I Had 40 Employees, Millions in Profitable Revenue and Was Miserable

Is it possible for entrepreneurs to find a real balance between demanding business goals and personal well-being? In this episode, I sit down with Chris Kresser, a renowned functional medicine expert and the visionary behind Adapt Naturals. We dive into his personal transformation, detailing his shift from managing a high-stress digital training business to pursuing a lifestyle that prioritizes personal fulfillment without sacrificing professional success.

Listen as Chris shares insights on the practical application of balance in everyday life, the strategic importance of nurturing personal interests to offset work pressures, and his journey in restructuring his professional life to support his well-being. We also discuss the inception of Adapt Naturals and how he designed the business to ensure sustainable growth, minimal staffing, and alignment with his personal values.

You’ll learn:

• The importance of prioritizing health and well-being. (3:30)
• How to find balance between work and life. (10:55)
• What Chris did as a functional medicine doctor. (19:40)
• Why he decided to shut down his practice. (25:25)
• What it was like appearing on Joe Rogan’s podcast. (35:35)
• How Chris created a business that he could enjoy. (42:45)
• eCommerce growth strategies and future sustainability. (48:25)
• The benefit of having a smaller but more sustainable brand. (52:40)
• Where email marketing is landing for Chris currently. (1:02:00)
• All about Adapt Naturals. (1:05:30)

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(With your host Andrew Youderian of eCommerceFuel.com and Chris Kresser of Adapt Naturals)

What Was Mentioned

• Chris Kresser: Website
• Adapt Naturals
• Andrew Faris
• Bill D’Alessandro
• Joe Rogan
• Zipify Pages
• One Click Upsell – Increase Sales 15%+ with Pre-and Post-purchase Upsells. (On average, Shopify users increase sales 15% immediately after installing the app!)

Post by Andrew Youderian

Andrew is the founder of eCommerceFuel and has been building eCommerce businesses ever since gleefully leaving the corporate world in 2008.  Join him and 1,000+ vetted 7- and 8-figure store owners inside the eCommerceFuel Community.