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#65: Mike Heinstein — $200M in Advice, What’s Next in Climbing Gyms, Lessons from Europe, The Best Model for Climbers, Chains vs Communities, The Value of Routesetting, Opening Your Own Gym, Learning from Snowboarding Culture and Climbing for Life

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Climbing Gym Entrepreneurship Essentials

This chapter delves into the dynamics of starting a climbing gym, emphasizing the balance between passion and strategic planning. It covers key factors for success, including location selection, understanding customer demographics, and community engagement, while exploring 'greenfield opportunities' for underserved areas. Through practical advice and real-world examples, aspiring entrepreneurs are encouraged to innovate and create supportive environments for climbers.

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