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The Big Picture with Lise Kuecker and Jennifer Maanavi of Physique 57 and Jack Thomas of The Fit Guide

It’s not every day that you get to pick the brains of two of the brightest minds in boutique fitness. So join me as we reveal invaluable industry insights for your perspective and your business.  

Y’all are in for a treat with Episode 664: The Big Picture with Lise Kuecker and Jennifer Maanavi of Physique 57 and Jack Thomas of The Fit Guide.

  • Pioneering a legacy: learn how Jennifer launched Physique 57 before boutiques began
  • Perfecting hospitality: understand why environment & experience are everything
  • Outsourcing sales: discover the rationale and results of selling offsite
  • Raising the bar: get the scoop on how The Fit Guide operates – and why it matters!
  • Identifying opportunities: find out which modality studios need to level up 

Jennifer and Physique 57 are role models of exceptional hospitality and service. And Jack and The Fit Guide are methodically elevating our industry. Make Episode 664 required listening! 

Catch you there.

With grit and gratitude,
Lisé

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https://studiogrow.co/

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

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

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