The Power of "And": Redefining Leadership, Identity & Entrepreneurship with April Obersteller

TREAD TALKS: What Fills You Up? Do More of That

Do an Energy Audit Before You Delegate | How to Grow Your Business Without Burning Out  Should you keep saying yes to every opportunity—or start focusing on the work that truly energizes you? In this episode of Tread Talks, I answer a question so many entrepreneurs wrestle with: How do you niche down when turning down paid work feels too risky? The answer isn't to make drastic changes overnight. It's to start paying attention. I share a simple coaching exercise that helps you identify which projects fuel your energy and which ones quietly drain it. Because building a sustainable business isn't just about increasing revenue—it's about creating work you actually enjoy showing up for. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why doing everything eventually leads to burnout * How an energy audit can reveal your ideal niche * The connection between business growth and energy management * Why niching down doesn't have to mean taking a financial risk * One practical habit to help you make better business decisions If you're feeling stretched too thin, this episode will help you find a more sustainable path forward. Subscribe to The Fitness of Business for practical coaching that helps you build a stronger business—without sacrificing yourself in the process. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more entrepreneurs find practical coaching that moves their businesses forward. 📞Book a call with me here 🎧 If startup overwhelm is keeping you stuck, you don't have to figure it out alone. Book a free discovery call [https://calendly.com/lbconsultingco/30min] with me and let's build your business one intentional step at a time. 🔗Let’s Stay Connected: 🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com [https://www.leslieboyce.com] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboycehttps://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_ [https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_] ✉️ Email: leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com [leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com] 📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.com [https://leslieboyce.substack.com] I share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

The Power of "And": Redefining Leadership, Identity & Entrepreneurship with April Obersteller

As entrepreneurs, it's easy to believe we have to choose between building a successful business and living a meaningful life. But what if the most powerful word in business isn't or—it's and? In this episode of The Fitness of Business, I'm joined by April Obersteller, Founder & CEO of AND, for a conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, identity, and building businesses that allow both people and performance to thrive. Together, we explore what it really means to leave a successful career, redefine your identity, and build something aligned with your values. We also dive into the importance of community, the loneliness many founders experience, why flexibility is a leadership strength, and how investing in people ultimately creates stronger businesses. If you've ever felt torn between ambition and fulfillment, growth and family, or success and authenticity, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we discuss: * Why "and" is more powerful than "or" * Navigating identity shifts as an entrepreneur * Building businesses where people thrive * Why female founders need stronger communities * Leadership, flexibility, and letting go of control * The value of strategic partnerships in business * Creating businesses that support both growth and humanity If this episode resonates with you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs this conversation. Subscribe to The Fitness of Business for practical conversations that help you build a stronger business—without sacrificing yourself along the way. Have a “Hey Coach” question? Submit your questions to: Leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com [Leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com] 🔗 Stay Connected If this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here: 🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com [https://www.leslieboyce.com] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce [https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce] ✉️ Email: leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com [leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com] 📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.com [https://leslieboyce.substack.com] I share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out. Connect with April: 🌐Website: https://asaladwithasideoffries.comhttps://and-not-or.com [https://and-not-or.com] ✉️ Email: April@and-not-or.com [April@and-not-or.com] 📝 Linkedin: @April Obersteller or @And not Or

TREAD TALKS: You Are the Foundation

You Are Not the Flexible Piece | Why Entrepreneurs Must Protect Their Own Time  Why is it so easy to keep commitments to everyone else—but cancel the ones we make to ourselves? In this episode of Tread Talks, I explore one of the most common patterns I see in entrepreneurs: treating their own time as optional. Workouts get skipped. Creative projects get postponed. Rest gets pushed aside. Meanwhile, client meetings and deadlines always stay on the calendar. The truth is, you are not the flexible piece in your business. You are the foundation. Drawing from both business coaching and fitness, I share a simple mindset shift that can help you protect your energy, honor your priorities, and build a business that is sustainable—not just productive. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why entrepreneurs keep canceling on themselves * The hidden cost of treating your time as optional * What fitness teaches us about boundaries and recovery * How to create stronger habits that support long-term business growth * One practical step to start protecting your time today * If you're ready to stop putting yourself last, this episode is for you. Subscribe to The Fitness of Business for practical coaching that helps you build a stronger business—and a stronger life. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more entrepreneurs find practical coaching that moves their businesses forward. 🎧 If startup overwhelm is keeping you stuck, you don't have to figure it out alone. Book a free discovery call [https://calendly.com/lbconsultingco/30min] with me and let's build your business one intentional step at a time. 🔗Let’s Stay Connected: 🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com [https://www.leslieboyce.com] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboycehttps://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_ [https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_] ✉️ Email: leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com [leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com] 📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.com [https://leslieboyce.substack.com] I share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

TREAD TALKS: Selling Without Scaring | A Better Way to Build Trust

Do you feel uncomfortable selling your services because so much marketing relies on fear? You're not alone. In this episode of Tread Talks, I answer a question I hear from entrepreneurs all the time: How do I sell confidently without using high-pressure or fear-based tactics? The truth is, you don't have to create anxiety to earn trust. Drawing on lessons from the fitness world, I explain why the best coaches—and the best businesses—sell from possibility instead of panic. When people understand where they are, where they want to go, and how you'll help them get there, they don't need to be pressured into saying yes. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why fear-based sales often create short-term customers * How possibility-based selling builds trust and loyalty * The difference between manipulation and genuine leadership * How to communicate your value without feeling "salesy" * A simple framework for creating authentic sales conversations If you've ever struggled with selling because it felt inauthentic, this episode will show you another way. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more entrepreneurs discover practical coaching that builds sustainable businesses. 🎧 If startup overwhelm is keeping you stuck, you don't have to figure it out alone. Book a free discovery call [https://calendly.com/lbconsultingco/30min] with me and let's build your business one intentional step at a time. 🔗Let’s Stay Connected: 🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com [https://www.leslieboyce.com] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboycehttps://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_ [https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_] ✉️ Email: leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com [leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com] 📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.com [https://leslieboyce.substack.com] I share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

From Side Hustle to All In: Build a Business That Fits Your Life

There's no shortage of wellness advice these days—but more information doesn't always lead to better health. In this episode of The Fitness of Business, I sit down with wellness expert, nutrition coach, and podcast host Jenn Trepeck to unpack why so many people feel overwhelmed by conflicting health advice and what it actually takes to build sustainable habits that last. Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or simply trying to feel better in your own body, this conversation is a reminder that lasting progress comes from consistency—not complexity. In this episode, we discuss: * Why wellness has become so confusing * The difference between biohacks and healthy foundations * How to avoid shiny object syndrome * The future of AI and personalized health advice * Why simple habits outperform complicated routines * Building a business that fits your life—not someone else's * Why taking imperfect action always beats waiting for certainty If you've ever felt overwhelmed by health advice or pressured to build your business someone else's way, this episode is for you. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more entrepreneurs discover practical coaching conversations that make business feel more sustainable. Have a “Hey Coach” question? Submit your questions to: Leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com [Leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com] 🔗 Stay Connected If this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here: 🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com [https://www.leslieboyce.com] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce [https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce] ✉️ Email: leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com [leslie@thefitnessofbusiness.com] 📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.com [https://leslieboyce.substack.com] Connect with Jenn: 🌐Website: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com [https://asaladwithasideoffries.com] https://www.instagram.com/saladwithasideoffriespod/ [https://www.instagram.com/saladwithasideoffriespod/] https://www.instagram.com/jenntrepeck/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/jenntrepeck/?hl=en] https://www.facebook.com/Saladwithasideoffriespodcast [https://www.facebook.com/Saladwithasideoffriespodcast] https://www.facebook.com/JenniferTrepeck [https://www.facebook.com/JenniferTrepeck] https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifertrepeck/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifertrepeck/] www.youtube.com/@jenntrepeck [http://www.youtube.com/@jenntrepeck] https://www.tiktok.com/@jenntrepeck [https://www.tiktok.com/@jenntrepeck] https://amzn.to/4bj8w8d [https://amzn.to/4bj8w8d]