---
title: Pike13 Blog - Business Tips & News | Travis Isaacs
description: Advice for fitness, wellness, and other instruction-based business owners. Actionable marketing tips & the latest fitness industry news. Subscribe to our blog to stay updated!
---
###### Explore our blog
## The Pike13 Perspective
#### Actionable tips, smart strategies, industry trends, and personalized insights for your business.
Business Advisor
### [Funding 101 Webinar recap](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/funding-101-webinar-recap/)
During this Funding 101 Webinar you'll learn about your options, see how you can get help, and make the next step to growing your business.
Travis Isaacs Dec 16, 2015
Product Updates
### [Add availability or block your calendar with just a few taps](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/add-availability-or-block-your-calendar-with-just-a-few-taps/)
Add availability or block your calendar with just a few taps
Travis Isaacs May 29, 2014
Pike13 Pro Tips
### [Take control over your cover photo](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/take-control-over-your-cover-photo/)
Take control over your cover photo
Travis Isaacs Mar 27, 2014
Product Updates
### [Coming Soon: Better Appointment Booking](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/coming-soon-better-appointment-booking/)
Coming Soon: Better Appointment Booking
Travis Isaacs Mar 11, 2014
Product Updates
### [Communication, simplified.](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/and-now-starring-notes-in-pike13)
And now...starring notes in Pike13
Travis Isaacs Feb 4, 2014
Product Updates
### [Client and staff profiles are getting a makeover](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/client-and-staff-profiles-are-getting-a-makeover/)
Client and staff profiles are getting a makeover
Travis Isaacs Jan 17, 2014
Product Updates
### [Streamlining how you manage class times](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/streamlining-how-you-manage-class-times/)
Streamlining how you manage class times
Travis Isaacs Dec 23, 2013
Product Updates
### [Better notification settings and email previews!](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/better-notification-settings-email-previews-and-help/)
Better notification settings and email previews!
Travis Isaacs Dec 16, 2013
Product Updates
### [Update on the Pike13 iOS Staff App](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/update-on-front-desk-ios-staff-app/)
Update on Front Desk iOS Staff App
Travis Isaacs Dec 3, 2013
Product Updates
### [Changes to client registration and custom fields](https://learn.pike13.com/blog/changes-to-client-registration-and-custom-fields/)
Changes to client registration and custom fields
Travis Isaacs Nov 4, 2013
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## The Pike13 Perspective
**Insights, Advice, and Inspiration**
At Pike13, we celebrate, support, and empower the passionate individuals behind the businesses that inspire us every day.
Client-focused businesses are our specialty. From fitness studios to tutoring centers, our blog is your trusted source for heartfelt advice, inspiring success stories, and expert tips to make managing your business easier and more rewarding. Whether you’re chasing big goals or appreciating small wins, we’re sharing insights and tools to help you grow with confidence.
Let’s navigate the journey of business ownership together—because your passion is what drives everything we do.
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```