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Franchising with ISI® Elite Training
by ISI® Elite Training
Learn more about the opportunity to franchise with ISI® Elite Training. This podcast covers all aspects of the franchise opportunity hosted by the Founder & CEO of ISI® Elite Training, Adam Rice. Included are bonus episodes with current franchise owners, managers, and coaches to provide insight into their experience and why they love the ISI® Elite Training brand. ISI® Elite Training was just announced as one of the top 150 emerging franchise brands in the world by Entrepreneur magazine. To speak to a member of our team, go to www.isifranchise.com or send us an email at [email protected].
Episodes
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Neal Sterling: From NFL Athlete to ISI® Franchise Owner
In this episode, former NFL player Neal Sterling shares his journey from professional sports to entrepreneurship. His passion for fitness led him to pursue his dream of owning his own gym in Jacksonville, Florida, and his connection with ISI® made it a perfect match. Discover how Neal's...
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Building a Business: Kendra's Experience with ISI® Elite Training Franchise Ownership
00:00 Joined ISI®, found community, inspired by organization. 06:06 Purchased territories during promotion, decided to buy. 07:09 Product is coaching; owner stepping into role. 09:52 Find people who believe in your dream. https://www.isielitetraining.com/locations/sandysprings-ga/...
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Aaron and Abigail's ISI® Franchise Takeover in Matthews, NC
In this episode of the Train For Life Podcast, we sit down with Aaron and Abigail, a couple who recently relocated from Indiana to North Carolina and took over the ISI® location in Matthews. They share their journey of discovering ISI®, their passion for fitness, and the process of purchasing and...
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Charles Yeager: Corporate Leader to ISI® Franchise Owner
In this episode we sit down with Charles Yeager, the franchise partner of ISI® Elite Training in the Cedar Park, Austin, Texas market. Charles shares his journey from corporate finance at Dell to venturing into the fitness industry. He discusses his motivations for choosing ISI Elite Training…
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How Haywood Found Success Through Leadership
Did you know ISI® Elite Training started in Myrtle Beach? Before starting to franchise, ISI® was helping the Myrtle Beach (Grand Strand area) community train for life. Recently, Haywood and his wife, Bri, decided to step into ownership with three of our oldest ISI® locations. Bri had been a…
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Owning Her Worth: Meet Franchise Partner Brooklyn Hodge
Welcome back to another episode of “Franchising with ISI® Elite Training"! 🎧 Join us as we trace Franchise Partner Brooklyn Hodge’s remarkable journey, from her initial leap into entrepreneurship as our first woman Franchise Partner, to the exciting moment of inaugurating her and her husband's...
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The Purpose Of This Podcast
Welcome to the Franchising with ISI® Elite Training podcast. The purpose of this podcast is to educate, inform, and experience all areas of opening your own ISI® Elite Training location. Over the course of the next 50 episodes, Adam Rice, our Founder & CEO will cover all areas of franchising....
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What Is Franchising?
In this episode we talk about what is franchising and how can it be used as a vehicle to be in business for yourself, but not by yourself. ________________________ To Inquire About Franchising with ISI® Elite Training visit: www.isifranchise.com
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What Is A FDD?
In this episode, we discuss the FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document). A FDD is a disclosure that any franchised brand is required to have within the United States to legally sell a franchise. Listen in for a further explanation of the FDD, and how it is an integral part of the discovery process....
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What is ISI® Elite Training?
ISI® Elite Training is the leader in strength training within the booming 32 billion dollar boutique fitness industry. ISI® stands for Iron Sharpens Iron from Proverbs 27:17 which states "Iron Sharpens Iron, As One Man Sharpens Another." Listen in to our Founder, Adam Rice, as he takes a high…
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What Is The Vision, Mission, & Values?
Our Founder & CEO, Adam Rice shares the vision for the brand along with the mission statement and core values that we live by. ____________________________________ To Inquire About Franchising with ISI® Elite Training visit: www.isifranchise.com
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The Franchise Awarding Process
The awarding process is exactly that, a process. We take a lot of pride in really understanding the vision and goals of each one of our potential candidates so that we can best educate them during their discovery process. The awarding process typically takes about 6 weeks from inquiry to signing...
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What Are The Financial Qualifications?
Financial Qualifications To Open Your Own Location: 1. 200K Liquid 2. 300K Net Worth 3. 680+ Credit Score
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What If I Need An Investor Or Partner?
If you are considering getting an investor or partnering with someone, you will want make sure you listen to this episode.
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What Is Your Vision?
Knowing your vision is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Really understanding the WHY behind why you want to open your own location or multiple locations will allow you to make strategic hires, investments, and plans to bring your vision to fruition.
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Why Is Boutique Fitness A Good Investment?
There are thousands of businesses that you could invest in, and in this episode we speak directly about why boutique fitness is a great investment in an industry that is forecasted for exponential growth. A few great reasons are: recurring revenue, community focused, impact driven, multiple…
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Why ISI® & Why Now?
Timing is everything. In this episode, we dive into why ISI® Elite Training vs. other concepts and why right now is the time to dive in and take advantage of prime territory in great markets!
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How Is ISI® Different?
Every sustainable and successful business has key differentiators to it. In this episode we explore what the key differentiators are for ISI® Elite Training.
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What Is Athletic Based Training?
Athletic Based Training (ABT) is what we call our workouts at ISI® Elite Training. In this episode, Adam dives into what Athletic Based Training is and why our proven training philosophy has aided in hundreds of people getting in the best shape of their life while increasing muscle and burning…
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How Much Is The Investment?
In this episode we discuss how much the investment is to open your own location which is specifically explained in ITEM 7 of the FDD. ITEM 7 is a range as every locations cost will be different due to market conditions, real estate, hiring wages, etc.
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How Much Can I Make?
One of the most common questions we get is "How Much Can I Make?" The answer is unlocked in this episode.
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What If I Don't Have Fitness Experience?
Some may be surprised that the majority of our owners don't have experience running a fitness facility. Over 65% of our owners were members first (talk about validation!) and they bring their skillset from their current career or past experience to owning their own location which transfers very...
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What Makes A Great Owner?
The quote that "success leaves clues" couldn't be more true when it comes down to owning a fitness facility. In this episode we dive into key characteristics and traits that successful owners have or must develop.
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What Makes A Good Location?
Location, Location, Location! This is a big decision during your opening process, and in this episode we dive into what makes a good location and what some of our brand standards are for locations that we open.
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The Real Estate Process & Support?
In this episode, we bring in the team from Morrow Hill Real Estate! They are experts in finding great locations, negotiating terms, and providing great service to you at no cost when locking in your location. Sam from Morrow Hill dives into the site selection process and support that you should...
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Timeline For Opening Your Location
In this episode, we dive into how long it will take from signing the franchise agreement to opening your doors and the process associated with that.
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How Do I Build Out The Facility?
For many owners, this is their first time dealing with commercial real estate and building out a location. In this episode, we dive into the build out process and the support you should expect during that process as you start the endeavor of your first location!
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What Holds Most People Back From Franchising?
In this episode, Adam unpacks why some people don't move forward with stepping into entrepreneurship. The majority of the time it comes down to FUD ( Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt ). Going into this process knowing that you will have all three of those is important, so that when they arise you…
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What Are The Different Revenue Streams?
There isn't just one stream of revenue, there are actually 5+ revenue streams of revenue in this model! In this episode, we break down the different streams and how they compliment your main source of revenue which is membership revenue.
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Can I Keep My Job & Open An ISI®?
Did you know you can keep your current job and still open an ISI® Elite Training location? Many of our owners have flexibility in their current career and will keep their current jobs while operating an ISI® location. This is a personal and financial decision, but you are empowered with the...
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What Is Presales?
Our proprietary Pre-Sales process is critical to the success of your location and in this episode we break down what Pre-Sales is and how it effect your profitability, community, and success of your business.
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Royalties, Brand Fund, and Tech Fee
There are three areas of monthly fee's associated with your business. They are royalties, brand fund marketing, and a technology fee. In this episode, each category is broken down and explained in detail.
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How Do I Get Members?
This business model is very simple. It is as simple as consistently getting new members and keeping your current members, thats it! In this episode, we dive into how you will get members to join your community.
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How Do I Keep Members?
This business model is very simple. It is as simple as consistently getting new members and keeping your current members, thats it! In this episode, we dive into how you will KEEP members in your community.
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What Type Of Support Should I Expect?
Franchising is having the ability to go into business for yourself, but not by yourself. In this episode, we break down all of the support that you should expect to help you run a successful business.
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Hiring Great Managers & Coaches
Your ability to lead, inspire, and motivate a great team of people who bleed green is the epitome of success within this model. In this episode, we dive into how to find great mangers and coaches that will run the day to day of your business.
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How Much Time Do I Need To Commit To This?
In this episode, we discuss how much time commitment this will take based on your vision and goals of the business.
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Is There Too Much Competition?
Compared to ten years ago, you see fitness brands all throughout your community. In this episode, we dive into the question around market saturation and competition. It's a great question, and the answer may surprise you.
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What Will My Protected Territory Be?
In this episode, we dive into the subject of protected territory and how it works within the ISI® Elite Training brand.
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How Did ISI® Do During COVID?
COVID-19 was a test for the industry and identified long term consumer wants and behaviors. In this episode, Adam dives into depth how ISI® Elite Training handled the pandemic and how we are doing post pandemic.
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Owner Spotlight: Brandon Jackson
Multi-unit owner, Brandon Jackson shares his story of why he wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. Brandon is a father, husband, has four children, and a real estate professional.
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Owner Spotlight: Laila Tafazzoli
ISI® Dilworth Franchise Owner, Laila Tafazzoli shares her story of why she wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training. Laila was a former Head Coach at OrangeTheory Fitness and transitioned into owning her own thriving facility in the Charlotte, NC market.
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Owner Spotlight: Ellen & Zane Abbott
Multi-unit owners, Ellen and Zane Abbott, share their story of why they wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. They are in the middle of construction on their first location at the time of airing, have three children, and will be opening locations around Lake Norman in...
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Owner Spotlight: Jordan Mudrock
Jordan Mudrock is our first franchise owner in the state of Wisconsin. Him and his wife have two children in the Milwaukee suburbs and are currently in lease negotiation at the time of airing this episode. Jordan's background is in ministry and operations.
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Owner Spotlight: Joe Hodge
Multi-unit owner, Joseph Hodge, shares his story of why he wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. Joe is a father of five children, Marines veteran, and continues to thrive in his full time career in Project Management. Joe was our first owner of the brand opening his...
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Owner Spotlight: Emily Liu
Multi-unit owner, Emily Liu, shares her story of why she and her husband wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. Emily is a mother, wife, and former corporate executive that resides in the Baltimore, Maryland market. They will be opening three locations over the next…
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Owner Spotlight: John Scarborough
John Scarborough is a franchise owner in Lexington, SC outside of Columbia. He is a former restaurant owner, father, husband, and military veteran. At the time of airing this episode, John and his team just opened their first location.
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Owner Spotlight: The Jenkin's Family
Original members of our first location in Myrtle Beach, SC - The Jenkin's family found a passion for fitness as a family, and made the courageous move from Myrtle Beach, SC to Scottsdale, AZ to open 6 locations over the next several years.
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Owner Spotlight: Tim & Mirela Johnson
Multi-unit owners, Tim and Mirela Johnson share their story of why they wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. Tim & Mirela aren't originally from America, and open up on their vision and what it means to have a family business. They currently have one location in St....
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Manager Spotlight: Brittany Mitchell
The Facility Manager from ISI® Dilworth, Brittany Mitchell, shares how she found ISI® Elite Training and gives an in depth look on what it's like to be a Facility Manager at an ISI® Elite Training location.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Learn more about the opportunity to franchise with ISI® Elite Training. This podcast covers all aspects of the franchise opportunity hosted by the Founder & CEO of ISI® Elite Training, Adam Rice. Included are bonus episodes with current franchise owners, managers, and coaches to provide insight into their experience and why they love the ISI® Elite Training brand. ISI® Elite Training was just announced as one of the top 150 emerging franchise brands in the world by Entrepreneur magazine. To speak to a member of our team, go to www.isifranchise.com or send us an email at [email protected].
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