In this episode of Top Rated Gym we explore the art of scaling quality and community in fitness franchises with Kamille McCollum, President of BODYBAR Franchising. From starting as a franchisee to leading a brand that now spans over 110 territories across the US, Kamille shares her unique journey and expert advice.

Key takeaways include:

Don’t miss this episode packed with actionable lessons for scaling your fitness franchise and keeping your brand strong! 🌟

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00:00 Introduction to Scaling Quality in Fitness Franchises

00:38 Meet Kamille McCollum: From Franchisee to President

02:20 Ensuring Quality and Consistency in Workouts

05:20 The Importance of Certification and Training

08:02 Handling Feedback and Continuous Improvement

12:36 Maintaining High Standards Across Locations

17:07 Balancing Franchisee and Franchisor Perspectives

19:14 Scaling Training Processes

20:08 Implementing Certification in Established Locations

22:37 Monitoring Member Attrition and Addressing Issues

23:37 Importance of Consistency in Brand Experience

27:31 Resources for Continuous Learning and Improvement

Don’t miss the latest episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast with Jeff Sanders, Chief Growth Officer at Energy Fitness! Get the insider strategies you need to scale your gym, from using data analytics to optimize operations and grow memberships, to mastering marketing channels and tracking ad spend for maximum impact. If you’re ready to overcome challenges and turn your gym into a top-rated fitness brand, this episode is packed with actionable insights you can’t afford to miss!

00:00 Introduction to Top Rated Gym Podcast

00:29 Meet Jeff Sanders: Chief Growth Officer at Energy Fitness

02:16 The Importance of Data in Gym Marketing

11:18 Tracking Ad Spend and Effectiveness

16:23 Real-Life Examples of Data-Driven Decisions

18:48 The Value of Historical Data and Industry Trends

26:26 Encouragement for Data-Driven Gym Owners

29:39 The Cost of Digital Advertising

29:59 Understanding Lifetime Value

30:52 Strategic Thinking in Business

31:50 The Role of Data in Decision Making

33:33 Optimizing Website Analytics

36:02 Simplifying Lead Capture Forms

38:10 The Importance of Industry Data

39:51 Implementing Data-Driven Strategies

45:00 Maintaining and Analyzing Data

48:14 Resources for Learning and Growth

53:34 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Catch the latest episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast  featuring Mike Littrel, the visionary founder of X3 Sports, as he shares his journey from the ground up in the competitive fitness industry. From building a custom brand to scaling his gym empire across Atlanta, Mike reveals the strategies and mindset that have fueled his success.
Key takeaways include:

Tune in for a session packed with actionable insights and valuable lessons for gym owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to grow a successful business! 
Mike Littrel is the founder of X3 Sports, a top-rated gym brand with five locations in Atlanta. With over 21 years of experience in the fitness industry, Mike has mastered the art of building a business that thrives on exceptional customer service, strong leadership, and a commitment to innovation.

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00:00 Introduction to Top Rated Gym Podcast
00:42 Meet Mike Littrel: Founder of X3 Sports
02:08 The Journey of Building X3 Sports
04:02 Transitioning from Operator to Owner
11:17 The Importance of Systems and Processes
16:24 Implementing Change and Overcoming Resistance
22:58 Aligning Team Goals and Individual Purposes
26:15 Identifying Growth Opportunities
27:38 Investing in People
30:02 The Importance of Core Values
31:42 Creating a Hero-Centric Experience
35:02 Mindset and Leadership
40:46 Scaling the Business
48:23 Connecting and Expanding
50:12 Conclusion

Catch the latest episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast featuring the incredible Hensley Fritz, the Founder of Reboot, where we delve into the secrets of sales mastery in the fitness industry. From understanding your key performance indicators to fostering trust and authenticity in your sales approach. 💪 

Key takeaways include:

Tune in for a session packed with valuable lessons and practical advice! 🌟

Hensley Ellefritz is the founder of REBOOT Fitness Consulting, an agency born of our industry’s need for customized business infrastructure design. After earning national acclaim for her sales performance at Equinox, Hensley went on to build, expand sales organizations for some of the largest names in fitness including Pure Barre, Club Pilates, BODYBAR, MADabolic, BODY20, P.volve and Volofit. 

Hensley formed Reboot in November 2020 with a mission to bring scaleable, high-touch sales strategy to independent wellness owners and emerging franchisors. 

 #SalesLeadership #FitnessIndustry #BusinessGrowth #AuthenticSales #GrowthMindset #PodcastEpisode #BusinessSuccess #ExpertInterview #Podcasting

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

01:01 Hensley's Journey into Sales

02:23 The Concept of Authentic Selling

03:55 The Role of AI in Sales

06:16 Assessing Sales Performance

08:02 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Sales

10:13 Strategies for Sales Improvement

17:12 The Importance of a Dedicated Sales Manager

20:17 Focusing on Hot Leads

20:32 Scaling Success in Sales

23:04 Performance-Based Compensation

27:06 Hiring and Interview Strategies

32:32 Client-Centric Sales Approach

35:38 Connecting with the Expert

36:56 Conclusion and Call to Action

Dive into our latest podcast episode where Andre sits down with the legendary Cale Owen, CEO of Gym Launch, to discuss powerful strategies for gym owners. They explore lead generation, retention tactics, and the business model versus method debate that could transform your fitness business. 🎙️💪

Key takeaways include:

Whether you're facing operational overwhelm or looking for ways to scale, this episode is packed with insights to help you push the limits of your gym's success. 

Don't miss out on these gems for ambitious fitness entrepreneurs! 💎🏋️

Cale Owen joined Gym Launch in 2018 and brought a unique perspective as a previous gym owner and a professional athlete. He has been a sales manager, coach, and General Manager. In January 2022, he was promoted to CEO of Gym Launch & Prestige Labs. Before joining Gym Launch, Cale played four years of collegiate baseball and one year in the Philadelphia Phillies organization.

After, he pursued his dream of opening a fitness facility and joined Gym Launch in 2017 as a client. Using GL, Cale & Maggie built their gym from 31 members to over 250 in less than 8 months while working a 9-5 sales role for a local web design company. He resides in St. Augustine, FL, with the love of his life, Maggie, who is the Vice President of Operations for Gym Launch and Prestige Labs, and his two incredible children.

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Ever wondered what sets top leaders apart and how they consistently achieve success? 🌟 In this episode, we explore the powerful combination of psychology and mindset that drives effective leadership with Lindsay Junk, the President of YogaSix. 

Learn how Lindsay uses mental strategies, emotional intelligence, and a growth-oriented approach to lead one of the fastest-growing yoga franchises.

From overcoming challenges to empowering her team, she shares her secrets for fostering a thriving business culture. 

Whether you're looking to level up your leadership skills or seeking fresh insights for business growth, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable tips. Don’t miss out!

Lindsay Junk has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years, working with industry leaders like 24 Hour Fitness, Yoga Works, Tru Fusion and now as the President of YogaSix. Lindsay is a mother of 3 active kids, a marathon runner and triathlete and is extremely passionate about helping people achieve their dreams.

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In this episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast, we’re joined by Brandon Cullen, Chief Concept Officer of MADabolic, to uncover his proven strategies for building a winning gym culture. Brandon shares his expert tips on creating a culture that keeps members engaged and coming back for more. From carving out a unique niche to fostering a strong sense of community, he reveals the secrets to long-term success in the fitness industry.

If you're looking to elevate your gym’s culture and retention, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss!

Key takeaways include:

If you’re ready to revolutionize the way you approach fitness business management, this episode is a must listen!

In search of life’s [im]perfect soundtrack, Brandon Cullen brings an edgy approach to entrepreneurship through the valuable experience he’s earned as a professional athlete turned business owner.

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into proven tactics to boost sales & conversion in the fitness industry with none other than Mark Fisher, Co-Founder of Business for Unicorns and Mark Fisher Fitness. Mark’s revolutionary approach has transformed gyms into thriving communities, and today, he’s revealing the insider strategies that have driven explosive growth in his own businesses. Whether you're struggling to convert leads or looking to skyrocket your gym’s revenue, Mark shares the battle-tested tactics that will take your fitness business to the next level. 

Mark Fisher is an international speaker, consultant, and entrepreneur. He is the co-founder of Business for Unicorns, whose mission is to help gym owners create more income, impact, and freedom. BFU has worked with many of the leading fitness studios across the US, the UK, and Australia. Past non-fitness clients include Sony Music, Sylvan Learning, Novus Surgical, and Security Scorecard. 

In addition to consulting through BFU, Mark is the co-founder of Mark Fisher Fitness, one of the most unusual gyms in the fitness industry. MFF operates a physical location in midtown Manhattan and an online “virtual” location. MFF was recognized as #312 on the 2015 Inc. 500 fastest growing companies in America, as well as one of Men's Health's "Top 20 Gyms in America."

Mark's newest company, Unicorn Wellness, is a franchisee in an emerging fitness franchise brand Alloy Personal Training. 

Tune in to today’s episode of Top Rated Gym to gain valuable insights on how to make your gym’s marketing efforts more credible, engaging, and successful. Be ready for actionable steps, expert advice, and a comprehensive checklist to turbocharge your gym's growth. 

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Dive deep into the dynamic world of fitness in this week’s episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast. Tune in as Brian O'Rourke, CEO of Core Health & Fitness shares actionable insights on boosting profitability, strategic value, and navigating tech trends, whether you're battling marketing challenges or operational hurdles. 

Don't miss this incredible conversation loaded with wisdom and experience! Listen now! 

Bryan O’Rourke is a leading global expert on technology, consumer and business trends in the health club and fitness industry.

He has delivered Keynote speeches to hundreds of audiences on four continents. Bryan has also contributed to eight books on the fitness industry and his views have been shared in leading periodicals like the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times, among many others.

Bryan is the Chief Executive Officer of Core Health and Fitness, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of fitness equipment. He is President of the Fitness Industry Technology Council and Chairman of the private equity firm Vedere Ventures which has investments in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. He has worked with and advised some of the leading global fitness brands in digital marketing, finance, technology and strategy. His M&A practice has overseen 18 transactions on the buy and sell side in the past 7 years.

Bryan has served on the IHRSA board of directors, been an industry advisor to the American Council on Exercise, and has contributed in leadership roles to the Medical Fitness Association the GGFA among other organizations. He was a co-founder of the Women in Fitness Association.

Bryan has a BS in Finance from the University of New Orleans, and a MBA from Southeastern Louisiana University . He has completed academic work on a Ph.D. In Financial Economics and completed professional studies in technology, strategy, and innovation at Harvard, Stanford, and the University of Chicago.

You can learn more at bryankorourke.com.

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On this week’s episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast we’ve got an incredible episode for all of you struggling to boost your membership sales. We sat down with Dave Posin, President of SOLDIERFIT, and he unloaded so many proven sales techniques that we had to split it into two episodes!

In this second episode, Dave breaks down the powerful tactics that have driven his gym’s massive success—ideas you can implement immediately.

Be sure to take notes as Dave shares:

- Elevating customer experience through structured and consistent service.

- Implement seamless sales processes to nurture leads and secure memberships.

- Leverage social proof and other tactics for unbeatable customer loyalty.

- Revolutionary lead follow-up with personalized engagement strategies.

President and Founder of SOLDIERFIT, a multi-unit fitness franchise brand, Dave Posin brings over 19 years of experience in the fitness industry. Recognized on the Daily Record VIP Top 40 Under 40 list, he is a graduate of Babson College’s Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program and the SBA National Emerging Leaders Program. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in business and sales, Dave has sold over 5,000 gym memberships, generated over 8 figures in revenue, and continues to build the SOLDIERFIT empire while coaching other gym owners to scale. He has served on the boards of Nourish Now and Platoon 22. Above all, his greatest achievement is being a husband and father of two kids.

This episode is packed with real-world examples and valuable tactics for explosive gym growth.

#SalesStrategy #GymBusiness #FitnessSuccess #LeadGeneration #ReferralMarketing #FitnessIndustry #TopRatedGym