As part of your overall health club marketing strategy, thank you cards are simply one of the best ways to get prospects to come to you. Nearly all of your competitors are not capitalizing on this incredibly easy, yet seldom used form of health club marketing. Write thank you notes to guests, new members, old members, associates, and employees.
For every person who visits your facility, follow up with a thank you note. Whether they become members or not, they should receive a thank you note in their mailbox or email box within 48 hours. Obviously, this emphasizes the importance of gathering addresses and email addresses on a guest register. An example of a guest thank you note would be, "It was great to meet with you today. I sincerely hope you will think of becoming a member. I know you will love it here! When youre ready, just come in or call me at 555-555-5555."
Even those people you know wont be returning and feel it may be a wasting your time, you will be very delighted by the number of those people who will respond positively to a note expressing your thanks. I know this is hard to do, but it is very necessary. They will be checking out other fitness competitors in the area as well and will probably need several days to contemplate before choosing. How many thank you notes do you think they will get during those days of considering? Only one...Yours! Right after the presentation is finished mail a thank you note, ideally on the same day. Have the note say only your thanks. Do not try to resell them in the thank you note. Tell them that you are there if needed and include your contact number and email address.
All of your new members should be receiving a thank you note right after signing up too as part of your health club marketing plan. Your note to new members can say, Thank you for becoming our newest member! If we can do anything to help you to reach your fitness goals please don't hesitate to ask. Included you will find a couple of day passes for your friends. We will be happy to give you a free month of your membership for each friend you refer to us! Thanks again!
Your current members want to feel special too so do not limit thank you notes to only your prospects and new members, especially since they are the ones who are paying your bills. All of your members should be sent a letter of thanks at least once every six months. Something straight to the point such as Just a quick Thank You for being our member! Without you we would not exist and we honestly appreciate your choice to continue to be a part of our family. If you need any help in reaching your fitness goals, please do not hesitate to let us know. If you like, you can also mention a gift. Don't forget to see the front desk to sign up for our email newsletter and receive a free water bottle!
And last but not least, do not forget to thank your employees, business partners, and area retailers; anyone who has offered help with your promotions, or anyone who has referred you members to improve your business. It shows good character. When was the last time an associate or boss sent you a thank you note? The answer is might possibly be never. When you sending a note of thanks by mail or email to one of your associates or employees, it is remembered for a long time. So send a quick thank you to all of your employees, regardless of how much they may tease you for being a softy, deep down they will feel special. The same goes for anyone in your community who often goes above and beyond in helping you build your business.
Get into the habit of sending thank you notes and you will work your way into the hearts and minds of your prospects, members, and everyone else who your fitness business relies on!
For every person who visits your facility, follow up with a thank you note. Whether they become members or not, they should receive a thank you note in their mailbox or email box within 48 hours. Obviously, this emphasizes the importance of gathering addresses and email addresses on a guest register. An example of a guest thank you note would be, "It was great to meet with you today. I sincerely hope you will think of becoming a member. I know you will love it here! When youre ready, just come in or call me at 555-555-5555."
Even those people you know wont be returning and feel it may be a wasting your time, you will be very delighted by the number of those people who will respond positively to a note expressing your thanks. I know this is hard to do, but it is very necessary. They will be checking out other fitness competitors in the area as well and will probably need several days to contemplate before choosing. How many thank you notes do you think they will get during those days of considering? Only one...Yours! Right after the presentation is finished mail a thank you note, ideally on the same day. Have the note say only your thanks. Do not try to resell them in the thank you note. Tell them that you are there if needed and include your contact number and email address.
All of your new members should be receiving a thank you note right after signing up too as part of your health club marketing plan. Your note to new members can say, Thank you for becoming our newest member! If we can do anything to help you to reach your fitness goals please don't hesitate to ask. Included you will find a couple of day passes for your friends. We will be happy to give you a free month of your membership for each friend you refer to us! Thanks again!
Your current members want to feel special too so do not limit thank you notes to only your prospects and new members, especially since they are the ones who are paying your bills. All of your members should be sent a letter of thanks at least once every six months. Something straight to the point such as Just a quick Thank You for being our member! Without you we would not exist and we honestly appreciate your choice to continue to be a part of our family. If you need any help in reaching your fitness goals, please do not hesitate to let us know. If you like, you can also mention a gift. Don't forget to see the front desk to sign up for our email newsletter and receive a free water bottle!
And last but not least, do not forget to thank your employees, business partners, and area retailers; anyone who has offered help with your promotions, or anyone who has referred you members to improve your business. It shows good character. When was the last time an associate or boss sent you a thank you note? The answer is might possibly be never. When you sending a note of thanks by mail or email to one of your associates or employees, it is remembered for a long time. So send a quick thank you to all of your employees, regardless of how much they may tease you for being a softy, deep down they will feel special. The same goes for anyone in your community who often goes above and beyond in helping you build your business.
Get into the habit of sending thank you notes and you will work your way into the hearts and minds of your prospects, members, and everyone else who your fitness business relies on!
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