The Personal Trainer Hustle

105. Listener Q & A: Deciding How Much To Charge & Choosing A Location To Start Training Clients with LaTonya "Opanike" Shelton (Fitness In Plain Sight)

Today's Listener Q & A episode is with Opanike Shelton from Fitness In Plain Sight in Nashville, TN. We got to learn about her business and spoke about ideas we could implement in the growth of her business. If you are starting your personal training business and you are not sure where you should be conducting your training sessions or are still wondering what price point would be best for you to start with. Today's episode can help you think about it differently and help you make a decision to move forward.
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104. Guest Listener Q & A: Moving From Corporate Training to Private and Advertising Through Social Media Platforms with Megan Snyder

Today we got to talk with Megan Snyder from Megan Snyder Fitness in San Diego, Ca. We learned about her experience starting her career at a corporate gym and then starting her own personal training business while living in New York. We also discussed using different platforms for advertising and the differing results we have gotten from them. I hope you will listen and enjoy our conversation.
Follow Megan Snyder on Instagram @megansnyderfitness
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103. The Elements Of Prospecting

Today we are doing a deep dive into all the parts of prospecting. Wether you have to prospect in the gym or at a shopping center today's episode will cover many different elements and techniques in prospecting. I share with you my personal experiences and advice for you to have a deeper understanding of the process.
 
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102. If I Was Starting Over Today

These are ten things I would do if a was starting my career over as a personal trainer today. If you are just getting your personal training career started I would highly suggest that you listen to this episode and take note on the ten ideas I would implement if I was in the same situation. 
 
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101. How Analysis Paralysis Is Affecting Your Sales Presentation

What happens when you start showing a potential client your plans, rates and packages? Do they say they need to think about it? Do they leave without making a decision to train with you? It could be because of analysis paralysis. In today's episode we explore what this term means, how it prevents your sales and how you can fix this problem to have more potential costumers commit to a plan.
 
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100. 7 Life Changing Lessons I Learned From Becoming A Personal Trainer

Today I talk about my start as a personal trainer and share my top seven life changing lessons in personal training success. When I started I was lost, confused and let down by the reality of creating a career in personal training. I had to learn how to grow my client base and sell myself as a coach. Today's episode will teach you the areas in which I made changes and how those changes changed the trajectory of my personal training career for the better.
 
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99. Q & A: How Do I Talk To Clients About Nutrition When I Am Not A Nutritionist?

Today's question: I am terrified of talking about nutrition with clients regarding what to eat and figuring out macros. What is your opinion on using meal planning software?
Nutrition is a touchy subject as a personal trainer certified to physically train individuals. Today I share six points and things to consider when addressing this conversation with your clients.
 
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98. 10 Things To Learn While Working At Your Gym Before Moving On

These are ten lessons you should learn from working at a gym that will increase your chances of success. Wether you are looking to grow in your current job or are thinking about moving on to other roles or business. These are ten things that you need to learn while your are starting your career.
 
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97.Q & A: How Much Experience Should I Get Before Trying To Open My Own Gym?

Today's question comes from Lindsey. Question: " I started my personal training business year and I am determined to make a career working for myself and doing what I love which is helping other women feel empowered through strength training. I am looking for advice  on how much experience I should get before try to open my own gym?"
 
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96. Sales Advice When A Prospect Says They Want To Talk To Their Spouse First

How do you handle a potential costumer saying they need to go home and talk to their partner or spouse? Do you get aggressive? Do you freeze? Or do you treat them with respect and understanding?
Today I go over my personal method on how to best deal with this situation. I hope it can help you on your next first workout with a new potential costumer.
 
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