Stop Looking For The Magic Pill – Just Do The Basics Brilliantly
Most fitness business owners are chasing the next big thing,apps, funnels, automations but still find themselves stuck…
Same revenue.
Same stress.
Still no real profit or freedom.
In this 14-minute Coaching Insights chat, I sit down with FBDA Coach and owner of BMPT, Barrie Mark to unpack the real reasons so many gym owners plateau and what to do instead.
If you’re trying to grow, scale, or buy back your time, this is a must-watch.
Watch the full video below
Video Timestamps: What You’ll Learn
0:00 – Intro
What Coaching Insights is all about and why it exists
1:05 – The #1 mistake gym owners make
Why chasing shiny objects kills momentum and profit
2:18 – The business basics no one wants to do
What “boring” stuff you need to repeat consistently
3:41 – Referral goldmine (most gyms ignore this!)
How many clients are you not asking for referrals from?
5:30 – The illusion of success online
Why comparing your gym to others is dangerous
7:00 – You became a great coach. Now become a great owner.
What it takes to win in business the same way you did in fitness
9:12 – Standards: Your silent business killer
From bins to punctuality—why low standards cost you
11:03 – Coaching vs. “laptop lifestyle” fantasy
What real success looks like (hint: it’s not the beach)
12:24 – Core vs. Growth: What to focus on by stage
What to focus on if you’re at £8K/month… or aiming for £30K+
13:50 – Wrap-up: Score your business before chasing new stuff
Simple scoring system to spot untapped growth in your ops