Listen "Can Your Gym Survive Without You - From Job Owner to Business Builder"
Episode Synopsis
You might own a gym… but can it actually run without you?If stepping away for even a day feels impossible, there’s a bigger issue at play.In this episode, Randy and Zach walk through the three levels of building a business:making sure your recurring revenue exceeds your operating expensesdeveloping systems that allow you to scaleturning the business into a true asset that can run (and even sell) without youThese are actually the checkpoints that show if you're running a business that works… or stuck working in a business that runs you.Randy and Zach also explain:what to prioritize based on your current business phasehow to shift from daily operator to strategic ownerwhy systems and team development are non-negotiablewhat freedom really looks like for gym ownersIf you’ve ever said, “I just need to get through this week,” without thinking about the bigger picture, you’re not alone.But if you tune in, you’ll learn how to spot your current phase, develop the right skills, and start building a real business that scales whether you’re there or not.Let’s dive in.Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00)Three business phases: profit, scale, asset (00:38)Most gym owners struggle to become profitable (03:03)Always align strategy with your current phase (06:01)Each phase has its own currency focus (10:26)Systemizing creates time, leverage, and freedom (12:26)Delegation requires training both staff and self (14:24)New levels demand new owner skill sets (19:07)Additional Resources:- Schedule your SpringBoard call- Apply to join The Iron Circle- Check out our Switch to Semi-Private course- Get 30 days of Semi-Private Pro on us!- A tool for deciding on new gym services – 5-Question Matrix- Tim's new book – Built to Win by Tim Lyons - ProFit Accelerator: Helping Training Gyms Grow to 30K/month and Beyond Facebook group ---If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts!
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