Podcast appearances and mentions of ellen latham

FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM & SLIDE INTO OUR DMs:https://www.instagram.com/creatingthe4pod/https://www.instagram.com/costello_maria_/Don't forget to rate & review the podcast on spotify and apple podcasts! It helps us so much when you do! In 2014 he began his Orange Theory Fitness career at the studio in Northport Long Island. Nick LoCicero is known as Mr. OTF in our neck of the woods, and he quickly ascended from the treads to overseeing over 30 studios as Director of Operations on Long Island. Throughout the years it was hard to go anywhere and not hear someone talk about how beloved he is by both clients and other coaches, even outside of OTF.Orange Theory Fitness is a boutique fitness studio franchise based in Boca Raton, Florida. The first studio was established in Fort Lauderdale, in 2010 by founder, Ellen Latham.As of March 2023 OTF has 1,348 locations in the US, is in 51 states and 842 cities. Nick's dedication to the brand that has dominated boutique fitness for many years, led him to a corporate role in National Fitness Training & as a Support Manager.His certifications include ACE GFI, ProNatal Group Fit, TRX, STC/GTC & NASM PT. These days Nick continues to inspire and motivate current and future coaches and franchisees, painting the world orange one studio at a time.It is an honor to welcome Nick LoCicero to the Creating the 4% Podcast this week!Follow Nick on instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/nlocicero_mr_otf?igsh=MTlhazcxZ2JwcTE4bw==Learn about OTF here:https://www.orangetheory.com/en-us

In this episode, Heath and Aly sit down with the incredible innovator, insightful, and founder of Orangetheory Fitness Ellen Latham! Ellen takes shares her journey from cow pastures to global fitness brand. We left no stone unturned as we dive deep into Ellens secrets for success in business, fitness, and life. This podcast is a front-row seat to how Orangetheory has evolved and the innovations that continue to keep OTF at the forefront of the fitness industry. This episode will inspire, motivate and leave you ready to conquer you day! 

Jim's guest on The CMO Podcast this week is Kelly Lohr, the Chief Marketing Officer for Orangetheory Fitness, the leading heart-rate-based workout that combines science, technology and expert coaching to help members live a longer, more vibrant life. Orangetheory's history begins in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where founder Ellen Latham opening the first studio in 2010. Now more than a decade later, Orangetheory has expanded to 1500 studios throughout the US and 24 countries, with over one million members, and surpassing $1 billion in sales.Kelly first discovered Orangetheory as a member herself, before joining the team in 2022. She brought her 20 years of marketing experience to the brand, including time at Freshly and Amazon Go. Kelly shares her remarkable personal story, as well as the story of a brand that sought to revive interest in in-person workout classes following the shutdowns of 2020 and 2021. Orangetheory has certainly achieved their goal; the brand is stronger today than it was pre-pandemic. Recorded at the Next Gen CMO Academy at Deloitte University in Dallas Texas, this episode features a conversation with a CMO who loves working out as much as Jim does!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Lin began his career as a website designer in 1995. He was initially exposed to desktop publishing through his work designing concert posters as a college concert promoter. Lin preferred to work independently and utilize his introverted personality to think through projects alone. His introverted nature proved helpful in his tech career, allowing him to think deeply and work diligently.Topics Covered in the Podcast Episode:1. The Benefits of Exercising for Mental Health- Exercise as one of the best things to do for mental health, especially when depressed- Personal experience with Orange Theory Fitness studio in San Francisco- Founder of Orange Theory Fitness, Ellen Latham, agrees that exercise is helpful for mental health- Release of dopamine from exercise found to be more effective than past medication for depression2. Career in Technology- Early employee at LinkedIn- Details about work experience and roles held- Started a t-shirt company called Tshirtsmatter.com- LinkedIn profile and Linktree account provided- Experience working independently as a designer- Refers to tech companies as Fang (Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Google)- Image of techies wearing t-shirts and jeans3. Resilience and Business Ideas- Resilience in career and life- Story about a call with a company that works with only five clients per quarter- New idea for an urban camping Airbnb experience- Company's requirement for generating $50,000 per month and spending $150,000,000 on ads- Claims to have scaled companies4. Orange Theory Fitness and Collaboration- Completed 97 workouts at Orange 30 Fitness over two and a half years- Wearing a t-shirt that says "Oranger Fitness is my drug" on 100th workout- Plans to send photo of t-shirt to owner of the franchise in San Francisco to see if they can make it an official collaboration between their merge company, T-Shirts Matter, and Orange Fitness- Spoken to Ellen Latham, the founder of Orange Theory Fitness- Reception of collaboration idea as international opportunity5. Career Trajectory- First job with a company called Creative Internet Design in Pasadena in 1997- Role in Adjacency, which was later acquired by Sapien- Worked for Yahoo Shopping, Yahoo Travel, LinkedIn, and Zinger- Worked in production design, visual design, and user interface design- Worked mostly independently with headphones on- Adjacency's prestigious clients like Apple, Land Rover, Nordstrom, Specialized Bikes, Virgin Music, Tag Hoyer, and Patagonia- Bernie Deshant as a mentor during depression- Career trajectory changed after job offer from AdjacencySocial media linkshttp://linkedin.com/in/mikelinhttp://instagram.com/mikelin.sfLink to websitehttp://t-shirtsmatter.com

For the very special 500th episode, I take a look back at some of my favorite interviews of the Best You Podcast. I share short clips from 6 different past episodes with some of my favorite guests I've had on the show. The first guest is Derrick Billups, who was the guest on the very first episode of Best You and was one of the people who helped me get started as a fitness trainer in Nashville. Next is Chris Fowler, who was the host of College GameDay, a show that I grew up watching and loving. Then you'll hear from DeMarco Murray, who was offensive player of the year in the NFL and I worked for him at Tilt Cycle.Next is Dr. Melissa Davis, one of the top experts on health and fitness optimization at Renaissance Periodization. Next you'll hear from Ellen Latham, the founder of Orange Theory fitness where I coached for my first 7 years in the fitness industry. Finally, you'll hear from Chris McChesney, the author of the book, The Four Disciplines of Execution, which inspired me to create the 10-Week Transformation.Check out the episode to learn more about how to hustle with intention, how Chris Fowler started and grew College GameDay to what it is today, how to become the best NFL running back in the entire league, how to optimize your health, how Ellen Latham went from starting Orange Theory Fitness to growing it to over 1 million members, and how to execute on your wildly important goal and so much more._____________________________In this episode: 05:35 How to Hustle with Intention with Derrick Billups11:07 How Chris Fowler started and grew College GameDay to what it is today  18:30 How to become the best NFL running back in the entire league with DeMarco Murray25:24 How to optimize your health through building habits with Dr. Melissa Davis  30:18 How Ellen Latham went from starting Orange Theory Fitness to growing it to over 1 million members 34:18 How to execute on your wildly important goal with Chris Fowler ____________________________FREE COURSE - 3 Steps to Losing Body Fat and Building MuscleSign Up for FREE at https://www.nickcarrier.com Today!____________________________Build Healthy Habits That Will TRANSFORM Your Body and Your Life!LEARN MORE About The 10WT Today at https://www.nickcarrier.com/10wt ____________________________Follow Nick on Instagram: @carrier_bestyou

Ellen Latham would probably have been happy teaching classes at her popular fitness studio in south Florida until she turned ninety. After being fired from her dream job as a spa director, she'd found stability with her own small business, and began developing a workout program that incorporated strength and cardio for all fitness levels. But then, well into her fifties, Ellen was offered an unexpected opportunity for a second act beyond anything she had imagined. With two partners, she grew her workout concept into Orangetheory Fitness, a franchise that today has over 1,500 locations around the world. This episode was produced by Alex Cheng, with music by Ramtin ArabloueiEdited by Neva Grant, with research help from Sam Paulson.You can follow HIBT on Twitter & Instagram, and email us at hibt@id.wondery.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ellen Latham is a highly trained physiologist with a lifelong passion for health and fitness. Her desire to be on the cutting edge of fitness inspired her to design “The Ultimate Workout,” which became the foundation for Orangetheory Fitness which she founded with her partners in 2010.Since then, Orangetheory, known for its coach-led group classes featuring heart-rate monitors, has surpassed $1 billion in sales with over one million members across 1,500 studios and counting worldwide.It was named the fastest-growing women-owned business in 2017 and one of the fastest-growing franchise companies in history.*The Founder Hour is brought to you by Outer. Outer makes the world's most beautiful, comfortable, innovative, and high-quality outdoor furniture - ALL from sustainable materials - and is the ONLY outdoor furniture with a patented built-in cover to make protecting it effortless. From teak chairs to fire pit tables, everything Outer makes has the look and feel of what you'd expect at a 5-star resort, for less than you'd pay at a big box store for something that won't last.For a limited time, get 10% off and FREE shipping at www.liveouter.com/thefounderhour. Terms and conditions apply.*This episode is brought to you by AxiomPrint, based in the greater LA area. Printing is essential to the success of every business and is a crucial part of marketing and building your brand.There are over 200 products available on their website for convenient online ordering, and custom requests are always welcome through one of Axiom's dedicated account managers. You can upload your design, choose your options and make payment, all from the comfort of your own computer or even on the go using your phone, 24 hours per day.And, if you're not sure how to design your material, no problem! Their team of experienced designers will work with you to create professional and eye-catching designs that effectively market your brand.So, if you're looking for a reliable and affordable printing partner, look no further than AxiomPrint. Check them out at www.axiomprint.com and be sure to use the promo code THEFOUNDERHOUR to get 15% off your first order, or share the promo code with your dedicated AxiomPrint account manager.

Ellen Latham takes on this episode with her enormous passion for fitness. The OG powerhouse has had a 48-year career and her franchise business Orange Theory has 1,450 studios across the world. This amazing woman is here to talk about her trajectory and how she has been able to scale and sustain her business. The keynote speaker will give you the two values that will set you up for the rollercoaster entrepreneurial life. Hope you stay till the juicy end because Ellen will reveal scientific insights on how to live a long life and be strong no matter the age! Can you tell I'm now her biggest fan?! Orangetheory Fitness Resources:Orangetheory Fitness WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitter  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. STRONG Fitness Magazine Subscription Use discount code STRONGGIRLResourcesSTRONG Fitness MagazineSTRONG Fitness Magazine on IGTeam Strong GirlsCoach JVBFollow Jenny on social mediaInstagramFacebookYouTube 

On this high energy episode, Aimee talks to David "Gonzo" Mammano, Dad of Three, Seven-Times-Entrepreneur from scratch, Author, College Professor, Comedian, TEDX Speaker and more. He led a major print magazine for teenagers and young adults and has a great take on how our lives and businesses have changed as the decades go by and the technology keeps advancing.David is currently working on a new pursuit that aims to help professionals network better with more meaningful interactions. He shares some excellent tips from his book Crash and Learn: Lessons in Business. Aimee and David 'met on LinkedIn' and hope to collaborate again in the future!David is a:Three-time Inc. Magazine 5000 Growth Company winner, a two time TEDx speaker, an adjunct professor at the University of Rochester, and the author of business and college planning books.Graduate of the University at Buffalo and of the MIT Entrepreneurial Master's Program, an executive education program offered through the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO).Board member for the Western NY Make-A-Wish Foundation and a local board member for Junior Achievement.Podcaster since 2016 with an impressive guest list including Grant Cardone, Sharon Lechter, Mark Victor Hansen, Ellen Latham, Kevin Harrington, Verne Harnish, Ed Mylett and many more!Find him on FB and/or LinkedIn, be inspired and learn!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theGonzoExperience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-gonzo-experience/ Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevin Keith is the Chief Brand Officer for Orangetheory Fitness, the 12-year-old high-growth brand founded in Boca Raton Florida by Ellen Latham, with the brand purpose to help people live longer, more vibrant lives. And by all counts, it's doing just that with its science-based, performance-oriented, one-hour workouts. OTF has 1 million plus members, 1400 studios in 50 states and 26 countries, and more than $1 billion in system revenue.Kevin has been OTF's Chief Brand Officer for five years. His career path is rich in agency experiences—he's also spent time on the client side at Coca-Cola and UPS. This conversation is rife with valuable lessons and goes to show how a brand can inspire a customer to join the organization as a leader by living its purpose and inspiring others to do the same. Keith shares how OTF stays relevant and continues to grow in an industry where brands can easily be considered a fad. Plus, he talks about building a unified culture within your organization, identifying your cusCMOs often hold one of the most innovative and challenging roles in business today. Those who excel can operate at the highest level to drive growth and create value for their organizations. To learn more how Deloitte helps bolster the value CMOs deliver, visit www.cmo.deloitte.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Keep in the moment, don't start worrying about 12 months down the line. Do you need to kind of have a game-plan? Ya, but don't put all this effort into it. Put your effort into your purpose, your contribution, and what you're trying to create right now.” - Ellen LathamEllen is a Partner and Founder of Orangetheory Fitness. She is a highly trained physiologist with a lifelong passion for health and fitness. Her desire to be on the cutting edge of fitness inspired Ellen to design “The Ultimate Workout,” which became the foundation for Orangetheory Fitness – hailed by the New York Times as an effective new plateau-busting workout.In this episode:2:30: Why she started Orangetheory Fitness9:30: How much money she invested in Orangetheory16:05: The 3 keys to having the same 2 business partners for the last 13 years22:40: What makes Orangetheory different from all the other workouts on the market39:20: The biggest thing she's learned about herself since becoming a grandmother*These times are based off of the Youtube presentation of the episode*_____________________________Ellen Latham's 3 Keys To Success:1. Gaining the ability to turn off2. Spending time with her son and grandkids3. Intentional learning and biohacking_____________________________Want to try out the 1-1-1 Monday morning Newsletter? - 1 Motivational Quote - 1 Inspiring Video - 1 Badass Workout Go to: https://www.nickcarrier.com/111-newsletterLearn more about the program at: https://www.nickcarrier.com/10weekprogramsFollow Nick on Instagram: @carrier_bestyou

Ellen Latham never set out to build a billion dollar fitness empire with more than a million customers and thousands of exercise studios around the world. But at the age of 54, that’s exactly what she did. In today’s episode, Ellen Latham, the founder and co-owner of Orangetheory Fitness, describes her humble beginnings in Niagara Falls, N.Y. and the unexpected turn of events that led to the creation and growth of one of the most successful franchises in America. Ellen talks about being fired from her “dream job” as a single mother in her 40s, and why it was arguably the best thing to ever happen to her career.   Show Notes: HowieDoinIt.com/26 Subscribe, Rate, & Review: http://howiedoinit.com/subscribe Connect with Howie: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube Ask Howie: If you want Howie to answer your questions in an upcoming episode, drop him a line at questions@howiedoinit.com

Who is behind this fitness craze Orangetheory that is taking over the fitness market? Her name is Ellen Latham and her story is inspiring! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nesia-mbow/support

If you asked Ellen Latham twenty years ago where will you be in the next ten years, she probably would have said, "working at my dream job." But when Ellen was in her early 40s, raising a child as a single parent and pursuing her career as a fitness instructor, she was suddenly let go from that dream job. She had to weigh her options: she could either give up or forge a new path. What started as Ellen’s small cycling classes grew into a thriving fitness movement built on the idea of accepting your setbacks in order to overcome them: Orangetheory. Ellen’s years of research, expertise as a fitness instructor, and her own challenges have shaped the philosophy behind Orangetheory; it’s for everyone, at any level, no matter your ability. On this episode, Ellen breaks down the science behind every Orangetheory workout, what it takes to be not just a good but a great trainer, and why anyone, no matter your training goals, should make fitness a lifestyle. TRAINED is produced by Nike Training Club Pro. The best of Nike. Exclusively for Trainers. To apply, go to nike.com/ntcpro Inspired by TRAINED? Then you’ll love Nike Training Club app. The Nike Training Club app provides expertly designed workouts from Nike trainers for everyone at all fitness levels. It’s the ultimate training source from the leading minds at Nike. With holistic tips on movement, recovery, nutrition, mindset and sleep from experts on Nike’s Performance Council, NTC delivers on all five facets of fitness and puts our best at your fingertips. No matter how you train, NTC will help you discover your personal greatness. Click the link below to get the app for iOS or Android. Download Now

This episode features Ellen Latham. Ellen is the Creator and Co-Founder of Orangetheory Fitness. Here she discusses her career, why she created Orangetheory, the brands explosive growth, motivation, advice for women leaders and entrepreneurs, and more.

This episode features Ellen Latham. Ellen is the Creator and Co-Founder of Orangetheory Fitness. Here she discusses her career, why she created Orangetheory, the brands explosive growth, motivation, advice for women leaders and entrepreneurs, and more.

This episode features Ellen Latham. Ellen is the Creator and Co-Founder of Orangetheory Fitness. Here she discusses her career, why she created Orangetheory, the brands explosive growth, motivation, advice for women leaders and entrepreneurs, and more.

How to Be Successful at Anything by Starting Small   1:21 The Importance of Starting Small 6:06 How to Start Small 21:07 #AskChristyWright Resources Business Boutique Conference The Business Boutique Conference is coming back to Nashville Oct. 24–26. If you want to learn how to grow your business and chase your dream, you don’t want to miss this event. To save $10 on any Business Boutique Conference ticket, use the code BBWRIGHT. If you have a success story you would like to share with the Business Boutique community, email me at podcast@businessboutique.com. New podcast episodes are available every other week. Give yourself permission to be a beginner. We have a bad habit of calling successful people an overnight success—as if they just woke up one day on top of the mountain. But, in most cases, that’s just not true. In reality, most successful people started small doing something unimpressive. Here are just a few examples I can think of: Television pioneer Oprah Winfrey started her career as a news anchor in Nashville, Tennessee—way before it was the cool and popular city it is today.1 Y’all, she was even demoted once from an anchor job she had in Baltimore.2 (I bet that person still regrets that to this day!) And then there’s self-made millionaire Dave Ramsey. He grew his business from a card table in his living room to a multimillion-dollar company with more than 850 team members—and he’s helped millions get out of debt and change their family tree. Did you know that world-famous author J.K. Rowling was living on welfare when she wrote the first Harry Potter book?3 And finally, let’s talk about Ellen Latham—a name many may not recognize. But I bet they recognize the name of the business she started: Orangetheory Fitness. The massively successful chain of fitness studios actually started in a spare room of Ellen’s house.4 Do you see what I’m talking about? The early stages of their careers did not look impressive by any means. But, eventually, because they were consistent and refused to let their humble beginnings define them, their careers surpassed even their wildest dreams. Related: Don't Be Sorry for the Struggle The Importance of Starting Small Let’s just go ahead and acknowledge that starting small is not fun. You’re probably not going to update your friends about it any chance you get, or post pictures about your journey on Facebook. But you know what? Starting small is actually one of the most important steps in building your business—or anything for that matter—wisely. That’s why it’s so important to give yourself permission to be a beginner. Aside from the fact that it works and is proven, starting small makes your dreams and your goals so much more attainable. As you begin to think about your big dreams and goals, what usually happens? Fear creeps in, doesn’t it? You start to doubt that any of your dreams are even possible, because they’re just too big and overwhelming. But when you embrace the idea of starting small, your dream doesn’t feel so crazy after all. How to Start Small The commitment to start small requires persistence, dedication and a go-getter attitude—qualities I know you’ve got in you! That’s why I want to give you a few do’s and don’ts that you can use as a guideline as you chase your dreams. 1. Don’t wait until you’re ready. “Ready” is a myth. Because let’s be real—do we ever feel ready for anything in life? Related: How to Be More Confident There’ll always be a new doubt or excuse that will try to convince you it’s just not time yet. But the truth is, the only way you figure anything out for yourself is by doing it—by learning on the job. Early on in my career, I learned something important: Say yes before you know how. When an opportunity comes your way and you don’t feel ready, qualified or educated enough, it doesn’t matter. Just get out there and get moving—ready or not. 2. Do take baby steps. When you break down your big idea and big dream into baby steps, you begin to see the impossible become possible. For example, if you want to train for a marathon, you don’t start by running 15 miles. You start by training for a 5K. If you want to open a boutique, you start with an Etsy store. If you need more sleep, you start by winding down and turning off the screens 10 minutes earlier than you normally would. If you miss seeing your friends, you send one text to one friend and set up one lunch date. Baby steps. What you’ll find—in business and in life—is that small changes tend to make the biggest impact. It’s the small things you do repeatedly that make up life-change that actually lasts. That’s why I don’t want you to think of your dream in terms of giant leaps you need to take. Instead, think: What’s one baby step I can take this week? 3. Don’t worry about what everyone else is doing. In our overconnected culture, it’s so tempting to get on social media and compare your journey to someone else’s. But you shouldn’t compare your small steps to someone else’s giant leaps. I love the quote by Theodore Roosevelt that says, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” I wholeheartedly believe you cannot be present for your dream and for your life if you’re looking and comparing it to everyone else around you. And you can’t make changes or improvements if you’re too busy obsessing over someone else’s progress. Take the focus off everybody else and instead focus on your life, your business, your dreams and your values. Stay in your lane and run your race. And as you take small steps, be confident in knowing that those are faithful steps God will honor. Related: Ep 70: How to Be Content in Every Situation 4. Do keep it simple. When I graduated from college with no money and no job, I remember trying to convince myself that I needed to purchase a bunch of new suits for job interviews. It’s ridiculous, isn’t it? But we do this in business too. We say we need a new laptop, a new studio or new equipment to get started. Let’s be honest—no, you don’t! Often, our desires and efforts to buy new things are not really because the business needs it. We’re just trying to justify and validate our dream. The truth is: Working on your business is what validates the business, not the stuff you buy. In the words of Arthur Ashe, “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” 5. Don’t go into debt. There is this myth in the business world that somehow business debt is different from personal debt. As if the debt belongs to the business and not to you. But they’re the same thing. Because guess who has to pay that business debt at the end of the day? You do. Business debt is no different than personal debt. In both scenarios, you’re giving up power, ownership and control—three things you really should maintain. The worst part is, when you take on debt to do anything, every decision you make will become dependent upon the debt you owe. It’s all debt, and it’s all a bad idea. Save up for the things you want and be scrappy in the meantime. Related: Ep 24: Money Pitfalls to Avoid in Your Business 6. Do make a plan and set goals. You don’t just need the dream. You need a plan for how you’ll get from where you are today to where you want to be. And once you have that plan, it’s critical to set goals that will get you there. For example, if you want to become a teacher, your plan might be to get a teaching certificate within two years. That’s a great plan. Then, you might set goals like: take the PRAXIS exam before August, or enroll in courses that start this fall. Related: Ep 13: How to Write and Reach Your Goals When you make a plan for where you want to be, and then set goals for how you’re going to get there, you’re much more likely to make that dream a reality. Because I promise, you will not get to where you want to be by accident. Get Started Today! There is no such thing as an overnight success. You’ve got to put in the hours and the work required to accomplish your big dreams. And it’s totally possible when you start small, use what you have, and grow slow. Remember, the impressive things in life often start as unimpressive things. Someone who has done this really well is my friend Melissa Kaiserman. She’s the owner of A Time for Everything and Makery Space. Melissa is going to be my guest on the show next week, and she’ll share all of her secrets on starting small and working on Etsy. So, make sure you tune in to that bonus episode! #AskChristyWright On today’s #AskChristyWright segment, we talk about how to attract your ideal customer on social media and how to determine if it’s the right time to start paying for advertising.  

How to Be Successful at Anything by Starting Small   1:21 The Importance of Starting Small 6:06 How to Start Small 21:07 #AskChristyWright Resources Business Boutique Conference The Business Boutique Conference is coming back to Nashville Oct. 24-26. If you want to learn how to grow your business and chase your dream, you don't want to miss this event. To save $10 on any Business Boutique Conference ticket, use the code BBWRIGHT. If you have a success story you would like to share with the Business Boutique community, email me at podcast@businessboutique.com. New podcast episodes are available every other week. Give yourself permission to be a beginner. We have a bad habit of calling successful people an overnight success-as if they just woke up one day on top of the mountain. But, in most cases, that's just not true. In reality, most successful people started small doing something unimpressive. Here are just a few examples I can think of: Television pioneer Oprah Winfrey started her career as a news anchor in Nashville, Tennessee-way before it was the cool and popular city it is today.1 Y'all, she was even demoted once from an anchor job she had in Baltimore.2 (I bet that person still regrets that to this day!) And then there's self-made millionaire Dave Ramsey. He grew his business from a card table in his living room to a multimillion-dollar company with more than 850 team members-and he's helped millions get out of debt and change their family tree. Did you know that world-famous author J.K. Rowling was living on welfare when she wrote the first Harry Potter book?3 And finally, let's talk about Ellen Latham-a name many may not recognize. But I bet they recognize the name of the business she started: Orangetheory Fitness. The massively successful chain of fitness studios actually started in a spare room of Ellen's house.4 Do you see what I'm talking about? The early stages of their careers did not look impressive by any means. But, eventually, because they were consistent and refused to let their humble beginnings define them, their careers surpassed even their wildest dreams. Related: Don't Be Sorry for the Struggle The Importance of Starting Small Let's just go ahead and acknowledge that starting small is not fun. You're probably not going to update your friends about it any chance you get, or post pictures about your journey on Facebook. But you know what? Starting small is actually one of the most important steps in building your business-or anything for that matter-wisely. That's why it's so important to give yourself permission to be a beginner. Aside from the fact that it works and is proven, starting small makes your dreams and your goals so much more attainable. As you begin to think about your big dreams and goals, what usually happens? Fear creeps in, doesn't it? You start to doubt that any of your dreams are even possible, because they're just too big and overwhelming. But when you embrace the idea of starting small, your dream doesn't feel so crazy after all. How to Start Small The commitment to start small requires persistence, dedication and a go-getter attitude-qualities I know you've got in you! That's why I want to give you a few do's and don'ts that you can use as a guideline as you chase your dreams. 1. Don't wait until you're ready. "Ready" is a myth. Because let's be real-do we ever feel ready for anything in life? Related: How to Be More Confident There'll always be a new doubt or excuse that will try to convince you it's just not time yet. But the truth is, the only way you figure anything out for yourself is by doing it-by learning on the job. Early on in my career, I learned something important: Say yes before you know how. When an opportunity comes your way and you don't feel ready, qualified or educated enough, it doesn't matter. Just get out there and get moving-ready or not. 2. Do take baby...

Bonnie Micheli and Tracy Roemer - co-founders of Shred415 - are sort of a package deal. Together, they go by Bonnie and Tracy, populating a shared Instagram under the name with photos of the two of them, sharing an office where each sits under their first initial, taking vacations with their families together. In fact, it was during this interview that I realized that I had not ever pronounced their last names aloud. And at aSweatLife, we use a style that was beaten into me in Journalism School - spelling out a full name and listing a title on first mention (Bonnie Micheli and Tracy Roemer - co-founders of Shred415) and then referring to that person by their last name from that point forward. And although I will follow that style, I must note how difficult it's going to be, which is a true win for the pair who have successfully branded themselves by their first names together and created a world for themselves built around fitness. "I think we're sisters at this point," Micheli said of the pair that met in line at Starbucks and bonded over their shared love of fitness. Roemer spent her early career at Bally Total Fitness, creating a new focus on lifestyle within the former fitness giant, but when life brought her to Chicago, she worked at PowerPlate in their studio and eventually was the General Manager of David Barton Gym. Micheli had just started teaching Barre at Dailey Method, although her deep passion for fitness fueled her through her early career as a traveling computer programmer. Together, they bonded over their shared love of fitness and their desire to create a treadmill and strength training format. And eight years ago when Micheli and Roemer opened their first Shred415 location, Roemer recalls where the fitness industry was: fitness fanatics were committed to their routines, but not to their gyms. Those who wanted to do their favorite fitness classes bought class-packs, not memberships. A departure from big-box gyms and their commitment-focused memberships. "Everything comes back full-circle," Roemer mused. "I feel like we're back in this full-circle cycle where we started with big box gyms and people were paying memberships ... there's a lot more competition in the playing field now and we've all come back to trying to capture our clients and have recurring revenue and memberships." And lot of other elements have changed through the near-decade of Shred415. The pair can now count themselves as franchisors. As the brand first grew, it was corporate-owned - a model in which one controlling entity invests in and opens all locations. That's a slower way to grow, especially as the Shred415 community called for expansion outside of Chicago. "We were receiving emails from people across the country wanting us to get to their city, their town, their state," Roemer remembers. But after winning EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2015, Micheli and Roemer made a life-changing connect with OrangeTheory founder Ellen Latham who talked them through franchising and how it can supercharge their nationwide growth. Today, you can find Shred415 across the nation, run by franchisees who fell in love with the brand and even some who started as instructors in Chicago and took the brand with them to other cities and states. At the heart of this expanding empire, though, are two friends who were lucky enough to meet in line at a coffee shop and somehow managed to find their perfect match in business. "The second we worked together it was such an incredible partnership from day one, we, just have each others' best interests in mind," Micheli said. Find Shred415 locations nationwide, and soon globally. Work out with Bonnie and Tracy on the SweatWorking App and if you already love Shred415 and want to open one yourself, you can find out more about franchising here.  

An unexpected career setback motivated Ellen Latham to open her first Pilates studio in South Florida. The value she created led to Orangetheory Fitness, an international franchise with more than 1200 locations and a billion dollar brand licensed in 20 countries.

In this episode we talk about how the founder of Orangetheory fitness, Ellen Latham, used empowering beliefs to create her dream.

Welcome to Rich is Not a Four-Letter Word, the podcast for your wallet. I’m Gerri Willis with the Fox Business Network. Ellen Latham is the co-founder  of Orangetheory Fitness, the highly successful gym franchise that is taking the country by storm. Latham, an Exercise Physiologist, is attempting to help members remake their bodies from the ground up to be healthier and better off. I spoke with her recently about building the business. Here are the takeaways: Focus on what you have, not what you don't have. Starting the business was equal parts desperation and inspiration for Ellen, who started pursuing her own business after she was let go from a high-end Miami Beach gym, where she was manager. When that happened her father told her to focus on what she could do and what she had, and she soon got back into the fitness mix offering her own Pilates class. Start simple. At first, Latham was looking to develop a workout that she could offer a small number of clients. In the early years, she didn't even dream of starting a company that would ultimately have 1200 franchised locations and a high profile around the country. Don't just show up. Go out to perform the best you possibly can in everything you do. Take a listen to the podcast! Follow me on Twitter @gerriwillisFBN and on Facebook, where my handle is GerriWillis. You can also find me on Instagram at Gerri_Willis. Bottom line, I want to hear from you! What money issues do you want to explore? Tell me and we will get it on the podcast. Have a great day and remember, Rich is NOT a Four-Letter Word!  

Life-changing. Addicting. Intense. These are just a few words that have been used to describe Orangetheory – the fitness studio known for its science-backed, technology-tracked, coach-inspired workouts. The franchise has taken the world by storm – in just eight years, it has amassed a million members, expanded to over 1,100 locations around the world, and has crossed a threshold that very few businesses manage to reach: exceeding $1 billion in revenue in a single year. But what is it that fueled Orangetheory’s rise to the top of an industry that is so full of competition? In this episode of the peak performance season, we are bringing you to Business Mastery – where you have a front-row seat at the Masters of Disruption panel. At this panel, Tony spoke with Ellen Latham, the creator and co-founder of Orangetheory Fitness. You’ll also hear a bit from Danny Meyer, founder of Union Square Hospitality Group and creator of Shake Shack, as he participates in the panel, and even asks Ellen a question toward the end. As you'll soon find out, Ellen’s energy is boundless, and certainly infectious. And it was this very energy, in combination with her creativity, determination and pure grit, that got her through the most difficult time of her life – a time when she was laid off her job, out of work and a single mother to her 9-year old son. She tells Tony about her bulletproof mindset during that time, and the sports psychology technique she used to turn what could have been a massive break-down – into the massive break-through that led her to create Orangetheory fitness. Orangetheory offers heart rate-based workouts, built around the physiological concept of excess-post-exercise oxygen consumption, or E.P.O.C., where the body continues to burn calories at a higher rate even after the workout is over. But behind the science of Orangetheory is something far less measurable, but just as powerful: its raving fan culture. Ellen reveals to Tony how she and her partners have strategically built an army of fiercely loyal clients – and what they’ve done to scale this culture across the globe.  

You’ve seen the ‘orange splat’ that’s pervaded nearly every corner in America… and now also the world. But did you know the Orangetheory concept was created by Florida fitness trainer Ellen Latham while she was a single mom in her 40s? I’m thrilled for you to meet the founder of this global fitness phenomenon on this week’s #GlambitionRadio! Orangetheory Fitness has grown to 1,100+ studios across the U.S. and in more than 23 countries—in just 8 YEARS. Last year the company reached $1 BILLION in systemwide sales. The Orangetheory Workout is now conducted in eight different languages, with 800,000 members worldwide. The post Ellen Latham, Creator of Orangetheory Fitness — Glambition Radio Episode 161 with Ali Brown appeared first on Ali Brown - the world's most recognized business coach for women entrepreneurs, leadership, speaker, and founder of The Trust..

Ellen Latham is a perfect example of “never say never”. She took a vision she had in her mind, and a love of helping people become happy and healthy, and created a billion dollar business. Today, she shares her journey of going from a single mom fired from her job, to opening her own fitness center, to creating Orangetheory Fitness, a company that changed the fitness industry and created a colorful new category. She also shares some top level fitness insight, how she overcomes moments of self doubt, and why she will never give up a delicious bowl of spaghetti. What You'll Hear in This Episode: Ellen's background in fitness and health, and the impact her parents had on her winning mindset. Yes, even Ellen has mornings she doesn't want to get up and workout. Find out how she gets out of bed to rise and conquer. Ellen's very own fitness regime, eating plan, and the different modalities and moderations she does to switch it up. The fateful day Ellen got let go from her job, and the details she still remembers decades later. How her father instilled his sports psychology of momentum shifting to be resilient, grateful and proactive. The societal shift in mindset and mentorship of women in business over the recent generations that Ellen has witnessed. How Ellen made the giant leap from giving one on one lessons, opening a pilates studio and opening “Ellen's Ultimate Workout”. The way Ellen brought in cutting edge science to design workouts that get proven results in an entire new category. Why Ellen turned away her first offer to franchise! The lessons Ellen learned in not being able to “Ellen-ize” every studio, and the need to create design templates that could be followed successfully. That asking for help and support is a display of strength, not a sign weakness. The wonderful and unique culture that Orangetheory creates in every studio, with every person. The importance of mixing human contact with modern technology in business, and how Orangetheory balances both. Why women shouldn't be afraid of weight lifting! What's next for Orangetheory, and Ellen both personally and professionally. Ellen's advice for female entrepreneurs looking to truly live their best life: believe in your potential, find your purpose, stick with your people. Quotes: “Create your “why”, and you gain clarity and motivation.” “I'm Italian, so carbs are something we will never give up.” “Focus on what you do have and your talents, know your worth.” “When I hear a problem, I look for solutions. That's just who I am.” “You have to believe in your potential one thousand percent.” “Take advantage of the colorful thinking of women. It will add to your business.” “I'm going to leave a legacy of changing and improving the world.” “You find great happiness when you find your purpose in life.” Mentioned: Ellen Latham Orangetheory Fitness @Orangetheory Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram Carrie Doll - Facebook Please rate, review and follow the podcast! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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“I finally thought, ‘Why not me? Why not give it a shot?’” —Ellen Latham Ellen Latham is the creator and co-founder of Orangetheory Fitness. Orangetheory is the fastest-growing fitness franchise in the world: It's currently in 18 countries, it brought in more than $700 million in sales last year, and Ellen and her team recently celebrated the opening of the brand's 1000th studio. Of course, the road to super success hasn't been simple for Ellen. Before she was the founder of Orangetheory, she was a single mom who had just gotten fired from her job and had to figure out what to do next. On this episode, Ellen, who lives in Fort Lauderdale, FL, reflects on those challenges, how she decided to become an entrepreneur, and what makes OTF special. She also talks about her greatest successes and scariest failures and growing pains. Thank you to AfterShokz for sponsoring this episode of the Ali on the Run Show! CLICK HERE for $55 off your wireless headphone bundle!   What you’ll get on this episode: How Ellen made her way into the fitness industry (1:50) How being a single mom who got fired from her job led Ellen to create Orangetheory, and how she bounced back from extreme discomfort (2:40) Whether Ellen always knew she would be a huge success, and how she learned to be an entrepreneur (8:45) What Ellen says are the most important decisions she’s made to grow Orangetheory to become the fastest-growing fitness franchise in the world (16:00) Why Orangetheory’s motto is “More Life,” and what that means to Ellen (22:30) What a day in the life of Ellen Latham is like (26:00) Ellen shares her future goals for Orangetheory (28:00) Ellen’s advice for first-time Orangetheory-goers and for women who want to pursue careers in the fitness industry (30:45) What keeps Ellen up at night (33:45) What we mention on this episode: Orangetheory Fitness Ellen’s Ultimate Workout Massage Envy Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Facebook Twitter @aliontherun1 Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

In today’s podcast, we get to know Orangetheory Fitness creator and co-founder Ellen Latham, co-founder and CEO Dave Long, and the OTF real estate team. Learn how an entrepreneurial woman with a master’s in exercise physiology turned her vision into one of the hottest personal fitness brands in the world.

Segment 1: Ellen Latham is a highly trained physiologist with a lifelong passion for health and fitness. Her desire to be on the cutting edge of fitness inspired Ellen to design “The Ultimate Workout,” which became the foundation for Orangetheory Fitness Workout gym in Florida.Segment 2: Jonathan David Lewis is the author of Brand vs Wild, a Forbes contributor and a brand survival expert at McKee Wallwork + Co.Segment 3: Emily Harris is the program manager for Let's Put Our Cities on the Map initiative at Google. She is a key leader in the effort to drive economic growth by helping small business get online and succeed online. Segment 4: Ilan Ferdman is a co-founder of Satori Prime–as well as a world-class life coach, passionate entrepreneur, and motivational speaker, fiercely dedicated to success.Segment 5: Alexa Roman is a Lead Product Designer at Burner, an app for creating on-demand, smart phone numbers. At Burner, she works on product and growth initiatives through the lens of customer experience. Sponsored by Nextiva

72% of people fall off their New Year's resolutions in the first month of the year.   Don't let that be you.   In this episode, Bronni Karatassos, the head trainer at OrangeTheory Fitness Sandy Springs, shares how you can make your healthy New Year's resolution easier – and more fun! If you have a resolution to lose weight then you should check out OrangeTheory's next event. The coaches will support you, and the reward will help keep you going to the gym!   The OrangeTheory 6 Week Weight Loss Challenge runs from January 16th - February 27th, 2017. Each studio will be running their own challenge. One male and one female will win $500. I'm a big fan of OrangeTheory workouts. The programs are fun, personalized and change every week. Your 55-minute session incorporates music, instruction and the Splat point system to help you monitor your progress. Splat points are awarded for each minute you spend with your heart rate elevated. The goal isn't to have the most points – the goal is to create an afterburn. The theory behind OrangeTheory and the Splat point system is that, after 12-25 minutes of elevated heart rate during a workout, you will create an afterburn. An afterburn means that, for the next 24-36 hours, you will have a slow, low calorie burn. The points let you track your progress during a single session, and over time. “That's the game changer in OrangeTheory and that's why we're so successful – You give us an hour of your time, and we're going to give you a 24-36 hour calorie burn for the rest of the day and into the next day.” If you get bored easily, or if you're OCD like me, you'll really enjoy the OrangeTheory programs. You'll also never experience the same workout from week to week. This keeps your sessions diverse and more fun, and your muscles are getting challenged in a different way each time you come in. “There are no rules are OrangeTheory. If this is a first time workout, if you haven't worked out in six months, we want to ease you into the shallow end. We certainly aren't going to take you into the deep end and let you drown.” The changing programs and supportive coaches at OrangeTheory make it an easy and fun place for beginners to get fit in the New Year. Plus, your first workout is always free! OrangeTheory is most effective when you go to the gym four times a week. They're so confident it will work that they have a money back guarantee, for the first month, if you're not getting results and you're going at least three times a week.   Resources: Learn more about OrangeTheory Fitness: Website Push: A Guide to Living an All Out Life: The Story of Orangetheory Fitness by Ellen Latham   Production & Development for Rebel Health Coach by Podcast Masters