Health, Wellness, Bears, Oh My! Jon Fischer is Coach Cub

Jon Fischer, founder of Camp Bear Hug, discusses his journey as a health and wellness coach in the bear community. He shares how he evolved his business over the past 10 years, starting with a free website and using email marketing to promote his services. Jon explains the definition of a bear and how he created a niche within the community. He also talks about his recent retreat in New Orleans and the importance of being present and enjoying the experience. Jon reflects on his evolution on social media, from being nervous to being vulnerable and authentic in his content. John Fischer, a bear wellness coach, discusses his brand Coach Cub and his focus on improving mental and physical health in the bear community. He offers classes, runs a podcast called Belly Talk, and organizes retreats and events. John emphasizes the importance of authenticity and inclusivity in his content and marketing. He plans to continue doing retreats and expand his marketing efforts by hiring help. He also aims to create online courses and potentially write a book in the future. John's main messaging revolves around creating connections, embracing oneself, and promoting body positivity. Welcome to Pride and Promotion a marketing podcast specifically tailored for the LGBTQ Community. Where you are a business owner, community organizer, volunteer, or just like to help get the word out about people, places and things in our LGBTQ space, this podcast will help you learn tactics or meet people that are getting it done. Host Joe Federico has been doing marketing and specifically social media marketing for over 10 years after his previous life working in journalism and print media. His company J. Federico Marketing helps clients learn the art of using social media to their advantage as well offering services to automate the process for you. Be sure to check out the website at www.jfedericomarketing.com and tune in every week to the Pride and Promotion Podcast.