Develop good sales skills is key - Personal Trainer Equinox Employee Review

4.0
Aug 2, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

-Great professional training for personal trainers to understand the latest fitness trends -Always trying to keep trainers' certifications up-to-date -Fun place to work -Best clients I have worked with -Developed good sales techniques which is imperative at a corporate, high-end gym -Beautiful facilities and spa

Cons

-If you are bad at selling training packages, it may not be the best fit for you -You have to maintain the gym (i.e. pick up towels, return free weights to racks, change TV stations, etc) -Free sessions to potential clients -It is a a very corporate environment so you must abide by their rules, such as wear their uniforms and name tags, attend weekly meetings, hit certain number of sessions per week, etc.

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Cons

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Cons

Sales quotas can be aggressive, and there is constant pressure to hit monthly targets regardless of market conditions. Success often depends heavily on club traffic, lead quality, and location, which can make performance feel inconsistent. Long hours and weekend availability are frequently expected, especially during promotional periods and month-end pushes. Compensation can fluctuate significantly if sales goals are missed. Management styles vary greatly by club; some locations offer strong support while others can be highly numbers-driven. Administrative tasks and CRM follow-up can become repetitive and take time away from building member relationships. High turnover among advisors can create additional workload for remaining team members. Advancement opportunities exist but can be competitive and sometimes unclear. The focus on sales metrics can occasionally overshadow the hospitality and member experience aspects of the role. Corporate initiatives and promotions can change frequently, requiring advisors to quickly adapt messaging and sales strategies

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