PIVOTING TO A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
I started my wellness business so I could follow my passion and make a difference. I want to empower clients to love themselves while making healthier choices, hence the introduction of our nutritious, convenient, and delicious KFS Rx meals and spices.
Three years ago, we rebranded our business from a BBQ smokehouse to healthier meal choices that we call KFS Rx Meals Goals: helping health-conscious individuals prevent illness. Our products have reached customers across Alberta and Canada (available on Amazon), through word of mouth, Google Reviews, and various events. In 5 years, we want to see KFS Rx Meals all across Canada and the world. In 10 years, we aim to be one of Canada’s major franchises.
As the co-founder of KFS Rx Meals and founder of Breakers Health, a weight management, medical consultancy, speaking, and lifestyle coaching consultancy, my advice to someone starting a business is to create a sound business plan, outline your goals, come up with strategies and financial projections, build a strong team, and above all, use failure as a learning opportunity.
Acknowledge your fears and doubts, and accept them as part of a growth mindset, but also seek out mentors who can help you. Being an entrepreneur means dealing with the unknown and unpredictable, and a mentor can help navigate these challenges. Compliance, legal, and regulatory requirements can often be the hardest part of running your business.
Long-term success requires self-compassion. Treat yourself with love and kindness by following a routine of self-care. Mine includes prayer and meditation each morning, alone then with my family members for spiritual endurance, cardio and weightlifting for physical endurance, plenty of sleep and healthy food for physical maintenance, and adding three things to my gratitude journal each day for emotional and mental endurance.
While all these tips are essential for a healthy entrepreneur, it is also crucial to manage your time and balance work and personal life. Always remember the spark of passion, creativity, and vision that drove you to bring new ideas and innovations to your customers and your community. With integrity, honesty, and strategic thinking, you can pivot and create the business—and lifestyle—of your dreams.
Dr. Yvonne Kangong
@drkangong (LinkedIn); Yvonne Kangong (Facebook)
Breakers Health: www.breakershealth.com
drkangong@breakershealth.com
KFS Rx Meals: www.kfsrxmeals.com
111, 2845 23 St. NE Calgary
403-719-5644
