691. A Firefighter Saving Lives Through Fitness | CrossFit Heath - a podcast by Jason Ackerman

Best Hour of Their Day takes you inside CrossFit Heath, where former firefighter and now Affiliate Owner Brandon Watson shares his journey in the fitness industry. Discover how he transformed his Affiliate by implementing effective class structures, focusing on member retention, and fostering a strong community culture. Brandon emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and adapting for Affiliate Owners, drawing parallels between his firefighting experience and managing a CrossFit gym. Tune in for direct, actionable advice for CrossFit Affiliate owners looking to elevate their gym's performance and member experience.

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Affiliate University - https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university

The Knowledge - https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/theknowledge

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(00:00) Intro

(03:13) Optimize Gym Location: Importance of facility placement.

(06:04) Coach After Learning: Teach post-training.

(09:12) Consider Business Ownership: Transition to ownership.

(10:18) Continuous Learning: Always improve.

(17:14) Enforce Class Start Times: Maintain punctuality.

(18:05) Member Accountability: Check on absentees.

(19:23) Set Priorities: Focus on goals.

(20:40) Improve Retention: Address member retention.

(30:22) Create Welcoming Environment: Enhance gym atmosphere.

(47:51) Recruit More Coaches: Expand coaching team.

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