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enMarch 04, 2024

262. The Huge Potential and Opportunity in Saudi Arabia and the GCC Region, with Mohammed Iqbal of Sweatworks

This episode is a must if you’re looking to do business or grow your brand in GCC, or you want to learn more about the region.

Taken on the sidelines of Beyond Activ in Riyadh, we welcome Mohammed Iqbal back to the show to discuss the huge potential in Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

Beyond Activ showcased some incredible projects and brands, as well as the people making it happen behind the scenes!

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enFebruary 26, 2024

261. What does your brand stand for? SoulCycle's new approach to handling social issues

In this episode host Jack Thomas reacts to a recent LIFTs podcast interview with SoulCycle CEO Evelyn Webster, where she discusses the company’s stance on handling sensitive social issues.

This is an important conversaton for our industry that will challenge your thinking on values and branding.

What do you think SoulCycle’s position? Connect with me on LinkedIn and let me know.

Watch Evelyn Webster on the original episode of LIFTs podcast here.

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enFebruary 19, 2024

260. One of the most important trends in boutique fitness for 2023-2024

Host Jack Thomas talks about one of the most important trends in boutique fitness currently - using your unit space efficiently. Discover why this is so important, how you can maximize your space and how it can lead to you saving $100,000.

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enFebruary 05, 2024

259. Year In Review - 2023 for the fitness industry, Thailand, my gym (BASE) and me

In this honest and open episode, host Jack Thomas discusses how 2023 was for the fitness industry as a whole, Thailand’s fitness industry, his gym BASE Bangkok and also him personally.

Hear about trends, predictions and what to expect in the next 12 months!

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enJanuary 22, 2024

258. Diagnose and Fix Any Problem In Your Fitness Business with Jack Thomas

In this episode, host Jack Thomas introduces The Fit Guide’s four step process to identifying issues in your business, as well as how to fix them.

This easy to follow breakdown is essential for any fitness club or studio manager.

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enNovember 19, 2023

257. Lise Kuecker of Studio Grow on Creating Consistently Great Client Journeys

Lise Kuecker’s company Studio Grow has helped fitness clubs and studios in over 42 countries build special, profitable businesses. Today, we welcome her to the show to talk about creating magical customer journeys and experiences.

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enNovember 05, 2023

The Launch Of The Fit Guide Sydney (and one interesting take home from 50 visits)

The Fit Guide Sydney has launched, highlighting the leading clubs and studios in the city.

Check it out here: The Fit Guide Sydney

In this special feature we celebrate the launch of The Fit Guide Sydney with a quick intro, and one interesting thing we learned from our evaluations of 50 leading clubs in The Fit Guide.

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enOctober 26, 2023

256. When Your Star Performer Turns Toxic

Most fitness managers and gym owners have been there - a star performing member of the team develops an inflated ego and starts creating a toxic environment.

In this episode, host Jack Thomas talks about the best way to deal with this tricky situation.

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enOctober 22, 2023

255. Ian Mullane of Keepme: Unveiling the Power of AI in Your Fitness Business

We welcome back Ian Mullane of Keepme to talk about the developments in AI over the last few years, what you can implement in your business today and what we can expect over the next few years

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enOctober 09, 2023

254. The LEAST Glamorous Work That Has The MOST Impact… Building Strong Systems

Comprehensive and clear systems and processes are essential if you want to deliver consistent experiences, take time off, work ON the business or sell it.

See standard operating procedures - also known as SOPs - as a complete blueprint on how to run your business. Investing into SOPs is not glamorous or sexy, but getting this right will have a huge impact on the experience you provide and the value of the company.

Enquire about The Fit Guide’s SOP Course ➜ team@thefitguide.com

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enSeptember 24, 2023

253. Eric Malzone On The Democratization And Future Of Fitness

We speak to Eric Malzone, host of the excellent Future of Fitness Podcast and consultant to leading companies such as WRKOUT and Dark Horse Rowing. Today, Eric brings a US perspective as we talk about democratization in fitness, technology, AI, podcasting and what the next 5-10 years have in store for the industry.

Future of Fitness Podcast

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enSeptember 11, 2023

252. Top 15 Considerations When Choosing The Right Location For Your Gym Or Studio In Asia

What do you need to consider when choosing the right location for your new studio or gym? Jack Thomas talks through some of his learnings from opening five locations.

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enAugust 28, 2023

251. Support Your Team and Level Up as a Fitness Manager [Part 3/3]

In part three of our three part Fitness Manager mini-series, host Jack Thomas discusses how to best support your coaching team and ways to reach managerial excellence.

If you missed parts 1 and 2, do go back to episode 249 to catch up.

Become a World Class Coach - 3 Part Series (Episode 131)

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enAugust 14, 2023

250. Fitness Manager Mini-Series: Recruitment, Meetings & One-To-Ones [Part 2/3]

In part two of our three part Fitness Manager mini-series, host Jack Thomas discusses tackles recruitment, interview and face-to-face management essentials.

If you missed part 1, go back to episode 249.

Part 3 is on supporting your team and reaching next-level status as a fitness manager.

Become a World Class Coach - 3 Part Series (Episode 131)

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enJuly 31, 2023

249. Eight Essentials For Becoming An Industry-Leading Fitness Manager [Part 1/3]

In this three part mini-series, host Jack Thomas discusses eight key values that you must hold strong if you want to be a successful leader of coaches and instructors in the fitness industry.

Part 2 is on recruitment and meetings

Part 3 is on reaching the next level

Become a World Class Coach - 3 Part Series (Episode 131)

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enJuly 10, 2023

248. Brandon Cullen of MADabolic: Creating Consistent 5-star Member Experiences [Part 2 of 2]

We welcome back Brandon Cullen, co-founder of MADabolic, on what they discovered after we anonymously visited and evaluated their Brooklyn location, how they create consistent five-star member experiences and how The Fit Guide’s processes have helped not just Brooklyn, but all of their franchise locations.

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enJune 26, 2023

247. Brandon Cullen, co-founder of MADabolic (USA): Creating an unapologetic brand that doesn’t try to appeal to everyone [Part 1/2]

We speak to Brandon Cullen, Chief Concept Officer and co-founder of MADabolic, on their fast-growing franchise concept and the strength of their brand message. MADabolic are doing big things in the US and are delivering a vibe that is strongly resonating with the no-nonsense section of the US fitness market.

We visited MADabolic Brooklyn for our launch of The Fit Guide New York, with the club achieving one of our few five-star ratings for overall experience.

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enJune 11, 2023

246. Justin Ashley of One Playground on Putting 20 Years of Experience Into Building One of Australia’s Leading Fitness Brands

Justin Ashley is the founder and CEO of One Playground. We cover Justin’s journey through different positions and price points in the fitness industry, how One Playground builds and maintains a great team, marketing and sales tips, and the how and why behind their recent big rebrand.

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Jack Thomas recent podcast appearances:

Playing Guilty Podcast with Brandon Cullen (MADabolic)

Mel Tempest’s Gym Owners Podcast

The Fitness Network Podcast

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enMay 28, 2023

245. Five Quick Sales Tips You Can Start Using TODAY (based on real industry data)

Using data from The Fit Guide’s anonymous visits to the world’s leading fitness clubs, here are five quick sales tips and approaches you can start implementing today that will put you in the top 10%

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