One of the common questions people looking into buying a fitness franchise have is whether they can run it remotely.In this episode, Rick is joined by Casey Kelley, who is a consistent top performer in Alloy's franchise system.He has mastered the art of managing a top-performing gym three hours from home and is here to share some of the lessons he has picked along the way.To effectively manage a franchise remotely, you'll require a pretty good understanding of key metrics and the ability to make data-driven decisions.Another important point is building a culture of support within the business hierarchy, where leaders support managers, who in turn support their teams, ensuring clients receive excellent service.Rick and Casey also discuss the challenges and solutions in hiring the right people, maintaining accountability, and creating opportunities for growth within the business.Tune in to learn about Casey's strategic vision for scaling his business, his innovative management techniques, and the exciting future he envisions for his franchise.Key TakeawaysIntro (00:00)Importance of support culture (02:27)Casey’s transition from engineering to fitness (06:08)Managing a business remotely (11:09)Key metrics and dashboard insights (15:44)Future growth plans (18:48)Importance of vision for employee growth (21:29)Learning and adapting through different business phases (24:04)Additional Resources- Alloy Personal Training- Learn About The Alloy Franchise Opportunity---------You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts.If you haven’t already, please rate and review the podcast on  Apple Podcasts!