In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Olivia Sammons, we sit down with Jem Scragg, founder and head coach of Nirvu, a performance health coaching company supporting busy, high-achieving professionals. Jem shares his journey from competitive athletics and studying sports performance at the University of Bath to building a coaching practice rooted in long-term wellbeing. Drawing from his experience as an athlete, personal trainer, and coach, Jem explains how his work naturally evolved as he began supporting professionals whose careers were thriving while their health, energy, and mindset were quietly suffering.

Jem dives into the realities faced by high performers who sacrifice physical and mental wellbeing in pursuit of success, often reaching a breaking point before seeking support. He explains Nirvu’s holistic, flexible approach to health, designed to fit around demanding careers and family life, and discusses the challenges of reaching this audience, building trust, and creating sustainable change. The conversation explores identity, consistency, patience in entrepreneurship, and why trusting yourself — while taking a long-term view — is essential for building both a successful business and a healthy life.

Connect with Jem Scragg:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemscragg/