The Inside Story of Building Businesses

From Clinic to Community: Scaling Women's Wellness


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Join us as we chat with Julie Mangen, founder of ShapeUp, a fitness program designed specifically for women and moms. Julie shares her inspiring journey of building a supportive community focused on outdoor workouts and body positivity.


Discover how she:


  • Created a safe space for women to rediscover their strength post-pregnancy

  • Navigated the challenges of entrepreneurship across different countries

  • Balanced motherhood, business, and personal life

  • Built a thriving business through collaboration and word-of-mouth


  • Get ready to be inspired and motivated to chase your own dreams!


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction: From Mom to Fitness Entrepreneur

    02:45 Creating a Safe Space: Postnatal Fitness and Body Positivity

    03:31 Building and Selling Abroad: Lessons from Japan

    06:48 Home Turf Challenges: Unexpected Obstacles in Your Home Country

    09:30 Juggling Acts: Balancing Mom Life and Business

    13:20 Finding Your Tribe: Building a Team with Shared Values

    17:04 Scaling Up: When to Bring in External Help

    19:45 Niche or Bust: Thriving in a Competitive Fitness Market

    23:53 Rise Together: The Power of Collaboration

    26:04 Patience is Key: Building Your Brand One Step at a Time

    30:30 The Power of Community: Surrounding Yourself with Support

    32:15 Personal Growth: How Entrepreneurship Transforms You

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