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Morgan Rammo | How to Turn your Passion for Fitness into a Thriving Fitness Studio

Morgan Rammo

Turning your Passion into a Business, Being a Young Entrepreneur, and Tips for Having Happy Clients


This is Morgan. - She is the Founder and Owner of Vita Fitness.
Viva 1.jpg

This is Morgan.

She is the Founder and Owner of Vita Fitness.


p.s.

Did you know that we have an entire podcast dedicated to all things Marketing?

Tune into The Marketing Hotline >>


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Today, I’m sitting down with Morgan Rammo who is the founder, owner and resident DJ of Vita Fitness which is Muskoka’s Premier Fitness Studio⁣ located in Downtown Bracebridge.

At Vita Fitness you can find fitness classes, personal training, supplements and all around good vibes. Morgan is a young, vibrant and motivated entrepreneur that followed her love of fitness and now runs one of the hottest studios in Muskoka.

In this episode, we chat about…

  • How she ended up moving to Bracebridge

  • The decision to open a fitness studio and how she did it with minimal risk

  • How she found her first few clients, and what’s working now to continue marketing and promoting to new people

  • What a typical work week looks like for her today

  • & so much more

Enjoy this episode with Morgan and be sure to share this episode while tagging:

& to plan your next trip to Bracebridge, head to https://www.visitthebridge.ca/ 

👇 Click the image below to tune in to this weeks episode 🎙️


<< Click to Listen

Want to take a peek at my “Prep Notes” for the show? 👇

These are totally unedited, and give you an idea of what I do to get ready for the interview.

Intro

  • Where did you grow up & where do you live now?

  • Current favourite way to move your body?

  • Is there a book or person that has greatly impacted your life?

The Early Days…

  • Have you always been obsessed with fitness?

  • Did you always know you could make it into your career path? Tell us about that journey

  • When did you get the idea to start your own business: was there a lightbulb moment?

  • Did you have any doubts in the early days? How did you move through limiting beliefs?

  • What were some of the first things that you did to bring your business to life?

Vita Fitness:

  • Tell us about your Fitness Studio: who do you help & what do you offer?

  • What makes Vita Fitness unique vs. other studios?

  • Did you ever write a “formal business plan” or did things just unfold naturally?

  • How did you find your first few clients, when you opened? How do you keep them coming back?

  • Did you ever come up against any doubts that this would take off?

  • Have there been any unexpected challenges or tough moments that almost derailed you?

Business tips.

  • What does a typical work week look like for you?

  • What is 1 skill set of piece of advice that you wish you knew when you started your business?

  • Are there any organizational tools that help you run your business smoothly?

  • In terms of marketing and reaching new clients, what’s working now? (aka Social Media, Email, etc.)

Bracebridge Specific

  • Tell us why you love Bracebridge – what is it about this awesome little town 2 hours North of Toronto that you love?

  • What advice would you offer to someone looking to start & grow a business in a smaller town?

  • What’s your favourite location in Bracebridge: a store, nature spot or place we’d never know about


Connect with Morgan & with Vita Fitness


THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS….

 


 

Thanks to the town of Bracebridge for partnering with the Visionary Life Podcast.

Some of incredible entrepreneurs that live and work in Bracebridge are sitting down with podcast host Kelsey Reidl to share about their journey of opening their business in Bracebridge and why they love living and working here.

In this 6 episode series, you’ll hear interviews with a variety of shop owners, restaurateurs, visionary entrepreneurs and artists– there’s an interview for all to enjoy! Explore all that Bracebridge has to offer: https://www.visitthebridge.ca/


 


 

Healthy Planet Canada

With the best prices, the largest selection, and brands you won’t find anywhere else… Healthy Planet is a shopping experience that I stand behind!

This online store has been my #1 choice for natural health products, clean beauty & top quality supplements for 5+ years now.

If you want access to Visionary Health, check out Healthy Planet.

Use code visionary10 at checkout to save 10% on any online order over $49.99 by shopping at https://www.healthyplanetcanada.com/


 


 

Better Help.

As many of you might know, my mom passed away unexpectedly a couple of weeks ago and this has sent me down the path of navigating change, grief, and an emptiness that I’ve never quite felt before.

That’s why I’m so grateful to have a partner like Better Help, as they offer professional counseling done  securely online.

You can send a message to your counselor anytime & you’ll get timely and thoughtful responses plus you can schedule weekly  video or phone sessions . The booking system is remarkably easy and convenient.

Better Help has counsellors who specialize in… 

  • Stress 

  • Anxiety 

  • Relationships

  • Grief

  • Self-esteem 

If you’ve been thinking about finding help for some of your unique challenges, then I’m happy to share that as a listener of Visionary Life  you’ll get 10% off  your first month of Better Help by heading to https://www.betterhelp.com/visionary/




Click below to listen to the episode 👇

ATTN: VISIONARIES!

Whenever you’re ready, there are a few ways that we can get to know each other better…

1. 📧 Subscribe to our weekly recap emails, where I summarize key takeaways from our Visionary Life Podcast Guests: Pop your email in here so you don’t miss these EPIC takeaways >>

2. 🎧 Take your Marketing Strategy to the NEXT LEVEL with free marketing advice from Top Experts: Click here to Subscribe to our Marketing Podcast, The Marketing Hotline >>

3. 😊 Work with me one on one! If you’re looking for Business or Marketing Coaching, I’ve got a few spots to take on private 1:1 clients who are ready to launch their online business and/or create a comprehensive marketing strategy that reaches more clients 📌 APPLY NOW >> https://kelseyreidl.typeform.com/to/UAxrZo


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Emma Grimstead | How She Took Over the Family Business!

Emma Grimstead

How to be multi-passionate, what it’s like taking over a family business & how to keep customers happy!


This is Emma. - She is the Founder of Maggie & Kaye
Emma 1.jpg

This is Emma.

She is the Founder of Maggie & Kaye


p.s.

Did you know that we have an entire podcast dedicated to all things Marketing?

Tune into The Marketing Hotline >>


Press Play!


Today, I’m sitting down with Emma Grimstead who is the founder and owner of Maggie & Kaye (a Canadian online home boutique that sells beautiful quality products for your bed, bath and home expressions).

In addition to diving into all things Maggie & Kaye, Emma is also sharing about her other projects and passions. She is truly a multi-passionate, and multi talented individual!

In this episode, we chat about…

  • Emma’s decision to take over the family business that was started by her grandmother, then taken over by her mother, and that she is now running

  • What some of the first steps were in bringing the business to life

  • What Emma believes is the key to keeping her customers happy

  • Some of her must-have business and software tools that help successfully run an online business 

  • And what it’s like to ALSO be building a personal brand in addition to her online home goods shop

Enjoy this episode with Emma Grimstead and be sure to share this episode, tagging @emma.grimsteadd/  or @maggieandkaye/   or visit her website at https://maggieandkaye.com/ 

& to plan your next trip to Bracebridge, head to https://www.visitthebridge.ca/  

👇 Click the image below to tune in to this weeks episode 🎙️


<< Click to Listen

Want to take a peek at my “Prep Notes” for the show? 👇

These are totally unedited, and give you an idea of what I do to get ready for the interview.

Intro

  • Where did you grow up & where do you live now?

  • What’s lighting you up right now? What gets you out of bed in the morning?

  • Did you always know you’d start your own business?

You’ve got a few projects on the go…

Maggie & Kaye is a Canadian online home boutique, you’ve got a podcast called The Expression Sessions with your co-host Amy and you’re also building a personal brand…

  • Have you always been multi passionate?

  • Best part about having multiple projects on the go?

  • How do you balance your time between the 3 — is there structure or are you more of a go with the flow?

Maggie & Kaye

  • Tell us about your business: who do you help & what do you offer?

  • What makes Maggie & Kaye unique vs. other Online Home Boutiques

  • How did you find your first few customers?

  • What’s one milestone you’re really proud of achieving thus far in business?

  • Have there been any challenges that you’ve recently overcome?

  • What is 1 skill set or piece of advice that you started your business with, that served you well?

  • What is 1 skill set of piece of advice that you WISH you knew when you started your business?

Business tips.

  • How do you bring new customers into Maggie & Kaye right now? How are people hearing about you… What’s working?

  • Do you have any particular rituals or routines that set you up to feel driven, motivated & inspired each day?

  • How do you find balance as an entrepreneur? What structures do you have in place that allow you to shut off when necessary?

Bracebridge Specific

  • Tell us why you love Bracebridge – what is it about this awesome little town 2 hours North of Toronto that you love?

  • What advice would you offer to someone looking to start & grow a business in a smaller town?

  • What’s your favourite location in Bracebridge: a store, nature spot or place we’d never know about


Connect with Emma & her businesses.


THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS….

 


 

Thanks to the town of Bracebridge for partnering with the Visionary Life Podcast.

Some of incredible entrepreneurs that live and work in Bracebridge are sitting down with podcast host Kelsey Reidl to share about their journey of opening their business in Bracebridge and why they love living and working here.

In this 6 episode series, you’ll hear interviews with a variety of shop owners, restaurateurs, visionary entrepreneurs and artists– there’s an interview for all to enjoy! Explore all that Bracebridge has to offer: https://www.visitthebridge.ca/


 


 

Healthy Planet Canada

With the best prices, the largest selection, and brands you won’t find anywhere else… Healthy Planet is a shopping experience that I stand behind!

This online store has been my #1 choice for natural health products, clean beauty & top quality supplements for 5+ years now.

If you want access to Visionary Health, check out Healthy Planet.

Use code visionary10 at checkout to save 10% on any online order over $49.99 by shopping at https://www.healthyplanetcanada.com/


 


 

Better Help.

As many of you might know, my mom passed away unexpectedly a couple of weeks ago and this has sent me down the path of navigating change, grief, and an emptiness that I’ve never quite felt before.

That’s why I’m so grateful to have a partner like Better Help, as they offer professional counseling done  securely online.

You can send a message to your counselor anytime & you’ll get timely and thoughtful responses plus you can schedule weekly  video or phone sessions . The booking system is remarkably easy and convenient.

Better Help has counsellors who specialize in… 

  • Stress 

  • Anxiety 

  • Relationships

  • Grief

  • Self-esteem 

If you’ve been thinking about finding help for some of your unique challenges, then I’m happy to share that as a listener of Visionary Life  you’ll get 10% off  your first month of Better Help by heading to https://www.betterhelp.com/visionary/




Click below to listen to the episode 👇

ATTN: VISIONARIES!

Whenever you’re ready, there are a few ways that we can get to know each other better…

1. 📧 Subscribe to our weekly recap emails, where I summarize key takeaways from our Visionary Life Podcast Guests: Pop your email in here so you don’t miss these EPIC takeaways >>

2. 🎧 Take your Marketing Strategy to the NEXT LEVEL with free marketing advice from Top Experts: Click here to Subscribe to our Marketing Podcast, The Marketing Hotline >>

3. 😊 Work with me one on one! If you’re looking for Business or Marketing Coaching, I’ve got a few spots to take on private 1:1 clients who are ready to launch their online business and/or create a comprehensive marketing strategy that reaches more clients 📌 APPLY NOW >> https://kelseyreidl.typeform.com/to/UAxrZo


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Daniel Collins | How to Turn your Passion for Beer into a Business

Daniel Collins

Starting a Beer Supply Business, Balancing Work with Family Life, and Following your Passions!


This is Daniel Collins - He is the President & Founder of Brew Culture
Daniel Collins.jpg

This is Daniel Collins

He is the President & Founder of Brew Culture


p.s.

Did you know that we have an entire podcast dedicated to all things Marketing?

Tune into The Marketing Hotline >>


Press Play!


Today, I’m sitting down with the President & Founder of Brew Culture, Daniel Collins.

Daniel founded Brew Culture back in 2014 because of a passion for craft beer and a love of hops.

Today, Brew Culture works with beer ingredient suppliers from all over the world and their business has been growing steadily as the craft beer trend continues to dominate.

In this episode, we chat about…

  • Daniels original career path– and why he ended up pivoting and launching Brew Culture

  • How Brew Culture found their first few customers and what they attribute their early success to

  • The 1 piece of advice he would give to all start up entrepreneurs

  • Tips for growing your business in a small town

  • & SO MUCH MORE

Enjoy this episode with Daniel and be sure to follow Brew Culture at:

👇 Click the image below to tune in to this weeks episode 🎙️


<< Click to Listen

Want to take a peek at my “Prep Notes” for the show? 👇

These are totally unedited, and give you an idea of what I do to get ready for the interview.

Intro

  • Where did you grow up & where do you live now?

  • Did you always know you wanted to be an entrepreneur? When did the entrepreneurial bug hit?

  • What’s the best part about running your business, Brew Culture?

Brew Culture

  • Tell us about your business: who do you help & what do you offer?

  • What makes Brew Culture unique vs. other ingredient suppliers?

  • How did you find your first few customers, when you launched?

  • Did you ever come up against any doubts that this would take off?

  • Do you remember the moment when you were forced to transition from one-man-show, to a team? How did you know it was time to hire and who did you hire first?

  • What is your role in the company today?

  • Did you know that the craft beer industry was about to explode? 

Business tips.

  • What is 1 skill set or piece of advice that you started your business with, that served you well?

  • What is 1 skill set of piece of advice that you wish you knew when you started your business?

  • Has leadership & team building come naturally to you?

  • Is there a certain type of marketing effort that your team is currently focused on? What’s working now?

  • How do you find balance as an entrepreneur? What structures do you have in place that allow you to shut off when necessary?


Bracebridge Specific

  • Tell us why you love Bracebridge – what is it about this awesome little town 2 hours North of Toronto that you love?

  • What advice would you offer to someone looking to start & grow a business in a smaller town?

  • What’s your favourite location in Bracebridge: a store, nature spot or place we’d never know about


Watch our Interview on YouTube!

Connect with Brew Culture:


THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS….

 


 

Thanks to the town of Bracebridge for partnering with the Visionary Life Podcast.

Some of incredible entrepreneurs that live and work in Bracebridge are sitting down with podcast host Kelsey Reidl to share about their journey of opening their business in Bracebridge and why they love living and working here.

In this 6 episode series, you’ll hear interviews with a variety of shop owners, restaurateurs, visionary entrepreneurs and artists– there’s an interview for all to enjoy! Explore all that Bracebridge has to offer: https://www.visitthebridge.ca/


 


 

Healthy Planet Canada

With the best prices, the largest selection, and brands you won’t find anywhere else… Healthy Planet is a shopping experience that I stand behind!

This online store has been my #1 choice for natural health products, clean beauty & top quality supplements for 5+ years now.

If you want access to Visionary Health, check out Healthy Planet.

Use code visionary10 at checkout to save 10% on any online order over $49.99 by shopping at https://www.healthyplanetcanada.com/


 


Better Help.jpgBetter Help.jpg

 

Better Help.

As many of you might know, my mom passed away unexpectedly a couple of weeks ago and this has sent me down the path of navigating change, grief, and an emptiness that I’ve never quite felt before.

That’s why I’m so grateful to have a partner like Better Help, as they offer professional counseling done  securely online.

You can send a message to your counselor anytime & you’ll get timely and thoughtful responses plus you can schedule weekly  video or phone sessions . The booking system is remarkably easy and convenient.

Better Help has counsellors who specialize in… 

  • Stress 

  • Anxiety 

  • Relationships

  • Grief

  • Self-esteem 

If you’ve been thinking about finding help for some of your unique challenges, then I’m happy to share that as a listener of Visionary Life  you’ll get 10% off  your first month of Better Help by heading to https://www.betterhelp.com/visionary/




Click below to listen to the episode 👇

p.s. Whenever you’re ready, here’s how I can support you…

  1. Are you looking for Business and/or Marketing Mentorship?

    More than just a course…

    The Visionary Method™ is a complete solution to starting an Online Business!

    If there’s one thing that we know to be true after working with 250+ individuals like you, it’s that sometimes your challenges can’t be solved by another automated online course or by throwing (more) money into a Facebook Ad.

    What you actually need is Clarity, Support, Strategic Templates & above all… you need a community of awesome individuals like you, to keep you accountable.

    APPLY NOW >> https://kelseyreidl.typeform.com/to/UAxrZo


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Miranda Britton | How to Turn your Artistic Talents into a Business

Miranda Britton

Taking the Risk & Starting a Business, Doing What You Love for Work, Balancing Work & Family.


This is Miranda Britton - She is the creator and founder of Jewellery by @mirandabritton - it’s AMAZING!

This is Miranda Britton

She is the creator and founder of Jewellery by @mirandabritton – it’s AMAZING!


p.s.

Did you know that we have an entire podcast dedicated to all things Marketing?

Tune into The Marketing Hotline >>


Press Play!


Today, I’m sitting down with Miranda Britton.

Miranda Britton is an artist and jeweler that crafts Modern, minimalist pieces inspired by the natural world.

She also operates the Britton Gallery, a shop downtown Bracebridge that’s filled with fine art and jewelry.

In this episode, we chat about…

  • How she found her love of fine art, jewelry, and crafting

  • What inspired her to start sharing her art with the world vs. keeping it as a personal hobby

  • Grappling with being an artist and creator while also needing to work ON the business

  • How social media has played a role in helping her grow your business & connect with clients

  • & more!

Enjoy this episode with Miranda and be sure to follow her at:

https://www.instagram.com/mirandabritton/ 

https://mirandabritton.com

& to plan your next trip to Bracebridge, head to https://www.visitthebridge.ca/ 

👇 Click the image below to tune in to this weeks episode 🎙️


<< Click to Listen

Want to take a peek at my “Prep Notes” for the show? 👇

These are totally unedited, and give you an idea of what I do to get ready for the interview.

Intro

  • Where did you grow up & where do you live now?

  • When did you find your love of fine art, jewelry and crafting?

  • What’s the best part about running your business?

Marinda Britton / Britton Gallery

  • Tell us about your business: who do you help & what do you offer?

  • What inspired you to start sharing your art with the world vs. keeping it as a personal hobby?

  • What makes your products unique?

  • Did you ever write a “formal business plan” or did things just unfold naturally?

  • How did you find your first few customers, when you launched? How do you keep them coming back?

  • Did you ever come up against any doubts that this would take off?

Balancing the Artist with the Business Owner 

  • Did you ever struggle with the shift from artist to business owner / turning your passion into something that you would sell?

  • How do you grapple with exercising your creativity while also putting on your business owner hat, and doing admin work?

  • Every product that you craft has such a unique story – how do you communicate the story to your audience and to your customers?

Business tips.

  • What is 1 skill set or piece of advice that you started your business with, that served you well?

  • What is 1 skill set of piece of advice that you wish you knew when you started your business?

  • How do you find balance in your workweek as a busy mama and wife? What structures do you have in place that allow you to shut off when necessary?

  • How has social media played a role in helping you grow your business? Have you found your voice and a good rhythm when it comes to managing your accounts?

Bracebridge Specific

  • Tell us why you love Bracebridge – what is it about this awesome little town 2 hours North of Toronto that you love?

  • What advice would you offer to someone looking to start & grow a business in a smaller town?

  • What’s your favourite location in Bracebridge: a store, nature spot or place we’d never know about


Watch our Interview on YouTube!

Connect with Miranda:

mir@mirandabritton.com

https://mirandabritton.com

https://www.instagram.com/mirandabritton/

https://www.facebook.com/mirandabrittonjewellery


THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS….

 


 

Thanks to the town of Bracebridge for partnering with the Visionary Life Podcast.

Some of incredible entrepreneurs that live and work in Bracebridge are sitting down with podcast host Kelsey Reidl to share about their journey of opening their business in Bracebridge and why they love living and working here.

In this 6 episode series, you’ll hear interviews with a variety of shop owners, restaurateurs, visionary entrepreneurs and artists– there’s an interview for all to enjoy!

Explore all that Bracebridge has to offer: https://www.visitthebridge.ca/


 


 

Healthy Planet Canada

With the best prices, the largest selection, and brands you won’t find anywhere else… Healthy Planet is a shopping experience that I stand behind!

This online store has been my #1 choice for natural health products, clean beauty & top quality supplements for 5+ years now.

If you want access to Visionary Health, check out Healthy Planet.

Use code visionary10 at checkout to save 10% on any online order over $49.99.

https://www.healthyplanetcanada.com/




Click below to listen to the episode 👇

p.s. Whenever you’re ready, here’s how I can support you…

  1. Are you looking for Business and/or Marketing Mentorship?

    More than just a course…

    The Visionary Method™ is a complete solution to starting an Online Business!

    If there’s one thing that we know to be true after working with 250+ individuals like you, it’s that sometimes your challenges can’t be solved by another automated online course or by throwing (more) money into a Facebook Ad.

    What you actually need is Clarity, Support, Strategic Templates & above all… you need a community of awesome individuals like you, to keep you accountable.

    APPLY NOW >> https://kelseyreidl.typeform.com/to/UAxrZo