O/T Gym membership sales

[GoneForever]

Just got laid off and need something quick to pay the bills. I posted a while back i was looking into personal training stuff but it seems to be a dead end esp with the economy. Now, the head PT of the gym i train at told me suprisingly memberships are growing and growing but pt sales are down. reason b/c so many people are laid off they have nothing to do and a gym membership is cheap. So, has anyone ever worked at an la fitness or 24hr fitness as a membership salesman? How'd it turn out? Any info is appreciated. Thanks

 

[GoneForever]

Im definately a great salesman. I can read everyone I meet and tell them what they wanna hear. I dont do cold sales but I am good. the only prob is gonna depened on how many people I sit down with. I can sell but I just dont think the commission is good.

 

[MightyJohn]

I've managed multiple healthclubs as well as PT in multiple clubs...if You have an LA Fitness near You find a busy or new one b/c those clubs have a tendancy to burn out after the 1st -1-2yrs(unless You are in NY)....although if You make a career....they aren't the best company(every 2 yrs the redue the commission & bonus structure in their favor, ie less % comm & more penalties to lose bonuses)

 

[GoneForever]

I've managed multiple healthclubs as well as PT in multiple clubs...if You have an LA Fitness near You find a busy or new one b/c those clubs have a tendancy to burn out after the 1st -1-2yrs(unless You are in NY)....although if You make a career....they aren't the best company(every 2 yrs the redue the commission & bonus structure in their favor, ie less % comm & more penalties to lose bonuses)

Know anything about 24hr fitness? There is a new one opening in my area and im in so cal which is very busy.