Episode 284: Your Best Instructor Just Quit - Now What

In this episode of the Female emPOWERED Podcast, host Christa Gurka tackles one of the more stressful realities of being a business owner — when a rockstar team member gives notice. Whether it’s an instructor, therapist, or front desk leader, losing someone who plays a vital role can feel like a major blow. But Christa reminds listeners that “everything is figureoutable” — and with the right mindset and strategy, staff turnover can actually be a growth opportunity, not just a setback.

Christa walks through how to handle resignations calmly and professionally, why communication is key for both your team and clients, and how to assess whether your internal systems are prepared for the change. She also shares her insights from years of running Pilates in the Grove, including the importance of building a strong brand, investing in training, and always having a recruitment pipeline in place. If you’re navigating staff turnover — or want to prepare in advance — this episode is a must-listen.

Key Takeaways:

• Approach staff resignations with professionalism, not panic
• Use the situation to evaluate systems, roles, and responsibilities
• Strong company culture reduces dependency on individual personalities
• Invest in team training and growth to improve retention
• Always be recruiting — even when you’re fully staffed

Ready to dive deeper?

•  Learn more and access hiring tools in the FitBiz Foundations Membership at www.christagurka.com/fitbiz-foundations
•  DM Christa on Instagram @ChristaGurka to share how you’ve handled a team member leaving
•  Want support creating a team culture that keeps people invested? Join the membership for just $99/month and gain access to hiring trainings, leadership support, and more!