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73691.1
Date: 02/18/2009 09:27:15
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So my level 5 trainer is getting a little pricey. Pushing 27k a week. I'm looking for a cheaper guy. Since I work nights, I figure I'll be able to snag a guy in off-peak hours.

Not a chance.

The guy who I was looking at who was reasonable (under 20k/week) jumps from about 30k to 180k. And someone else outbid him.

I'm not sure what the break even point is, but it's far below that. And trying for a level 6 or 7 trainer is just silly.

Is it worth it or should I just ratchet back to level 4? Prices are outrageous!

From: Plotts

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73691.2 in reply to 73691.1
Date: 02/18/2009 10:04:29
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It's pretty bad. Personally, I think prices will stay high for a while. I plan on holding on to my level 5 until it is no longer financially viable. i.e. his price per week is more for a season than money down and a cheaper price per week trainer.

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73691.3 in reply to 73691.1
Date: 02/18/2009 12:35:06
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I'm in the same boat. I can't believe the demand for Level 5s is so great because they are still in high supply. Oh well. I'll keep my guy who is pushing $34K per week!!

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73691.4 in reply to 73691.3
Date: 02/18/2009 13:22:45
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See, now that's costing you around 264-320k more a season. So if you can pay 250k for a guy who's anywhere from 17-22k then you'll save money next year.

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73691.6 in reply to 73691.4
Date: 02/18/2009 17:42:57
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well i dont think you are that good at math. having a coach that earns 30k per week at the end of season means that you will loose 160k per season (if you had an 20k/week coach). So unless you pay for that guy less then 160k then its worth it. In case of the guy that you commented on its 16x14k so its less then 224k and thats not even near
costing you around 264-320k more a season
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Thinking doesn't hurt.
Cheers

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73691.7 in reply to 73691.6
Date: 02/18/2009 17:57:52
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Thinking doesn't hurt.



I always wonder why people insert unnecessary snide remarks when they post in the forums. People may miscalculate or believe something that isn't true but there is just no need for slating them it and it actually makes reading the forums feel like i'm back in high school.

I don't mean to single matod out and it's by no means a 'select few' that write these things but honestly. Come on...

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73691.8 in reply to 73691.7
Date: 02/18/2009 18:27:20
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I agree wholeheartedly with Calum here. Nearly all of us have miscalculated or simply been a little confused about various BB "stuff." There are many brand new managers, with more starting every day, who need to know that the BB community is helpful and courteous...Pappy

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73691.10 in reply to 73691.6
Date: 02/19/2009 01:20:10
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Your math isn't quite right either: if your current trainer earns 30k a week, and you replace him with a 20k a week one, the savings will be about 130k over the next 14 weeks: you'll pay about 160k (assuming we are talking about both lvl. 5's) less in weekly salary, but your old trainer wants 30k extra when you sack him..

I hope this helps you plan when to replace your current trainer.
Cheers

Last edited by Thijs at 02/19/2009 01:29:10

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73691.11 in reply to 73691.10
Date: 02/19/2009 01:47:30
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Your math isn't quite right either: if your current trainer earns 30k a week, and you replace him with a 20k a week one, the savings will be about 130k over the next 14 weeks: you'll pay about 160k (assuming we are talking about both lvl. 5's) less in weekly salary, but your old trainer wants 30k extra when you sack him..

I hope this helps you plan when to replace your current trainer.
Cheers



and the 2% growth differential a week on $20k vs $30k will add a little more as well ;-) or is that take off a little more?? perhaps someone can clarify.. do 2 negatives = a positve??!!

Last edited by Superfly Guy at 02/19/2009 01:48:15