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Why Most Retreats Fail (And How to Make Yours Profitable) with James Yates

Release Date: 03/06/2025

How To Run Profitable Retreats

If you wouldn't pitch your retreat to your worst boss ever… it's probably not a real business plan. 😬 In this Episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I’m talking about why so many retreat leaders get stuck in the cycle of “just helping people”—and forget to run an actual business. You’ll learn:✔️ Why starting with profit isn’t greedy—it’s smart✔️ The simple test to evaluate your retreat like a CEO✔️ How to stop compromising and start scaling✔️ The 3 non-negotiables of a profitable retreat business✔️ Why “nice-to-have” retreats are no...

Premium Clients, Premium Results: Rethinking Retreat Strategy

How To Run Profitable Retreats

🔥 New on the podcast! Most retreats aren’t selling—and it’s not because of your marketing. It’s because your retreat isn’t solving a specific, high-value problem. In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I break down: ✔️ What perceived value actually means ✔️ Why people will pay $25K+ for the right retreat ✔️ How to stop creating “nice-to-have” retreats and start solving problems that matter This episode is a wake-up call if you want to charge premium prices and still feel aligned. This is Ep. 3 of a 6-part series — don’t miss it! 💼💫

Why 90% of Retreat Leaders Never Host a Second Retreat

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Welcome back to How to Run Profitable Retreats with your host, Leni Cavazos—global retreat strategist and systems expert. This is Episode 2 in our 6-part series, and it’s one of the most personal, powerful, and purpose-driven conversations yet. 🎙️✨ In this episode, Leni opens up about her unexpected journey—from producing world-class events at Ritz-Carlton, snow-covered galas in the Dubai desert, and launching Marriott Bonvoy… to walking out of her very first retreat experience in tears. And yet, the transformation came full circle. 💥 You'll learn: Why most...

Sold Out ≠ Profitable: Why Most Retreats Fail to Make Money

How To Run Profitable Retreats

Welcome to a brand-new solo episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats with your host, Leni Cavazos—global retreat strategist and your go-to guide for building a profitable retreat business. ✨ In this episode, Leni gets real about a common trap retreat leaders fall into: chasing the sold-out status without building a retreat that actually makes money. Here’s what we’re covering: Why 70% of retreat leaders walk away from their events with zero profit The difference between “sold-out” and sustainable Why most retreat hosts never run a second retreat—and how...

How To Design A Perfect Corporate Retreat with Bruce Honig

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💡 Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ The Power of Purpose – How defining the retreat’s “why” shapes everything from activities
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In this transformative episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with James Yates to explore the evolving landscape of the retreat industry. James dives into how the industry has shifted from simply booking venues to creating structured, outcome-driven retreat programs—and why it's time to approach retreats as a full-fledged business. 🚀

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Defining Outcomes & Delivering Value: How to design retreats that solve specific problems and provide true transformation, rather than just a "nice" getaway. 🎯
Pricing, Profitability, & Mindset: The importance of pricing based on the value you deliver, and understanding your market to avoid undervaluing your offerings. 💰
Building Awareness & Engagement: Strategies for nurturing relationships and guiding potential participants through awareness, acceptance, and action. 📈
Integrating Experiences & Fostering Community: Why ongoing support and a strong community are key to extending the retreat experience beyond the event itself. 🤝

Ready to shift your mindset and build a profitable retreat business? Tune in for actionable insights and join the movement!

Connect with James Yates:🌐Reignite Retreats | 📱 @reigniteretreats

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