Make sure you drink the Kool-Aid and learn to play politics - General Manager Equinox Employee Review

3.0
3 Mar 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- You will meet wonderful people, both members and staff - Complimentary membership - You will make money if you over perform - Always tons of members with lots and lots of extra money to blow - Personal Training is backed by science (easy sell)

Cons

- Typical corporate politics - Many of the manager's are unhealthy, unfit, and out of shape - Low pay depending on the role - The culture can attract some pretty low conscious people both on the staff and especially on the member side. As I said above though, the good outweighs the bad, just don't take it personally. Many of the people who work out here are so insecure, it's actually very sad. - Clothing in the shop costs more than buying in the stores themselves, i.e.. Lululemon

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Cons

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Pros

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Cons

Sales quotas can be aggressive, and there is constant pressure to hit monthly targets regardless of market conditions. Success often depends heavily on club traffic, lead quality, and location, which can make performance feel inconsistent. Long hours and weekend availability are frequently expected, especially during promotional periods and month-end pushes. Compensation can fluctuate significantly if sales goals are missed. Management styles vary greatly by club; some locations offer strong support while others can be highly numbers-driven. Administrative tasks and CRM follow-up can become repetitive and take time away from building member relationships. High turnover among advisors can create additional workload for remaining team members. Advancement opportunities exist but can be competitive and sometimes unclear. The focus on sales metrics can occasionally overshadow the hospitality and member experience aspects of the role. Corporate initiatives and promotions can change frequently, requiring advisors to quickly adapt messaging and sales strategies

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