Money-making ideas for gym owners
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January 3, 2024 · 3 min read
lawyer
When it comes to the law, you don't know what you don't know. If you don’t have the proper protection in place (especially with new Covid laws), this leaves you vulnerable to being held liable, getting sued, and putting…
Read More →January 2, 2024 · 3 min read
4 Places to find trainers right now
It’s no secret that it’s tough to find trainers right now. To make matters more challenging...many gyms(mine included) have lost trainers through Covid due to them starting new careers or going online. As I’m becoming…
Read More →January 1, 2024 · 5 min read
The Strength Coach Podcast
Yesterday I was interviewed on the strength coach podcast by the legendary podcast host, Anthony Renna. Anthony happens to know several of the guys in my CEO Mastermind group just from being in the industry for a few…
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December 31, 2023 · 5 min read
Bigger threat than the delta strand
Disclaimer: Due to the harsh reality of this email, continuing forward is not for everyone...especially you optimists out there...for those that courageously read on...there’s a free gift at the end. The entire brick…
Read More →December 30, 2023 · 3 min read
The Worst Month To Own A Gym
From one gym owner to another...I know how you feel right now The dog days of summer are literally right now...who's buying personal training right now? The Covid thing is heating up again and fear is back on top of…
Read More →December 29, 2023 · 2 min read
New Podcast For Gym Owners
[New Podcast]... My Latest Thoughts on Covid-19 For Gym Owners The latest podcast episode gives advice, tough love, hope, and most importantly...a reminder on how to navigate your gym in a pandemic…. ...yes, that…
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December 28, 2023 · 2 min read
My Opinion on Covid-19...
With Covid heating back up, I have a little advice. In March of 2020, you were hit with a very hard, surprise test...and there really were no answers to the test. You learned a lot about business, yourself, your staff,…
Read More →December 27, 2023 · 18 min read
Life and Business Manifesto
A few weeks ago, it was my 42nd birthday...and if there’s one thing I’ve learned in this life that is worth sharing is….it’s better to give than to receive. Because of that, I’ll be unpacking a host of life and business…
Read More →December 26, 2023 · 4 min read
Are You Bored of Owning a Gym?
Please read this entire letter... From the Cluttered Desk of Vince Gabriele Berkeley Heights, New Jersey Dear Bored Gym Owner, Listen...I get it. You just went through a global pandemic, and you made it. Business is…
Read More →December 25, 2023 · 4 min read
The Best Basketball Player in the World is...
I’m assuming since you’ve opened my third email of the day, you know the drill. Let's get started. Lesson 15: Write in a Journal Source: About a dozen people that I respect and admire My Viewpoint: The Stoic Philosopher…
Read More →December 24, 2023 · 5 min read
Happy Birthday!
To Me! Today is my 42nd birthday...and if there’s one thing I’ve learned it’s better to give than to receive. Because of that I’ll be unpacking a host of life and business lessons I’ve learned over the course of this…
Read More →December 23, 2023 · 2 min read
Not to Be Dramatic...But I Saw This Coming
Not trying to be dramatic today, but it may seem that way... A day didn't go by that I didn’t get someone forwarding me a new update on the death of brick and mortar gyms. They sent me articles on the Peloton stock, the…
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December 22, 2023 · 6 min read
How to Avoid Regret and Guilt as a Gym Owner
Buckle up for this one. I’ve been writing, journaling and talking a lot about success. After several weeks of reflection, I’m getting to the bottom of it. As I write this, I’m in Cleveland, Ohio. I’m here for a…
Read More →December 21, 2023 · 3 min read
Why I Fired This Guy
About a year ago I fired the guy that was running my gym. He was a nice guy, but just didn’t get the job done. I went for a while without replacing him because it was COVID, but with all the other businesses still in…
Read More →December 20, 2023 · 4 min read
7 Reasons to Attend My July Mastermind Meeting
Three times per year the SPF Mastermind meets up in person. The meetings are the cornerstone for the SPF Mastermind and have been the driving force behind many life changing ideas. We’ll be live in New Jersey on July…
Read More →December 19, 2023 · 3 min read
I'm Insulted
I am appalled, insulted, and embarrassed for the fitness industry. I got this message on my Facebook messenger last week. I’m not going to reveal the person that sent it. But if you’re into desperate marketing you…
Read More →December 18, 2023 · 2 min read
Intro to George McGuire
I’d like to introduce you to my client George McGuire. He’s a gym owner, just like you and me. He’s doing really well right now...but almost lost his business when the pandemic hit. Here’s the text he sent me last week……
Read More →December 17, 2023 · 4 min read
How to Do a Pre-Sale for a Second Location
I had a conversation with one of our CEO Mastermind members this week about a new facility he is opening. They have one very profitable location that’s been running for years...this will be their second…
Read More →December 16, 2023 · 3 min read
Personal Letter
Yesterday I was interviewed on a podcast called Fitstory. I showed up thinking it was another podcast asking me about the future of the fitness business. It was nothing like that. Before recording…he asked me if I was…
Read More →December 15, 2023 · 3 min read
Grown-Ups That Have Tantrums
I was on a disappointing call with the Tech Nerd recently. The poor Tech Nerd called me about a grown-up that yelled at him on the phone last week. Since the Tech Nerd looks young, sometimes people don’t know of his…
Read More →December 14, 2023 · 2 min read
Take a Look at a Website that Works (Example)
Here’s what a billionaire told me last weekend about success over the next few years. He said when people make buying decisions, they go online and check you out (surprise!) The first place they go is your website. It’s…
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December 13, 2023 · 2 min read
List of 15 Gym Owners
The host of the World-Famous Strength Coach podcast, Anthony Renna called and asked me to give some insight on positive changes from COVID-19. He said he was reaching out to the top gym owners across America to give…
Read More →December 12, 2023 · 3 min read
reminder
Just a quick reminder today that you’re still in the middle of a pandemic. One of my great friends and SPF Mastermind legends, Kyle Newell, always says comparison is thief of happiness. When you see the success stories…
Read More →December 11, 2023 · 4 min read
Should You Advertise in Magazines Right Now?
Should you be advertising in local magazines and newspapers right now? Yes and NO. No, if your target market does not read them. 100% yes, if they do. But, the secret is in the way you actually run the ad. Most…
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