{"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>What should you do when clients ask for discounts? Tune in to today\u2019s 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> You\u2019ll 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>Value your services, value your expertise in the niche that you\u2019re working in, and make sure you stick to your guns.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/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>If you discount, you become a commodity, and it\u2019s a race to the bottom.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/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>If you enjoyed today\u2019s episode, please consider giving us a 5-star rating and a review on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/gb\/podcast\/strength-matters\/id892406366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Apple Podcasts<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0or wherever you listen to podcasts. Your support helps us reach more people and bring you even more quality content. Click the link below to rate and review us now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/gb\/podcast\/strength-matters\/id892406366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Rate and Review us on Apple Podcasts<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When clients ask for discounts what should you do? 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