Do you have any suggestions about how I should run it??
(eg. special features/services)
Basically, what are you looking for in a gym that you aren't getting now, besides getting rid of the high pressure sales?
2006-07-07 12:19:13 · 2 answers · asked by SQRD 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
Run it as if you are a customer. How you would like to be treated and what would you want to see when you walk in the door. You can;t make everbody happy so you should be happy with what you have to offer, You can make money in anything in any Field it just depends on your area
2006-07-07 12:33:24 · answer #1 · answered by jmatt_inc 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.
I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.
Associations may be a good avenue to explore as well. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* Gym Biz: Starting and Running Your Own Gym for Profit by Lou Ravelle
* Small Club Start-up: A Personal Trainer's Guide by Ron Fay
* The Business of Fitness: Understanding the Financial Side of Owning a Fitness Business by Thomas Plummer
* Making Money in the Fitness Business by Thomas Plummer
I also posted links to some free articles in the source box.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2006-07-08 09:13:10 · answer #2 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋