RISE UP: The Show

In this conversation, Khaled Elmasri discusses the significance of developing a robust training program as a key play to outperform competition in the fitness industry. He emphasizes the necessity of continuous improvement and training for team members to meet new goals and enhance performance. The conversation outlines the essential components of an effective training program, including identifying core skills, creating a structured training journey, and implementing assessments and coaching. Khaled also highlights the importance of utilizing available resources and being proactive in addressing training gaps to ensure the success of the team and the club.TakeawaysNobody starts off as the best they can be.Staying the same is only feeding your competition.Training is a catalyst for change.Identify core skills that need improvement.Create a formal training journey with clear expectations.Assessments are crucial for all training programs.Document assessments and provide feedback.Create a formal training calendar for development.Identify gaps in training resources.Utilize external resources to supplement training.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode of the Les Mills Education Series, Khaled Elmasri discusses the third key play to beat the competition: motivating your team. He emphasizes the importance of understanding individual motivations, setting clear goals, and fostering a supportive team environment. The conversation covers various strategies for effective motivation, including setting team and individual goals, building team spirit, offering incentives, and developing instructors through feedback and training.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Eight Keys00:29 Understanding Your Numbers00:56 Recruiting Winning Players01:13 Introduction to Key Play Number Three02:08 The Importance of Motivation in Teams03:56 Strategies for Motivating Your Team09:54 Developing Your Team for SuccessLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode of Rise Up the Show, Khaled Elmasri interviews Ryan Stewman, a prominent figure in the world of entrepreneurship and personal development. Ryan shares his journey from a troubled past to becoming a successful entrepreneur, highlighting the influential figures in his life, including Monica, George, and Amy. He discusses the importance of unconditional love, mentorship, and the lessons learned from these relationships. The conversation also explores Ryan's transition from being known as the Hardcore Closer to embracing the role of a Kingmaker, as well as his vision for legacy through investments in ranching. This episode is a deep dive into personal growth, resilience, and the impact of mentorship on one's life journey.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this inaugural episode of Les Mills Talks Campus Recreation, Khaled Elmasri interviews Annika Larson, the Group Fitness Coordinator at the University of South Florida (USF). Annika shares her journey from being a student to a coordinator, emphasizing the importance of community, belonging, and creating safe spaces in fitness. She discusses the popularity of various group fitness programs, the impact of instructors on student engagement, and her aspirations for the future. The conversation highlights the significance of fostering a welcoming environment for new students and the collaborative efforts within the campus recreation team.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses key strategies for succeeding in the club business, focusing on the importance of data, recruiting top talent, and leveraging social media to find the next generation of fitness instructors. He emphasizes the need for mentorship and an always-on recruitment strategy to stay competitive in the fitness industry.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode, Dan Uyemura discusses the importance of focusing on the business side of running a gym and the challenges that gym owners face in balancing their passion for fitness with the necessary operational tasks.He emphasizes the need to prioritize the 'broccoli' aspects of the business, such as sales, marketing, and operational excellence, in order to run a successful gym. Dan also explores the concept of differentiation in the fitness industry and how smaller boutique gyms can compete with larger national brands by offering specialized services and a more personalized experience. He also discusses the potential impact of GLP-1 on getting people off the couch and into the gym.Lastly, Dan shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and the importance of seeking help and support in difficult times. Dan Uyemura shares his experience of being arrested and facing the reality of going to jail. He reflects on the mindset he had to adopt in order to survive and succeed in that environment. He also discusses the challenges of tough love as a parent and the importance of finding a balance between making things easy for your children and teaching them important life lessons. Dan also shares his insights on entrepreneurship and the importance of creating frameworks and processes to drive success in business. He discusses the role of AI in enhancing processes and the future of software in the fitness industry. Finally, Dan talks about his mission to build a durable and lasting company that supports gym owners and leaves a positive legacy in the industry.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses the first key play to beat the competition in the fitness industry, which is to create a scorecard. He emphasizes the importance of measuring metrics to effectively manage and improve performance. Khaled highlights the significance of retention, frequency of attendance, and the cost difference between retaining current members and acquiring new ones. He suggests measuring participation rates in Group X classes and analyzing data on total weekly Group X visits, GX percentage of total club attendance, popular instructors, and popular classes. Khaled also mentions how Les Mills can help with schedule analysis and counting technologies.Takeaways:Creating a scorecard is essential to effectively manage and improve performance in the fitness industry.Retention is crucial, and it costs less to retain current members than to acquire new ones.Frequency of attendance is strongly linked to the length of membership and revenue generation.Measuring participation rates in Group X classes and analyzing data on total weekly Group X visits, GX percentage, popular instructors, and popular classes can drive better results.Les Mills offers support with schedule analysis and counting technologies.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses the eight keys to beat the competition and improve retention in the fitness industry. He emphasizes the importance of creating a playbook and treating group fitness as a standalone business. Khaled highlights the challenges faced by traditional clubs, such as increasing competition and shifting demographics. He also explores the impact of digital fitness and the need to meet members where they are. Khaled introduces the eight keys: create a scoreboard, recruit winning players, motivate your team, develop a great training program, play your A team, build a great stadium/studio, promote your games, and design a winning game plan. He provides statistics and insights on the industry and emphasizes the importance of motivation and frequency of attendance. Khaled concludes by encouraging listeners to create a group fitness scorecard to measure and manage their progress.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses points three, four, and five of resetting the sales process. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the drivers of habit formation and building a social community. He also highlights the need for a member's needs analysis, including their goals, motivations, availability, exercise preferences, barriers to exercise, and budget. Khaled suggests mapping out a weekly plan for new members and introducing the Smart Start Guide, which gradually introduces achievable and enjoyable routines. Lastly, he emphasizes the importance of building product knowledge among the sales team.Sound Bites"How do we build that social community?""Map out a weekly plan for the members.""Introduce the member to the staff, your biggest advocates."Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses the importance of resetting the sales process in health clubs and prioritizing the new member's journey. He highlights the need to support new members in creating positive exercise habits from the start to increase retention rates. Khaled also emphasizes the importance of offering class variety, different durations, digital options, and great music and instructors to attract and retain members. He suggests involving the team in reviewing the group exercise schedule and implementing a smart start program for new members.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:InstagramFacebook

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri interviews Steven Trotter, the Director of Well-being at Eastern Carolina University, to explore his journey in the fitness industry and the transformative impact of group exercise on student well-being.Together, they delve into the crucial role of creating a sense of community within group fitness classes and the influence of facility design on enhancing the overall fitness experience. They discuss the power of music, lighting, and instructor training in crafting a transformative and immersive fitness environment.The conversation broadens to discuss the importance of engaging and immersive spaces within university recreation departments and the integration of campus recreation and well-being. Steven and Khaled touch on the challenges of resource prioritization and effective priority management, the shift towards a customer service approach in higher education, and the impact of the enrollment cliff on student admissions.Steven emphasizes the need for universities to align their goals and objectives with the student experience, highlighting the importance of employee experience and rethinking assessment and evaluation processes. The discussion also covers rethinking marketing strategies in campus recreation, the importance of communicating through mobile devices, and using targeted marketing techniques like geotagging and paid advertising on platforms like YouTube.Tune in to discover the significance of creating an engaging member journey, providing experiential opportunities for students, building a strong community within campus recreation, and being a benchmark for innovation and excellence in the field.

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri interviews Cesar Vasquez, a Les Mills instructor, about the behind-the-scenes of being a Les Mills instructor. They discuss the importance of social connection, the role of the instructor in creating a sense of community, and the impact of technology on human interaction. They also explore the five key skills of being an instructor: workout plan, technique, coaching, connection, and performance. They emphasize the benefits of pre-choreographed workouts in creating consistent experiences for participants and saving time for instructors. Finally, they delve into the three layers of coaching: foundational skills, cueing and motivation, and individualized coaching. The conversation explores the three layers of coaching in Les Mills programs: choreography and technique (layer one), observation and adaptation (layer two), and motivation (layer three). The importance of establishing a connection with participants and understanding their needs and goals is emphasized. The role of floor coaching in high-intensity interval training programs is discussed, as well as the impact of instructors on member acquisition and retention. The comprehensive approach of Les Mills in creating memorable fitness experiences is highlighted.

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri interviews Anastacio Torres, a fitness industry veteran with 19 years of experience. They discuss Anastacio's journey in the fitness industry, the importance of failure as a teacher, and the need for personal trainers to develop business acumen. They also touch on the evolving role of personal trainers as overall health coaches and the increasing focus on mental health in the fitness industry. The conversation explores the excitement and passion for fitness equipment and trade shows. The discussion also delves into the differences between the nonprofit and for-profit sectors in the fitness industry. The importance of community and member engagement is highlighted, emphasizing the need for genuine interactions and acknowledging members' interests. The significance of creating a strong community to differentiate from competitors is emphasized, particularly in attracting and retaining families. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the value of personal connections and understanding members' needs and preferences. In this final part of the conversation, Anastacio Torres discusses the popularity of group fitness classes at the YMCA and the potential of virtual classes as a supplement. They also explore the challenges and strategies for reinvigorating cycle classes. They then shift the conversation to leadership and the importance of learning from failure and seeking guidance from peers. Anastacio shares his experiences at Lifetime Fitness and Gold's Gym and emphasizes the value of humility and collaboration in the fitness industry.

Welcome back to our series on onboarding new members! In this episode, Khaled Elmasri delves into the crucial role that routines play in helping new gym members stick with their fitness journeys. Last week, we discussed the first two drivers of habit formation: quality motivation and enjoyment. This week, we focus on the third driver: routine.Key Points Covered:High Dropout Risk: New members, especially those with little or no exercise experience, are at the highest risk of dropping out. Statistics show that 50% stop attending within the first six months, primarily due to lack of added value, guidance, and poor induction.Critical First Six Weeks: The initial six weeks are vital for introducing members to the club and integrating them into a program. Early engagement is essential for forming lasting habits and seeing results.Five Key Areas to Focus On:Goals and Motivation: Understand members' deep-rooted goals and what's driving them.Availability: Help members block off time for exercise as they would for other important appointments.Exercise Preferences: Know their preferred types of exercise, whether it's cardio machines, weightlifting, or group classes like Body Pump and Yoga.Barriers and Self-Motivation: Identify obstacles that prevent members from exercising and gauge their self-motivation levels.Budget: Consider both time and financial budgets to support their fitness goals.Smart Planning: Utilize tools like the Les Mill Smart Plan to create a structured induction for new members in their first seven days.Training the Team: Ensure your team is equipped with the right training and tools to effectively induct new members.Next week, we'll discuss reinventing the sales process to better support new member onboarding. Stay tuned, and don't forget to like, share, and leave your feedback. We'd love to hear what strategies you're using in your gym!

In this episode, Jenny and John chat with seasoned fitness professional Khaled El Masri. Khaled takes us through his inspiring journey, from starting as a personal trainer and rising to the role of Director of Fitness at a prominent health club chain. Later in the conversation, Khaled dives into his current role at Les Mills, highlighting the significant impact the company has on the health club industry and the exciting opportunities it offers for personal trainers looking to advance their careers.

Welcome to RISE UP: The Show, where we dive deep into strategies to make fitness a joyful and sustainable part of life! In today's episode, we explore three crucial aspects to enhance the gym experience and ensure members stick to their fitness goals with enthusiasm.What you'll learn:Intrinsic Motivation Over Extrinsic Rewards: Discover why the "no pain, no gain" approach is outdated and how starting with enjoyable, light activities can foster genuine motivation.Embracing Variety: Khaled Elmasri sheds light on the importance of varying workout environments. Learn why taking the cardio outside or incorporating different settings can revitalize your workout routine.Community Through Events: Find out how events, like the exciting quarterly launches at Les Mills, can introduce members to new classes in a less intimidating environment and boost both participation and club membership.Join us as we unpack these transformative strategies that promise not just better workouts but a better approach to fitness culture in your gym. Don't forget to subscribe for more insights and leave a comment below sharing your own experiences with making workouts more enjoyable!

In this episode of our Les Mills series on gym member onboarding, we focus on the critical aspects of habit formation that can make or break a member's fitness journey. We dive into the first three of five key drivers designed to help members maintain their motivation and achieve their fitness goals:Quality Motivation: We discuss the importance of setting realistic and time-bound goals right from the start. By employing the SMART criteria—Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-bound—we help members visualize and reach their targets. Our Les Mills Smart Start program is highlighted as a practical tool to ease members into group exercises that align with their individual fitness objectives.Goal Setting and Accountability: The power of writing down goals and sharing them with a support network is emphasized to bolster commitment and accountability. This strategy is essential in helping members stay on track with their fitness goals.Setting and Achieving Incremental Goals: Breaking down large goals into smaller, achievable milestones is recommended to keep members motivated and engaged. We explore how setting monthly targets can make daunting goals like losing 20 pounds more manageable and less overwhelming.We wrap up the episode with a reminder of the importance of these strategies in fostering long-term commitment among gym members. Stay tuned for our next episode, where we will uncover the remaining strategies to keep your gym members enthusiastic and dedicated to their fitness journeys.

Join me over the coming weeks as we go through the Les Mills research and insights around Onboarding New Members. In this first video, I share 3 reasons why members leave and the impact it will have on the retention of members at your club.

Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we explore the dynamic world of fitness through the expert eyes of Jarrod, a seasoned industry veteran with three decades of experience. Join us as we discuss evolving trends, personal insights, and the future of fitness.Today, Jarrod Saracco talks about:●Current Trends and Future Directions.● Enhancing Fitness Experiences. ● Personalized Interactions and Member Retention. ● Observations from Ihrsa Trade Show.● Integrating Recovery Practices. ● The power of gym culture.● Leadership and Management Insights. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment with your thoughts or questions. See you in the next episode!

Dive into the heart of entrepreneurship with Khaled and Garth as they get real about their journey. This episode is packed with stories, lessons, and laughs, covering:Startup Struggles & Successes: The raw truth about starting from scratch in competitive fields. It's all about the hustle, vision, and the patience to see it through.Travel Tales: How hitting the road has shaped the business.Building Confidence & Connections: Dves into the importance of believing in yourself, nurturing customer relationships, and why a personal touch can turn a buyer into a lifelong fan.Leadership Lessons & Social Savvy: Garth gives a sneak peek into his upcoming leadership book and how platforms like LinkedIn play a crucial role in connecting and leading in the digital age.Join Khaled and Garth for a dose of reality, inspiration, and a few good laughs in between. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or just love a good success story, this episode's for you.

More from SizzleSociety:Website: https://sizzlesociety.com/Takeaways: - Starting a podcast requires taking action and not letting self-doubt hold you back.- Building a fitness career involves setting clear financial goals and creating a plan to achieve them.- Hiring and retaining talent in the fitness industry requires aligning the company's mission and values with the individual's purpose and vision.- Effective leadership involves understanding and adapting to the unique needs and preferences of different generations. - Group training plays a crucial role in building a sense of community within fitness clubs.- Instructors are essential in creating a strong community by connecting with members and fostering a sense of belonging.- The integration of digital and in-person fitness experiences allows clubs to reach a wider audience and provide more options for members.- The fitness industry is shifting towards a wellness ecosystem that includes fitness, nutrition, mental health, and stress management.- Trainer education and certification need to evolve to include a broader understanding of topics like stress management, mental health, and nutrition.- Wearable technology presents both challenges and opportunities in personal training, and trainers need to understand how to interpret and utilize the data.- Personal comeback stories can inspire and motivate others to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.- Having mentors and coaches can provide guidance and support during difficult times and help individuals reach their full potential.- Finding and living by your words of essence can help you stay true to yourself and guide your actions and decisions.

On this episode, we catch up with High-Performance Sales and Executive Leadership Coach, Brian Weaver we talked with him about:• Sales Reflections: Risk, Relationships, and Growth• 3 C's: Celebration, Collaboration, Connection• Presence: Impact on Sales and Leadership======================================================Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on your notifications so you never miss a new video when it's published: www.youtube.com/@kelmasri

Finding the right balance is crucial for a successful and fulfilling work environment. On one end, being too sensitive and avoiding setting clear goals can hinder growth. On the other end, prioritizing numbers over people can lead to a toxic and stressful atmosphere. Let's strive for a harmonious workplace where productivity and well-being coexist. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kelmasri

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Raphael Konforti MS, Senior Director of Fitness at YouFit Gyms joined me today on RISE UP: The Show as we discussed his journey from doing fitness assessments to overseeing multiple clubs across multiple states in his current position. We discuss the importance of coaching and feedback and why it is critical to the success of any team and the importance of continuous growth as a leader. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

Ashley is the owner of Team Herrera of Mortgage Solutions Financial, a mom, a wife, a serial entrepreneur, and is on a mission to help first-time home buyers find the home of their dreams.You can find Ashley at https://ashleyherrera.phonesites.com/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

Eric Christopher, also known as ERock, is an innovative marketing strategist and respected business consultant who's a featured contributor on Entrepreneur.com, Business.com, Thrive Global, Huffington Post, and other major media outlets.ERock is also an accomplished business coach, having mentored thousands of entrepreneurs around the world, teaching them how to run successful businesses themselves.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

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Former Michigan Wolverine turned Director of Marketing, Alex Rehmert shares with us some insight on what he is currently doing when it comes to marketing at Texas Family FitnessHe also breaks down the Customer Journey he uses to build his campaigns and what 3 things all gym owners should be focusing on what building their marketing campaignsLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

A troubled childhood was just another speedbump on the road to success for fitness trainer and entrepreneur Adam Schafer. In this episode, Khaled Esmari talks to Adam about his experiences growing up and what it taught him when it came to communication. Adam bravely shares his story of vulnerability and his insights on communication and leadership. We also get tips on building your social media presence. Tune in and be inspired by Adam's life story and road to success.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

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Craig grew up on a farm and learned the lessons of hard work and discipline. At 30 he was living the life of freedom and was a party animal. He battled anxiety and turned his life around and has been given the title of...the world's most disciplined man.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

On today's show, Rahz joins me to talk about his experience growing up with the "gift" he was born with and how he has used that gift to impact children and teenagers around the world. He shares with me some key strategies any parent of a teenager can implement today to begin building a better relationship with their teenager.We discussed topics: 1) How to over challenging events in life 2) Parenting in 2021 - Is Technology ruining our children 3) Communication Secret #5 from my new book 4) Being different Ann how that effect my teen years. 5) Bullying and how it affected both of us Student Success Secrets Pre-order List Link: https://bit.ly/ssspreorderLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

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The great thing about life is how, as long as you’re alive, you will always have a chance to change and become better. Having lived in an identity that was at rock bottom, Akbar Sheikh made a complete shift—turning his life around from being overweight, hanging out with the wrong group of friends, and sleeping in a closet to pursuing a life of higher calling. In this episode, he sits down with host Khaled Elmasri to share with us his journey and how he was suddenly hit by this wave of awareness and made a pivot. He is now an award-winning funnel coach and philanthropist, dedicating his life to helping entrepreneurs reach success. He shares some of the wisdom he imparts, as well as his insights around the importance of giving back and doing internet marketing.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

Drewbie Wilson lives by the motto, “Crush the day before it crushes you.” The host of the Crushing The Day Podcast and the Vice President of Break Free Academy in Dallas, Texas, Drewbie operates with confidence and empathy as he strives to inspire success-driven winners to become the most elite version of themselves. On today’s show, he joins Khaled Elmasri to talk about what it takes to be a winner and the biggest pivot he’s done in his life that put him on the trajectory of where he is now, and the role of self-trust and resilience in all of it. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

When you’re in the lowest point in your life, there is nowhere else to go but up, unless you get stuck. Nobody ever thinks they will go through a bankruptcy until they actually do. When that moment came for RISE, Khaled Elmasri lost trust in himself and doubted his ability to rise up again. It is then that he found God and started a relationship with Him. He asked himself what he is meant to do in this world and started shifting his life and career to be in alignment with it. In his first ever solo episode in this podcast, Khaled goes public about his bankruptcy experience for the first time and shares the important lessons that he learned from it. Listen in and learn a thing or two about rising up when everything in your life seems lost.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

Breaking out into the coaching world is not something to be taken lightly, but through a combination of a strong personal brand, valuable content and effective marketing strategies, you can dramatically increase your leads and conversions in no time. Join Khaled Elmasri as he talks about this with personal branding expert and media visibility specialist, Manny Wolfe. All coaches have value to share, but all that value gets wasted if you’re not seen! Manny’s mission is to help visionary coaches grow their brands by increasing their media visibility. Khaled also gets Manny to talk about his incredible personal journey from rough beginnings to the entrepreneurial world – a story that Manny shares in his book, The Tao of the Unbreakable Man.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

At the end of the day, doing business is about building relationships; and if you want to succeed, then it has to be a win-win situation that benefits everyone. In this episode, Khaled Elmasri interviews the 'Small Town Giant,' Mathew Park about how relationships play an important part in his success in the fitness industry. Known as the mindset guy in fitness, he is a leading high-performance coach, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, pro natural bodybuilder, and confidence-building expert, who never gave up on his dreams. Mathew shares with us some insights and tips and tricks on effective relationship-building, emphasizing how entrepreneurship is all about serving others without necessarily forgetting about yourself. Where does fear set in that we forget about the relationship? How do you overcome that scarcity mindset? How do you know you're surrounded by good people? Mathew answers these questions and more. Plus, he also talks about early morning routines, online client retention, systems for scaling your business, and overcoming that inner self-talk.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

Having worked in the fitness industry with dozens of fitness businesses for ten years, Jonathan Lautermilch has identified a pattern regardless of the business model – each company needed more time, more leads, and new customers. On today’s podcast, he chats with host Khaled Elmasri about Smart Shark, a team of fitness industry veterans that create custom funnels for Fit Pros to generate more leads and clients. From his humble beginnings working on the gym floor at Gold’s Gym to becoming the Smart Shark team leader, listen to this episode to discover how Jonathan was able to strike gold.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

From the outside, Mike Szczesniak’s life looked set. He had a good-paying job as a software engineer in Manhattan with a significant pay raise or promotion every year, a senior title, a six-figure salary, and a luxury apartment all by the age of 25. Deep down inside, though, he knew it wasn’t what he wanted to do full time. A few years later, Mike left the corporate world and became a business consultant and high-performance coach. Today, he joins host Khaled Elmasri to talk about his journey and shares some business hacks to grow and scale your business – diving deep into fear hacking, good debt, our relationship with money, well-being, and what high performance is all about.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

Long before COVID-19 sped up all pivots related to online technology in almost every business imaginable, undercurrents of the same movement have been going on for some time. In the fitness industry, the idea of online training represents that transition. Why is online training something you should definitely look into if you’re in the fitness business? Khaled Elmasri dives into this topic with Jonathan Goodman, the Founder of the Personal Trainer Development Center and Online Trainer Academy Certification. Don’t miss out on some very helpful, sober advice that people who are taking their businesses online need to take heed of.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook

Many run their own business thinking it could give them the freedom that a corporate job can’t afford. However, reality hits and running a business can even be a lot harder than what we thought it would be. How rewarding? It depends on whether what you have is a lifestyle business or a performance business. In this episode, Khaled Elmasri interviews fitness business owner, investor, and mentor, Justin Devonshire, to help guide us into the world of running a business—one that can create for us financial security and lifestyle freedom. What is the difference between a lifestyle business and a performance business? How much should you allocate for your top line and bottom line from your cashflow? When should you move from being a solopreneur to an entrepreneur? What should fitness business owners be expecting in the coming year? Justin answers these questions and more while letting us in on his own journey and the lessons he learned along the way. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the RISE UP Community today:riseuptheshow.comInstagramFacebook