Become an FBP Insider! <a href= "https://patreon.com/FitnessBusinessPodcast">Learn more on Patreon.</a>   Our FREE LIVE online events created specifically for fitness business owners, managers, and coaches who want to sharpen their skills and grow their business - <a href= "https://fitnessbusinesspodcast.com/onlineevents">Learn More!</a>   In this episode of the Fitness Business Podcast, host Justin 'JT' Tamsett is joined by AI and digital marketing expert Shama Hyder and brain fitness pioneer Dr. Patrick Porter to deliver actionable insights for fitness business managers and owners aiming to future-proof their operations. The discussion with Shama tackles common myths about AI artificial intelligence in the fitness industry, with Hyder demystifying AI's role and offering a practical playbook for leveraging AI to boost revenue, streamline operations, and create standout customer experiences. In a special segment of the episode, Dr. Porter shares science-backed strategies for optimizing brain health and performance, emphasizing the critical link between quality sleep and business leadership. Listeners will learn why embracing AI is essential to avoid being left behind in a rapidly evolving market and how to implement simple, effective changes that drive real ROI for fitness clubs and studios   Key highlights from the episode: - Shama Hyder debunks AI myths and explains how gym owners can use AI to analyze sales data, bridge the sales-marketing divide, and create revenue-driving customer experience. - Dr. Patrick Porter reveals the science of brain fitness, including practical sleep strategies to enhance decision-making and leadership performance for fitness professionals. - The episode provides a step-by-step challenge for fitness leaders to experiment with AI tools like ChatGPT, plus tips on optimizing your website and online reputation to ensure your gym stands out in AI-driven search results. <a href= "https://fitnessbusinesspodcast.com/leave-us-a-voicemail/">Leave us a voicemail!</a> <a href= "https://fitnessbusinesspodcast.com/review/">Leave a rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.</a>   Quotes: "AI is not going away anytime soon...you ignore it at your own peril." - Shama Hyder "If AI is cheating, gosh, sign me up - because if calculators are cheating, look how much progress we've made." - Shama Hyder "Deep sleep is critical." - Dr. Patrick Porter   Resources: Be an FBP Insider on <a href= "https://patreon.com/FitnessBusinessPodcast">Patreon</a> Fitness Business Podcast’s <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9878228/">LinkedIn Community</a>Mystery Shopping for Fitness Businesses - <a href= "https://mysteryshoppingforfitnessbusinesses.com.au/">Website</a> Shama Hyder - <a href= "http://www.shamahyder.com">Website</a>, <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/shamahyder">LinkedIn</a>, <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/shamahyder">Instagram</a>, <a href= "http://www.facebook.com/shamahyderpage">Facebook</a> Health and Fitness Association - <a href= "https://www.healthandfitness.org/">Website</a> <a href="https://amzn.to/43pRfX8">Momentum</a> by Shama Hyder   Wise Words: Dr Patrick Porter - <a href= "https://braintap.com/">Website</a>, <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/braintaptech/">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/braintaptech/">Facebook</a>, <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/braintaptech/?hl=en">Instagram</a> Dr Patrick Porter’s Book - <a href= "https://amzn.to/4jmjgEr">Thrive in Overdrive</a> <a href= "https://braintap.com/membership-and-headset/?afmc=8d4&utm_campaign=8d4&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate"> Buy Your Headset Using our Link!</a>   Merch Sponsor: Be a Merch Sponsor - <a href= "https://fitnessbusinesspodcast.com/merch/">Here</a>   REX Roundtables: Website - <a href= "http://www.rexroundtables.com">www.REXRoundtables.com</a> Email - Eddie@REXRoundtables.com Leadership Academy – <a href= "http://www.rexleadershipacademy.com">www.REXLeadershipAcademy.com</a>   Free On-line Live Events <a href= "https://fitnessbusinesspodcast.com/onlineevents">https://fitnessbusinesspodcast.com/onlineevents</a>   Trusted Suppliers: -Power Systems: your one stop shop for equipment, functional training, recovery and storage <a href= "https://www.power-systems.com/shop">https://www.power-systems.com/shop</a> -Les Mills: offering group fitness classes and solutions. <a href= "https://www.lesmills.com/">https://www.lesmills.com/</a> -Instinctive Insights: Profit driven marketing using data science. <a href= "https://www.instinctiveinsights.com/">https://www.instinctiveinsights.com/</a> -HireBob.Ai: Sell memberships, service existing customers and provide motivational fitness support with AI. <a href="https://www.hirebob.ai/">https://www.hirebob.ai/</a> -Eleiko: supplying premium strength training equipment <a href="https://eleiko.com/en">https://eleiko.com/en</a> -MAX Members: automating member management and engagement. <a href= "https://www.maxmembers.ai/">https://www.maxmembers.ai/</a>   About Your Host: Justin "JT" Tamsett is a fitness industry veteran with over 30 years of experience who aims to reduce global healthcare costs by promoting physical activity. Through his company Active Management, he provides business coaching to fitness entrepreneurs, leads 8 REX Roundtables in the US and Australia, and has spoken at over 40 conferences across 23 countries. His ultimate goal is to create a world of opportunity for his daughter Zoe by helping more people move and stay healthy, while empowering gym owners to build successful businesses that contribute to a healthier society   Related: AI, ChatGPT, chat gpt, gemini, perplexity, fitness business, leadership, decision-making, trust, credibility, technology, innovation, customer experience, productivity   Please note: We only recommend products we care about (affiliate links support our free content). Thank you for your support!

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