As a gym owner, you're constantly striving to grow your business and provide the best possible experience for your members. But did you know that joining a national fitness association can significantly impact your bottom line, including member and staff retention?
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of advocacy: Discover how industry associations are lobbying governments to create favourable policies for gyms.
- The benefits of joining an association: Learn about the resources and support available to members, such as networking opportunities, educational materials, and industry expertise.
- How to advocate for your business: Gain insights into effective advocacy strategies that can help you shape the future of the fitness industry.
By listening to this episode, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the role of industry associations and how they can benefit your gym. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and grow your business. Listen to the episode now!
Our favourite quotable moments:
“If you can't talk dollars to the government, they're not interested." - Barrie Elvish
"We need to be part of the health continuum moving forward. And we are leading fitness through health." - Liz Clark
"EQ is responsible for upwards of 60% of workplace performance." - Lindsay Vastola
"[The Fitness industry] needs to be recognized as a key player in preventive healthcare." - Barrie Elvish
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Resources:
Continue the conversation in our LinkedIn Community
Mystery Shopping for Fitness Businesses - Website
Barrie Elvish - LinkedIn
AusActive - Website
Liz Clark - LinkedIn
Health & Fitness Association - Website
Richard Beddie - LinkedIn
Exercise New Zealand - Website
Fit for Office - Website
Myzone - Website
Wise Words Guest:
Lindsay Vastola - LinkedIn and Website
Vast Potential - Website
Sponsor’s Pitch:
Egym - Website
Dana Milkie - LinkedIn
REX Trusted Suppliers:
Smart Health Clubs - Website
Saltbox - Website
Reinig Insurance - Website
Club Com - Website
REX Roundtables - Website and Email
About Your Host: Justin “JT” Tamsett is a seasoned fitness industry veteran and passionate advocate for promoting physical activity. His mission is to reduce the health care costs across the globe by having more people move and move more often. JT’s hope is that his daughter Zoe can grow up in a world full of opportunity rather than one where governments and communities don’t have the burden of an ageing and sickening population. With over 30 years of experience, JT has owned gyms, coached fitness classes, and now specialises in business coaching for fitness entrepreneurs.
Through his company, Active Management, JT provides guidance and support to gym owners worldwide, empowering them to build successful businesses and contribute to a healthier society. He also leads 8 REX Roundtables in the US and Australia, spoken at over 40 conferences in 23 countries, and consulted with gyms worldwide. JT’s commitment to improving health extends beyond his professional endeavours, as he has also dedicated himself to coaching various sports and actively participates in industry organisations.
Related: Fitness industry advocacy training, public health campaigns, mental health awareness, physical activity promotion, physical activity promotion video, member retention, member retention strategies, gym member retention, Emotional intelligence (EQ), emotional intelligence in the workplace, COVID-19 impact on fitness industry, Membership cancellation laws, gym membership sales, gym mem
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