by Leigh Castleberry | Jun 25, 2023 | Blog, Podcast
In this episode, Rick speaks with Alloy franchisee, Rami Odeh, on the benefits of buying a franchise vs. opening your own fitness facility. Rami has a unique perspective as he has opened, run, and sold his privately owned facility and is now investing in multiple...
by Leigh Castleberry | Jun 15, 2023 | Blog, Podcast
In this episode, Matt and Rick discuss if college is worth it, especially if you want to become an entrepreneur. There’s no easy answer and it is different for everyone. On the one hand, there are undeniable benefits to going to college. For one thing, a...
by Leigh Castleberry | Jun 6, 2023 | Blog, Podcast
In this episode, Rick and Matt are back in the studio to discuss how and why referrals are key to growing your fitness business. Check out this referral program guide for the most effective way to increase membership. Referrals are one of the most effective ways to...
by Leigh Castleberry | Jun 6, 2023 | Blog
As an experienced performance coach and working in franchise business development, Nick Garrity has big plans for the Atlanta market, with five locations planned. Co-Owners Nick and Maria Garrity and Chris Tucker have opened their first Alloy Personal Training in...
by Leigh Castleberry | Jun 5, 2023 | Blog, Podcast
In this episode, Rick sits down with his wife, Andrea, to discuss how to balance marriage and kids as an entrepreneur. They share their wins, challenges, and different scenarios that seem to work well for different scenarios and individuals. In this article, we will...
by Leigh Castleberry | May 24, 2023 | Blog
As a training coach, you know that motivation is everything. Clients work out harder when they’re motivated, and they feel more capable of and excited about meeting their fitness goals. So how do you motivate small group training clients during every small group...
by Rick Mayo | May 22, 2023 | Blog
As a fitness enthusiast, you have a passion for life, activity, exercise, health, and wellness. Many experienced professionals begin to think about leaving their current careers in order to pursue their passion. If fitness is your passion, naturally, you begin to...
by Leigh Castleberry | May 12, 2023 | Blog, Podcast
In this episode, Rick speaks with Karen Abrams, a leasing specialist for boutique fitness franchises. She provides a unique perspective for franchisees on negotiating fitness facility leases. Karen is a preferred vendor with Alloy and has a wealth of information on...
by Leigh Castleberry | May 8, 2023 | Blog, Podcast
Rick Mayo, Alloy CEO and Founder, and Suzanne Robb, Alloy COO, share insights on 5 things they’ve learned from awarding the 100 Alloy Personal Training Franchise locations. We are all proud of this great milestone here at Alloy, and we look forward to opening...
by Suzanne Robb | Apr 30, 2023 | Blog
Opening a franchise is an excellent option for all entrepreneurs, regardless of their background or professional experience. Historically, however, it’s been the domain of older entrepreneurs and career changers. More recently, however, franchising has started...
