This was a 20-30 minute presentation to approximately 30 participants that discussed how the entrepreneur can become more physically and financially successful through exercise and healthy living.
2. You’re BUSY….. ..with a seemingly never ending list of tasks to complete everyday ..with handling your personal and professional relationships ..with dealing with employees and /or investors ..and much much more
3. You’re so busy you can forget about yourself It is very easy to let happen, but it can be a very dangerous pattern for both your health and business The good news is that IT IS NEVER TOO LATE to start a new pattern that includes regular exercise
5. Common Barriers to Regular Exercise Routines There are many different types of exercise activities that require little, if any, financial investment
6. Barriers continued.. To achieve health benefits we should aim for a minimum of 30 minutes on most days of the week. Breaking this up into 3 ten minute sessions is a good start
7. Barriers continued.. Exercise can be a very social activity and can help your networking. Also, by participating in social events (Sun Run) you can get yourself in the public eye
8. Ways Exercise Can Help You Save Money -Reduce number of visits to chiropractors, massage therapists, and other related professionals -Healthy living inspires healthy practices so you’ll be less likely to spend money on unhealthy snack foods and products -Less money spent on fad exercise videos, diets, and equipment -Decreased time away from work due to sickness
9. What Else Can It Do? -Improve your posture allowing you to hold yourself more upright displaying confidence and maintaining your presence -Improve your memory and thinking processes as blood, oxygen and nutrients get pushed into the brain -Increase your energy and the body’s metabolism -Ease tension on your joints as the muscles strengthen (arthritis)
10. And For Your BusinessIt Can…… Improve: -Stress management -Morale -Work performance -Job satisfaction -Communication -Productivity Reduce: -Absenteeism -Employee turnover -Healthcare costs -Workplace injuries -Poor performance + =
11. How Much Would You Pay For…. -Lower stress levels -Increased daily energy -Increased self esteem and confidence -Increased mental focus -Better sleeping patterns -Increased metabolism & body weight management -Stronger muscles and bones (including the heart) -Decreased blood pressure
12. Or Would You Rather… -High blood pressure -Increased stress levels -Tightened and weakened muscles and bones -Slowing metabolism -Decreased energy levels -Increased chance of developing chronic illnesses YOU GET THE PICTURE
13. The Choice is Yours Exercise is an investment in yourself to help make you become more healthy and effective in your daily routines Like your business, the “payoff”, or return on investment, is something that comes in time. Without focus, dedication and a strong sense of discipline you are setting yourself up for many hardships This can lead to an early “exit” and that is not an exit strategy you want to experience
