Rip is one convincing guy. You all know this. 4 years ago Rip was going on about how good the market is in Dallas and how I need to leave that "shit-hole of an island, Manhattan". Rip Voice: "Brent, *snort* it's an ISLAND. What do you think is going to happen when WWIII hits and the power grid shuts down?! How long before you guys start eating each other? Fahve days...?"
Fast forward 4 years and I've left my well paying salaried job on Manhattan and moved back to my home state. Rip is rarely wrong and this was no exception. I am back in the great state of Texas and positioned to open up 3 gyms in the DFW area. I am thrilled (and also slightly nauseous) at the prospect. I know I have a lot to learn but the support from Rip, Stef, Nick, Ray, Jen, Ben, David, and the rest of the franchise HQ has been monumental.
Our first location has a lease signed and pre-sales are live. Within the first 30min to an hour we had 4 sign ups. I've been making calls and emails and genuinely enjoying touching base with our DFW fanbase. We've got a mailing list if you are interested in getting updates; you can also follow us on social media for cute puppy pictures and gym buildout photos. @startingstrengthdallas • Instagram photos and videos
As the first SSC/ Area Developer I think we are going to be in for a fun ride!
If you are in the Dallas area and are interested you can get more info and sign up here: Starting Strength Dallas
I'll keep you guys posted on progress and challenges along the way.
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