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In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains what it takes to produce content that converts. This is more about messaging as a whole and how to deliver a message so strong, it's impossible to ignore. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike gives a straight gut punch about the difference between success and failure. There is also some important tactical information packed into this episode mixed in with the harsh reality about what it takes to succeed as a coach who wants a thriving business. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike gives an inspirational episode about how to keep going in your business, even when things haven't been going well. You probably need to listen to this as a reminder to keep showing up. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike breaks down the components that are necessary in your business if you want to grow and scale. Keep in mind that growing and scaling will look different depending on your ultimate goal. But this episode provides the requirements regardless of whether you want a big team or just a full 1 on 1 rostter. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
Struggling to grow beyond 100 members? Most boutique gyms hit a ceiling in revenue and membership, but there's a solution that goes beyond referrals and organic marketing.Welcome to Gym Marketing Made Simple, the show focused on cutting through the noise around gym growth. Each episode centers on practical marketing, sales, and leadership systems that help boutique gyms build steady momentum without guesswork or constant outreach.Episode HighlightsIn today's episode, Blake Ruff breaks down the real reason most boutique gyms stall out around 100–150 members and why “better systems” alone won't fix it. He explains how to use paid marketing, strong offers, and a frictionless funnel to create consistent lead flow, beat churn, and turn your gym growth into a predictable process instead of a monthly guessing game.Episode OutlineThe hidden reality of gym ownership: long hours, tight margins, and member churn canceling out new sign-ups Why relying on organic marketing, referrals, and “just get better systems” keeps gyms stuck at 100–150 members How big franchises open with hundreds of members by paying for attention, not waiting to be discovered Why owning a gym is such an easy entry business—and why that makes your local market brutally competitive The core problem: a lack of consistent, predictable lead flow rather than a lack of effort or coaching quality Building a basic marketing funnel: from ad to lead, from lead to appointment, from appointment to paying member Crafting a strong, valuable offer that clearly communicates why someone should act now Removing friction in your funnel so joining feels as easy and familiar as buying on Amazon Lead nurture that works: fast follow-up, human connection, and why calls still matter The power of speed-to-lead and what it means for your close rate Using math instead of emotion: understanding CAC and forecasting growth from your ad spend Why depending on referrals and “good months” is a dangerous way to run your gym Turning marketing into a repeatable process you can scale to dominate your local area Episode Chapters00:00 Intro – Welcome to Gym Marketing Made Simple00:28 The Reality of Being a Gym Owner01:25 Hitting the 100–150 Member Ceiling02:10 Why Organic Marketing Isn't Enough03:05 Competing With Franchises That “Pay for Attention”03:52 Building a Simple, Frictionless Marketing Funnel04:40 Lead Nurture and Speed-to-Lead05:23 Using Data and CAC to Make Predictable Decisions06:20 The Danger of Relying on Referrals Alone07:15 Choosing Predictable Growth Over Guesswork08:10 Invitation to Book a Call With Lasso08:44 Outro and Final MessageAction TakenInvite listeners to book a free call with Lasso to audit their current marketing and lead flow Direct listeners to lassoFramework.com to learn more about done-for-you paid marketing for gyms Encourage gym owners to shift from referral dependence to data-driven paid acquisition Challenge listeners to measure and track their customer acquisition cost (CAC) before scaling spendConclusionPaid marketing provides boutique gyms with predictable lead flow, higher conversion rates, and a clear path to growth. By implementing a strong offer, a frictionless funnel, and fast follow-up, gym owners can take control of revenue and scale confidently.CTABook your free strategy call and see what it would take to build a predictable, paid marketing system for your gym.
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike gives a very clear action step that you can take if you want to enroll your next 3-5+ clients in 30 days. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike gives a very clear action step that you can take if you want to enroll your next 3-5+ clients in 30 days. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains the thing that is missing from most coaching businesses that prevent them from scaling. Even coaches who are seeing success with revenue, often have a major gap that is limiting their upside. Tune in to this episode to find out what it is. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike the step by step process to scaling your business. This will be the exact playbook you can follow regardless of where you're starting and what revenue you goal you want to hit. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike talks about how to fix the various constraints in your business. Whether it's lead generation, middle of funnel, or conversion... this episode will explain how to identify the missing piece and, most importantly, how to fix it. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
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In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike delivers a gut punch to every coach that is struggling with business growth. This could either be the exact thing you need to hear... or the thing that pisses you off. Either way, if you appreciate a heavy dose of real talk, you should tune in and listen intently. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains why you need top of funnel growth in your business. This is the area that most coaches struggle with. They are really good at educating. Providing value. Creating results. But they have a hard time attracting new eyeballs. You can't keep making the same offers to the same audience. Tune in to understand why both top of funnel and middle of funnel is important. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike goes into detail about some of the potential downfalls of scaling your coaching business and why revenue screenshots can be very misleading. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike shares what most coaches are getting wrong with their messaging and how to fix it. After hosting an entire workshop on messaging, it became very clear why so many coaches are missing the mark and struggling to attract high quality leads. Once this messaging shift happens, you'll notice a huge difference in your lead quality. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
Most leads aren't bad leads. They're just not ready.The real issue sits in the gap between awareness and commitment, and most gyms underestimate how wide that gap actually is.Welcome to Gym Marketing Made Simple, a podcast built to remove confusion from gym growth. Each episode focuses on clear marketing, sales, and leadership systems for boutique gyms seeking steady momentum without relying on guesswork or constant hustle.Episode HighlightsIn this episode, Tommy from Lasso Framework explains the importance of lead quality and readiness in the marketing funnel for boutique fitness gyms. The know, like, and trust gap is key in determining whether leads are ready to buy. Facebook ads are effective for building awareness, but often attract leads that are not immediately prepared to commit. With a typical lead-to-close conversion rate around 10%, most non-converting leads are simply not ready, rather than unqualified. Accurate ad representation and strong lead nurture systems, including personalized follow-ups, are essential to build trust and increase readiness.Episode OutlineWhat lead quality and lead readiness actually mean inside a gym marketing funnel.How the know, like, and trust gap affects conversion rates.Why Facebook and Meta ads create awareness, not instant buyers.The reality behind the common 10% lead-to-close rate.How inaccurate ad messaging creates friction and mismatched expectations.The ethical side of selling high-ticket services.Why organic content and follow-up systems matter more than more leads.How consistent nurture builds familiarity and reduces hesitation.Episode Chapters00:00 Intro01:45 Lead Quality vs. Lead Readiness03:30 Paid Ads & the Awareness Stage04:55 Lead-to-Close Benchmarks & What 10% Really Means06:40 When Lead Quality Is a Problem08:05 Pricing, Socio-Economic Fit, and Ethics in Selling09:25 Systems That Close the Know–Like–Trust Gap10:24 From Marketing Problem to Sales System Problem11:10 Lead Nurture & the Dating AnalogyAction TakenPost consistently on organic social channels to build familiarity and trustClarify website messaging with clear positioning, offers, and next stepsPublish testimonials and real member photos to reduce hesitationAudit ad creative to ensure accurate representation of the gymStrengthen lead nurture systems with multi-touch follow-upsConclusionLead volume is rarely the problem. Most gyms are speaking to people too early in the relationship. When trust, clarity, and consistency are built into the system, readiness improves, and conversions follow naturally.CTAListen to the full episode and follow the show for more gym marketing clarity.
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike goes into detail about why so many coaches are crushing with monthly workshops right now. No surprise, it starts with dialed in messaging. This episode will explain how to generate new clients each month with a simple process. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike goes into detail about business growth and how it can look different than you expect. It doesn't have to include doing more or grinding harder. It can actually mean simplifying and doing less. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains the new era of lead generation and the psychology that makes it work. Most coaches rely on old tactics that haven't worked since 2020. If you want to enroll new clients in 2026, you must play by the new rules. Tune in to this episode to find out what they are. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike breaks down 2 things that are necessary to solve your lead generation struggles. It's easy to assume that you aren't generating enough leads but if these two things are missing, then you're leaving a ton of opportunities on the table. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike outlines everything that he's leaving behind in 2025 that will not carry forward in 2026. I highly recommend you listen if you're interested in leveling up as a business owner. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains what most coaches need to focus on to thrive in 2026. This is a critical part of growth and being able to help more people. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains the one key ingredient that makes or breaks your coaching business. If you nail this part, everything works. If you swing and miss on this part, everything fails. Find out what it is by tuning in. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains how to simplify your business to be able to grow more predictably. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this conversation, John Demitri shares his extensive journey from technology to real estate, emphasizing the importance of leveraging AI in the industry. He discusses the role of an investor agent, the benefits of real estate investing, and the unique opportunities in the Florida market. Dimitri also highlights how AI can enhance communication, marketing, and productivity in real estate, while predicting its future impact on the industry. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
If you've ever said, “I hate tech, I just want this to work,” this episode is your blueprint. Kerri M. Roberts sits down with systems and automation expert Brenda Breland of Build Business Academy and BuildDesk, who helps small business owners automate leads, follow-up, and client journeys - without needing a full-time ops or marketing team. Learn how to plug the money leaks in your follow-up, use automation that feels human, and build simple systems that let you serve your clients with excellence.They unpack the difference between AI that tries to replace you and automation that actually amplifies you, so your clients still feel seen, known, and cared for. Together, Kerri and Brenda walk through why every business, even the tiniest shop, needs a CRM from day one, what smart follow-up really looks like, and how to think through whether you're called to serve B2B, B2C, or both.Underneath all of it is a simple, biblical principle: faithful stewardship. When you care for the systems behind your business and the body God has given you, you're freed up to lead, love, and serve at a higher level. This episode will help you see where your systems may be working against you - and what to do about it before the year ends.Key TakeawaysMost small businesses are leaking money in their follow-up.Automation should amplify you, not replace you.Every business needs a CRM from day one.Content that converts starts with connection.Follow-up is the one automation you can't afford to ignore.Resources✨ HR in a Box – Your Fractional HR Partner for Small Business If you're growing a business and want to build people systems that honor your team and protect your company, HR in a Box gives you the tools, templates, and guidance you need—without the cost of a full-time HR department. From compliant hiring to performance conversations, it's designed to help you lead with clarity, integrity, and confidence. www.saltandlightadvisors.com/hrinabox
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains why a lot of coaches and coaching businesses are struggling right now. More importantly, he explains how you can be part of the small percent that thrive. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains the complete formula to scaling your business based on data and logic. This may be the most important episode of the year. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike drops some serious tough love about what's missing in your business and what all of the successful coaches have in common. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike breaks down 4 different funnels that you can use to scale your coaching business to various levels. Whether you're trying to maintain at consistent $10k months or if you have aspirations of scaling to seven figures and beyond, this episode will explain the funnels and systems to make it happen. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike discusses some key updates to social media algorithms and how this directly impacts organic content and paid ads. Tune in if you want to capitalize on this opportunity. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike talks about how to take advantage of Black Friday sales and some of the systems you need in your business to create predictable growth. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains an email strategy that works really well for building trust and converting new clients. This is in addition to the belief-shifting framework which he also breaks down in this episode. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike offers up a recap of the People First Summit. This will help you understand the necessary components of your business. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike drops a heavy dose of tough love and explains the importance of mastering your message to attract the right clients. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains the most important systems that you need in your business if you want to grow without having to put in so much manual effort. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains the need for systems, data, and routine more than ever. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.Get your ticket to the People First Summit: REGISTER HERE------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains the fundamentals of business that many coaches struggle with. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.Get your ticket to the People First Summit: REGISTER HERE------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
In this episode! Today's Main Topic: Lead, Nurture, Sell! I am testing some new software recording using Wave Lab Cast 2. One thing that I am planning to due better is to continue to hone my craft, but I'm finding I really need to narrow that down. One of those things is Audio Technology, hence the new software. I explain it in the episode. I also want to talk about some of the changes I am making to Age of Radio and our lead generation and nurturing workflows. Enjoy! Join the Age of Radio Discord | https://discord.gg/EeamD8WcjN Follow me on Goodpods https://goodpods.app.link/usUyBZzhuNb Free Financial Consultation: https://forms.gle/B6nNZ2FbxbhESCHg9 Red Wizard Gaming Society: https://discord.gg/9D43EszdUB DM if you are interested in Life Insurance! If you or someone you know has been struggling or in crisis please call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains the heartbeat of your business that makes everything else work. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for The Collective.Get your ticket to the People First Summit: REGISTER HERE------------------------------------------------Click here to apply for coaching!For some amazing resources and to be a part of a badass community, join our FB group HEREThe personality assessment is now available online! Click here to take the assessment and find out what your personality tells us about the way you should be training and eating.Take the assessment here!To learn more about Neurotyping, visit www.neurotypetraining.comFollow Mike on IG at @coach_mike_millner
Dive into the powerful "Flows and Functions" method—a practical, proven framework that breaks down your business into five key areas: lead generation, lead nurture, conversion, delivery, and retention. Learn how to pinpoint your biggest bottleneck and fix it strategically so you can scale sustainably and stop spinning your wheels. Packed with real-world insights and actionable tips, this episode will help you regain clarity, increase revenue, and build a business that flows. “So when you use intuition on where should I be focused, do it alongside looking at the truth, looking at what's actually broken.” Key points to focus on: Success Can Still Feel Chaotic Even during high-revenue months (like hitting $100K+), a business can feel overwhelming and unstable without systems and focus in place. The "Flows and Bottlenecks" Method is Essential Businesses have five core functions—lead generation, lead nurture, conversion, delivery, and retention—and identifying the weakest link (bottleneck) is key to sustainable growth. Diagnose Before You Act Most entrepreneurs fix what's easiest or most urgent, rather than what's actually broken. Using data and honest self-assessment is crucial to determining the real problem. Lead Nurture is Often Overlooked Many coaches think they need more leads, but often the issue lies in nurturing and converting existing leads more effectively—like optimizing email or content strategy. Let Data Guide, Not Emotions Don't let fear or ego dictate business priorities. Use intuition, but validate it with measurable insights to make smart, grounded decisions. Use the Project-Process-Person Framework Once the bottleneck is identified, tackle it using this trio: define a project, create a process around it, and assign the right person (including yourself) to execute or support it. Connect with Jason Meland: Email: jason@goliveonlinemastermind.com Website: https://www.growmyvisibility.com/ Instagram: @coachjasonmeland Facebook: Jason Meland - In Demand Coach LinkedIn: Jason Meland
Today, Two-Brain Business founder Chris Cooper previews his new lead-nurture webinar and free checklist guide. If you're chasing more leads but not seeing results, this training is for you.Learn how to stop wasting the leads you already have, get more leads to show up and improve your conversion rate by 21X.Ready to unlock hidden profit with 10 proven lead-nurture strategies? Attend the free training on June 17 at noon Eastern in Gym Owners United.LinksGym Owners UnitedBook a Call
#247 Lead Nurturing | In this episode, Danielle is joined by Samar Owais, founder of Emails Done Right; Sheri Otto, CEO of Growth Lane Strategies; and Sofia Silva, Marketing Manager at Reachdesk.These three email experts came together for a live roast of real B2B lead nurture emails, submitted by marketers from the Exit Five community. You'll hear the good, the bad, and the fixable, with practical insights on how to improve your own nurture sequences.Danielle, Samar, Sheri, and Sofia cover:The most common lead nurture mistakes B2B marketers make (and how to fix them)Why every email should be treated as a conversation, not just a campaignHow to write nurture emails that create connection, not clicks for clicks' sakeIf you're building (or rebuilding) your nurture strategy, this one's packed with real examples and expert feedback to guide your next send.Timestamps(00:00) - – Intro: Welcome to the Lead Nurture Roast (02:36) - – Meet the Experts: Samar, Sheri, and Sofia (06:33) - – What Is **Lead Nurturing, Really? (09:26) - – The Problem with “We” Language in Emails (11:48) - – The Biggest Mistakes B2B Marketers Make (14:13) - – Why AI Isn't Your Copywriter (16:08) - – Teardown #1: Subject Line Gone Wrong (20:38) - – How to Build a Nurture Sequence Around a Whitepaper (23:18) - – CTA Overload and Why It Kills Clicks (28:23) - – Teardown #2: Great Open Rate, Low Engagement (32:17) - – The One-CTA Rule (And Why It Matters) (34:59) - – Structuring Long Emails for Skimmability (37:31) - – Teardown #3: Cold Lead, Wrong Email (40:04) - – Re-Engagement Emails That Actually Work (42:54) - – Use Social Proof Instead of Product Pitches (44:34) - – Teardown #4: The Overloaded Onboarding Email (47:29) - – What's a “Micro Conversion” in SaaS Email? (52:04) - – Time-to-Value and the First Action That Matters (54:19) - – This Email Is... a Whole Sequence in One (56:39) - – Teardown #5: Trust Email or Generic Spam? (59:34) - – Why Specificity Beats Industry Buzzwords (01:01:49) - – Final Scores and Wrap-Up Send guest pitches and ideas to hi@exitfive.comJoin the Exit Five Newsletter here: https://www.exitfive.com/newsletterCheck out the Exit Five job board: https://jobs.exitfive.com/Become an Exit Five member: https://community.exitfive.com/checkout/exit-five-membership***Today's episode is brought to you by Knak. Email (in my humble opinion) is the still the greatest marketing channel of all-time.It's the only way you can truly “own” your audience.But when it comes to building the emails - if you've ever tried building an email in an enterprise marketing automation platform, you know how painful it can be. Templates are too rigid, editing code can break things and the whole process just takes forever. That's why we love Knak here at Exit Five. Knak a no-code email platform that makes it easy to create on-brand, high-performing emails - without the bottlenecks.Frustrated by clunky email builders? You need Knak.Tired of ‘hoping' the email you sent looks good across all devices? Just test in Knak first.Big team making it hard to collaborate and get approvals? Definitely Knak.And the best part? Everything takes a fraction of the time.See Knak in action at knak.com/exit-five. Or just let them know you heard about Knak on Exit Five.***Thanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of the Exit Five podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your B2B podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more
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If you've been struggling to generate quality leads in your business or feel stuck because you feel like you're not gaining any traction with your follower count, this episode is for you! I'm going to share what mistake most coaches are making when it comes to lead generation and what to do instead. I also want to share an invitation for a free masterclass we are having that will dive much deeper into this topic. Time Stamps: (0:28) Lead Generation (1:08) Lead Generation vs Lead Nurture (2:38) Burning Out (3:23) A Strong Offer First (3:58) Our Free Masterclass (6:38) Running Ads (7:38) Importance of Tracking (8:43) Booking A Free Call With Us ---------- Click Here To Register For Our Free Viral Engine System Masterclass! ---------- Whenever You're Ready, Here Are 4 Ways We Can Help You (For Free) (Community) Join the Fitness Business Secrets FB Community to Unlock Your Free 5 Clients in 5 Days Mini-Course (Content) Grab our exact post templates that are responsible for more than 3,500 online clients in our business Automated Post Planner (Instagram) 3-5x Your Engagement, Grow an Audience and Generate Dream Clients from Instagram IG Playbook For Health & Fitness Coaches (Get Clarity) Schedule a FREE No-Obligation 15-minute Call to Explore How To Add 10,000/Mo to Your Business–Guaranteed
I sat down with Glenn Sandifer, who went from being a self-proclaimed "introverted only child" to a corporate leader with some fascinating stops along the way – including a stint at Samsung back when they were the "Dynex of their day" (his words, and if you're too young to get that reference, count yourself lucky). We dove into how growing up ping-ponging between family members and entertaining himself with video games and comics inadvertently prepared him for leadership. Glenn had me chuckling with his story of becoming a tech expert by practically living in libraries, learning the difference between plasma and LCD displays when most of us were just hoping our TVs would turn on. But what really got me was his take on modern masculinity and leadership – turns out there's a world of difference between being a manager who just keeps the ship afloat and a leader who actually steers it somewhere worthwhile. His insights on male friendship and community hit especially hard in our age of LinkedIn connections but real-world disconnection. Between his corporate wisdom and spiritual groundedness, Glenn makes a compelling case for measuring success not by the size of your PowerPoint deck (he's down to two slides now), but by how many people you help climb the ladder with you.About Glenn: Founder Glenn Sandifer has the current privilege of leading the world class Inside Sales and Client Sucess group at the second largest Global Security provider. His strategic leadership and client-centric approach, lead to consistent conversion of inbound and outbound contacts, envied by the competition. Glenn provides strategic support within the Global Marketing Team with a heavy focus on North American Markets. Whether it is supporting the Sales Operations components of the business or providing support to the Operations group, Glenn ensures value for the organization stays top of mind. In 2018, Glenn Founded Glenn Sandifer Consulting with the aim of supporting SME and Local Enterprise Organizations in their efforts around Demand Generation, Lead Qualification, Lead Nurture and Client Success practices. Most clients were in the Home Service Verticals and enjoyed unprecedented growth during this time. He is currenlty a member of Emblaze (formerly AA-ISP) Wilson County and Nashville Black Chambers of Commerce. Glenn is also a proud member of the Gamma Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Glenn is from Indiana, but currently resides in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife and two children. WebsiteLinkedInFaceBookInstagram
In this episode of The Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Derek Batman from Lucid Branding Solutions delve into evolving gym marketing strategies, emphasizing customized approaches, technology-human touch balance, and scalability considerations. They further discuss guidelines for gym owners, including the financial threshold for ad spend, content creation tips, the role of a skilled salesperson, and the contact information for Lucid Branding Solutions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Tactical Empire00:35 Meet Derek Batman: A Journey from Gym Owner to Marketing Guru02:54 The Birth of Lucid Branding Solutions08:05 Challenges and Solutions in Gym Marketing11:42 The Power of Personal Touch in Marketing12:47 Expanding the Business Model: Setting Up a Call Center14:55 The Impact of a Personalized Approach22:03 Facing the Challenges of Scaling Up22:42 The Genesis of a Game-Changing Service for Gyms24:36 Scaling Beyond the Gym: A Vision for Diverse Industries27:05 The Blueprint for Success in the Fitness Marketing Space31:26 Setting the Bar: Requirements and Expectations for Gym Partnerships39:35 Crafting a Winning Strategy: Content, Metrics, and Sales Excellence45:40 Elevating the Industry: The Impact of Professionalism and SophisticationYou can connect with Derek Batman here:Instagram - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhudson1LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-batman-b48792124 If what you heard resonated with you, you can find Jeff on Instagram, Facebook. If you're interested you can visit The Tactical Empire's website https://www.thetacticalempire.com/home-4169. And don't forget to visit us on Apple Podcasts to leave a review and let us know what you think! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping us spread the word!
As we wrap up The Lead Generation series, you likely already know how important staying top-of-mind is. If you're not top-of-mind when the client is ready to hire someone, you won't get the gig. Period. So what are the 3 best strategies for nurturing your leads, and ultimately getting more gigs? That's what this week's episode is all about! In this episode you'll discover: Nurturing leads the way you nurture a garden The three unofficial buckets of lead nurture strategies What being "known well" should mean to you Choosing a type of content for your content marketing Discovery content vs. nurture content Why paid ads are content marketing Using retargeting to nurture your leads The difference between a marketing lead and a sales lead Why you need to go all in on your chosen content area For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/283