Episode 3: From Pain to Profit: How She Built a Thriving Pilates Business During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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This week I am joined by Danielle Linneweber, founder of Purposeful Pilates, a Minneapolis based pilates studio.
In this episode, Danielle shares her journey from a career in corporate communications to fitness. She discusses her personal battle with chronic pain that eventually led her to pilates. Danielle emphasizes the importance of finding a higher purpose and credits her life coach for giving her the extra push she needed to step out on her own. Danielle stresses the importance of trusting your gut, seeking knowledge, and taking risks.
Key Takeaways
- Pilates can be an effective method for addressing chronic pain.
- Seeking guidance from a life coach can be helpful during career transitions.
- Wealth building and retirement planning should be prioritized, even when starting a new business.
- Traveling solo can be a fulfilling and empowering experience.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:03 Discovering Pilates and the Desire for a Higher Purpose
06:48 The Transformative Power of Pilates
10:26 The Role of a Life Coach in Career Transitions
23:30 From Solo Entrepreneur to Successful Fitness Business Owner
25:16 The Importance of Self-Care and Finding Joy Outside of Work
27:03 Wealth Building and Retirement Planning for Solo Entrepreneurs
31:39 The Freedom and Fulfillment of Solo Travel
38:07 Living Life Intentionally: Embracing Risks and Deviating from Societal Norms
Links Mentioned:
Danielle’s Website: https://www.purposefulpilatesmn.com/
Danielle’s Instagram: / purposefulpilatesmn
Danielle’s Facebook: purposeful pilates
Danielle’s Book Recommendation:Healing Back Pain: The Mind-Body Connection by John E Sarno, MD
Listen on:
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/milfs-who-pivot/id1752003970
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YSTz3qhoA979C4wzLtIO5?si=bfY4ik0zRAC4kYAQNGBDkQ
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Music Credit: The Hip Hop Lo Fi by Electromaria via Audio Jungle: https://audiojungle.net/item/the-hiphop-lo-fi/52341474
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