The Game with Alex Hormozi

19. Attraction Offer. Free Pick Your Price. | $100M Lost Chapters Audiobook

Nov 14, 2025
Discover the intriguing concept of the attraction offer and how a COVID-era car wash inspired a revolutionary business strategy for gyms. Learn how pick-your-price models can enhance customer commitment while generating goodwill in low-trust environments. Alex shares practical examples across various businesses, from lemonade stands to dental practices. He emphasizes the importance of presenting tiered pricing and using offers as a commitment test. Get insights on closing sales effectively and encouraging higher bids through strategic pricing.
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ANECDOTE

Car Wash Sparked A Marketing Idea

  • Alex Hormozi describes stumbling on a 'free' car wash during COVID that relied on donations and inspired a business idea.
  • The experience highlighted goodwill, cash flow, and a high-margin service that translated into a gym marketing play.
ADVICE

Run A Free Offer With Pick-Your-Price Upsell

  • Market a promotional offer as free, then present a 'pick your price' upsell at checkout with framed benefits for paying more.
  • Offer tiered bonuses to nudge customers off zero while still delivering a free basic level to anyone who insists.
ADVICE

Use Three Tiers And The Silent Close

  • Create three payment levels (small, medium, large) and attach escalating bonuses to encourage nonzero payments.
  • Explain the pick-your-price system upfront, outline what each level gets, then ask for payment and stay silent.
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