Employee Training and Workplace Skills

How to Improve Communication and Client Connections in Your Fitness Business

How to Improve Communication and Client Connections in Your Fitness Business

I recently had the opportunity to be a guest on the Fitness Business Podcast, and we dove into one of the most overlooked—but powerful—skills in running a successful gym or fitness business: effective communication and body language. If you’ve ever wondered why some trainers, managers, or fitness business owners seem to instantly connect with clients

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Unlocking The Power of Rehearsal  In Developing People Skills

Unlocking The Power of Rehearsal In Developing People Skills

After a recent presentation, an attendee approached me with a common challenge: forgetting names right after being introduced. His frustration echoed a familiar dilemma: the intention to use names but struggling to follow through. The root of this issue lies in our habits. New, desirable behaviors often clash with older, less beneficial habits ingrained in

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Listening Between the Lines

I had a great question from a person who had recently seen one of my shows.  He wanted to know how it would be possible to use people-reading skills during my routine where I have audience volunteers duct-tape my eyes  shut.  I explained that “people reading” included not only body language, but also listening.  Indeed,

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Some Tips For Job Interviewing

I was hard at work on a post about body language for job interviews when I saw this.    Her suggestions are both simple and powerful.  If you’re not familiar with Ms. Goman’s work, make it your job to follow her posts on Forbes.com.  She also has a great book out on body language in the workplace.

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You Mean I Can’t Let My Hair Down At The Office Party?

I get to a lot of office Christmas parties.  Of course I’m there as an entertainer, so I always have to be using my best body language.  But since I don’t know anybody or have any particular allegiances, I also get to ply my favorite hobby:  watching people.    It always amazes me how many employees

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5 Things You Must Do To Be a Good Listener

Chances are you think you are a good listener.  Chances are greater there’s somebody in your life who will disagree.    If both of these statements are true, congratulations!  You’re pretty much like everybody else on the planet.  The fact is, none of is born with good listening skills.  We have to learn them.  Unfortunately, most

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