023 Wellness & The Power of IRL Connection

"Take up space. That’s one of my favorite phrases to say: get bigger and take up space."

In a world dominated by digital filters and survival-mode social media, what does it actually take to create a lasting human experience? In this episode, Laura Munkholm sits down with industry "shining light" and brand consultant Zack to discuss his 60+ city tour of boutique fitness studios. Zack pulls back the curtain on the "tremendous disconnect" between studio owners and their teams, the pitfalls of hiring your best friends, and why your gut feeling in the first 15 seconds of entering a space is usually right. Whether you're a studio owner struggling to pay rent or an instructor feeling unheard, Zack’s "tough love" approach offers a roadmap for reconnecting with your why and learning to truly take up space.