• 268. How to be an effective panel moderator or interviewer [Part 4/4]
    May 8 2024

    In the fourth and final part of our mini-series, we discuss how to be an effective and dynamic interviewer or podcast moderator. We look at what to do before, during and after your interview or panel to make the most of your opportunity and create value for the audience.

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    21 mins
  • 267. You’re Live! How to have maximum IMPACT as a podcast or panel guest [Part 3/4]
    May 5 2024

    In the third part of our mini-series, we discuss what to do on the day of the panel or interview, to ensure you have maximum impact.

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    21 mins
  • 266. Preparation: How to have maximum IMPACT as a podcast or panel Guest [Part 2/4]
    Apr 29 2024

    In the second part of our mini-series, we discuss how to prepare for your interview or panel appearance once you’ve secured it. With good planning and preparation, you can have maximum impact for you and your brand.

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    21 mins
  • 265. Impact & Inspiration: Excelling as a Podcast & Panel Guest [Part 1/4]
    Apr 8 2024

    This three-part series is for podcast guests, media interviewees, panelists and speakers and will help you find the right media outlets for your message and craft a memorable, powerful and inspiring brand story.

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    27 mins
  • 264. Creating one of the first brands in ‘boutique fitness’ and taking it worldwide, with Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi of Physique 57 (USA)
    Mar 18 2024

    When her favorite fitness studio closed, Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi went from fitness class client to business owner and created one of the world’s first brands to be recognized as “boutique fitness” in the process.

    Physique 57 has since opened in countries around the world, has seen great success in online fitness and is still going strong as one of the industry’s leading Barre brands.

    Their Soho location was also recognized as the world’s leading Barre experience in The Fit Guide.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • 263. Seven Gym Sales Essentials That Will Quickly Put You In The Top 5%
    Mar 4 2024

    Host Jack Thomas talks through seven gym sales essentials that will help you increase revenue and impact more people. Based on over 250 gym visits to clubs around the world, this list lays out the ‘must-dos’ which you can start implementing now.

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    22 mins
  • 262. The Huge Potential and Opportunity in Saudi Arabia and the GCC Region, with Mohammed Iqbal of Sweatworks
    Feb 26 2024

    This episode is a must if you’re looking to do business or grow your brand in GCC, or you want to learn more about the region.

    Taken on the sidelines of Beyond Activ in Riyadh, we welcome Mohammed Iqbal back to the show to discuss the huge potential in Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

    Beyond Activ showcased some incredible projects and brands, as well as the people making it happen behind the scenes!

     

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    25 mins
  • 261. What does your brand stand for? SoulCycle's new approach to handling social issues
    Feb 19 2024

    In this episode host Jack Thomas reacts to a recent LIFTs podcast interview with SoulCycle CEO Evelyn Webster, where she discusses the company’s stance on handling sensitive social issues.

    This is an important conversaton for our industry that will challenge your thinking on values and branding.

    What do you think SoulCycle’s position? Connect with me on LinkedIn and let me know.

    Watch Evelyn Webster on the original episode of LIFTs podcast here.



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    11 mins