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The Most Uncomfortable Conversations You’re Avoiding (That Are Costing You Thousands) — Part Two

Welcome to part 2 of our 3-part series where we try to get comfortable with the uncomfortable (and inevitable) discussions of a studio owner. 

In Episode 675: The Most Uncomfortable Conversations You’re Avoiding (That Are Costing You Thousands), Coach Matt Hanton and I hit the topic of talks with your team. 

  • Hone your tone: always treat people relationally, not transactionally
  • Tell it like it is: be direct and candid; don’t sugarcoat or complicate
  • Try SBI: use the non-personal Situation, Behavior, Impact approach 
  • Crunch the numbers: share benchmarks and expenses for compensation convos
  • Normalize feedback: provide informal reviews and regular performance evals 

Ultimately, it’s all about respect, honesty and a mutual mission to support the business. Grab our practical recos in Episode 675. 

Catch you there.

With grit and gratitude,
Lisé

LINKS:

https://studiogrow.co/

https://www.instagram.com/studiogrowco

https://www.linkedin.com/company/studio-growco/

https://open.spotify.com/show/04zR1tRiRhQUdIfvLbh60N

https://www.youtube.com/@studiogrowco/videos

The Most Uncomfortable Conversations You’re Avoiding (That Are Costing You Thousands) — Part One

To be successful, every studio owner needs to manage uncomfortable conversations. So let’s dive into the common anxiety-triggering topics of price increases and rent negotiations.  

Join Coach Matt Hanton and me as we kick off this 3-part series with Episode 674: The Most Uncomfortable Conversations You’re Avoiding (That Are Costing You Thousands).

  • Plan on price jumps: expect them as a natural part of every business
  • Learn your numbers: know current utilization rate, expenses and break-even 
  • Be transparent: communicate clearly and use graphics to specify costs
  • Present a compelling case: negotiate with data and industry benchmarks
  • Prioritize relationships: simplify negotiations and emphasize loyalty and trust

Save time, money and stress by preparing for and tackling uncomfortable conversations with confidence. Master talks about money matters in Episode 674. 

Catch you there.

With grit and gratitude,
Lisé

LINKS:

https://studiogrow.co/

https://www.instagram.com/studiogrowco

https://www.linkedin.com/company/studio-growco/

https://open.spotify.com/show/04zR1tRiRhQUdIfvLbh60N

https://www.youtube.com/@studiogrowco/videos

The Sales Rhythm that Grows Fitness Studios

Although some studio owners feel like “sales” is a dirty word, the reality is that it’s the lifeblood of your business. Establishing a natural rhythm can help integrate this critical responsibility.

In Episode 673: The Sales Rhythm that Grows Fitness Studios, Coach Caroline Plambeck outlines how you can develop an organized, cyclical sales process. 

  • Paint the panorama: identify annual goals, then break into quarterly targets
  • Get granular: reverse-engineer monthly, weekly and daily goals from annual numbers
  • Appoint ownership: delegate sales responsibilities to all team members
  • Aim broadly: address intro offers, reactivations, winbacks and current members
  • Touch base: use shift reports, check-ins and data for real-time status

Winning at sales doesn’t mean you need a new offer every week – or the lowest prices. Sales isn’t just hustle – it’s about rhythm and routine. Create your cadence with Episode 673. 

Catch you there.

With grit and gratitude,
Lisé

LINKS:

https://studiogrow.co/

https://www.instagram.com/studiogrowco

https://www.linkedin.com/company/studio-growco/

https://open.spotify.com/show/04zR1tRiRhQUdIfvLbh60N

https://www.youtube.com/@studiogrowco/videos

What the Top Studios Are Doing Right Now

A question I get all the time is, “What are the highest performing studios in the world actually doing?” Sustainable profitability and a growth trajectory are key, but how do they get there?

To find out, join me for Episode 672: What the Top Studios Are Doing Right Now. I’m sharing what I consistently observe in thousands of studios we work with around the world.

  • Relentless dedication: live your priorities and be committed to excellence 
  • Thoughtful growth: adopt an M&A model, establish pace of openings 
  • First impressions: maximize presale to open profitably or rebrand powerfully
  • Marketing mastery: create comprehensive omnichannel growth strategies
  • Team care: craft selection process, offer benefits, share growth opportunities

Plus, the top studio owners are laser-focused on building a wildly successful business in preparation for an ultimate sale. That drives everything they do. Check it out in Episode 672.

Catch you there.

With grit and gratitude,
Lisé

LINKS:

https://studiogrow.co/

https://www.instagram.com/studiogrowco

https://www.linkedin.com/company/studio-growco/

https://open.spotify.com/show/04zR1tRiRhQUdIfvLbh60N

https://www.youtube.com/@studiogrowco/videos