By Jonathan Angelilli
Hi everyone! In this quick video I am going to explain how to get a job in a gym, so that you can start building your personal training business. These techniques are tried and true, and are what I used when I first started.
Most trainers get their start in a gym, because it provides structure, clients, experience and job training. I get a lot of emails and questions from my private coaching clients about resumes! The resume is only important for getting you an interview, much more important is the interview itself.
Personality in the interview is critical, show that you are positive, energetic, and willing to learn and work hard. That is what the manager or fitness director cares about most, because personality equals sales. You can't teach personality, but you can teach exercise science, and the directors and managers know that.
Also, be sure to look the part, dress like a trainer who makes $200 an hour, train yourself to be in the best shape possible, and make sure your hygiene is impeccable (hair cut, shaved, nails cut, smelling like roses, etc). Personal training is an intimate personal service and you will be in people's private space, you need to attract people not repel them, starting with the director first and then clients after.
If you know you want to work at a particular gym, and they don't want to hire you, workout their a lot, keep getting in better shape, and make friends with as many employees, trainers, and members as possible. It is only a matter of time before they offer you a job. Be sure to find out what certifications the director thinks is best, then get that certification and let them know when you pass the exam!
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