Shows
Fitness Business Asia PodcastOpening a Gym: Franchise or Build Your Own Brand?In this episode, host Jack Thomas breaks down the real trade-offs between opening your own gym and buying into a franchise. He walks through the questions you need to ask yourself around risk, control, systems, creativity, and skillset, so you can find the path most likely to lead to success. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution
2025-12-2217 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe Voice Problem Shortening Coaching Careers and Impacting Revenue, with Susie Millen Host Jack Thomas is joined by Susie Millen, founder of My Vocal Fitness, to unpack how widespread vocal damage is in the fitness industry, why it happens, and why it should be on every coach and manager's radar. They break down how the voice actually works, what's going wrong when instructors shout to be heard, and the simple habits coaches can adopt to protect their voice before, during, and after sessions. Susie also shares practical guidance on being heard clearly without shouting, when to use a mic (and when you don't need one), and small changes managers...
2025-12-1530 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow to Raise Your Prices Without Losing Members (And Maximizing Sales)Host Jack Thomas takes you through a five-step process on exactly how to increase your prices so that you minimize complaints and maximize sales. January 1st is the best time to do it, so now is the last chance to prepare. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights a...
2025-12-0216 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastSelling Your Gym: The Playbook for a High-Value ExitJack Thomas welcomes Mitch McGinley of Boutique Fitness Broker, who specialises in helping boutique fitness studios sell their gym for the best price possible. Every gym owner must consider what selling looks like one day, so we dig into how to position your business for maximum value, what buyers and investors really look for, and the common mistakes and pitfalls. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software E...
2025-11-241h 02
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow to Turn Black Friday Into Your Biggest Sales Day of the YearHost Jack Thomas shares how you can turn Black Friday into one of their biggest sales days of the year. Jack breaks down his proven strategies to maximize revenue, create urgency without discounting too deeply, and build long-term loyalty, rather than short-term buzz. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution NEWSLETTER For fitness business t...
2025-11-1016 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastMy Gym Was 'Mystery Shopped'. Here's What It Revealed (The Whole Truth)Host Jack Thomas' gym went through a full, anonymous 'experience evaluation' by The Fit Guide. In this episode, Jack shares the full truth on what the report revealed and how it's helped him improve his gym's experience, training and systems. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and n...
2025-10-1318 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe sales mistake that's destroying your business - and what to do insteadThe fitness industry is addicted to discounts and sales. In this episode host Jack Thomas tells you how this is damaging your business, and what to do instead. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter TH...
2025-09-2920 min
Fitness Business Asia Podcast303. My first HYROX race in Bangkok - an honest reviewJack Thomas breaks down his — and Thailand's — first ever HYROX race, from the perspective of being a competitor, a spectator and also a HYROX Training Club owner. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter THE FIT GUIDE Th...
2025-09-0119 min
The Happy SpotUnderwriting Happiness: Turning Mental Wellness Into a Competitive AdvantageListeners will walk away with a concrete understanding of how mental health and cultural alignment can be measured and improved at the organizational level, not just managed reactively. This episode introduces the Human Score, a diagnostic tool that helps companies quantify their human-centricity, revealing the hidden costs of burnout, absenteeism, and disengagement. It’s a conversation grounded in strategy, not sentiment.Whether you’re a CEO, cultural leader, or coach, you’ll learn the three essential steps to rewire your workplace for long-term resilience and performance: assessment, evaluation, and implementation. Jack Thomas breaks down how Underwriting Happiness transf...
2025-05-141h 00
Fitness Business Asia PodcastGym Sales: 11 Common Mistakes (and how to fix them)Sales are the lifeblood of your fitness business. Through both personal experiences and evaluations at The Fit Guide, Jack has seen common sales mistakes that need fixing! Jack Thomas highlights common gym sales errors and tips to fix them so your business can survive and thrive, and you can help more people. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit G...
2025-03-1715 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastTrainers make terrible fitness managers and gym owners (unless they do this)The step from trainer to fitness manager is a tough one. The jump to gym owner is even harder. In this episode, host Jack Thomas explains how to navigate these stages of growth for success. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram The Fit Guide Newsletter
2025-03-0317 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastTen tips for doing business in Asia (from a 20 year expat)Host Jack Thomas draws on 20 years of business experience in Asia to offer 10 essential tips to being successful in business (and life!) in the region. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram The Fit Guide Newsletter SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn
2025-01-2016 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThailand Fitness Industry Review with Jack Thomas and Ross Campbell of Beyond ActivRoss Campbell and Jack Thomas review the current state of Thailand's fitness industry, looking back at a tough few years but with heavy optimism for the future. View Video Interview On LinkedIn GUEST RESOURCES Ross Campbell on LinkedIn Beyond Activ THE FIT GUIDE Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Subscribe to The Fit Gu...
2025-01-0651 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFitness Industry Year in Review 2024 with Ross Campbell of Beyond Activ and Jack ThomasRoss Campbell of Beyond Activ and host Jack Thomas discuss Asia's fitness industry in 2024, with deeper worldwide insights and a look ahead at what to expect in 2025. View Video Interview On LinkedIn GUEST RESOURCES Ross Campbell on LinkedIn Beyond Activ THE FIT GUIDE Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Subscribe to The Fit Gu...
2024-12-301h 03
Fitness Business Asia PodcastEight big mistakes I've made running gyms (so you don't have to)Being a gym owner is tough! Host Jack Thomas talks about eight big mistakes that have cost him over his 13 years in the fitness industry - so you don't have to make the same costly moves. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram The Fit Guide Newsletter ...
2024-12-2316 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastBoutique fitness has a selling problem - here's how to fix it!Our data at The Fit Guide shows that boutique fitness needs to seriously work on sales. Your business can't survive without sales, so if this is a problem that you need to work on, don't miss this solo episode with Jack Thomas. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram T...
2024-12-0915 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastInvest In Trends, Not Fads (and how to spot the difference)For long term success and profit, invest in trends, not fads. In this episode, Jack Thomas explains why this is important, and how to spot the difference. He also looks at famous case studies in the industry such as Pilates, Crossfit and SoulCycle and gives his verdict - trend or fad? THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn
2024-11-2515 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastGet this right before trying ANYTHING elseAfter listening to a recent LIFTs podcast with Dr Paul Bedford, he outlined two essential rules for providing great sales and service. It resonated so deeply with our host Jack Thomas, he did a deep dive on today's episode into what these crucial rules are, and how to win at them. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn
2024-11-1111 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastBringing the New York fitness franchise Physique 57 to Bangkok, ThailandJack Thomas welcomes good friend Khemika 'Lynn' Chivapornthip to the show to discuss bringing a US fitness franchise successfully to Bangkok. Lynn operates multiple locations and has been in business for over 10 years, with other health and wellness businesses in the city.6 GUEST RESOURCES Lynn Chivapronthip on LinkedIn Physique 57 Bangkok THE FIT GUIDE Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences ev...
2024-10-0742 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe most impactful 'quick fix' to improve your club's experienceHost Jack Thomas was recently asked what was the quickest fix or first thing a club should look at to improve their experience. This service and hospitality essential was his answer - with six tips today to get it right in your club. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram
2024-09-3013 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastWhat we can learn from the world's leading restaurants and hotels: Matt Lavender of The Fit GuideHost Jack Thomas welcomes good friend, business partner and veteran of the hospitality industry, Matt Lavender. Matt was global director of evaluations for Forbes Travel Guide before founding Enlites, a consultancy working with world's leading hotels, restaurants and spas. Together, Jack and Matt founded The Fit Guide. Today, Matt shares what the world's leading hospitality brands do, and how we can adopt some of these practices and techniques to become fitness industry leaders. GUEST RESOURCES Matt Lavender on LinkedIn Enlites The Fit Guide ...
2024-09-2350 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastMy best but hardest year yetHost Jack Thomas talks about how this year has been a great one for him, but has also presented some of my toughest professional challenges. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram The Fit Guide Newsletter SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn
2024-09-0212 min
The Happy SpotHealth AdvocacyLearning about implementing Europe strategic happy employees in USAPlease join us this week as we talk to Yvonne Dam, Yvonne Dam is a 20 year international Coach of CEOs. She is tactically helping us implement our health advocacy in The USA.https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnedamSHOW NOTESSEGMENT 1Host Jack Thomas introduces guest Yvonne Dam, a 20-year international Coach of CEOs, along with contributors Matthew Minarik and Shanna Dunbar. Shanna discusses the urgency of nurses' needs and expresses gratitude for Matt's efforts in providing...
2024-05-071h 00
Fitness Business Asia PodcastSeven Gym Sales Essentials That Will Quickly Put You In The Top 5%Host Jack Thomas talks through seven gym sales essentials that will help you increase revenue and impact more people. Based on over 250 gym visits to clubs around the world, this list lays out the 'must-dos' which you can start implementing now. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram The F...
2024-03-0422 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastWhat does your brand stand for? SoulCycle's new approach to handling social issuesIn this episode host Jack Thomas reacts to a recent LIFTs podcast interview with SoulCycle CEO Evelyn Webster, where she discusses the company's stance on handling sensitive social issues. This is an important conversaton for our industry that will challenge your thinking on values and branding. What do you think SoulCycle's position? Connect with me on LinkedIn and let me know. Watch Evelyn Webster on the original episode of LIFTs podcast here. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's...
2024-02-1911 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastOne of the most important trends in boutique fitness for 2023-2024Host Jack Thomas talks about one of the most important trends in boutique fitness currently - using your unit space efficiently. Discover why this is so important, how you can maximize your space and how it can lead to you saving $100,000. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram
2024-02-0517 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastYear In Review - 2023 for the fitness industry, Thailand, my gym (BASE) and meIn this honest and open episode, host Jack Thomas discusses how 2023 was for the fitness industry as a whole, Thailand's fitness industry, his gym BASE Bangkok and also him personally. Hear about trends, predictions and what to expect in the next 12 months! Subscribe for our complimentary The Fit Guide 'Year One' report: The Fit Guide Newsletter THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. V...
2024-01-2224 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastDiagnose and Fix Any Problem In Your Fitness Business with Jack ThomasIn this episode, host Jack Thomas introduces The Fit Guide's four step process to identifying issues in your business, as well as how to fix them. This easy to follow breakdown is essential for any fitness club or studio manager. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram
2023-11-2020 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastWhen Your Star Performer Turns ToxicMost fitness managers and gym owners have been there - a star performing member of the team develops an inflated ego and starts creating a toxic environment. In this episode, host Jack Thomas talks about the best way to deal with this tricky situation. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The F...
2023-10-2321 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastTop 15 Considerations When Choosing The Right Location For Your Gym Or Studio In AsiaWhat do you need to consider when choosing the right location for your new studio or gym? Jack Thomas talks through some of his learnings from opening five locations. THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram The Fit Guide Newsletter SHOW RESOURCES
2023-08-2818 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastSupport Your Team and Level Up as a Fitness Manager [Part 3/3]In part three of our three part Fitness Manager mini-series, host Jack Thomas discusses how to best support your coaching team and ways to reach managerial excellence. If you missed parts 1 and 2, do go back to episode 249 to catch up. Subscribe to The Fit Guide's free weekly newsletter Become a World Class Coach - 3 Part Series (Episode 131) THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every t...
2023-08-1426 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFitness Manager Mini-Series: Recruitment, Meetings & One-To-Ones [Part 2/3]In part two of our three part Fitness Manager mini-series, host Jack Thomas discusses tackles recruitment, interview and face-to-face management essentials. If you missed part 1, go back to episode 249. Part 3 is on supporting your team and reaching next-level status as a fitness manager. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter Become a World Class Coach - 3 Part Series (Episode 131) THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star c...
2023-07-3128 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastEight Essentials For Becoming An Industry-Leading Fitness Manager [Part 1/3]In this three part mini-series, host Jack Thomas discusses eight key values that you must hold strong if you want to be a successful leader of coaches and instructors in the fitness industry. Part 2 is on recruitment and meetings Part 3 is on reaching the next level Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter Become a World Class Coach - 3 Part Series (Episode 131) THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create i...
2023-07-1020 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastJustin Ashley of One Playground on Putting 20 Years of Experience Into Building One of Australia's Leading Fitness BrandsJustin Ashley is the founder and CEO of One Playground. We cover Justin's journey through different positions and price points in the fitness industry, how One Playground builds and maintains a great team, marketing and sales tips, and the how and why behind their recent big rebrand. GUEST RESOURCES Justin Ashley on LinkedIn One Playground THE FIT GUIDE Jack Thomas recent podcast appearances: Playing Guilty Podcast with Brandon Cullen (MADabolic) Mel Tempest's Gym Owners Podcast The Fitness Network Podcast...
2023-05-2952 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe EIGHT Key Business Milestones When Building a Studio or GymHost Jack Thomas highlights the eight key milestones that, after you have the idea to launch your own fitness business, you will have to pass for success. THE FIT GUIDE Check out The Fit Guide The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fi...
2023-03-2724 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFive areas the fitness industry must do better at (back by data)We've visited 150 of the leading fitness clubs and studios around the world, and it showed us some areas where we need to improve. In today's episode, host Jack Thomas talks about five things that we in the fitness industry are not doing, or should be doing - if we want to create true five-star experiences for our clients. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide helps fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. https://thefitguide.com/
2023-02-2721 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastShould you cancel classes with low attendance numbers?Do you cancel classes if not many, or any, people are booked into the class? This is a fairly common practice so today host Jack Thomas discusses whether you should do this and solutions to low class numbers. - Check out The Fit Guide - helping fitness lovers find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helping fitness clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. More information: https://thefitguide.com/ The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram The Fit...
2023-01-0222 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFour big mistakes I've made managing gyms (and what I've learned)In today's show, host Jack Thomas talks about 4 big mistakes he's made running gyms and what he's learned from these experiences. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPass⮕ The app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya Agency⮕ Branding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZone⮕ Industry-leading heart rate monitor and online social platform for gyms and studios⮕ https://www.myzone.org/ Glofox⮕ Innovative and comprehensive fitness management software⮕ Glofox Website SHOW R...
2022-11-2815 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow to get a fitness manager position (and be great at it)Host Jack Thomas shares his experiences from making the coach to manager transition himself, as well taking many in his team through the managerial ranks. Jack candidly shares his successes, failures and learnings in an area he's passionate about. Whether you're a coach looking to get a management position, a current manager or someone who hires managers, you'll take a lot from this episode. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPass⮕ The app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya Agency⮕ Branding, marketing and web dev...
2022-10-3123 min
Fitness Business Asia Podcast10 things I've learned from visiting the world's best gymsHost Jack Thomas shares 10 big lessons from visiting leading gyms and fitness studios in the world's leading fitness cities. The episode includes traits of the world's best experiences and also learnings on what to avoid if you want to present a premium, industry-leading offering. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPass⮕ The app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya Agency⮕ Branding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZone⮕ Industry-leading heart rate monitor and online social platform for gyms an...
2022-10-1725 min
Fitness Business Asia Podcast6 ways you can scale your impact, influence and income (Asia Fitness Conference 2022 Seminar)Host Jack Thomas uses the notes from his seminar at Asia Fitness Conference 2022 to bring you the six big ways you can scale your impact, influence and income. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPass⮕ The app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya Agency⮕ Branding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZone⮕ Industry-leading heart rate monitor and online social platform for gyms and studios⮕ https://www.myzone.org/ Glofox⮕ Innovative and comprehensive fitness managem...
2022-10-0423 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastBarry and Shay Kostabi: How to create an incredible member experienceGroup class experience experts Barry and Shay Kostabi return to the show to share with us how to build the foundations for a strong and successful brand, mission and member experience. If you find yourself looking at prices as a way to bring in and keep members, this episode will be perfect for you. Episode 86: Barry and Shay on creating an incredible digital experience Jack Thomas on the Fitness Career Mastery Podcast PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW Glofox⮕ Innovative and comprehensive fitness management software⮕ Glofox Website
2022-08-151h 09
Fitness Business Asia PodcastShould you open a franchise fitness concept or create your own brand?Fitness franchises are big right now, but should you open one or create your own, independent brand? In this episode, Jack Thomas helps you understand which route will be best for you. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPass⮕ The app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya Agency⮕ Branding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZone⮕ Industry-leading heart rate monitor and online social platform for gyms and studios⮕ https://www.myzone.org/ Glofox⮕ Innova...
2022-07-1126 min
Fitness Business Asia Podcast15 social media content ideas for your gym or studioHost Jack Thomas shares 15 social media content ideas that will spark some inspiration for your marketing team. These ideas are best used in conjunction with our last show, episode 214, with Natalie Dau on connecting with your audience. Episode 214 with Natalie Dau PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZoneIndustry-leading heart rate monitor and online social platform for gyms...
2022-07-0428 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe Renaissance of Boutique Fitness (The Fit Summit)After testing positive before the event, host Jack Thomas could not attend the Fit Summit. In this episode we cover the topics and points he would've spoken about on the panel. Jack covers surviving the last two years, finances, franchises, technology and, to finish up, trends on the up and fads on the down over the next few years. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness bus...
2022-06-1423 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastValuing your gym - why it's probably worth nothingHow much is your gym worth? All gym owners have at least thought about the value of their business and most massively overvalue it. In fact, many studios are sadly worth nothing more than the equipment and fittings. In this episode, host Jack Thomas talks about the different factors that affect the value of a gym and how to raise the value of your gym or studio. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBra...
2022-06-0727 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastRaising the standards of Asia's fitness industry - Jack Thomas with Vanessa Severiano (April 2021)In a repost from Vanessa Severiano's podcast The Business of Fitness from April 2021, FBA host Jack Thomas discusses the BASE journey, creating a special, impactful brand and tips on creating a strong culture within your business. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZoneIndustry-leading heart rate monitor and online social platform for gyms and studios⮕ https://www.myzone.org/
2022-04-2444 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe power of running effective coach and gym meetingsMeetings are your chance, as a leader, to inspire, share the vision and get out important messages. Doing this powerfully and effectively can make a big difference to the culture of your company, so get it right with today's solo episode from our host, Jack Thomas. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZoneIndustry-leading heart rate monitor and online socia...
2022-02-2123 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow to build and market a successful podcast [PODCAST SERIES 3/3]In the final part of our podcast series, we explore 6 big things you can do after launching your show to build an impactful, successful resource that brings more business to you and your company. Glofox Fitness Founders Podcast GloCon 2021 Panel on Digital Fitness with Jack Thomas PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZoneIndust...
2022-01-1735 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow to launch your own successful podcast - the 11 crucial steps [PODCAST SERIES 2/3]Host Jack Thomas takes you through the 11 crucial steps to launching a successful podcast, based on his experience creating two top 10 show in both the entrepreneurship category and the fitness category, with the Build Your Base podcast. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZoneIndustry-leading heart rate monitor and online social platform for gyms and studios⮕ https://www.myzone...
2022-01-1040 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe story of the Fitness Business Asia Podcast [PODCAST SERIES 1/3]Host Jack Thomas tells the story of this show - why it was started, the ups and downs on the journey to 200 episodes and what's been learned along the way. Thinking of starting your own podcast? Don't miss the next episode in this podcast mini-series. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZoneIndustry-leading heart rate monitor and onlin...
2022-01-0348 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastSales and Discounts - The case for and againstSales and discounts are addictive for a business and have their place but, when incorrectly applied, can also destroy your margins and brand. Host Jack Thomas talks through the pros and cons of sales and discounts and how to both use them effectively and avoid the common pitfalls. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & wellness businesses⮕ https://maya.agency/ MyZoneIndustry-leading heart rate...
2021-12-0623 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastStructuring gym and fitness studio sales commission for maximum IMPACTGetting your sales commissions right for your team can positively shape their behavior and drive your culture. Get it wrong and, well… the opposite is true. Jack Thomas talks about some of the crucial things to consider when putting incentives together for your sales team and what's worked well for the coaches and front desk staff at his gym, BASE. PARTNERS SUPPORTING THE SHOW ClassPassThe app for all things fitness, spa & beauty⮕ https://classpass.com/partners Maya AgencyBranding, marketing and web development for fitness & welln...
2021-11-2222 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastWhy we've partnered with GlofoxWe're proud to announce our partnership with Glofox. Our host Jack Thomas has appeared on their podcast numerous times and has joined their online gym owner conference as a speaker and it's through these kind of events, that seek to empower studios, that we really wanted to work with them on this podcast For some time we've been recommending Glofox as our first choice for gym management software and our clients have been very happy with the service in setting up their facility, the ongoing support from Glofox and the product itself. Glofox have created...
2021-11-1802 min
Fitness Business Asia Podcast6 Hard & Fast Principles For Running a Successful Gym or Fitness StudioHost Jack Thomas tells you his 6 key principles for running a successful gym or fitness studio based on 10 years in fitness management and 5 years creating and operating BASE - one of Asia's leading gyms. SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-08-1617 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastMOMENTS: How the next 10 years will look for the fitness industry, with Thomas PlummerOur new Moments series takes the gems from our top episodes that you may have missed, or that we could all do with a reminder on. To listen to the full interview with Thomas, visit episode 141: https://bit.ly/FBA-141 SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-06-2808 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFatal Errors Gyms Make in Sales, Marketing & Branding (And How To Fix Them)Host Jack Thomas talks about the common errors in sales, marketing and branding that gyms studios make. With a few tweaks, some awareness and a little smart investment, you can fix these errors and turn them into big positives for your fitness business. SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-06-0719 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastMaking The Leap From Coach To Business Owner - Tick These 8 BoxesHost Jack Thomas goes through the 8 big boxes you need to tick if you're making the transition from coach into a business owner. Whether you're considering opening a gym or studio or you've already made the leap, there will be a ton of good stuff for you in today's show. SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-05-2416 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe right group class late policy, the next decade in fitness and essential sales tips [Recap of Episodes 134-150]Host Jack Thomas goes through what he's learned and implemented at BASE through episodes 134 to 149. Get some quick fire ideas and inspiration today or go back to the full episodes: Episode 134 - Vision Personal Training with Andrew Simmons (AUS) Episode 135 - Creating a Late-coming Policy For Your Studio Episode 136 & 137 - Ed Haynes of Coastal Fitness (HK) Episode 138 - The Fitstop Story with Pete Hull (AUS) Episode 139 - The Power Of Feedback Episode 140 - Getting Investment For Your Gym (Webinar) Episode 141 - The Next...
2021-05-1022 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastCommon marketing mistakes, recruiting great coaches and finding gym investment [Recap of Episodes 119-133]Host Jack Thomas goes through what he's learned and implemented at BASE through episodes 119 to 133. Get some quick fire ideas and inspiration today or go back to the full episodes: Episode 119 - Aerial View Of The Fitness Industry with Jusin Tamsett Episode 120 - 4 Social Media Marketing Mistakes Episode 121 - Building An Indestructible Fitness Brand Episode 122 & 123 - Cameroon Falloon of Bodyfit Training Episode 124 - Ross Campbell from FIT Summit - 3 Part Series Episode 125 - Finding The Right Investors For Your Fitness Business Episode 127 - 12...
2021-05-0319 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow to handle complaints, Building a beautiful, functional gym and LinkedIn marketing tips [Recap of Episodes 100-118]Host Jack Thomas goes through what he's learned and implemented at BASE through episodes 100 to 118. Get some quick fire ideas and inspiration or go back to the full episodes: Episode 100 & 101 - Emma Barry Episode 106 - FIT Summit Panel with Tracy Minnoch-Nuku and Brad Robinson Episode 107 - LinkedIn Tips Episode 108 & 109 - Daniel Nyiri Episode 110 - Handling Feedback & Complaints Episode 111 & 112 - NT from FitGrid Episode 113 - 7 Secrets To Our Success Episode 114 - Nathan Bright Episode 115 - Fitness Tech Episode 116...
2021-04-2617 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow Asia's Fitness Scene Has Blossomed - Jack Thomas interviewed by Pete McCallHost Jack Thomas is interviewed by US veteran of the fitness scene, Pete McCall, on the Asia industry, how it's developed over the last 10-20 years and what we can expect next. Pete is connected to the Asian industry through his many visit over the years and was a presenter at the first Asia Fitness Conference back in 2009. GUEST RESOURCES All About Fitness Pete McCall on LinkedIn SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business As...
2021-04-191h 06
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe 4 Key Values For Becoming a Strong Manager In FitnessHost Jack Thomas talks about the 4 strong and essential managerial values that are promoted within BASE. Knowing your values helps with recruitment, culture and guides your daily decisions and conversations with your team. If you manage people, don't miss this episode and for maximum impact, share it with your team. SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-03-2919 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe 10 Biggest Mistakes We've Made Building & Running 'Asia's Best Gym' (And What We've Learned)We've made the mistakes so you (hopefully) don't have to! Host Jack Thomas talks you through the failures and lessons from 5 years of building and running BASE. SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-03-1522 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastUSA vs Asia Fitness Industries & Coming Out of Covid with Jack Thomas and Jim Adams (Masters In Fitness Business Podcast)Host Jack Thomas speaks to Jim Adams of the Masters In Fitness Business Podcast on how the US and Asia fitness industries compare to each other and what we can learn from each other. GUEST RESOURCES Jim Adams on LinkedIn Masters in Fitness Business on Apple Masters in Fitness Business on YouTube SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-03-011h 17
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe Next Decade In Fitness with Thomas Plummer (USA)Thomas Plummer is an industry legend that needs little introduction. 4 decades in the industry, numerous best selling books on running strong, profitable fitness businesses and countless seminars around the world helping gym owners. In today's episode host Jack talks to Thom about the next decade in fitness and some of the shifts and changes we can expect and prepare for. GUEST RESOURCES Making More Money - By Thomas Plummer Living Your Dream - By Thomas Plummer The Soul Of A Trainer - By Thomas Plummer T...
2021-02-221h 08
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe Power of Feedback When Building a World-Class Fitness BusinessToday is a solocast from Jack Thomas on the power of eliciting and receiving feedback in building a world-class fitness business and how we've done this at BASE. We go through: why it's so important, the essential mindset shift you must go through (that Jack has had to work on) and the best channels and techniques for receiving feedback. SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-02-0115 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow To Create a Strong Late Coming Policy For Your Gym or StudioHaving a strong late-coming policy for your group classes is crucial for a smooth operation and to create a safe environment and great experience for everyone. In this episode, Jack Thomas goes through how to create the right latecoming policy for your gym, how to implement it and the importance of getting it right. SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2021-01-1114 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastINTRO: Trainer and Instructor Mini-Series - How To Become An Industry-Leading CoachHost Jack Thomas introduces the Coach and Instructor Mini-series to help coaches find their best role in the industry and become a world-class coach. This series is NOT just for coaches - it's also for managers and gym owners to understand the coach perspective and to refine their training and HR processes. Jack has seen time and again that those that follow their formula, become great and profitable coaches. Learn from Jack and his team at BASE's successes and failures, all of which are discussed and analysed in this 3 part series. Tune into...
2020-12-1303 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe Positive Future Of Asia's Fitness Industry with Ross Campbell of The FIT Summit [Part 3 of 3]In the final episode of our mini-series, host Jack Thomas talks to Ross Campbell, founder and CEO of the FIT Summit, Asia's premier fitness business conference. If you haven't heard parts 1 and 2, you're missing out - go back and get up to date! Listen to part 1 of FitBiz Talk with Ross Campbell In part 3 of 3, Jack and Ross talk about the huge potential of our industry over the next decade and the encouraging signs for fitness in Asia. Online/offline hybrid FIT Summit is December 9th - don't miss it!
2020-11-2630 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastWhat To Expect In 2021 for Asia's Fitness Industry with Ross Campbell of The FIT Summit [Part 2 of 3]In part 2 of our mini-series, host Jack Thomas talks to Ross Campbell, founder and CEO of the FIT Summit, Asia's premier fitness business conference. If you haven't heard part 1 on 2020 for the fitness industry, go back to episode 124 to get up to date on what's been discussed. Listen to part 1 of FitBiz Talk with Ross Campbell In part 2 of 3, Jack and Ross talk about what the next 12 months holds for the fitness industry in Asia. More information on 9th December FIT Summit - APAC Leaders GUEST RESOURCES
2020-11-1925 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastBring On The Right Investors For Your Fitness Business (& In The Right Way)Host Jack Thomas answers a listener question on bringing on investors - when is it the right time? How do you find good investors? How do you know if they're right for you and your business? These are huge questions and decisions. Get this right, and it could take your business to the next level. Get it wrong, and it could negatively impact your company, or in the worst cases, destroy it. SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2020-11-1620 min
Fitness Business Asia Podcast2020 So Far For Singapore's Fitness Industry - 'FitBiz Talk' with Ross Campbell of The FIT Summit [Part 1 of 3]In the first of our FitBiz Talk mini-series, host Jack Thomas talks to Ross Campbell, founder and CEO of the FIT Summit, Asia's premier fitness business conference. In part 1 of 3, Jack and Ross discuss 2020 so far for Singapore's fitness industry: what's happened, the ups, the downs and what we can learn. More information on 9th December FIT Summit - APAC Leaders GUEST RESOURCES The FIT Summit Ross Campbell on LinkedIn SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia We...
2020-11-1235 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastBuilding An Indestructible Fitness Brand with Linda Tang, Sean Tan, Chris Richards and Min Chan [Panel for ExPro Singapore]Jack Thomas hosts a panel for ExPro Singapore on how to build an indestructible fitness brand that can survive the toughest times and thrive in the good times. So many great takeaways from today's show - if you know someone that might learn something or is starting a fitness brand, share this show with them. This panel was part of ExPro Singapore Virtual Summit. Visit them for information on their upcoming events. Past podcast shows with our panelists today: Ep.87 - Managing Industry Shifts with Sean Tan of True G...
2020-10-261h 02
Fitness Business Asia Podcast4 Common Social Media Marketing Mistakes (& How To Avoid Them)Host Jack Thomas highlights common marketing mistakes he's noticed fitness businesses making recently. Make sure you're not doing anything on the list and if you are - this episode will help you resolve it. More fitness business marketing podcasts: The 5 Pillars of Fitness Business Marketing Email Marketing 10 Tips To Maximize Your FItness Business Instagram 11 Social Media Content Ideas Use Your Whole Team To Boost Marketing The Bangkok Podcast interview with Jack Thomas SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn
2020-10-1915 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastAerial View of the Fitness Industry - Jack Thomas Interviewed by Justin TamsettJack Thomas talks to Justin Tamsett about member pricing and structures, where the industry is heading and some hard conversations you need to have with yourself to get through the next 6-12 months. This episode is the audio repost of Justin and Jack's YouTube interview - click here to view Join the Active Management Facebook Group GUEST RESOURCES Justin Tamsett on LinkedIn Fitness Business Podcast jt@activemgmt.com.au SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business As...
2020-10-1255 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFitness Industry Collaboration with Justin Tamsett [Part 2 of 2]Justin Tamsett is a fitness industry consultant who runs the lively Active Management Community and the Fitness Business Podcast. In part 2 of our interview the JTs talk about the importance of collaboration in our industry, especially during tough times. The Aerial View of the Fitness Industry with Jack Thomas Join the Active Management Facebook Group GUEST RESOURCES Justin Tamsett on LinkedIn Fitness Business Podcast SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website F...
2020-10-0521 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFitness Business Conversations with Justin Tamsett [Part 1 of 2]Jack talks to Justin Tamsett - the man behind the Fitness Business Podcast, Active Management consultancy (and lively Facebook community). The two JTs talk about his journey and all things fitness business. The Aerial View of the Fitness Industry with Jack Thomas Join the Active Management Facebook Group GUEST RESOURCES Justin Tamsett on LinkedIn SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram
2020-09-2826 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastClaim a Free Consultancy Session with Jack Thomas For Your Brand or BusinessJack Thomas has helped many fitness business owners, operators and investors raise their game and build strong, profitable businesses and concepts. For a chance to claim a free consultation session with Jack all you have to do is leave a 5-star review on Apple podcasts and in that review just write a few sentences on how the podcast has helped you out or some of the things you've learned. Importantly, please leave your instagram or facebook handle at the end of the review and he will then pick his favorite 3 reviews for the 30 minute consultation.
2020-09-1704 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFitness Technology and Developing Our BASELINE Tech In-House, with Jack Thomas interviewed by Michael WaitzeJack talks to Michael Waitze about how fitness technology has developed over the last 10 years, and how "to really thrive and survive in fitness, you need some elements of technology woven into your concept and operations". This podcast was originally recorded for the Ignite Podcast by Morphosis Capital Partners. Interviewer was Michael Waitze. GUEST RESOURCES Ignite Podcast Episode Morphosis Capital Partners Michael Waitze on LinkedIn SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business As...
2020-09-1434 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe 7 Secrets To Our Success At BASEJack Thomas talks through the 7 big secrets to the success of BASE, voted Asia's 'Gym of the Year' by Fitness Best and Bangkok's Best Studio at the ClassPass Awards. CONSULTANCY - Work with Jack Thomas to build a strong, successful fitness business Quick Link: http://bit.ly/fba-jt RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN - http://bit.ly/JT-L FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-08-3119 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow to handle member feedback and complaintsHow you deal with feedback will have a huge impact on your business. In this episode, Jack Thomas goes through the three types of member feedback and how to handle them to ensure that the impact is positive and actually helps your fitness business, even when it's a complaint. Aerial View Of The Fitness Industry on YouTube The FIT Summit - October 7th 2020 RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-08-1019 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFBA 106: FIT Summit Special - Featuring Tracy Minnoch-Nuku, Brad Robinson, Jack ThomasFor the best in networking and upskilling in Asia's fitness industry, join the FIT Summit online conference: MORE INFORMATION ➜ FIT Summit - August 5th, 2020 https://thefitsummit.com/events/worldonline1/ BUY NOW ➜ FIT Summit tickets just $49 SGD In this special episode, we hear from Tracy Minnoch-Nuku, Brad Robinson and Fitness Business Asia podcast host Jack Thomas on how they innovated their business through the COVID crisis and positioned their businesses to rebuild. RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FI...
2020-07-1606 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastLessons learned from 100 episodes [Part 3 of 3]Host Jack Thomas revisits episodes 84 through to 100 to recap on the biggest lessons learned from each show. Featuring: Brad Robinson (Ritual, Singapore) Alex Povey (Coaching Ignited Podcast) Ross Campbell (The FIT Summit, Singapore) Sean Tan (True Group) Shay Kostabi and Barry Ennis (Fitness Career Mastery) Matthew Januszek (Escape Fitness) RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-07-1316 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastLessons learned from 100 episodes [Part 2 of 3]Host Jack Thomas revisits episodes 68 through to 83 to recap on the biggest lessons learned from each show. To support the show, please share the podcast or any individual episodes with friends or colleagues who you think will benefit. Featuring: Linda Tang (Webarre, Singapore) John Holsinger (IHRSA, Director of Asia-Pacific) Charlie Temple (Platinum Fitness, PURE Fitness) RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-07-0916 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastLessons learned from 100 episodes [Part 1 of 3]Host Jack Thomas revisits episodes 50 through to 67 to recap on the biggest lessons learned from each show. Featuring: Anabel Chew (WeBarre, Singapore) Danny Yueng (Prenetics, Hong Kong) Ryan Hogan (CEO APAC Les Mills) Owen Bowling (CrankIt and FourD Media) Raph and Lach (The Mind Muscle Project Podcast) Ross Campbell (The FIT Summit) Peter Thew (Yoga Movement, Singapore) Linda Tang (Webarre, Singapore) RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-07-0619 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastHow to reopen your gym successfully - the 7 essentialsIn this solo episode, host Jack Thomas goes through some of the key things you'll need to consider when reopening your fitness facility after closure. We look at how to reopen strongly and confidently, as well as considerations for the long-term stability and strength of your business. RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-06-2920 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastQ&A - Clients want the cheapest price? Free vs paid. Advice for newbies [Recorded at ExPro Singapore]Host Jack Thomas takes questions at the end of his ExPro Singapore lecture on: free vs paid content, why are clients just looking for the cheapest deal and how you should price your digital content vs your normal rates. EXPRO SINGAPOREFITNESS SG RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-06-0811 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe evolution of fitness with Jack Thomas & Alex PoveyJack talks to Alex Povey of Coaching Ignited podcast on the shifts the industry is going through, who will survive and what it will take to bring people back into gyms. The conversation provides some interesting contrasts between the fitness scene in the UK and Thailand. ⬇ Join the 2 big free online conferences this week ⬇ EXPRO CONFERENCE Join my talk on bullet-proofing your in person coaching business - REGISTER HERE THE FIT SUMMIT ONLINE - REGISTER HERE GUEST RESOURCES Instagram - Facebook - LinkedIn Coach...
2020-05-2546 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastBuilding processes to scale & embracing difficult conversations [Part 2 - interviewed by CJ Lee]In part 2 of CJ's interview, Jack talks about the importance of processes in scaling, embracing difficult conversations and staying true to your values - all of which are traits of success. CJ also asks Jack his predictions for the next few years in Asia's fitness industry - a question Jack asks his guests - and they revisit a conversation they had 4 years ago in Bangkok before CJ set up The Playground in Malaysia. LISTEN TO PART 1 OF OUR INTERVIEW HERE REGISTER FOR THE EXPRO ONLINE CONFERENCE HERE - 28-29 May 2020
2020-05-2123 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastThe key ingredients in building a successful gym, with Jack Thomas [Part 1 - interviewed by CJ Lee]Jack is interviewed by CJ Lee of The Playground Fitness KL and Fitness Business Secrets on what it took to build BASE, the brand and how we've developed a world-class coaching team. We also delve into collaboration and why 'competitors' shouldn't be feared or obsessed over. GUEST RESOURCES FITNESS BUSINESS SECRETS THE PLAYGROUND KL RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-05-1822 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastCreating and Pricing Your Online Offering - Jack Thomas Interviewed by GlofoxJack talks to the Glofox Fitness Founders podcast about how BASE quickly shifted to an online training platform and why it's essential for both business and member for you to charge for online services and then deliver extreme value. GUEST RESOURCES GLOFOX RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-05-0126 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastSurviving this crisis and business closure - 8 tips to come out strongerThis could be our most important podcast. Jack runs through 8 essential survival tips to get through business closure, lockdown or a downturn in business. Be strong. Be positive. Show leadership. In this, and any crisis. Please reach out with any good tips that we missed, or just to connect at jack@basebangkok.com RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-03-2320 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastChina and Japan's fitness industry, with John Holsinger, Director of APAC for IHRSA [Part 2 of 2]Jack talks to John Holsinger, director of Asia-Pacific for IHRSA, on the fitness industry in China and Japan. They talk about leading technology in China, the opportunity from the rising middle class in China and a look into both the big box and boutique spaces. Listen to part 1 of Jack's talk with John Holsinger: The evolution of Asia's fitness industry, with John Holsinger of IHRSA GUEST RESOURCES IHRSA IHRSA 2020 - San Diego March 18-21 JOHN HOLSINGER ON LINKEDIN RESOURCES JAC...
2020-03-0927 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastWhat's to come in 2020 for the Fitness Business Asia PodcastHere are some of the things we've got lined up for you and your fitness business in the coming year! Support the podcast by: Subscribing! Helps Apple push this podcast out to more people Tell a friend! Help us have a big and positive impact on Asia's industry by sending this link to a friend who's a business owner, coach or investor: http://bit.ly/FBApodcast Check these out, too: Add Jack Thomas on LinkedIn - More Link...
2020-01-0209 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastSales, social media and going from coach to business owner, from Jack Thomas for the One Life ShowJake Anderson of the One Life Show interviews Jack Thomas on sales, marketing and the ups and downs of building a fitness business. In this episode, we touch on: The difference between being a great coach and running a great business Building a business without burning out Why you need the right social media strategy to grow your business How to use word of mouth to accelerate growth Creating a thorough sales process Tying in your business with your mission What it takes to be successful How and why you grow with your business Check...
2019-12-0557 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastFind The Right Business Partner or Co-Founder (and build a great relationship with them)This podcast is required listening for anyone either in a business partnership or considering getting into one. If you go into business with the wrong partner, or don't build the right relationship with them, it can destroy your business. If you get the right partner and do things right and you can reach heights that you may never have been able to do alone. Listen to Jack's 8 tips on finding the right partner and building a great relationship. On today's episode we cover… Do you actually need a partner? Do yo...
2019-06-2423 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastEmerging Markets - Analysing Opportunities in Vietnam, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Myanmar etcWhat opportunities are there in Asia's more developing and emerging markets? What should you consider if you're looking to open a fitness business in a country like Vietnam, Cambodia or Myanmar? Jack explores the opportunities and potential pitfalls of jumping into one of Asia's young fitness industries. In today's episode we discuss: How I almost opened a gym in Yangon The benefit of hindsight – what I learned When is the right time to open in a young market? Political and legal instability Vietnam's – 'the land of opportunity' 25 years ago, and still today My observations of t...
2019-05-2714 min
Fitness Business Asia Podcast7 Common Mistakes Fitness Studios Make (and how to solve them)Jack highlights some of the common mistakes that prevent fitness studio owners from crafting an A-grade experience every time. The good news is that these are fairly easy to fix through training and adding in processes, procedures and structure. In today's episode we discuss: Don't be late Why lack of class structure hurts the experience Always plan ahead Why a timer makes everyone's lives better Email marketing – cheap and effective Focus on sales Why you're running a business, not a passion project CONSULTANCY FROM JACK THOMAS RESOURCES
2019-05-1317 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastSPECIAL - Jack Thomas on his journey, creating an experience and the Asia fitness scene, interviewed by Eric MalzoneThe tables are turned as Eric Malzone of the Fitness Blitz and Future of Fitness podcasts interviews Jack Thomas, host of this podcast - Fitness Business Asia - and founder/CEO of BASE, on his story, cultural differences between the east and west and the fitness landscape in Asia. In today's episode we discuss: My story in Asia (quick version) Why we're called BASE Creating the experience "Are you giving your clients the best hour of their day?" Cultural differences when creating the experience The business landscape in Thailand and Asia The availability of talent in A...
2019-04-0825 min