๐ Help Doc: Post-Close Process After the Conversion Meeting
Once a prospect commits during the conversion meeting and signs their 12-month agreement, itโs essential to reinforce their excitement and lock in retention momentum. This help doc outlines the exact steps to take immediately after the client closes, to elevate the experience, build community, and generate referrals.
โ Step-by-Step Post-Close Checklist
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Congratulate Them
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Celebrate their decision and reinforce their commitment.
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Use phrases like: โCongratulations on investing in your future self!โ
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Show genuine excitement to anchor the emotional high of the sale.
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Take a Selfie ๐ธ
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Snap a selfie with the new member.
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Post it in your Trainerize group, Facebook group, or on your gymโs Instagram/Facebook page.
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Caption ideas:
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โShoutout to [Client Name] for committing to the next level ๐ช๐ฅโ
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โ12 months to a whole new you โ letโs go!โ
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Give Them Swag ๐ (if available)
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Hand them a branded T-shirt, water bottle, towel, or other gym swag.
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This builds belonging and gives them a โbadgeโ of their commitment.
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Schedule Their Final Weigh-Out ๐
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Book their Week 6 Final Check-In right away.
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Add it to your calendar and confirm it with the client via SMS or email.
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Ask for a Referral ๐งโ๐คโ๐ง
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Ask confidently while their motivation is high:
โWho else in your life could benefit from this kind of transformation?โ
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Let them know you'll cover how to refer someone in the next step.
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You can also plant the seed by saying:
โWe find our best clients come from great clients like you.โ
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๐ Why This Matters
The post-close sequence isn't just a formality โ it's part of your conversion system.
Each action:
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Reinforces buyer satisfaction
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Builds social proof
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Increases community engagement
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Opens the door to referral opportunities
๐ Linked Resources
๐ค Who Should Use This?
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Gym Owners
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Sales Staff
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Client Success Coaches
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Front Desk Teams