Fitness Career Mastery Podcast

Apr 06 2024 209 ep. 48 mins 69
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Welcome to THE podcast for group fitness instructors and business owners. Making a good living in the fitness industry shouldn’t be so difficult and frustrating when you’re just trying to get the right people to realize the greatness of what you offer, inspire them to come to your classes, and keep them coming back for more.  Don’t let yourself burn out before you figure it out. It’s time to leave these stressful feelings behind. Press play now to learn what it takes to easily attract your dream clients and make them want to stay forever. Hosted by Barry and Shay Kostabi, this dynamic husband and wife duo distill years of experience as international coaches and consultants to educate, inspire and empower you to turn your workouts into unforgettable, addicting experiences that your dream clients can't live without.

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FCM210: Revolutionizing Your Studio: The Transformative Power of Strategic Instructor Reviews

Apr 06 2024 37 mins  
Whether you're new to conducting formal and informal evaluations or looking to refine your current process, this episode is packed with insights. We discuss performance reviews' important role in enhancing your business and team dynamics. Learn from common mistakes and adopt best practices for effective feedback. From improving instructor performance and engagement to aligning busi

FCM209: Soulful Strategies: The Revolution in Fitness Marketing You Need

Mar 02 2024 32 mins  
In this episode, we turn the traditional fitness marketing playbook on its head. If you're like most fitness professionals we speak to, you may not know exactly who your ideal client is or how to market to them in a way that communicates your value, or you have an idea of how you want to portray yourself to your people, but don't know for certain if that intention is felt and under

FCM208: How To Sell Out Your Classes & Become A Sought-After Experience

Feb 09 2024 35 mins  
Unlock the secrets to transforming your fitness classes into must-attend events with this enlightening podcast episode. We dive into innovative strategies that go beyond traditional fitness classes, focusing on creating a unique and immersive experience for participants. Discover how to captivate and retain a broader audience by incorporating creativity and passion into your offer.

FCM207: From Chaos To Consistency: Why Structured Programming is Essential for Studios & Instructors

Jan 26 2024 44 mins  
In this eye-opening episode, we delve into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of group fitness success: the power of standardized programming in fitness studios. Join us as we explore why allowing instructors to freestyle their classes is a misstep for boutique studio owners, and how implementing structured, templated programming can revolutionize your business, as well as help

FCM206: The Power of MVC: The Path to Addictive Fitness Classes

Dec 08 2023 37 mins  
Get ready to dive deep into the art and science of creating fitness experiences that keep clients coming back for more! In this episode, Shay, our seasoned experience designer, peels back the curtain on the number one challenge studio owners face - inconsistency in their classes. Discover the secret sauce of "Minimum Viable Certainty" (MVC) as Shay explains its profound impact on

FCM205: The Game-Changer: How to Overcome Your Biggest Obstacle to Success

Nov 20 2023 25 mins  
Uncover the Game-Changing Secret to Skyrocket Your Fitness Career... Join Barry and Shay as they unveil exclusive insights from one of Barry's recent strategy sessions, exposing the ONE elusive factor holding back fitness professionals from achieving unparalleled success. Discover the 'why' behind this obstacle, unravel its mysteries, and gain actionable strategies to shatter it.

FCM204: Why You're Not Selling Out Your Classes (& What To Do About It!) Audiobook Version

Oct 26 2023 22 mins  
This episode is the audiobook version of an ebook we wrote called 'Why You're Not Selling Out Your Classes (& What To Do About It!)' where we summarize what we feel is everything you need to know about what it takes to easily and confidently attract more of your dream clients. As you listen, you'll notice that at the end of each section are some journal prompts to help you take act

FCM203: Learn What 'Era' of Your Fitness Career You Are In... And What It Means For Your Growth

Oct 20 2023 29 mins  
In his book Hero on a Mission, Donald Miller describes 4 main character "archetypes". The victim, villain, hero, and guide. In your fitness career, you play three of those four parts at some point, as you move through your different "Eras" This episode was inspired by Miller's book, and today you'll learn how recognizing what era you (or others in the industry) are in will help you

FCM202: Why Most Group Fitness Marketing Fails: Understanding Strategy vs. Tactics

Oct 11 2023 12 mins  
Unlock the secrets to marketing success in your fitness business. Join us as we delve into the crucial difference between marketing strategy and tactics. Barry breaks down the essence of each, helping you understand why they're both essential. Discover how your marketing strategy is your blueprint for success, setting you apart from the competition. It's your compelling story that

FCM201: WE'RE BACK! Welcome To The NEW FCM Podcast. (Part 2)

Sep 26 2023 34 mins  
The FCM Podcast is BACK and better than before! For 200 episodes spanning half a decade, we brought on experts from every corner of the industry to share what they know about what they do best. We interviewed everyone from marketing experts, legal, finance, studio design, vocal coaches, and professional class reviewers, you name it. But now that we're back, we're going to chang