Business of Fitness with Jason Khalipa

Short and sweet, but bringing the heat! We're making bold claims here on Tuesday morning: People should be looking forward to their monthly membership fees. Say what? Yep, you heard it right. Being a part of the boutique fitness space, we have an obligation to provide top notch service to our athletes. Owners and coaches alike should use each day and every class as an opportunity to renew members. Today, Jason provides insights as to how to accomplish this and how to leave your members stoked, appreciated, and ready for that credit card statement to post.

Today Jason and MDV tackle what it takes to takeover an existing gym operation. Let's face it, we've all thought it would be cool to own our own affiliate, and if given the opportunity, would jump at the chance of taking over an already successful business. But, there's more to it than that (obviously). Jason and MDV are here to highlight what exactly that "more" is. The two pose important questions surrounding ROI, culture, core values, and a micro vs. macro exit strategy. Whether new to owning a gym or you're ready to get out and try on another business venture, this one's for you!

Jason dives into the importance of getting comfortable with having uncomfortable talks, setting clear expectations, and constantly striving to improve everyday.

Today Jason sits down with Wodify's Chief Operations Officer, Eric, to discuss trends, efficiencies, and strategies for affiliates. Between the two lies decades of fitness industry experience, making this one of our most informative episodes to date. Whether it's tips on creating and maintaining a thriving culture, or providing tools and insights for making your business run more smoothly, these two have it covered. Go to www.wodify.com/ncfit for more details

Episode 56 | 21-15-9 to New Members by NCFIT Collective

Jason shares his thoughts on the recent changes in CFHQ’s social media. Focus on what is in your control and keep getting after it!

Today Jason recaps the week we've had at NCFIT. Not even the pros are foolproof, and today's episode dives into exactly that. This week Jason, the business, and even his family were threatened with a lawsuit by a previous landlord. Jason explains how and why this happened, and how gym owners and buisness owners alike can avoid such a hassle. Discussing things like effective communication, "bro deals," and verbal contracts, everyone has something to learn from today's show. Enjoy!

Today we sit down with Jason, MDV, and Matt Walker. Together the three discuss things they've learned at NCFIT this week including the internship and onboarding of a new coach, unforeseen permit problems, and takeaways from meetings with aspiring gym owners. It's no secret that fitness has both changed countless amounts of lives and is truly inspiring. However, even though this inspiration can motivate us to want to share the gift of fitness with others, Jason, Matt, and MDV explain why it isn't that easy. Discussing things from creating a culture to dropping an unexpected $9800 on an operations permit, the three cover a lot of bases here in regards to opening, maintaining, and growing an affiliate. Get your notebook ready.

There's no need to recreate the wheel; odds are there's someone(s) out there living out our business dreams. There's nothing setting you apart from this person. You could have the same potential, same drive, and same values as this business owner, making that person the perfect mentor. Today Jason shares steps that help us move away from a. competition standpoint in business, and instead allows for growth and support from one another. Breaking down how to find a mentor, what incredible lessons he's learned from mentors of his own, and how to stay accountable to the new tools gained, coaches, gym owners, and buiness owners alike won't want to miss this one.

Today we sit down with Evan Mathis, general manager of multiple NCFit locations. Evan has been with the team for almost 5 years now, and has held multiple positions within the company. Evan shares his story and the skills he's learned along the way, explainig what it takes to go from part-time coach to general manager. He breaks down daily gym operations, member retention, and how to build and matain an effective team.

"Today Jason sits down with both Lauren Fisher and Rasmus Andersen. We chat business, re-branding, fitness, living/coaching in Dubai, and competing in competitive CrossFit together. The two make a perfect pair on and off the competition floor, fueling each other to be better at both business and fitness. Explaining the reasoning behind recent re-brand, Lauren and Rasmus share why it's so important to have a relatable story behind your brand. Find out what this couple is doing differently, and how they're making their mark on the online fitness world. You can find both Lauren and Rasmus on Instagram at @laurenfisher and @rasmuswandersen Find out more about Grown Strong at grownstrong.com And, be sure to follow the two this year at the CrossFit Games!"

On today's episode of Business of Fitness, we do things a little differently. Jason sits down with The Realness host and Lifestyle Design Program Founder, Conner Moore, to talk about how much growth, positivity, and opportunity can stem from ""failure."" Conner explains how closing doors on his gym provided more clarity, self-discovery, and direction than he ever thought imaginable. We dive into topics including what warning signs to look for when scouting a gym location, how to most effectively utilize your time and resources to benefit your business needs, and how to act in alignment with your goals and values. If you're interested in getting involved with the Lifestyle Design Program, the Realness Retreats, or Podcast head over to gettherealness.com. You can also find Conner on Instagram: @connerwanders

Today Jason sits down with Iron and Mortar Summit founders, Layci and Brenden. Creating a space where shakers, movers, and influencers in the fitness community can connect, collaborate, and instruct, Layci and Brenden have an awesome event in store for attendees. Today's episode dives into what makes an effective business and how to get core values, visions, and missions align. The three provide easy to implement steps to help grow your business and keep members happy. Interested in attending the summit? You can check it out here: theironandmortarsummit.com

Today Jason and MDV dive deeper into the athlete experience. As coaches and gym owners we have the opportunity to be the best part of our athletes' day, and, in today's episode, Jason and MDV dive into exactly that. From the moment the lights turn on, until the minute the doors roll down, the two share tips for keeping your athletes engaged, happy, and receiving the best experience possible.

Episode 46 | You Can't Skip Steps by NCFIT Collective