Schoolownertalk.com With Allie Alberigo And Duane Brumitt

437 | Interview with John Geyston — Relationships, Retention, and Staying Fulfilled as a School Owner Podcast Description Episode 437 is a wide-ranging conversation with Master John Geyston—a longtime friend of Allie’s and a school owner who’s built and operated multiple locations over decades. Duane and Allie dig into what keeps John motivated at 63, what’s changed about leadership and mentorship in a distracted world, and the simple business fundamentals John believes every school owner has to nail. They also get real about how different markets require different models. John compares his long-established Illinois school to his newer Tampa location, explaining why retention, scheduling, traffic patterns, and even family behavior can look totally different depending on where you are. Finally, John shares how he’s expanding his impact beyond the mat through his kids’ book Embrace Your Awesome, an upcoming illustrated book, and a parent-focused online program—plus where school owners can find him a