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Behind Gym Doors | A Fitness Business Podcast

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Jan 26, 2024 • 7min

322: Is Closing a Business Considered a Failure (7mins)

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we’re tackling a big question—Is closing your business considered a failure? It could be. It might not be. It all depends on a few key factors. Tune in as we break it all down! 🚀 Want to grow your gym? Visit loudrumor.com/discover to schedule a call and learn how to scale your fitness business. To learn more go to LoudRumor.com Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor/# Mike Arce- CEO & Founder of Loud Rumor Loud Rumor- Where the Best Gyms Go to Grow  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor/ Mike Arce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikearcelive/ Loud Rumor: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor
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Jan 25, 2024 • 11min

321: Do Your People REALLY Like You? (10mins)

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we’re diving into a critical leadership question: As a leader, you're tasked with quite a few things. Is being liked one of them? See what I, Steve Jobs, John C. Maxwell, Marcus Aurelius, Peter Drucker, and the Harvard Business Review had to say about it. 🚀 Want to grow your gym? Visit loudrumor.com/discover to schedule a call and learn how to scale your fitness business. To learn more go to LoudRumor.com Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor/# Mike Arce- CEO & Founder of Loud Rumor Loud Rumor- Where the Best Gyms Go to Grow  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor/ Mike Arce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikearcelive/ Loud Rumor: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor
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Jan 24, 2024 • 18min

320: My 21 Year Marketing Secret 🤫(18mins)

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, I’m sharing a powerful marketing strategy I accidentally discovered when I was just 20 years old. I tripped and fell on this amazing marketing strategy that I STILL use today as the cornerstone of any strategy I run.  And I always will. 🚀 Want to grow your gym? Visit loudrumor.com/discover to schedule a call and learn how to scale your fitness business. To learn more go to LoudRumor.com Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor/# Mike Arce- CEO & Founder of Loud Rumor Loud Rumor- Where the Best Gyms Go to Grow  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor/ Mike Arce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikearcelive/ Loud Rumor: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor
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Jan 23, 2024 • 18min

319: Forget the Market, Pay for the Outcome | How to Compensate (18mins)

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we’re diving into a game-changing approach to compensation. I don't care what the market pays employees, contractors, or vendors. It doesn't matter to me. I don't pay for the position, I don't pay by the market, I pay for the outcome that I'm looking to achieve. This episode is 100% about how to compensate strategically to achieve your goals better and more efficiently. 🚀 Want to grow your gym? Visit loudrumor.com/discover to schedule a call and learn how to scale your fitness business. To learn more go to LoudRumor.com Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor/# Mike Arce- CEO & Founder of Loud Rumor Loud Rumor- Where the Best Gyms Go to Grow  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor/ Mike Arce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikearcelive/ Loud Rumor: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor
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Jan 22, 2024 • 9min

318: Handling Judgement Like a Stoic (9mins)

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, I break down a conversation I had with a multi-location gym owner that was getting a lot of judgement from members and staff around changes she was making. Although all changes were for the greater good of everyone involved, she took a lot of heat.  I break down how I handle moments like that and share a story about the conversation I had with my son in the hot tub after he saw someone publicly called me a scammer. 🚀 Want to grow your gym? Visit loudrumor.com/discover to schedule a call and learn how to scale your fitness business. To learn more go to LoudRumor.com Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor/# Mike Arce- CEO & Founder of Loud Rumor Loud Rumor- Where the Best Gyms Go to Grow  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor/ Mike Arce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikearcelive/ Loud Rumor: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor
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Jan 19, 2024 • 7min

317: 2 Techniques to Handle Tough Conversations (7mins)

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we’re diving into the art of tough conversations with staff. Having a set of techniques to communicate more effectively is important. We'll share 2 very powerful techniques we use at Loud Rumor to separate the 'personal feelings' that come along with feedback and criticism to have more productive conversations. 🚀 Want to grow your gym? Visit loudrumor.com/discover to schedule a call and learn how to scale your fitness business. To learn more go to LoudRumor.com Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor/# Mike Arce- CEO & Founder of Loud Rumor Loud Rumor- Where the Best Gyms Go to Grow  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor/ Mike Arce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikearcelive/ Loud Rumor: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor
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Jan 18, 2024 • 58min

316: The Art of Sales in Fitness: Overcoming Objections & Building Trust

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, we’re transforming sales rejection into rocket fuel for success! Welcome to a powerhouse episode where we dissect the art of sales in the fitness industry, turning every 'no' into a stepping stone for unparalleled success. In this deep dive, Nicholas Flamini, a growth strategist for GymLaunch, and Mike Arce, CEO of Loud Rumor, unravel the complexities of sales, offering practical, game-changing strategies that will elevate your approach and skyrocket your results. From understanding how to harness the power of rejection and mastering customer dialogues, to the nuances of empathy versus compassion in professional relationships, this episode is jam-packed with insights. Learn from Mike's roller coaster analogy about taking risks in sales, and Nicholas's perspectives on nurturing relationships for long-term success. This episode is a goldmine for anyone in the fitness industry looking to refine their sales approach, build lasting client relationships, and achieve consistent success. Don't miss out on these invaluable insights – tune in now! 🚀 Want to grow your gym? Visit loudrumor.com/discover to schedule a call and learn how to scale your fitness business. To learn more go to LoudRumor.com Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor/# Mike Arce- CEO & Founder of Loud Rumor Loud Rumor- Where the Best Gyms Go to Grow  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor/ Mike Arce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikearcelive/ Loud Rumor: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor    
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Jan 8, 2024 • 7min

315: The CEO's ONE and ONLY Real Job...

The podcast explores the main job of gym and fitness studio owners, emphasizing the importance of focusing on one specific job for running a successful company. It discusses increasing company valuation and making adjustments, as well as building a valuable business to increase its worth through well-documented systems, capable employees, and optimized sales processes.
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Jan 5, 2024 • 31min

314: Sean Pastuch Charges TWICE the Most Expensive Competitor in His Area

In this episode of The GSD Show, the leading fitness business podcast, I sit down with Sean Pastuch, CEO of Active Life Fitness, who charges more than DOUBLE the most expensive competitor in his area.  He’s not in a major market.  It’s not in an affluent area with people loaded with cash.  He’s just doing a lot of the right things right, and today, we’re going to dive into what those things are, so you can increase the value of each member you work with and ultimately, the value of your business. 🚀 Want to grow your gym? Visit loudrumor.com/discover to schedule a call and learn how to scale your fitness business. To learn more go to LoudRumor.com Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudrumor/# Mike Arce- CEO & Founder of Loud Rumor Loud Rumor- Where the Best Gyms Go to Grow  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor/ Mike Arce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikearcelive/ Loud Rumor: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loud-rumor
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Jan 4, 2024 • 11min

313: Entrepreneurs X Gut Feeling = 😬 (11mins)

This podcast discusses the use of gut feeling in decision-making for entrepreneurs. It explores the role and limitations of gut feeling in business, highlighting areas where relying solely on gut feeling can lead to poor decision-making. The podcast also emphasizes the importance of building a strong network for business success.

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