The Free to Grow CFO Podcast The Five F’s: A Holistic Approach to Entrepreneurship
Episode Summary
In this episode of the Free to Grow CFO podcast, Jon Blair and Chris Lang discuss the importance of holistic health for entrepreneurs. They explore the five F's: Faith, Family, Focus, Fitness, and Finances, emphasizing how each aspect contributes to a balanced and successful life. Chris shares his journey in entrepreneurship, the significance of maintaining focus, the role of fitness and nutrition, and the necessity of financial education. The conversation also touches on the importance of setting boundaries between work and personal life to achieve long-term success.
Key Takeaways:
-Faith is Foundational: Why understanding your "why" and living with intention impacts everything from decision-making to resilience.
-Focus Wins the Day: Learn how eliminating distractions and playing to your strengths drives long-term success.
-Finances for the Long Game: Insights on cash flow management and staying financially viable in a world of distractions.
Episode Links:
Jon Blair - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathon-albert-blair/
Chris Lang- https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislangsocial/
Free to Grow CFO - https://freetogrowcfo.com/
Move FWD - https://www.movefwd.co/
Meet Chris Lang
Chris Lang is a creative entrepreneur from Las Cruces, New Mexico. His focus on brand development and business strategy has helped launch multiple Shopify brands across the apparel, food, and wine industries, generating over 8 figures. Fresh Chile is now in the top 10% of all Shopify stores. He is working on donating over 1,000,000 meals to his community (currently 500,000).
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00:00 Introduction
02:32 The Birth of Move FWD
04:50 The Five F's of Life
09:30 The Role of Faith
11:54 Family Dynamics in Business
14:46 The Importance of Focus
22:02 Fitness and Mental Clarity
26:21 The Impact of Processed Foods on Health
28:38 The Importance of Nutrition and Sleep
30:29 Long-Term Success in Business
30:45 Understanding Finances in Business
35:35 Learning from Financial Mistakes
42:54 Setting Boundaries Between Work and Personal Life
48:27 Closing Thoughts