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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: September, 2025
Sep 29, 2025

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Unlocking Business Success: Beyond Hard Work

In this episode, find out about the harsh realities of being a business owner and why hard work alone isn't enough for success. Our host shares insights gleaned from countless conversations with business owners, emphasizing the importance of solving real problems, combining strengths, creating value, and playing to individual talents. Discover actionable tips to direct your time, effort, and perseverance more effectively, ensuring you build the business you've always dreamed of.

00:00 Introduction: The Tough Reality of Being a Business Owner
01:35 The Importance of Solving Real Problems
03:34 Combining Strengths for Business Success
06:19 Focusing on Value Over Effort
07:23 Playing to Your Strengths
08:16 Conclusion: Using Time, Effort, and Energy Wisely

Sep 26, 2025

Capturing the 50+ Fitness Market with Jay Croft

In this episode of The Ideal Business Show, Pat Rigsby interviews Jay Croft, an expert in catering to the over-50 demographic in the fitness industry. Jay shares his extensive background in journalism and corporate communications, detailing his transition to founding Prime Fit Content, which provides marketing materials for fitness businesses targeting older adults. They discuss the importance of focusing on the rapidly growing 50+ fitness market, effective marketing strategies, and the launch of Jay's new book, 'Selling Longevity.' The conversation highlights how gyms can attract and retain older clients by addressing their specific fitness needs and concerns.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:00 Jay Croft's Background in Journalism
01:54 Transition to Fitness Industry
02:20 Identifying the Over 50 Fitness Market
04:11 Prime Fit Content and Marketing Strategies
07:06 Effective Marketing Channels for Older Demographics
11:50 Building Trust and Customer Experience
23:22 Jay's Book: Selling Longevity
26:15 Where to Find More Information

Sep 22, 2025

The Art of Information Aggregation and Execution in Business Success

In this episode, Pat discusses the importance of aggregating and distilling information for both personal and business improvement. With nearly 20 years of experience coaching business owners and co-owning 40 businesses in the fitness industry, he shares insights on the impact of effective information use and the need for humility. Real-life examples highlight the difference between those who merely consume information and those who execute actionable steps to achieve remarkable success. Tune in to learn how to turn knowledge into tangible outcomes and overcome common stumbling blocks on your path to growth.

00:00 Introduction: Aggregating Information for Improvement
00:51 My Unique Coaching Journey
02:17 Learning from Conversations
03:27 Transplanting Knowledge Across Markets
04:42 Humility: A Key to Learning
06:51 From Knowledge to Action
07:08 The Story of Sam: Execution Over Consumption
10:17 Conclusion: Be Humble and Implement

Sep 15, 2025

Ready to grow your clientele & revenue?

Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work.

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Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead?

Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00!

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Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook!

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Leveraging Proven Strategies for Business Success

In this insightful episode, Pat explores how revisiting and revitalizing past business tactics can drive significant success in the present market. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding historical marketing methods such as scholarships, sweepstakes, trials, and irresistible offers, and how these can be adapted for today's audience. By combining tried-and-true approaches with modern creativity and technology, businesses can enhance their strategies and achieve sustainable growth. Tune in to discover how learning from the past can springboard your business into the future.

00:00 Introduction: Embracing the End of Summer
00:45 Leveraging Proven Marketing Strategies
02:08 Modern Takes on Classic Marketing Plays
03:58 Building Relationships Before Selling
04:55 The Power of Irresistible Offers
06:37 Learning from the Past for Future Success
08:54 Conclusion: The Surest Path to Success

Sep 8, 2025

Are you a gym owner who wants to grow your clientele & revenue?
Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work.

https://info.patrigsby.com/20-client-generators

Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead?
Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00!

https://patrigsby.com/weeklyclientmachine

 Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook!

https://patrigsby.com/feh

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Mastering the Art of Creating Irresistible Offers by Capitalizing on Trends

In this episode, we delve into how to create compelling offers by leveraging current trends. The host outlines a step-by-step formula for aligning offers with personal values and market dynamics, using examples from the fitness and sports performance sectors. Key points include identifying hot topics, understanding public awareness, and filling knowledge gaps to meet consumer needs. The discussion highlights the importance of strategic marketing and offers insights into the practical application of trends like AI and GLP-1 medications in offer creation.

00:00 Introduction: Spotting Trendy Offers
00:46 Step 1: Align Offers with Your Values
01:28 Step 2: Identify Hot Topics and Trends
02:17 Step 3: Leverage Awareness Gaps
03:58 Step 4: Crafting a Trend-Based Offer
05:26 Step 5: Marketing to the Right Audience
06:58 Conclusion: Applying the Power Offer Formula

Sep 6, 2025

Are you a gym owner who wants to grow your clientele & revenue?
Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work.

https://info.patrigsby.com/20-client-generators

Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead?
Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00!

https://patrigsby.com/weeklyclientmachine

 Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook!

https://patrigsby.com/feh

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Sep 1, 2025

Are you a gym owner who wants to grow your clientele & revenue?
Download "The 20 Client Generators" PDF now and get instant access to strategies that will fill your calendar with potential clients. No complicated tech, no lengthy processes—just real strategies that work.

https://info.patrigsby.com/20-client-generators

Do you want to stop chasing leads and start attracting them instead?
Get Instant Access To The Weekly Client Machine For Just $5.00!

https://patrigsby.com/weeklyclientmachine

 Get Your FREE Copy of Pat's Fitness Entrepreneur Handbook!

https://patrigsby.com/feh

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Stop, Continue, Start: Crafting Your Success Strategy for the New Year

In this episode, we explore the powerful exercise of 'Stop, Continue, Start' to review and enhance your business strategy. Reflect on the past year to identify what activities and investments didn't serve you and should be stopped. Highlight what has worked well and needs to be continued to build momentum. Finally, consider new actions to start and maintain for sustained growth and success. This practical guide encourages intentional planning to ensure your efforts align with your business aspirations, leading to significant improvements in revenue, staff development, and personal growth.

00:00 Reflecting on the Past Year
00:58 Stop: Identifying What to Eliminate
02:26 Continue: Recognizing What Works
04:57 Start: Embracing New Initiatives
06:22 Crafting Your Ideal Week

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