Here are just a few of the benefits your business will see when you add online booking to your list of perks:<\/p>\n
Let’s clients book from everywhere<\/h2>\n
In our current climate, some clients will still be working from home, while others might be on an adjusted schedule. Not everyone will be able to register during your open hours, so here\u2019s where you can offer them the added convenience of managing their schedule on their own time. Here are a few of our expert tools that\u2019ll make online booking a breeze:<\/p>\n
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- Reserve with Google<\/a>:<\/strong> We\u2019ve partnered with Google to help you get noticed on the web. Our Reserve with Google feature<\/a> allows prospective clients to find you and book right then and there. Whether it\u2019s for your in-studio or online classes, you\u2019ll generate leads and convert them right on the spot.<\/li>\n
- Website widgets<\/a>:<\/strong> Install a widget on your website so people can book classes and appointments while they\u2019re on your site.<\/li>\n
- Facebook:<\/strong> Use social media to get more business. Install a widget on your page so clients can conveniently book classes directly from your Facebook Page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Reduces contact at front desk<\/h2>\n
Reducing contact at your reception makes it less stressful for everyone. Your staff and clients will know they\u2019re safe and that you\u2019re on the ball when you manage that part of your business well. Because online booking allows clients instant access to your business 24\/7, there\u2019s no need for them to wait at reception \u2013 they can check out your schedules, choose a class or book an appointment with just a few clicks.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll gain new clients, keep existing clients coming back and build your profits when you make online booking stress-free.<\/p>\n
Let’s you keep track of your assets<\/h2>\n
Now\u2019s the time to stay on top of your business, get a handle on your staff and clients, and maximize your resources. WellnessLiving\u2019s BOOK-A-SPOT feature<\/a> does the heavy lifting here! This handy feature makes it easy for clients to reserve their favorite spot or equipment ahead of time, so they get what they need for a top-notch experience. And because each room and piece of equipment gets is its own schedule, you\u2019ll never have to worry about double-booking again! Here are some of the great things BOOK-A-SPOT<\/a> can do for you and your clients:<\/p>\n
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- Let’s clients reserve their favorite piece of equipment like or a spin bike or treadmill at your fitness studio or blocks and straps at your yoga studio.<\/li>\n
- You can control your class size and clients can book their exact spot in your room, so you can manage capacity at your business.<\/li>\n
- Give clients the freedom to book or rent equipment from anywhere with our Achieve Client App.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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BOOK-A-SPOT lets clients reserve their favorite piece of equipment like or a spin bike or treadmill at your fitness studio. You can control your class size and clients can book their exact spot in your room, so you can manage capacity at your business.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Improves communication with staff<\/h2>\n
Simpler processes make it easier on your staff too! With WellnessLiving\u2019s Elevate Staff App<\/a>, they can access all the client info they\u2019ll ever need, from attendance history to schedules to billing info or any special notes they need. They can also book or change a client\u2019s appointment, update class availability, cancel classes, and make staff substitutions \u2013 all on the go! You can stay on top of that info too, along with your team\u2019s schedules, activities, sales data and always know where they\u2019re needed most. As a bonus, staff can then host their virtual classes or appointment, right from their mobile device!<\/p>\n
Communication and performance will improve when everyone\u2019s in sync! Make your staff a better team with the tools to take them up a notch.<\/p>\n
Helps you track and monitor attendance<\/h2>\n
Get ready for higher attendance for your virtual classes with the convenience that online booking brings! You may also need to monitor capacity in-studio<\/a>, and WellnessLiving can help you keep track of your numbers. And, when their favorite class is full, clients then get added to a waitlist. As soon as a spot opens up, they\u2019ll be instantly notified or added automatically to class so there\u2019s no extra work for you.<\/p>\n
Not only will you have full access to client history, but you can see who\u2019s registered, paid, signed their waiver, and more. And have we mentioned the data? With our software, you\u2019ll have access to info like which clients cancel most often, instructors with the highest attendance, and which classes are your money-makers!<\/p>\n
Gives you more time and energy<\/h2>\n
Add a personal touch to your client connection with automated marketing<\/a>! Keep the lines of communication open with emails, SMS, and push notifications to reach out to customers who have booked. You can also contact staff for updates, schedule changes, and class or appointment cancelations.<\/p>\n
While you\u2019re saving the time and energy to takes to do all this on your own, you\u2019ll be reducing no-shows and boosting client attendance!<\/p>\n
Booking made easy<\/h2>\n
Online booking just makes life easier! Clients can book from anywhere, anytime, so you offer them a perk you know is in demand\u2014convenience and peace of mind. Your team gets the peace of mind of knowing that they don\u2019t need to worry about busy phones or an overwhelming line at the front desk \u2013 and they can better manage their client relationships. Your business gets more organized, increases efficiency, and you stay on top of all the data you need to be the best.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ve got all the tools your business needs to get ahead! From automated marketing<\/a> to online services<\/a> to better efficiency, WellnessLiving will help manage your business. Learn more by booking a free, no-commitment demo<\/a> with\u202fWellnessLiving today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
With every industry\u2014especially fitness and yoga studios, salons and spas, and martial arts, dance, and music studios\u2014adopting a new norm thanks to COVID-19, it\u2019s more important than ever to manage your capacity like a pro. It\u2019s a struggle to keep crowds small at your front desk and maintain social distancing […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":861,"featured_media":15559,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable_featured_image":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[466],"tags":[628,2277,609,2311,2274,2276],"class_list":["post-15558","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business-management","tag-business-management","tag-expert-advice","tag-marketing","tag-mobile-apps","tag-social-media","tag-software"],"yoast_head":"\n
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- Website widgets<\/a>:<\/strong> Install a widget on your website so people can book classes and appointments while they\u2019re on your site.<\/li>\n