The Fitness Business School with Pat Rigsby
Pat Rigsby is a serial entrepreneur and business coach helping others build their Ideal Business. The Fitness Business School is here to give you insight and actionable tips to build your own Ideal Business that will lead you to your Ideal Life. Find out more at www.PatRigsby.com
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Fitness Business School - 653 - Building a Brand Through Trust
01/05/2026
Fitness Business School - 653 - Building a Brand Through Trust
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Building Your Brand Through Trust in Today's Marketing Landscape In this episode, Pat Rigsby discusses the importance of building a brand through trust in the evolving marketing landscape, emphasizing that being more human and authentic is key. Pat explains four strategies for achieving this: being personal and authentic, sharing information openly, showing real experiences, and selling with honesty and transparency. He provides practical examples and insights on how these approaches can distinguish your brand in a market saturated with AI-generated content and cookie-cutter marketing tactics. By focusing on trust and real connections, you'll convert not only more customers but the right customers who become ambassadors for your brand. 00:08 The Importance of Trust in Modern Marketing 01:13 Be More Human: Authenticity in Marketing 02:24 Transparency: Sharing What Others Won't 06:16 Sell Differently: Honest and Informed Decisions 08:18 Conclusion: Steps to Build a Trust-Based Brand
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Fitness Business School - 652 - The Wealthy Owner Path
12/29/2025
Fitness Business School - 652 - The Wealthy Owner Path
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- 7 Steps to Becoming a Successful Business Owner In today's episode, we dive into the 'Wealthy Owner Path,' exploring the commonalities among successful business owners. Over the last year, we've seen remarkable achievements from our Boardroom and Project 500 participants. I'll walk you through seven universal steps to help you clarify your service, activate your assets, systemize operations, transition from operator to owner, focus on growth numbers, maintain consistency, and lead effectively. Whether you're a gym owner, sports performance business owner, or any business owner, these principles will guide you toward building a successful and sustainable business. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:10 Success Stories and Commonalities 01:32 Seven Steps to Success 01:42 Step 1: Clarity in Business 03:35 Step 2: Activating Existing Assets 05:18 Step 3: Systemizing Operations 07:07 Step 4: Embracing the Owner Role 08:36 Step 5: Focusing on Key Numbers 10:08 Step 6: Consistency in Marketing and Client Experience 11:17 Step 7: Leading the Business 14:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Fitness Business School - 651 - The Simplest Way to Win in Business
12/26/2025
Fitness Business School - 651 - The Simplest Way to Win in Business
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- The Simplest Way to Win in Business: Consistency and Perseverance In this episode, Pat discusses the simplest way to achieve success in business and life: being willing to consistently do the things that most people won't. He shares personal anecdotes about writing daily emails for over 20 years, producing more than 700 podcast episodes, and the importance of local relationship marketing. Patrick emphasizes that success often comes from dedication to simple, consistent actions rather than seeking out elusive ‘magic’ solutions. Tune in to learn why consistency is your most defensible advantage in any competitive landscape. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:02 The Simplest Way to Win in Business 00:55 Consistency and Commitment 03:34 Podcasting Journey and Lessons Learned 05:54 Local Relationship Marketing 07:42 Conclusion: Do What Others Won't
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Fitness Business School - 650 - The Shift You Must Make in Your Business
12/22/2025
Fitness Business School - 650 - The Shift You Must Make in Your Business
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- The Biggest Shift to Elevate Your Business Success in 2026 In this episode, Pat RIgsby discusses a significant shift he's made in his business approach, moving from trying to rescue struggling individuals to partnering with those who have a strong foundational skill set. He shares his professional journey from being a college baseball coach to a business owner and coach, emphasizing the importance of selecting clients and partners who are ready and willing to achieve their goals. He outlines how this strategy has led to more enjoyable and successful collaborations and encourages business owners to adopt a similar mindset for better results. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Backstory 00:41 Financial Struggles and Empathy 01:43 Recognizing the Right Clients 03:09 Building a Strong Foundation 05:27 The Importance of Collaboration 06:18 Client Attraction and Marketing 07:59 Conclusion and Future Goals
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Fitness Business School - 649 - Doing Okay vs Being Awesome
12/15/2025
Fitness Business School - 649 - Doing Okay vs Being Awesome
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Key Differences Between Successful and Struggling Business Owners In this episode, Pat discusses the fundamental differences between business owners who are doing well and those who are struggling. Based on years of observation and interaction with a variety of clients, he highlights four crucial areas: time management using daily planners, execution of monthly marketing systems, understanding of important business metrics, and active engagement both internally with their teams and externally with mentors. Pat emphasizes the importance of consistency and dedication in these areas to build a thriving business. 00:00 Introduction: The Key to Success 00:14 Observations from the Field 01:15 Fundamental Differences Between Success and Struggle 02:55 The Four Pillars of a Successful Business 03:01 Time Management Strategies 04:06 Monthly Marketing Systems 05:05 Knowing Your Numbers 05:59 Engaging Internally and Externally 07:50 Consistency and Long-Term Success 09:05 Conclusion: The Path to a Better Business
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Fitness Business School - BONUS - The Difference Between Urgency and Desperation in 2026
12/12/2025
Fitness Business School - BONUS - The Difference Between Urgency and Desperation in 2026
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- In this episode, Pat breaks down the crucial distinction between urgency and desperation among clients. He discusses how these two attitudes impact client outcomes and provides insights on how to attract clients who operate with urgency. Pat shares his experience of working with clients over the years, highlighting the effectiveness of those who take ownership and are proactive. He offers practical tips on tailoring marketing strategies to attract motivated clients who are ready to take responsibility and achieve their goals. 00:00 Introduction: Urgency vs. Desperation 00:11 Understanding Urgency and Desperation 00:47 Embracing Urgency for Success 01:12 The Pitfalls of Desperation 02:03 Choosing Your Ideal Client 03:03 Key Differences Between Urgency and Desperation 04:27 The Importance of Ownership and Responsibility 06:19 Attracting the Right Clients 08:16 Conclusion: Crafting Your Marketing Message
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Fitness Business School - 648 - Don't Miss This One Thing
12/08/2025
Fitness Business School - 648 - Don't Miss This One Thing
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- The Key to Building a Business You Love: It’s Not Just About the What, It’s About the Who In this episode, Pat Rigsby discusses a common oversight many entrepreneurs make when building a business they are passionate about. Drawing from his experience co-authoring books on gym and sports facility ownership, he emphasizes that success is not solely dependent on the business concept (the 'what') but significantly on the people involved (the 'who'). He highlights the importance of marketing to attract the right team members and clients who align with your values and passion. Pat argues that enjoying your business and achieving long-term success hinges more on surrounding yourself with the right people than solely focusing on the type of work you do. 00:00 Introduction: The Missing Piece in Building a Business You Love 00:14 Personal Journey and Recent Projects 01:10 The Importance of 'Who' Over 'What' 02:05 Real-Life Examples and Personal Insights 04:01 The Role of Marketing in Attracting the Right People 05:58 Conclusion: Building a Business Around the Right People
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Fitness Business School - 647 - The Truth About Client Retention
12/01/2025
Fitness Business School - 647 - The Truth About Client Retention
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- The Truth About Retention: Building Strong Client Relationships In today's episode, Pat discusses the critical role of retention in business, particularly from his experience as a college baseball coach and business coach. He explains that retention is less about tethering clients to you and more about building strong connections through relationships and delivering results. Pat emphasizes that life circumstances may cause clients to pause their memberships, but maintaining a positive relationship ensures they are more likely to return. He advocates for prioritizing relationships and results over unbroken memberships to create long-term client loyalty and successful retention. 00:00 Introduction to Retention 00:11 Personal Experience with Retention 01:16 The Foundation of Retention: Relationships and Results 01:42 Client Lifetime Value vs. Unbroken Membership 02:15 Adapting to Changing Circumstances 03:10 Maintaining Long-Term Connections 05:14 Conclusion: Focus on Relationships and Results
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Fitness Business School - 646 - The Difference Between Marketing and the Truth
11/24/2025
Fitness Business School - 646 - The Difference Between Marketing and the Truth
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Beyond Quick Fixes: Transforming Yourself to Build a Successful Fitness Business In this episode, Pat discusses the crucial difference between marketing promises and the underlying truth of achieving long-term business success. He addresses the prevalence of instant gratification tactics on social media and emphasizes the importance of personal growth for business owners. He argues that sustainable success doesn't come from temporary campaigns or quick fixes but from evolving into the type of person capable of maintaining and improving business outcomes. He encourages gym owners to focus on becoming leaders who can create value for their clients and teams, drawing parallels to clients' fitness journeys and their relationship with food and exercise. 00:00 Introduction: Marketing vs. Truth 00:12 The Allure of Instant Gratification 01:21 The Owner Operating System 01:56 The Importance of Personal Growth 03:15 Long-Term Success Strategies 04:18 Conclusion: Addressing the Root Cause
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Fitness Business School - 645 - The Surest Path to Business Mediocrity
11/17/2025
Fitness Business School - 645 - The Surest Path to Business Mediocrity
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Breaking Free from Mediocrity: Innovative Pathways to Business Success In this episode, Pat discusses the surest path to mediocrity and the importance of breaking away from conventional methods to achieve business success. As a business coach, he highlights the common struggle of letting go of past practices and embracing new approaches. He shares personal stories of how thinking differently in managing college baseball programs, personal training businesses, and launching franchises led to significant growth and success. Emphasizing that the biggest risk is adhering to the status quo, Pat advocates for boldness, innovation, and learning from other industries to build a successful, scalable business that supports your life. The key takeaway is simple: to achieve better results, one must be willing to become better and different. 00:00 Introduction: The Path to Mediocrity 00:11 Breaking Away from the Norm 01:16 Innovative Business Strategies 02:21 The Courage to Be Different 03:36 The Risk of Staying the Same 05:35 Conclusion: Embrace Change for Success
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Fitness Business School - 644 - Is Bigger Really Better?
11/09/2025
Fitness Business School - 644 - Is Bigger Really Better?
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Is Bigger Really Better? Redefining Success in Entrepreneurship In today's episode, Pat challenges the notion that 'bigger is better' in business and advises against getting caught up in vanity metrics like the number of locations, top-line revenue, or social media reactions. He shares personal experiences of feeling unfulfilled after achieving perceived milestones and highlights the importance of defining your own version of success. Pat emphasizes intentional growth, pursuing improvement over sheer expansion, and warns against creating a success that you hate. He encourages listeners to map out what true success looks like for them personally and align their daily efforts towards that vision. 00:00 Introduction: Is Bigger Really Better? 00:11 The Trap of Vanity Metrics 00:43 Personal Experience with Vanity Metrics 01:52 The Reality of Chasing Bigger 02:18 Redefining Growth and Success 03:26 Intentional Growth and Personal Fulfillment 04:45 Conclusion: Know Your Destination
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Fitness Business School - BONUS - Standing Out and Getting Attention
11/07/2025
Fitness Business School - BONUS - Standing Out and Getting Attention
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Mastering Organic Marketing: Lessons in Standing Out In today's episode, Pat Rigsby discusses the increasing difficulty of standing out with organic content amidst the rise of AI-generated material. He shares insights from his wife Holly's successful engagement on social media. Holly, having had a top-selling fitness product and maintained a large customer base, managed to generate strong engagement with personal, relevant, and authentic posts. Pat emphasizes the importance of defining a clear target audience, building relationships, and truly engaging with followers. Tune in for actionable strategies to enhance your organic marketing efforts in a noisy digital landscape. 00:00 Introduction: The Challenge of Standing Out 01:05 Case Study: Holly's Success Story 03:49 Key Strategies for Engagement 05:57 Building Authentic Relationships 08:01 Conclusion: Blueprint for Organic Marketing
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Fitness Business School - 643 - Sprints and Seasons in Your Business
11/03/2025
Fitness Business School - 643 - Sprints and Seasons in Your Business
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Maximizing Productivity: The Power of Sprints and Seasons in Business In this episode, Pat dives into the concepts of 'sprints' and 'seasons' within the context of time management for business owners. He shares insights from his journey managing multiple business locations and roles, discussing how he strategically allocates time and energy to be most effective. By examining different times of the day and week for peak productivity, he emphasizes the importance of aligning professional and personal priorities, ultimately advocating for a rhythm that balances work with family life. Learn how to harness this approach to boost your business productivity while maintaining a meaningful personal life. 00:00 Introduction to Sprints and Seasons 00:10 Early Business Challenges and Time Management 01:45 Balancing Business and Family Life 02:54 Combining Sprints and Seasons for Efficiency 04:00 Effective Time Allocation Strategies 05:12 Maximizing Productivity with Sprints 06:54 Weekly Rhythms and Seasonal Planning 09:07 Conclusion: Optimizing Sprints and Seasons
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Fitness Business School - BONUS - Evolving to Stay Ahead in Business
10/31/2025
Fitness Business School - BONUS - Evolving to Stay Ahead in Business
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Stay Ahead of the Market: How to Evolve Your Business In this episode, Pat explores the importance of evolving to stay ahead in today's ever-changing market. Using examples from theme parks like Universal and Disney, as well as the restaurant industry, he illustrates how immersion, innovation, and customer-centric evolution have transformed these businesses. The discussion then shifts to the fitness industry, highlighting the challenges and missteps in current evolutionary trends. Emphasizing the importance of understanding and serving client needs, Pat provides valuable insights on successful long-term business evolution. Tune in to learn how you can adapt and thrive by making meaningful, client-focused changes. 00:00 Introduction: Staying Ahead of the Market 00:11 Theme Park Evolution: Immersive Experiences 02:23 Restaurant Industry: Fast Casual Revolution 03:56 Fitness Industry: Specialized Training Challenges 06:25 Key Elements of Successful Evolution 07:35 Conclusion: Adapting for Long-Term Success
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Fitness Business School - 642 - The Large Group Training Bubble
10/27/2025
Fitness Business School - 642 - The Large Group Training Bubble
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- The Evolution of Group Training: From Bootcamps to Small Groups Explore the journey of group training in the fitness industry from its early days with Bootcamp Blueprint to today's evolving landscape. Discover how economic shifts and franchising trends have influenced the move towards small group and team training models. Hear insights on the advantages of small group training over large group models and learn about successful strategies from industry leaders like Levi Memmer. Understand the importance of adapting to changes to sustain a profitable fitness business. 00:00 The Birth of Bootcamp Blueprint 01:42 Economic Factors and the Rise of Group Training 03:49 The Shift to Team Training 04:46 The Franchise Takeover 08:19 Challenges for Independent Gyms 09:48 Strategies for Success in Small Group Training
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Fitness Business School - BONUS - Fixing a Facility with Fred Zoller
10/24/2025
Fitness Business School - BONUS - Fixing a Facility with Fred Zoller
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Boosting Revenue in Sports Facilities: Fred's Success Story In this episode of The Fitness Business School, Pat Rigsby sits down with Fred Zoller, a long-time collaborator, to discuss the major turnaround Fred achieved after purchasing a local baseball facility. Fred shares insights into his decade-long journey in the fitness and sports business, his strategic moves to increase revenue by 50%, and the impactful changes made to membership models, software, staffing, and facility upgrades. Learn how Fred's marketing strategies and implementation of automated pitching machines contributed to a substantial growth in membership and revenue. This episode is a must-listen for sports facility owners looking for practical tactics to elevate their business. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:18 Fred's Background and Business Ventures 01:19 Acquiring the Baseball Facility 02:49 Initial Changes and Upgrades 03:52 Revenue Growth Strategies 06:36 Optimizing Membership and Pricing 09:19 Service Delivery Improvements 15:20 Marketing Overhaul 19:23 Leveraging Technology and Partnerships 22:58 Success Stories and Future Plans 29:41 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Fitness Business School - 641 - Winning Ugly in Business
10/20/2025
Fitness Business School - 641 - Winning Ugly in Business
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Embrace Imperfection: The Winning Ugly Strategy In this episode, the concept of 'winning ugly' is explored as a powerful strategy for success in both sports and business. Starting as a college baseball coach, Pat describes shifting from traditional methods to a more flexible approach that leverages available resources effectively. This philosophy prioritizes progress over perfection, encourages playing to strengths, and focuses on real-world feedback over imagined ideals. Learn how this mindset can help overcome perfectionism, drive continuous improvement, and ensure lasting success by embracing imperfection and adapting to reality. 00:00 Introduction to Winning Ugly 00:51 Transition from Traditional to Non-Traditional Approaches 01:53 Embracing Imperfection in Business 02:57 The Reality of Market Feedback 04:21 Playing to Your Strengths 05:29 Focusing on Progress Over Perfection 06:25 Conclusion: The Power of Winning Ugly
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Fitness Business School - 640 - How to Make More Money in Your Business
10/13/2025
Fitness Business School - 640 - How to Make More Money in Your Business
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Create Value to Increase Revenue: The Business Owner's Guide In this episode, we delve into the fundamental principles that business owners need to focus on to generate more revenue and profit. The key lies in shifting the mindset from what they can get to how they can create value for others and becoming the kind of person who can run a successful business. By solving important problems, reaching a wider audience, and consistently improving personal and business skills, financial success will naturally follow. Learn how the input you invest today directly impacts the outcomes you achieve tomorrow. 00:00 Introduction: The Desire for Wealth 00:27 Creating Value for Others 01:01 Understanding the Market 02:49 The Role of Personal Development 03:29 The Importance of Consistent Effort 04:14 Becoming a Better Business Owner 05:07 Conclusion: The Path to Wealth
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Fitness Business School - BONUS - Blending Tech and Fitness with Jason Moore of Spren
10/10/2025
Fitness Business School - BONUS - Blending Tech and Fitness with Jason Moore of Spren
Get more info at www.spren.com Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Revolutionizing Fitness Business with Sprint: The Ultimate Tool for Coaches In this episode of the Fitness Business School Podcast, host Pat Rigsby chats with Jason Moore, founder and CEO of Spren. They explore how Spren integrates tech and personal coaching to enhance fitness business operations. Jason discusses his journey from personal training to creating biometric tracking tools and the innovative camera tech that enables detailed body composition analysis using just a phone. Key topics include how Spren simplifies data collection, enhances client progress tracking, and supports nutritional guidance and behavioral changes outside the gym. This episode offers valuable insights for fitness business owners looking to grow their practice through technology. 00:00 Introduction and Special Offer 00:22 Meet Jason Moore: Founder of Spren 02:38 The Journey of Spren: From Concept to Success 04:30 Innovative Camera Technology for Body Composition 07:08 Integrating Spren into Small Fitness Businesses 11:18 The Importance of Nutrition and Behavioral Support 20:41 AI Assistant Coach: Enhancing Client Support 24:58 Conclusion and Contact Information 26:31 Special Announcement: Ideal Business Diagnostic
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Fitness Business School - 639 - Growing Your Business Through Transformations
10/06/2025
Fitness Business School - 639 - Growing Your Business Through Transformations
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- The Transformative Impact of Coaching: How a Success-First Mindset Benefits Everyone In this episode, we explore the rewarding journey of coaching through the eyes of a former college baseball coach and successful business owner. Reflecting on his experiences with former players, clients, and industry leaders like Eric Cressey, Dan Kennedy, and Vince Gabriel, Pat's discussion centers on the profound satisfaction derived from seeing those you coach achieve great success. Learn why fostering genuine relationships, celebrating others' achievements, and maintaining a transformational mindset can lead to personal fulfillment and long-term business success. 00:00 Reflecting on Coaching Success 01:16 Impact of Former Students and Clients 02:05 Challenges in the Fitness Industry 03:36 Healthy Coaching Mindset 04:44 Long-Term Coaching Rewards 06:46 Building a Fulfilling Business 07:32 Concluding Thoughts on Coaching
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Fitness Business School - 638 - Owning a Business Isn't Easy
09/29/2025
Fitness Business School - 638 - Owning a Business Isn't Easy
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Unlocking Business Success: Beyond Hard Work In this episode, find out about the harsh realities of being a business owner and why hard work alone isn't enough for success. Our host shares insights gleaned from countless conversations with business owners, emphasizing the importance of solving real problems, combining strengths, creating value, and playing to individual talents. Discover actionable tips to direct your time, effort, and perseverance more effectively, ensuring you build the business you've always dreamed of. 00:00 Introduction: The Tough Reality of Being a Business Owner 01:35 The Importance of Solving Real Problems 03:34 Combining Strengths for Business Success 06:19 Focusing on Value Over Effort 07:23 Playing to Your Strengths 08:16 Conclusion: Using Time, Effort, and Energy Wisely
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Fitness Business School - BONUS - Capturing the 50+ Market with Jay Croft
09/26/2025
Fitness Business School - BONUS - Capturing the 50+ Market with Jay Croft
Capturing the 50+ Fitness Market with Jay Croft In this episode of The Ideal Business Show, Pat Rigsby interviews Jay Croft, an expert in catering to the over-50 demographic in the fitness industry. Jay shares his extensive background in journalism and corporate communications, detailing his transition to founding Prime Fit Content, which provides marketing materials for fitness businesses targeting older adults. They discuss the importance of focusing on the rapidly growing 50+ fitness market, effective marketing strategies, and the launch of Jay's new book, 'Selling Longevity.' The conversation highlights how gyms can attract and retain older clients by addressing their specific fitness needs and concerns. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:00 Jay Croft's Background in Journalism 01:54 Transition to Fitness Industry 02:20 Identifying the Over 50 Fitness Market 04:11 Prime Fit Content and Marketing Strategies 07:06 Effective Marketing Channels for Older Demographics 11:50 Building Trust and Customer Experience 23:22 Jay's Book: Selling Longevity 26:15 Where to Find More Information
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Fitness Business School - 637 - Be Humble. Get Better.
09/22/2025
Fitness Business School - 637 - Be Humble. Get Better.
The Art of Information Aggregation and Execution in Business Success In this episode, Pat discusses the importance of aggregating and distilling information for both personal and business improvement. With nearly 20 years of experience coaching business owners and co-owning 40 businesses in the fitness industry, he shares insights on the impact of effective information use and the need for humility. Real-life examples highlight the difference between those who merely consume information and those who execute actionable steps to achieve remarkable success. Tune in to learn how to turn knowledge into tangible outcomes and overcome common stumbling blocks on your path to growth. 00:00 Introduction: Aggregating Information for Improvement 00:51 My Unique Coaching Journey 02:17 Learning from Conversations 03:27 Transplanting Knowledge Across Markets 04:42 Humility: A Key to Learning 06:51 From Knowledge to Action 07:08 The Story of Sam: Execution Over Consumption 10:17 Conclusion: Be Humble and Implement
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Fitness Business School - 636 - The Path to a Successful Business Structure
09/15/2025
Fitness Business School - 636 - The Path to a Successful Business Structure
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Leveraging Proven Strategies for Business Success In this insightful episode, Pat explores how revisiting and revitalizing past business tactics can drive significant success in the present market. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding historical marketing methods such as scholarships, sweepstakes, trials, and irresistible offers, and how these can be adapted for today's audience. By combining tried-and-true approaches with modern creativity and technology, businesses can enhance their strategies and achieve sustainable growth. Tune in to discover how learning from the past can springboard your business into the future. 00:00 Introduction: Embracing the End of Summer 00:45 Leveraging Proven Marketing Strategies 02:08 Modern Takes on Classic Marketing Plays 03:58 Building Relationships Before Selling 04:55 The Power of Irresistible Offers 06:37 Learning from the Past for Future Success 08:54 Conclusion: The Surest Path to Success
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Fitness Business School - 635 - Selling More by Creating a Power Offer
09/08/2025
Fitness Business School - 635 - Selling More by Creating a Power Offer
Are you a gym owner who wants to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Mastering the Art of Creating Irresistible Offers by Capitalizing on Trends In this episode, we delve into how to create compelling offers by leveraging current trends. The host outlines a step-by-step formula for aligning offers with personal values and market dynamics, using examples from the fitness and sports performance sectors. Key points include identifying hot topics, understanding public awareness, and filling knowledge gaps to meet consumer needs. The discussion highlights the importance of strategic marketing and offers insights into the practical application of trends like AI and GLP-1 medications in offer creation. 00:00 Introduction: Spotting Trendy Offers 00:46 Step 1: Align Offers with Your Values 01:28 Step 2: Identify Hot Topics and Trends 02:17 Step 3: Leverage Awareness Gaps 03:58 Step 4: Crafting a Trend-Based Offer 05:26 Step 5: Marketing to the Right Audience 06:58 Conclusion: Applying the Power Offer Formula
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Fitness Business School - 634 - When to Freshen Up Your Offer
09/06/2025
Fitness Business School - 634 - When to Freshen Up Your Offer
Are you a gym owner who wants to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! ---
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Fitness Business School - 633 - Stop. Continue. Start.
09/01/2025
Fitness Business School - 633 - Stop. Continue. Start.
Are you a gym owner who wants to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Stop, Continue, Start: Crafting Your Success Strategy for the New Year In this episode, we explore the powerful exercise of 'Stop, Continue, Start' to review and enhance your business strategy. Reflect on the past year to identify what activities and investments didn't serve you and should be stopped. Highlight what has worked well and needs to be continued to build momentum. Finally, consider new actions to start and maintain for sustained growth and success. This practical guide encourages intentional planning to ensure your efforts align with your business aspirations, leading to significant improvements in revenue, staff development, and personal growth. 00:00 Reflecting on the Past Year 00:58 Stop: Identifying What to Eliminate 02:26 Continue: Recognizing What Works 04:57 Start: Embracing New Initiatives 06:22 Crafting Your Ideal Week
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Fitness Business School - 632 - Creating a Championship Culture
08/24/2025
Fitness Business School - 632 - Creating a Championship Culture
Everybody talks about, oh, you gotta have good people. You gotta have the right people. That's what makes culture. I'm like, well, you know what? I've seen really good people really kind of flounder because they're not in the right environment. --- Are you a gym owner who wants to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- The Key to Success: The Right Environment for Your Team In this video, we explore the critical importance of creating the right environment for your team. While having good people is essential, their success is significantly influenced by the surrounding culture. Learn how to cultivate an atmosphere where individuals not only thrive but also contribute to a prosperous culture.
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Fitness Business School - 631 - What Game Are You Playing?
08/18/2025
Fitness Business School - 631 - What Game Are You Playing?
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- How to Set and Achieve Your Unique Business Goals In this episode, we discuss the importance of setting personalized business goals rather than copying others' targets. Learn how understanding the 'game' you want to play can help you measure success more effectively. Discover how your personal and professional priorities should shape your objectives and how these goals may evolve over time. The episode emphasizes the adaptation of proven strategies to fit individual strengths and circumstances for optimal growth and fulfillment. 00:00 Understanding the Importance of Personal Goals 01:00 Different Games, Different Success Metrics 01:32 Personal Priorities and Success 03:03 Evolving Goals Over Time 04:08 Defining Your Own Success 05:02 Adapting Strategies to Your Unique Path 05:58 Tailoring Success to Individual Needs 06:42 Embrace Your Unique Journey
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Fitness Business School - 630 - Being a Spectator as a Business Owner
08/11/2025
Fitness Business School - 630 - Being a Spectator as a Business Owner
Ready to grow your clientele & revenue? Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work. Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead? Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00! Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook! --- Unseen Struggles: The Reality Behind Success in Sports and Business In this episode, Pat jumps into the unseen challenges faced by high performers in both sports and the business world. Drawing from over 40 years of experience as a player and coach, primarily in baseball, he shares insights on the often invisible hurdles that players and business owners overcome. Pat discusses how spectators and novice entrepreneurs often overlook the hard work, consistency, and perseverance required to achieve success. With anecdotes from professional and Olympic athletes, as well as high-achieving business owners, this episode emphasizes the importance of dedication, long-term commitment, and refining systems to reach desired outcomes. 00:00 The Challenge of Being the Doer 01:59 Invisible Efforts in Sports and Business 04:23 The Reality Behind Success 05:31 Consistency and Perseverance 08:06 Becoming the Person Who Deserves Success 08:50 The Importance of Systems and Habits
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