Fitness Business University Podcast

By: Vince Gabriele
  • Summary

  • The Fitness Business University Podcast is an educational, business fitness podcast, created for gym owners, by gym owners. With 18 years working in the fitness industry, Vince Gabriele is finally sharing his business secrets and money-making wisdom with gym owners in the fitness industry, worldwide. If you’re a Gym Owner or Fitness Entrepreneur who is looking to grow your business and need help getting more clients, making more money, and having more free time to do what you love, then this podcast is for you! Vince Gabriele brings a funny, productive, and “No B.S.” approach to growing your business. It's not a bunch of theories… it’s real-life skills you must know to grow.
    2019-2024 Vince Gabriele Podcast
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Episodes
  • 6 Week Challenges: Dead or alive?
    Nov 23 2024

    Get our 50-Strong Playbook by Clicking Here!

    In this episode, Uncle Vinny is breaking down the big question: Are 6-week challenges still worth it for gyms? Spoiler alert—they’re alive and kicking! Vinny connects the dots between wrestling’s WrestleMania (yep, wrestling!) and gym marketing, showing how to use urgency to drive memberships and retention.

    He shares the story behind his "50 Strong" challenge, a game-changer for gyms looking to bring in new members while keeping current ones engaged. Plus, you’ll get tips on building marketing assets you can use over and over to save time, energy, and stress.

    Ready to crush it in the new year? Don’t miss the exclusive Black Friday deal to grab everything you need to run the "50 Strong" challenge at your gym. It’s packed with tools to make your life easier and your business more profitable. Hit play and let’s get to work!

    Key Takeaways:

    • 6-Week Challenges Aren’t Dead: They still work because they create urgency—a powerful motivator for action.
    • Timing Is Key: Specific times of the year, like New Year’s or back-to-school season, are perfect for challenges.
    • Marketing Assets Matter: Reusable materials like emails, ads, and guides save time and make future campaigns easier.
    • The “50 Strong” Challenge: A proven program designed to bring in new members and engage current ones—it’s simple, effective, and ready to go.
    • Black Friday Offer: Get the full "50 Strong" package for just $100 and run it in January to start the year strong.

    If you're a gym owner seeking answers on how you can grow your gym, make more money, and have more freedom to do what you love, visit www.vincegabriele.com or book a call by CLICKING HERE!

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    19 mins
  • The Ask Vince Podcast: 6 Week Challenges: Dead or Alive?
    Nov 22 2024

    Click Here to access the best New Year's challenge I’ve ever run in my gym!

    Hey guys, it's Leo! In this episode of the Ask Vince Podcast, we dive into some of the hottest topics for gym owners right now. Whether you’re figuring out how to stay ahead of your competition, struggling with hiring the right people, or trying to keep your members engaged through the holidays, we’ve got you covered.

    Here’s what we’re talking about:

    • Innovation vs. Imitation: Why you don’t have to reinvent the wheel to stay creative in your gym’s business strategy.
    • Hiring Secrets: How to stick to your values while navigating today’s tough hiring landscape (and when to invest in a recruiter).
    • Member Retention Tips: From running Project Zero to tracking attendance, these are the basics you must nail to reduce holiday cancellations.
    • Reactivation Tactics: A step-by-step look at how to bring back old members with a campaign that works.

    Plus, I share the story behind Gym Business Mania—our new flagship event inspired by WrestleMania—and how you can take big ideas from outside the fitness industry to level up your gym.

    If you’re ready to push through the end of the year strong, hit play and let’s do this!

    👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, share the episode, and check out all the resources we talk about on the show!

    If you're a gym owner seeking answers on how you can grow your gym, make more money, and have more freedom to do what you love, visit www.vincegabriele.com or book a call by CLICKING HERE!

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    36 mins
  • The 5 Ideal Ways to Get New Clients Right Now
    Nov 18 2024

    Click Here to Get my Big Book of Marketing!

    In this episode of Business Secrets for Gym Owners, Uncle Vinnie dives into the essentials of marketing success for gym owners with the renowned "Marketing Glove" strategy.

    Learn how to implement and balance five powerful lead generation methods: referral systems, joint ventures, an optimized website, Facebook ads, and consistent email marketing.

    Vinnie also shares insights on cost control, building cash reserves, and the importance of diversifying lead sources to de-risk your business.

    Whether you're a seasoned gym owner or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable tips to grow your client base and strengthen your brand. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share!

    Key Topics Covered in the Podcast

    Introduction to the Marketing Glove: A framework for diversifying lead generation strategies and avoiding over-reliance on a single source.

    Five Key Ways to Attract New Clients:

    1. Referral Systems: Transitioning from accidental referrals to intentional strategies like "Bring a Friend" events or gift cards.
    2. Joint Ventures: Building partnerships with local businesses that share your target demographic.
    3. Optimized Website: The importance of a high-converting website to capture leads with high intent.
    4. Facebook Ads: Using targeted ads to generate leads consistently, while managing follow-ups effectively.
    5. Email Marketing: Writing engaging, regular emails to nurture leads and maintain client relationships.

    Brand Building Through Multi-Channel Presence: How appearing across various platforms strengthens recognition and trust.

    Financial Insights:

    • The importance of cost control and financial intelligence for building cash reserves.
    • Effective allocation of profits: taxes, retained earnings, and dividends.

    Actionable Marketing Tips:

    • Analyzing where your last 30 clients came from to assess the effectiveness of your marketing strategies.
    • Testing and iterating marketing efforts to develop your skills and discover what works.

    The Danger of Reliance on One Lead Source: The risks of relying solely on Facebook ads or another single strategy for leads.

    Encouragement to Diversify and Experiment: Strengthening marketing efforts by trying new ideas and measuring their impact.

    If you're a gym owner seeking answers on how you can grow your gym, make more money, and have more freedom to do what you love, visit www.vincegabriele.com or book a call by CLICKING HERE!

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    25 mins

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Very Direct and Informative

This podcast is so knowledgeable and I can't wait to hear more. Thank you Vince for the marketing advice.

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