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The Fitness Business School with Pat Rigsby

Pat Rigsby is a serial entrepreneur and business coach helping others build their Ideal Business. The Fitness Business School is here to give you insight and actionable tips to build your own Ideal Business that will lead you to your Ideal Life. Find out more at www.PatRigsby.com
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Now displaying: February, 2025
Feb 24, 2025

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Understanding the Root Causes of Business Failure
In this episode, Pat explores the reasons why businesses fail, drawing from his experience across various industries. He identifies common excuses like location and market saturation but emphasizes the critical role of the owner's psychology and proactive strategy. By highlighting examples such as independent restaurants and misguided business tactics, he underscores the importance of aligning strategy with actions and continuously seeking opportunities. He shares insights on how successful business owners take responsibility, remain proactive, and avoid the pitfalls that often lead to failure.
 
00:00 Introduction: Why Businesses Fail
00:17 Observations from Various Industries
01:52 The Owner's Mentality
02:53 Strategy and Tactics
03:51 Proactive vs. Reactive Business Owners
05:59 The Role of Luck and Effort
06:49 Conclusion: Learning from Failures
Feb 17, 2025

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Reaching Your Fitness Business Goals in 18 Months
 
In this episode of the Fitness Business School podcast, host Pat Rigsby discusses the keys to achieving your fitness business goals within 18 months. He shares insights from his experience with a disciplined client, Sam Bakhtiari, who built a nine-figure fitness empire. Pat emphasizes the importance of following a structured plan, being committed, and consistently putting in the work to see significant progress. He introduces the concept of 'FTDI' (Follow the Damn Instructions) as a simple yet powerful approach to reaching business milestones. Additionally, Pat offers a free ideal business diagnostic evaluation to help identify and address the most critical needs for business growth.
 
00:00 Introduction to Achieving Goals in 18 Months
00:28 Client Success Story: Sam Bakhtiari
01:43 The Power of Following Instructions
02:43 Implementing Systems for Business Growth
04:33 Consistency and Perseverance
06:42 Commitment to the Plan
07:42 Real-Life Success Stories
08:54 Conclusion and Special Offer
Feb 10, 2025

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Building a Power Network: Simple Steps to Strengthen Relationships
In this episode, Pat discusses the importance of building a powerful network and shares insights from a recent panel discussion at Shawnee State University. He emphasizes the value of maintaining relationships and seeking advice from knowledgeable individuals. Pat introduces two key strategies: 'Follow up Friday' for keeping current connections strong, and actively seeking advice from potential mentors to create new, valuable relationships. Through personal anecdotes and practical tips, he illustrates how these steps can help in building a robust and supportive network.
 
00:00 Introduction to Building a Power Network
00:08 The Importance of Networking
01:06 Franchise Training and Networking
01:57 Networking for College Students
02:48 Follow Up Friday: Maintaining Connections
04:05 Asking for Advice: Building New Relationships
06:05 Conclusion: Steps to Build a Power Network
Feb 3, 2025

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The Importance of Personal Connection for Business Growth in 2025 In this episode of the Fitness Business School podcast, Pat Rigsby discusses the crucial focus for fitness business owners to grow in 2025: personal connection. He emphasizes the pitfalls of over-relying on AI-driven content and the importance of humanizing your brand through personalized communication, video content, and direct engagement. Pat explains that people need substantial time with a brand to form trust and make informed decisions, highlighting the need for fitness professionals to build real relationships both online and offline. The episode concludes with a special offer for listeners to undergo a free Ideal Business Diagnostic to help identify and address key areas for business growth.
 
00:00 Introduction: The Key to Growth in 2025
00:31 Current Trends in the Fitness Industry
02:13 The Importance of Personal Connection
04:48 Building Relationships and Trust
06:11 Time with Brand: A Crucial Factor
11:23 Practical Steps to Personalize Your Approach
14:01 Conclusion and Special Offer
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