Can You Turn What You Love Into a Real Business? (Krissy Cela, founder of Oner Active)

This podcast episode features Chrissy Cela, founder of Honor Active, who shares her incredible journey from fitness influencer to entrepreneur. Chrissy has built a global business with over 100 employees, achieving significant revenue growth and aiming to become the first female-founded billion-dollar women's active brand. The conversation delves into her ambition and the drive to grow a personal brand into a large-scale operation. They discuss the contrasting views on entrepreneurship in the UK and the US, highlighting how America fosters a more supportive environment for entrepreneurs.

Chrissy also reflects on her personal experiences growing up in a challenging environment and how that shaped her mindset as a business leader. The episode addresses key lessons in leadership, dealing with people-pleasing tendencies, and the importance of community in developing the brand. Chrissy emphasizes the journey of becoming comfortable with her success and no longer feeling the need to prove herself.

Moreover, she notes the pivotal shift in mindset needed for scaling the business, including hiring a CEO to manage operational aspects while she focuses on brand vision and product development. The discussion also touches on the importance of maintaining product quality and customer service as the company grows, as well as Chrissy's efforts to cultivate a positive workplace culture.