Law School Dropout to Fitness Mogul with John Heringer

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Today on the Heart-Led Business Show, I sit down with John Heringer, founder of Method3 Fitness, to dive into his 20+ year journey of building a community that leads with heart. From starting at a local gym to leading a team of 17 and serving nearly 600 clients, John shares his lessons on relationships, leadership, and balancing purpose with profitability. His story is full of insights that any business owner or entrepreneur can apply.

Whether you’re a fitness professional, entrepreneur, or business leader, John’s insights prove that leading with heart is not only possible—it’s the secret to lasting impact and business success.

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📌Key Takeaways
✔️Why John ditched law school dreams for dumbbells
✔️The power of relationships in building a fitness business that lasts
✔️How Method3 Fitness keeps clients for nearly 4 years
✔️Creating a team culture that feels more like family than staff
✔️Balancing heart-led values with cold, hard cash, and thriving while doing it

📌About the Guest
John Heringer is a fitness industry veteran with over 20 years of experience. He founded and runs Method3 Fitness, working with 17 professionals and nearly 600 clients. Formerly the owner of two franchise locations, he now focuses on growing Method3 and spending quality time with his wife, Sara, and their three sons, Jaxson, Brennan, and Rylan.

📌Additional Resources
👉Website: https://www./method3fitness.com
👉Email: [e-mail]
👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jheringer
👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/method3fitness
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/method3fitness
👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHZixs_RnBaBkmROoa6-cpw?

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