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The Science of Success: Mastering Entrepreneurship & “Heavy Lifting” at Home w/ Nicole Calhoun of ELXR Yoga Lounge
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Who says yoga has to be boring? Embark on a transformative journey with Nicole Calhoun, founder of ELXR Yoga Lounge, as she shares her unexpected path from molecular genetics to yoga entrepreneurship!
In this episode, Paige and Nicole delve into dispelling yoga myths, intentional class music choices, and the delicate balance of motherhood, wifehood, and business ownership. Explore the challenges of being a business owner, standing your ground, and finding your people through intentional policies. Discover the empowering narrative of merging science and yoga, navigating societal expectations, and Nicole's insightful perspective on pricing strategies and being a woman in the arena. Tune in to explore the vibrant world of ELXR Yoga Lounge and Nicole's inspiring entrepreneurial odyssey.
Takeaways:
Being a business owner entails knowing the value you should demand for your services and products, even when faced with challenges and differing perspectives.
Having a supportive network allows you to fully recognize and work towards your goals, providing the encouragement and backing needed to navigate challenges.
Embracing multiple fields of expertise is not only possible but enriching, as long as you approach them with passion and dedication rather than seeing them as a chore.
In this episode:
[1:11] Nicole Calhoun, founder of ELXR Yoga Lounge, reveals her unexpected journey into yoga after completing a doctorate in molecular genetics. Initially on a path of hardcore science with a mission to change the world, Nicole's introduction to yoga was prompted by significant whiplash from car accidents.
[6:39] Paige shares her experience entering Nicole's power yoga class after six years of CrossFit. Initially feeling a touch of insecurity stepping into a yoga studio, Paige dives into a conversation about the misconception of yoga as dull, highlighting its unexpected benefits for detoxification.
[10:52] Paige brings up the fantastic music in Nicole's classes. Nicole explains her intentional decision to avoid esoteric music, recognizing the potential discomfort it may cause for newcomers. Paige smoothly transitions into exploring how Nicole merged her roles as a vaccine scientist with her entrepreneurial journey in the yoga business.
[15:26] Paige delves into how Nicole navigates her roles as a wife, mother of three, and owner of two power yoga studios. Nicole credits her success in managing these responsibilities to the unwavering support of her husband. She emphasizes that her work is not merely a job for her.
[23:38] The two discuss the importance of establishing business policies which lets business owners know their people. Nicole shares a scenario where someone proposed free yoga, underscoring the challenge of balancing accessibility with financial sustainability. Paige caps the conversation by exploring Nicole's perspective on being a woman in the arena.
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“We try to shy away from things that have the potential to make anyone feel uncomfortable in the space.” -Nicole Calhoun, Owner & Founder of ELXR Yoga Lounge on selecting non esoteric music for her power yoga classes
“What I do, It doesn't feel like a job. It feels like connecting with people as we share something that I love. And it's something that feeds me.” -Nicole Calhoun, Owner & Founder of ELXR Yoga Lounge
“At the end of the day, you have to remember that your people are your people. And they'll find you. People will find a way for things that they value. And I think that asks them to really value the service and the product you provide, too.” -Paige Rene, Host
“To me, being a woman in the arena means being a woman with a seat at a table. And by having a seat at the table, not just being there and listening and watching, but being a woman who has a seat at the table, who's able to contribute and who's able to be heard. Who has her own value, just like everyone else at the table.” -Nicole Calhoun, Owner & Founder of ELXR Yoga Lounge
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