lessons learned from pro athletes' financial fouls Mind Pump Episode 907: Cory Schlesinger