8 Keys to Effective Business Partnerships
Introduction 8 Keys to Effective Business Partnerships Partnering is a critical element of nearly all businesses. We partner with employees and investors, in addition to actual business partners or co-owners. Effective partnering is evident in any successful organization that requires multiple human beings to achieve its objectives. Teams of all types require a few elements […]
5 Errors to Avoid: Employee Discipline
Introduction Error #1: Employee Discipline as Punishment Error #2: Employee Discipline as An I vs. You Confrontation Error #3: Too Late Error #4: A Non-Progressive Approach Error #5: Missing Root Causes 5 Errors to Avoid: Employee Discipline Greater focus, improved self-control, and increased self-discipline are only a few of the lasting benefits that a practitioner […]
Doing the Math to Calculate Martial Arts Business Success
Introduction A Formula to Calculate Martial Arts Business Success What are they and how do you determine these values? An Example to Illustrate Using the Numbers to Grow Your Business Why do some martial arts studios have 50 students while others have 500? Before delving into the multitude of factors contributing to martial arts business […]
Success in Your Business: Creating a Sense of Belonging & Purpose
Introduction Success in Your Business: Creating a Sense of Belonging & Purpose I am a big advocate of encouraging others to get creative with their ideas. In fact, about a year ago, I opened Fitness Compound, which offers a variety of fitness classes, programs, and training options including Zumba, cardio, Pilates, spinning, baseball, climbing, and […]
10 Ways to Get Involved & Make a Difference During National Bullying Prevention Month
Introduction 1. Download the 10 Steps to Stop and Prevent Bullying List 2. Take the Pledge: Stand Up for Bullied Students 3. Go Orange on Unity Day 4. Use PACER’s Activities for Youth 5. Plan a School Event 6. Host a Run, Walk, Roll Against Bullying Event in Your Community 7. Utilize the Stopbullying.gov Kids […]
How to Develop a Business Plan for Martial Arts & Fitness Businesses
Introduction Begin with your business vision. Perform a market analysis that evaluates your membership base and competition. Develop a financial budget for the fiscal year that ties into your market analysis. How to Develop a Business Plan for Martial Arts & Fitness Businesses Developing a membership-based business plan is a great tool to help you […]
The Essential Event Pick List for Martial Arts Schools [Infographic]
Introduction The Essential Event Pick List for Martial Arts Schools [Infographic] Running an event is arguably one of the best things you can do for your martial arts business. Doing so provides three great benefits: 1) New leads2) Solid retention3) Supplemental revenue (if you choose to charge for your events) Now that you know why […]
Sales Scripts to Improve Your Martial Arts Membership Selling Skills
Introduction Membership Selling Sales Script: Answering the Price Question: How much is it to join? Appointment Tip for Prospective Members Sales Scripts to Improve Your Martial Arts Membership Selling Skills The truth is that price is just one of the objections you’ll face during membership selling. In order to turn a hesitant prospect into a […]
Martial Arts Summer Events & Marketing Strategies
Introduction 1. Fun Fridays 2. Events 3. Attendance 4. Marketing Martial Arts Summer Events & Marketing Strategies Anyone who follows the show Game of Thrones knows the famous saying, “Winter is coming,” which is a warning of difficult times to come. For most martial arts and fitness-based businesses, fall and winter tend to be our best times […]
How to (And How Not to) Run Your Martial Arts and Fitness Events
Introduction I Handled the Registration Process on My Own On to the Next Event Fast Forward 20 Years: What I’ve Learned Keep In Mind Let’s be real; let’s be smart; let’s work hard. How to (And How Not to) Run Your Martial Arts and Fitness Events “I’ve tried special events. They don’t work. I never […]