Episodes

  • THIS is the #1 Reason Your New Hires Aren’t Sticking Around

    THIS is the #1 Reason Your New Hires Aren’t Sticking Around
    Nov 19 2024
    Think hiring is over once they sign? Not even close. Most studios drop the ball here, and end up with team members who burn out, flake or just show up for the paycheck. Last week, we showed you how to write a job ad that cuts through the noise and pulls in driven people. Now let’s talk about what happens after they walk through your door. This is where you find out if you’ve got a winner. You’ll hear: Questions that will show you if someone has grit (or if they will flake when things get hard) The biggest mistake studios are making once someone signs the contract How to tell if someone’s the right fit for your culture The one thing I GUARANTEE you are missing from your hiring funnel Our top tip for getting your members hyped about the new trainer … and a whole lot more If you missed Part One where we speak about how to write a job ad that will GUARANTEE you the best Applicants you’ve ever seen… Queue it up next on Spotify or Apple. Ready to write your Team Handbook? Check our our episode on Spotify or Apple and then send it to Doza on IG @hey.doza or @thegeronimocacademy and he’ll review it for you. Download the 5 Star Session Scorecard here. If you want any help with building your dream team, reach out to us here, and we’ll give you a three step action plan for FREE. Prefer watching to listening? Check out the video version of the podcast here.
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    34 mins
  • The Job Ad That Will GUARANTEE You the Best Applicants You’ve Ever Seen

    The Job Ad That Will GUARANTEE You the Best Applicants You’ve Ever Seen
    Nov 12 2024
    Things are getting spicy on the pod today… we’re reviewing (and roasting) your job ads. Listen in to find out if it's yours. So many studios complain that they put up a job ad and receive the WORST applicants, and cover letters that look like they were written by Chat GPT. Have you ever considered that your job ad looks like it was written by Chat GPT? If you read your job ad, would you even want to work at your studio? Today we are taking you through our method for hiring incredible team members that never misses. You’ll hear: How to write a KILLER job ad that will get you the BEST team Everything that’s wrong with the job ads on Seek right now The phone screening questions that will get rid of anyone who's wasting your time The original Studio Manager job ad that landed us INCREDIBLE staff for our multi-award-winning studio … and a whole lot more Make sure you click “follow” on the pod or over on IG @thegeronimoacademy so that you don’t miss next week's Part Two (we’re talking how to KEEP your dream staff member). Queue these episodes up next: ➡️ The Team Handbook: What It Is and WHY Your Studio Needs It (Spotify / Apple) ➡️ You Will NOT Grow With a Team of Casuals (Spotify / Apple) Prefer watching to listening? Check out the video version of the podcast here. WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we’d like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3 Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours here Find out more about working with Geronimo at thegeronimoacademy.com Want to follow along behind the scenes? Check out @thegeronimoacademy and @hey.doza
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    35 mins
  • The Truth Behind Why Some Studios Are Having Record Months & Others Are Shutting Down

    The Truth Behind Why Some Studios Are Having Record Months & Others Are Shutting Down
    Nov 5 2024
    76% of our clients are having RECORD breaking months. Right. Now. Yep. They’re not just growing. They’re hitting record revenue, and getting more members through their doors than ever. Today’s episode is in our NEW STUDIO SETUP (Check it out over on YouTube if you haven’t seen it already) and we’re doing something different this time. Soph is letting loose and telling you EXACTLY what is setting apart the ‘Rich’ from the ‘Poor’ Studios (or Brokies as we like to call them). All so that you know exactly how to set yourself and your studio up for success. Tip: Take notes of where you might be acting like a ‘poor studio owner’ and listen out for how you can fix it. You’ll hear: Why right now is Money Making Season The main behaviours that are keeping some owners BROKE (make sure you’re not doing this) What’s really driving the success of these studios if it's NOT the logo What the winning HQs are doing differently How to keep clients around instead of watching them walk out the door And make sure you don’t miss these eps as well The Only Thing Standing in the Way of You and a Multi-Million Dollar Studio IS You Apple Spotify 850 Members & 2.3% Churn Rate: Tribe's Owner Reveals His Game-Changing Strategies Apple Spotify WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we’d like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3 Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours here Want to follow along behind the scenes? Check out @thegeronimoacademy and @hey.doza
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    31 mins
  • The 1:1 Meeting Formula You Need to Increase Productivity, Team Morale AND Have Your Team Upskilling Themselves

    The 1:1 Meeting Formula You Need to Increase Productivity, Team Morale AND Have Your Team Upskilling Themselves
    Oct 29 2024
    Are you a business owner or team leader who is tired of micromanaging your team? Do you want a high-performing, loyal team that drives profit and keeps the business running when you’re away? Keep reading. This episode isn’t just another ‘tick-the-box’ meeting guide. It’s a step-by-step breakdown of how you can transform your leadership game and see results, not excuses. In 15 minutes, you’re going to learn the formula for effective one-on-ones that will: Increase productivity in your team Increase team morale Help to remove the employees dragging down your business And develop the team members who genuinely want to stay Let’s go. Prefer watching to listening? Check out the video version of the podcast here. WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we’d like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3 Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours here Want to follow along behind the scenes? Check out @thegeronimoacademy and @hey.doza
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    20 mins
  • The 20 Minute Routine That Will 10x Your Week: Separation Sunday

    The 20 Minute Routine That Will 10x Your Week: Separation Sunday
    Oct 22 2024
    Alright, let’s cut to the chase. Today, I’m giving you the exact system that’s completely transformed my business and life: Separation Sunday. If you’re like most business owners, you’re probably running from one task to the next all week but still aren’t seeing the results you want. Why? Because you’re focusing on the wrong stuff. In this episode, I’m breaking down my personal, no-BS productivity routine that takes me less than 20 minutes every Sunday. This is the same system that has turned our clients into million-dollar studios. You’ll learn: A tactic to clear your mental space so you can focus on moving your business forward (not in the weeds of the business!) The productivity hack that will keep you on track and free up your time for what really matters How to finish every Friday with a “F*ck yeah” …all in the time that it takes you to drink a coffee. Grab the Separation Sunday template here, and make sure to post it to your IG story and tag me @hey.doza. Prefer watching to listening? Check out the video version of the podcast here. WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we’d like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3-Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours here Want to follow along behind the scenes? Check out @thegeronimoacademy and @hey.doza
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    19 mins
  • 3 Ways You’re Losing Money Every Single Session (Even if Your Classes Are Full)

    3 Ways You’re Losing Money Every Single Session (Even if Your Classes Are Full)
    Oct 15 2024
    This topic is something that has got me so fired up. I’ve been doing a lot of travelling recently which means I’ve visited a lot of gyms. And what I have found… has shocked me. In almost every gym I’ve been to, I’ve seen dollars literally walking right out the door, so today I am talking about the three ways you are probably losing money every single session. But the good news? It’s entirely preventable AND instead of just making sure you’re not making costly mistakes… I’m going to teach you how to get bonus revenue from every session instead. Here’s how. You’ll hear: How to convert a casual visitor into a full-time member in just 3 sessions The small tweak to make to your roster that will improve your bottom line Ways to turn every session into a sales event and not just a workout … and a whole lot more And if you don’t have the systems dialed in or you don’t know where to begin - book a free 15-minute call here. Listen to Ash’s mindset episode ‘The Only Thing Standing in the Way of You and a Multi-Million Dollar Studio IS You’ on Spotify / Apple Prefer watching to listening? Check out the video version of the podcast here. WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we’d like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3-Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours here Want to follow along behind the scenes? Check out @thegeronimoacademy and @hey.doza
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    16 mins
  • The Fastest Growing UBX in NZ: How Liv Added $240k to her Bottom Line

    The Fastest Growing UBX in NZ: How Liv Added $240k to her Bottom Line
    Oct 8 2024
    You’ve heard me speak about her on the pod before… Today I’m sitting down with Liv, the owner of the FASTEST growing UBX in New Zealand. From running three studios, leaving home at 3 am to drive to her third studio (without taking away from her working hours), and feeling burnt out… Liv shares how she went from “winging it” to becoming a thriving multi-studio owner, who now brings in over $240k in additional profit annually. On today’s episode, Liv is walking us through her game-changing strategies including how she hired the team member who completely turned her business around, and how she has staff thanking her for her leadership decisions. Tune in to find out: The steps Liv took to add 150+ members to her studio in 6 months! How Liv built a strong, aligned team that actually looks out for each other The change that stopped Liv from having to micromanage her team Strategies to managing multiple studios while maintaining balance in her work life and personal life Prefer watching to listening? Check out the video version of the podcast here. Check out Liv’s studios on IG @ubxormiston @ubxmteden or at @oliviaashbys Liv’s Studio Websites: www.ubxtraining.com/gym/Ormiston www.ubxtraining.com/gym/MountEden WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we’d like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3 Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours here Want to follow along behind the scenes? Check out @thegeronimoacademy and @hey.doza
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    29 mins
  • 4 Steps to Capitalise on Studios Shutting Down in Your Area

    4 Steps to Capitalise on Studios Shutting Down in Your Area
    Oct 1 2024
    When another studio shuts down, you are being given the opportunity to make 3 months of sales… in two weeks. Remember: these leads already have a vision, a goal they are working towards, and a training schedule. And it is in their own best interest to fill that gap as quickly as possible. That’s where you come in. But you have to do it the right way. This episode is all about how you can turn that closure into a massive opportunity to boost your membership and grow your business. I’m talking all about how to gain 50+ new members in just a few weeks, the secret formula to creating your own luck in business and how to approach it legally (no spam laws). Start preparing now. You’ll hear: 03:03 - How to get the studio owner on your side as a collaborator so that they can introduce you to their members + the exact email you need to send 06:45 - The correct way to run an ‘Open Week’ that will have displaced flocking to your studio 10:19 - The lead sequence that puts you ahead of 80% of competing studios, making you the top option 13:35 - Key steps to convert these leads into full-time members + a horror story of a client who failed this last sprint … and a whole lot more Prefer watching to listening? Check out the video version of the podcast here. Want the sales script? Hit me up on IG @hey.doza. WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we’d like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3-Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours here Want to follow along behind the scenes? Check out @thegeronimoacademy and @hey.doza
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    20 mins