Genie was working as a sales consultant at Boston Sports Club, and one Friday evening, she found herself stationed at the front desk. That’s when Corey walked in, striking up a casual conversation with her. As they chatted, Genie opened up about how overwhelmed she felt in her first sales consulting role. Corey, with an encouraging smile, recommended a book he thought might help her navigate the challenges. Intrigued, Genie didn’t hesitate—she ordered a hard copy, devoured it from cover to cover, and eagerly awaited Corey’s next visit to the gym to discuss it. But life had its way of keeping them apart. Weeks turned into a month or two, with Corey pouring long hours into pursuing his career, while Genie balanced school and late-night shifts. Finally, in the summer of 2015, Corey gathered the courage to ask Genie to contact him. At first, she brushed it off. But Corey wasn’t one to give up—he returned the very next day, determined to follow up. His persistence struck a chord with Genie, and she decided to take a chance. Their first date was the beginning of something special. From that point on, they became inseparable, spending every weekend together. Their love story blossomed, sparked by a little persistence, a thoughtful recommendation, and a connection forged at the front desk of a gym.