Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Expansion Code, Heather sits down with longtime friend and Sherwood Park gym owner, Justin Cross, for a real and tactical convo on building a thriving personal training business from scratch. Justin shares how he went from a one-man operation grinding out 130% days to building a team and mentorship program rooted in purpose, systems, and relationships.
Whether you’re in fitness, beauty, or any service-based business, Justin’s leadership lessons and growth mindset will hit home. They talk about hiring through practicum placements, the importance of soft skills, building SOPs, and why being the best on your team isn’t the goal as a leader.
What You’ll Learn:
- How Justin used practicum students to grow his business strategically
- Why strong systems = more time and better client experience
- The hiring lesson that changed his leadership style
- Why you need to start building SOPs before you’re ready to hire
- The one mindset shift that helped him get out of burnout mode
- How relationships and referrals beat marketing (and social media!)
Connect with Justin:
Grab your free week of training and see what the buzz is about!
This Episode is Brought to You By Blush Artistry
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Resources & References:
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