#34. Brian Von Ancken, Founder of the Wellness Growth Mastermind

In this conversation, Brian von Ancken shares his journey from being an attorney to becoming a wellness entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges of growing a wellness business, the importance of community, and the lessons learned from his experiences, including the significance of taking risks and adding value. Brian introduces his current venture, the Wellness Growth Mastermind, which aims to connect health and wellness founders and help them grow their businesses. He emphasizes the need for a supportive community in the wellness space and the various ways to engage and add value to its members. In this conversation, Tobi and Brian Von Ancken explore the evolving landscape of wellness, discussing its definitions, trends, and the intersection of wellness with career and personal development. Brian shares insights on the importance of data in driving behavior change, the role of athletes as role models, and the need for investment in young people's mental health. They also address the challenges faced by wellness entrepreneurs and the significance of emotional resilience in personal and professional growth.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Brian von Ancken and His Journey02:34 The Challenges of Growing a Wellness Business04:17 Transitioning from Law to Entrepreneurship12:20 Lessons from Failure and the Importance of Risk16:03 Building the Wellness Growth Mastermind Community22:14 Engaging the Community and Creating Value24:40 Defining Wellness in Today's Landscape27:10 Trends and Innovations in Wellness29:30 Learning from Athletes: Mindset and Career33:26 Investing in Young People: The Future of Wellness36:16 Challenges in the Wellness Industry39:42 Personal Reflections and Life LessonsConnect with Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianvonancken/Website of the Wellness Growth Mastermind: https://www.joinwgm.comConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobias-hendrik-stalmann/Keywordshealth, wellness, entrepreneurship, community, growth, business, mindset, risk, health trends, wellness industry, wellness, health, behavior change, data, athletes, career, mental health, investment, resilience, innovation