Alex thinks the word “Item Draw” to access the item draw screen. A holographic image appears in front of his eyes, displaying a roulette wheel of categories available for him to draw.
The categories on the roulette wheel include:
1. Exercise Equipment
2. Supplements
3. Sports Clothing
4. Fitness Accessories
5. Fitness Technology
Zara’s voice echoes in Alex’s mind once again. [To use your item draws, simply think the category you would like to draw from and the system will randomly select a product for you. Keep in mind that rare and advanced items have a lower probability of being drawn. At store level 1 the probabilities are as follows:
Common – 64%
Uncommon – 30%
Rare – 5%
Legendary – 1%
As your store levels up the chance of drawing higher rarity products will increase as well as possibly unlocking higher tier of rarity items.]
Nodding his head in understanding, Alex looks at his status screen again to see what products he currently has access to. He currently has access to 1 basic treadmill, 1 basic weight bench, 1 basic dumbbell set, and protein powder. Alex decides that he could probably use some more exercise equipment to get his fitness center going and decides to draw 3 times from this category.
Alex focuses on the category of exercise equipment on the roulette wheel and the holographic image begins to spin. As the wheel slows down, Alex watches with anticipation until it finally comes to a stop on the category of “Weighted Resistance Bands – Common”.
Excited about his first draw, Alex thinks to himself, “Great, I have some basic equipment to get started, now I have some resistance bands too! These will be great for providing additional resistance during exercises and will help my clients build muscle and strength.”
Alex decides to try his luck again and focuses on the category of exercise equipment once more. As the wheel spins, he crosses his fingers, hoping to get something even better than the resistance bands. The wheel slows down and eventually lands on the category of “Jump Rope – Uncommon”.
“Nice!” Alex exclaims to himself, “Jump ropes are a classic workout tool that can help improve agility and endurance. And being an uncommon item, it might attract some customers looking for something unique.”
Feeling lucky, Alex decides to use his third item draw on the same category. He focuses his mind on the image of the exercise equipment category and watches as the wheel spins once more. After a few moments, the wheel comes to a stop on the category of “Elliptical Machine – Rare”.
“Wow, a rare item! That’s amazing!” Alex can barely contain his excitement. “An elliptical machine is a popular piece of cardio equipment and having one in my fitness center could really draw in customers. I can’t wait to see how it looks and how it performs!”
With three new items to add to his fitness center, Alex is feeling more confident than ever about his decision to focus on the Fitness and Sports product line. He feels satisfied with the equipment draws and the overall offerings of his future fitness shop. With two item draws left Alex decides to draw once from the Fitness Technology branch.
Excited to see what he can get from the Fitness Technology category, Alex focuses his mind on the category and watches as the roulette wheel begins to spin. After a few moments, the wheel comes to a stop on the category of “AI Fitness Instructor – Rare”.
“An AI fitness instructor? That’s incredible!” Alex exclaims, impressed by the advanced technology. “This will be a great addition to my fitness center and provide customers with personalized workout plans and guidance. Zara, how does this AI Fitness Instructor work?”
Zara’s voice echoes in Alex’s mind. [The AI Fitness Instructor is an advanced technology that uses artificial intelligence to provide customized workout plans and guidance to customers. It comes in the form of a sleek, compact device that can be easily mounted on the wall or placed on a stand. The device has a screen that displays workout instructions, personalized metrics, and virtual trainers who guide customers through exercises. The AI Fitness Instructor also comes with a mobile app that customers can use to track their progress, set fitness goals, and receive feedback from the virtual trainers. As a rare item, it’s a great addition to your fitness center and is sure to attract customers.]
“That sounds amazing, Zara! I can’t wait to see it in action. Thank you for the explanation,” Alex replies, feeling even more excited about his fitness center’s potential.
With one item draw left, Alex thinks carefully about what category to choose. He realizes that he has already received some great items and wants to make sure he gets something that will complement his current offerings.
After some consideration, Alex decides to draw from the Fitness Accessories category. He focuses his mind on the category and watches as the roulette wheel begins to spin. As it slows down, he watches with anticipation until it finally comes to a stop on the category of “Foam Roller – Uncommon”.
“A foam roller! That’s perfect!” Alex exclaims, feeling satisfied with his final item draw. “Foam rollers are a great accessory for recovery and stretching after workouts. This will be a great addition to my fitness center and show customers that I care about their overall health and wellness.”
With his five item draws completed, Alex feels confident in the variety and quality of products he has acquired for his fitness center. He can’t wait to set everything up and start attracting customers to his new business.
“Zara can you display my current inventory items?” Alex asks.
Zara responds, [Of course, Alex. Here are the items you currently have in your inventory:]
Basic Treadmill – Common
Basic Weight Bench – Common
Basic Dumbbell Set – Common
Protein Powder – Common
Weighted Resistance Bands – Common
Jump Rope – Uncommon
Foam Roller – Uncommon
Elliptical Machine – Rare
AI Fitness Instructor – Rare
“Is there anything else you would like to know or do, Alex?” Zara asks.
Alex ponders for a moment, “Zara, what are the options for designing the layout of the fitness shop and placing my current equipment? To be totally honest, interior design has never been a strength of mine.”
Zara responds, [No worries, Alex. Our system provides a feature that allows you to design the layout of your fitness shop with ease. You can choose from a variety of templates or create a custom layout. Once you have selected a template or created your own, you can place your current equipment and any future equipment you obtain into the design. The system will provide suggestions for the best placement of the equipment based on factors such as spacing, visibility, and accessibility. Additionally, you can customize the color scheme and decor of your fitness shop to create a unique and welcoming environment for your customers.]
“Thanks, Zara. That’s very helpful,” Alex responds with gratitude. “I’ll definitely look into that feature when I’m ready to start designing the layout of my fitness shop. Are there any other features or tools that I should know about to help me manage my fitness center?”
Zara replies, [Yes, there are several features and tools available to help you manage your fitness center. One of the most important is the customer management system. This system allows you to track customer data, such as their contact information, fitness goals, and workout history. You can use this information to personalize their workout plans and provide better customer service.
Another useful tool is the inventory management system, which allows you to keep track of your equipment and other inventory items, such as supplements and sports clothing. This system can help you stay organized and ensure that you always have the necessary items in stock.
You can also use our marketing and promotion tools to attract new customers and retain existing ones. These tools include email marketing campaigns, social media integration, and loyalty programs.
Finally, our analytics and reporting tools can help you track the performance of your fitness center, including sales data, customer feedback, and employee performance metrics. This information can help you make data-driven decisions to improve your business.]
“Wow, there are a lot of tools and features available to help me manage my fitness center. Thanks for the information, Zara,” Alex says with a nod. “I’ll definitely be taking advantage of those tools to ensure the success of my business.”
Alex thinks to himself, “If I’m going to be renovating the store, I’ll need to convince mom to leave for a couple of days to hide the system. Maybe this is a good time for her to visit Aunt Sally. It would be good for her to be together with her sister for a bit now that dad’s gone.”
It’s already late at night so Alex decides to go to sleep and convince his mother to take a short vacation the next morning.
Tuesday February 28th, 2023
Alex wakes up early the next morning feeling refreshed and energized. He heads to the kitchen where his mother is already up making breakfast.
“Good morning, mom,” Alex greets her with a smile.
“Good morning, Alex. Did you sleep well?” his mother asks.
“I did, thanks. Mom, I was thinking last night that it would be good for you to take a short vacation to visit Aunt Sally. You haven’t seen her in a while, and it would be good for you to spend some time together.”
His mother looks at him with surprise. “Are you sure, Alex? What about the store? Who will take care of it?”
“Don’t worry, mom. I’ve got it covered. I’m sure you know that I’ve never been interested in the restaurant industry so I’ve decided to use the money I’ve saved up while working at college to renovate downstairs and open a brand new fitness center!” exclaimed Alex.
His mother’s eyes widen in surprise. “A fitness center? That’s a big change, Alex. Are you sure you want to do this?”
Alex nods confidently. “Yes, mom. I’ve been doing a lot of research and I think this is a great opportunity for me. I have a plan, and I think it can be really successful. But I’ll need your help with something.”
“What do you need, Alex?” his mother asks, looking at him curiously.
“I need you to take a short vacation to visit Aunt Sally. I need to renovate the downstairs area and I don’t want you to see it until it’s completely finished. I want it to be a surprise for you.”
His mother looks at him with a mixture of surprise and curiosity. “Okay, Alex. I trust you. I’ll go visit Aunt Sally for a few days. Just promise me that you’ll take care of yourself and not work too hard, okay?”
Alex nods with a smile. “I promise, mom. I’ll take care of everything. You just enjoy your time with Aunt Sally.”
“Mom, I plan to close the store for the next three days and have the grand re-opening on Saturday. I’ll contact all of the restaurant staff to let them know they won’t be working here anymore so you don’t have to worry about it at all.” said Alex.
His mother looks at him with a mix of surprise and concern. “Alex, are you sure about this? Opening a fitness center is a big step and requires a lot of work and investment. And what about the restaurant staff? Have you thought about their livelihoods?”
Alex nods confidently. “Yes, mom, I’m sure about this. I’ve done my research, and I believe there’s a demand for a fitness center in this area. As for the restaurant staff, I’ve thought about that too. I plan to offer them a severance package to help them during the transition. Honestly, with the way the restaurant is going, we can’t afford to keep most of them on anyways. I’m sure that they’ve already noticed things aren’t going well.”
His mother takes a deep breath and looks at him with pride. “Okay, Alex. I trust your judgement. I’ll pack my bags and head to Aunt Sally’s tomorrow. I’ll be back Friday evening, just in time for the grand re-opening.”
Alex hugs his mother with gratitude. “Thank you, mom. You won’t regret it, I promise.”
With his mother’s blessing and support, Alex feels even more determined to make his fitness center a success. He spends the rest of the day with experimenting with the renovation in the system and trying different layouts and designs to see what the system is capable of.
Before going to sleep that night, Alex remembers that he had promised to call Kaitlyn and let her know about his plans for the fitness center.
He picks up his phone and dials Kaitlyn’s number. After a few rings, she answers.
“Hey, Alex! What’s up?” Kaitlyn greets him cheerfully.
“Hey, Kaitlyn. I just wanted to let you know that I’ve decided to turn the restaurant into a fitness center. I’m going to renovate downstairs and open up the fitness center in a few days,” Alex explains.
“Wow, that’s great news, Alex! I’m so happy for you. Unfortunately, I’m going to be busy with school and won’t be able to make it to the grand re-opening, but I wish you all the best,” Kaitlyn replies with a hint of disappointment in her voice.
“That’s okay, Kaitlyn. I understand. Thanks for your support, though. I really appreciate it,” Alex replies.
“No problem, Alex. You’re always welcome. Let me know if there’s anything else I can do to help,” Kaitlyn offers.
“Will do, Kaitlyn. Thanks again,” Alex says with a smile.
After saying goodbye, Alex hangs up the phone and goes to bed, feeling grateful for Kaitlyn’s support and excited about the new chapter he’s about to embark on with the fitness center.
