Listen "Episode 18 - What Do You Really Want? Business Insights from Thom Plummer"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Coaches Unscripted Podcast, host Trey Belcher and Coach Corey Smallwood welcome fitness industry veteran Thom Plummer. They discuss the evolution of the fitness industry, the challenges gym owners face, and the importance of targeting demographics in marketing. Thom shares insights on finding the right mentorship, the cyclical nature of fitness trends, and the significance of networking and community building. The conversation also touches on key strategies for gym owners to succeed and personal stories from Thom and Corey about their journey in the fitness world.fitness industry, business strategies, gym marketing, mentorship, networking, demographic targeting, fitness trends, coaching, community building, gym ownership00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest01:23 The Evolution of the Fitness Industry02:56 Challenges in the Fitness Business06:46 The Shift from Methodology to Demographics11:42 Finding the Right Mentorship16:30 The Importance of Marketing in Fitness22:49 Personal Stories and Networking in Fitness31:54 Future of Fitness Education and Networking33:46 Aviation Miles vs. Wine Consumption35:28 The Impact of the Pandemic on the Industry37:01 The Lost Art of In-Person Interaction38:46 Stories from the Industry: Pete Grymkowski43:54 The Importance of Networking and Connection47:02 Creating a Welcoming Environment for Learning51:36 Final Thoughts on Business and Personal Goals59:53 THE COACHES UNSCRIPTED PODCAST (Presentation).mp4
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