Apple. Garmin. Aura. Whoop. These wearable tech brands are supposed to motivate us to move more and give us a snapshot of our health. But does it work? In this episode, we explore the rapidly evolving landscape of wellness technology, particularly focusing on wearables and AI-powered health tools.

Key takeaways:

* Wearables have transformed personal health monitoring.

* What is the psychological impact of all this data

* Is it ok that AI tools are becoming integral in health diagnostics

* Sandy’s personal experiences with her Garmin watch and hypothyroidism

* What are the ethical concerns around data privacy

* Does technology enhance or control personal health decisions

* What we think the future of healthcare will look like with AI integration

* Can understanding personal data lead to better health outcomes

* A cry for responsible data management in health tech

In this episode, we reveal the secret project we've hinted about for months!! We've just released Well Well Well, a new marketplace designed to showcase wellness events and classes. Our goal was to create a beautifully curated wellness space where health enthusiasts can find the hottest events in wellness. Key takeaways:

* What exactly is the Well Well Well marketplace

* Why we knew the time was right to build a marketplace

* What marketing problem is Well Well Well solving

* How wellness teachers can showcase their classes to a broader audience

* How Well Well Well will simplify the marketing for wellness creators

* What kind of events will work on the marketplace

* Can both in-person and online events can be featured on the marketplace

* How visibility into other practitioners' offerings will inspire creativity

* Why do we have a revenue share, and what is it

If you’re a wellness teacher, coach or practitioner, you can learn more about the marketplace here. If you’re a wellness enthusiast and looking for a new experience, class or workshop browse the Well Well Well marketplace here.

In today's episode, we share a recent interview with Hannah Teutscher from the Pilates Exchange. Hannah speaks with Jeni Barcelos, the CEO of Marvelous, about technology for her series on how technology and AI intersect with movement.

RESOURCES
Learn more about Hannah and Christian here.
Listen to the Pilate's Exchange's series on tech, AI and movement here.
Check out the Hey Marvelous platform here.

Today, we discuss the benefits of having a resources page with affiliate links to make some easy side money. We discuss the different ways to promote and share affiliate links (and announce Marvelous' brand new page template for affiliate sales).

HERE'S WHAT WE COVER:
0:00 - The unknown benefits of affiliates in the wellness industry.
03:36 - You're not being salesy. You're saving clients time and money.
06:52 - There's more to recommend than you initially think.
11:49 - Using your affiliate recommendations for content ideas
15:36 - Why you don't want to rely solely on affiliate income.

RESOURCES:
The Wellness Creator Shop — https://wellnesscreator.heymarvelous.com/shop
Hey Marvelous — https://www.heymarvelous.com/
Hey Marvelous on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/heymarvelous/

Cancel culture can significantly impact entrepreneurs and small business owners, often exacerbating the challenges they already face in the online business world. We've had numerous conversations about the pressures of public scrutiny, feeling silenced, or being hesitant to speak up due to fear of backlash.

Recently, we were interviewed by our friend, Sara Fisk, on The Ex-Good Girl Podcast. The conversation was so impactful that we knew we had to share it with you. In this episode, we openly discuss our experience of being cancelled over our previous name, Namastream. We delve into the realities of cancel culture, the feeling of being muted, and the fear that often holds women entrepreneurs back from speaking their truth. You’ll gain insight into our strategies for navigating negative feedback, harnessing your immutable power by tapping into your intuition, leveraging community support, and much more.

In this episode, Sandy Connery and Jeni Barcelos explore the essence of running a soulful business, reflecting on their journey and the changes they've undergone. They discuss the importance of authenticity, intuition, and creativity in business decisions, especially in light of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation emphasizes the need to balance passion with problem-solving and the significance of listening to one's inner calling. They also share personal experiences of navigating change and the joy of rediscovering their creative energies after stepping away from a coaching program that no longer aligned with their values.

What's covered in this episode:

03:08 - Reflecting on the Shutdown of a Coaching Business

04:09 - Understanding the Concept of Running a Soulful Business

04:18 - Introduction and Reflecting on the Decision to Close the Coaching Program

06:51 - The Challenges of Staying Connected to the Initial Calling

10:19 - The impact of fear and people-pleasing exposed

11:54 - What your emotions can tell you about your business

17:16 - The need for passion and intention in business

27:15 - The freedom of closing down a business that no longer aligns

27:49 - Reflecting on past experiences

29:20 - Hot to listen to your inner desires

31:28 - What jealousy really means

32:56 - Why you need to run a soulful Business

Thanks for listening. New episodes drop every Monday. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode ❤️

RESOURCES:
The Wellness Creator Shop — https://wellnesscreator.heymarvelous.com/shop
Hey Marvelous — https://www.heymarvelous.com/
Hey Marvelous on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/heymarvelous/

Letting go of something you’ve built from scratch is never easy. But sometimes it’s a necessary step to create space for what you’re meant to do next. In today’s episode, we open up about our decision to shut down our highly lucrative coaching program, and why the decision could never be purely based on logic or reason alone. We know that there are plenty of people out there who have had to face similar heartbreaking decisions, which is why we are using today’s episode to dig into the circumstances that led to this decision, and why we’re so excited for what comes next. Join us as we share the journey of our coaching company, what we loved most about it, and how we ultimately decided to bring it to a close.

Hey Marvelous — https://www.heymarvelous.com/

Hey Marvelous on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/heymarvelous/

Podcasting has exploded in recent years, and it’s becoming more challenging than ever to find and attract new listeners. In this episode, we discuss various podcast growth strategies to help you find new listeners in 2024 and beyond.

RESOURCES:
Riverside LInk (affiliate) - https://riverside.fm/?via=wellnesscreatorpodcast
I Will Teach You To Be Rich — https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/
Hey Marvelous — https://www.heymarvelous.com/