{"id":2337,"date":"2023-10-06T19:37:38","date_gmt":"2023-10-06T19:37:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/podcast\/?p=2337"},"modified":"2023-10-06T19:37:40","modified_gmt":"2023-10-06T19:37:40","slug":"when-clients-ask-for-discounts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/podcast\/when-clients-ask-for-discounts\/","title":{"rendered":"When Clients Ask for Discounts: A Case Study in Business Boundaries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/www.buzzsprout.com\/2134534\/13727857-when-clients-ask-for-discounts-a-case-study-in-business-boundaries.mp3?download=true\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What should you do when clients ask for discounts? Tune in to today&#8217;s discussion between James, Josh, and Andrew as they dive into this uncomfortable topic for fit pros. What should you do when clients ask for discounts?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> You&#8217;ll discover the tightrope that fitness professionals often walk when juggling business value and client expectations. Press play to uncover insights from real-world experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Value your services, value your expertise in the niche that you&#8217;re working in, and make sure you stick to your guns.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Timeline Summary<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"00\" data-seconds=\"37\">00:37<\/a><span>Clients Pushing for Discounts.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"03\" data-seconds=\"50\">03:50<\/a><span>The Repercussions of Giving Discounts.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"05\" data-seconds=\"50\">05:50<\/a><span>Upholding Professionalism in the Fitness Industry.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"07\" data-seconds=\"50\">07:50<\/a><span>Never Discount; Offer Options.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clients Asking for Discounts<\/strong>: James and Josh discuss the recurring issue of clients requesting custom packages, often undermining the holistic approach of their training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Professionalism in the Fitness Industry<\/strong>: The group emphasizes the importance of holding oneself to high standards, especially in an industry where professionalism is often undermined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Downside of Discounting<\/strong>: Andrew recounts a personal experience where discounting led to a slippery slope of decreased value and loss of clients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Offering Options, Not Discounts<\/strong>: James suggests having different packages available. This provides flexibility for clients without compromising the value of the service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Importance of Sticking to Your Guns<\/strong>: The team agrees on the importance of valuing services and not falling into the trap of continuous discounting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><strong>Websites and Links Mentioned:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Strength Matters<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you discount, you become a commodity, and it&#8217;s a race to the bottom.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Show Your Support: Rate and Review Us!<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you enjoyed today\u2019s episode, please consider giving us a 5-star rating and a review on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/gb\/podcast\/strength-matters\/id892406366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Apple Podcasts<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;or wherever you listen to podcasts. 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