About the Guest(s):
Jeffrey, affectionately referred to as Jeff in the podcast, is the CEO and founder of e2M Fitness, a virtual fitness program that offers personalized training and nutrition guidance. With a vision to transform lives through fitness and a focus on creating a strong community aspect to his program, Jeff has grown e2M Fitness to serve over 200,000 clients. Additionally, he oversees related initiatives such as Eager to Run and a premium program, emphasizing comprehensive approaches to fitness, nutrition, and well-being.
Episode Summary:
In an engaging and candid discussion on “The Bad Podcast,” hosts Dawain and Brad welcome their special guest, Jeffrey, to dive into the importance of starting journeys toward personal and professional greatness. The episode provides an intimate look at how challenges and beginnings can set the stage for future success.
Throughout their conversation, the trio touches upon the significance of taking that first step in any endeavor, whether it’s entrepreneurship, personal fitness, or pursuing dreams. Jeffrey shares his personal story, revealing his path from receiving zero clients as a personal trainer to achieving monumental success with e2M Fitness. He advocates for the power of persistence, the importance of turning failures into lessons, and the crucial nature of health as the ultimate investment in one’s future.
Key Takeaways:
- Greatness begins at the start line, highlighting the importance of initiating action toward your goals.
- Persistence and resilience are key to overcoming early setbacks in entrepreneurship and personal endeavors.
- Personal health and fitness are not just about aesthetics but are crucial for longevity and quality of life.
- Real success aligns with one’s talents and strengths, and may not always be where initially expected.
- Knowing and addressing your health status is vital; being proactive can ensure that one is ready for any health-related challenges that arise.
Notable Quotes:
- “Somebody else is starting. They’re doing it. And so a lot of times you have to believe in yourself and you have to do it when nobody else around you believes you could do it.” – Jeff
- “You got to know your skills and attributes. You got to know what you’re best at.” – Jeff
- “I find it a little bit ironic that if I tell you this pandemic could kill you, people put on masks… but when I tell you that’s not even the biggest risk of killing you, are you taking the same precautions for heart disease?” – Jeff
- “You got to set that time aside to take care of your health, and you got to see the importance of it.” – Jeff
