In this powerhouse episode of the Health Coach Academy Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Jordan Barber, a New York-based doctor of acupuncture, published author, entrepreneur, and self-described creative strategist for wellness businesses.

Dr. Barber dives deep into how failure, neurodivergence, and a punk rock spirit led him to scale from solo practice to owning multiple integrative health clinics and building residual income. He reveals how congruence—not hustle—is the foundation of growth, and why business should feel like a creative and artistic expression.

This episode is a must-listen for health coaches, acupuncturists, and holistic entrepreneurs who want to:

• Find their North Star in business

• Scale without losing authenticity

• Master SEO, social media, and competitive analysis

• Build practices aligned with their personal vision and values

If you're struggling with burnout, unclear about niching, or unsure how to grow your wellness business in today’s digital-first world, this conversation will reset your mindset.

• Why failure is often the first step to scaling

• How to build a practice that's congruent with who you are

• The importance of a vision exercise to guide your brand

• How ADHD and neurodivergence can be assets in entrepreneurship

• The truth about “coaches coaching coaches”

• Why social media and SEO are non-negotiables in 2025

• Data-driven growth tactics every wellness pro should know

• How to avoid burnout and stay true to your mission

• Dr. Jordan Barber's book: Realigning Medicine
  ➤ Get it on Amazon or visit realigningmedicine.com

• Visioning Exercise PDF: Free download on realigningmedicine.com

• Tools: SEMrush, Fiverr for SEO analysis, ChatGPT content strategy tips

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with the dynamic duo behind Biohack Yourself, a wellness empire born from transformation, resilience, and relentless pursuit of optimal health. From an unexpected meeting in a café to producing one of the most-watched fitness documentaries ever—From Fat Lolly to Six-Pack Lolly—Anthony and Tereza Lolli share their deeply personal journeys of weight loss, parenthood, entrepreneurship, and biohacking.

We dive into:

• How they turned personal health struggles into a thriving media brand

• Why coaching changed everything (and how they've worked with over 30 coaches!)

• The story behind launching Biohack Yourself Magazine

• Tips for health coaches to stand out in a crowded industry

• The power of documenting your real life—even the messy parts

• Working as a couple and raising confident, camera-ready kids

• Marketing strategies for coaches without business backgrounds

• Why personalization and availability win in the coaching world

Whether you're a health coach, biohacker, entrepreneur, or just someone looking to take control of your health, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to be motivated, educated, and entertained by two people who are living proof that radical transformation is possible.

In this powerful episode of The Health Academy, host Omar speaks with Nelly Gal, a Cuban-born entrepeneur and founder of Live Vibrant Med Spa, about her extraordinary journey from communist Cuba to building one of Florida’s most successful med spas. With zero business background and only a few thousand dollars, Nelly went from struggling with imposter syndrome to generating multiple 6-figure months in her wellness business.

Nelly opens up about:

• How escaping Cuba shaped her entrepreneurial mindset

• Building a wellness clinic from the ground up

• Leveraging functional medicine and aesthetics to empower women

• Overcoming fear, scarcity, and burnout as a first-time business owner

• Transitioning her brick-and-mortar business into online wellness and coaching

• The power of marketing, Groupon strategy, and patient retention

• Why health coaches shouldn't wait until they're "ready" to launch

• How to grow your client base without a big budget

Whether you’re a , beauty entrepreneur, or aspiring med spa owner, Nelly's story is a masterclass in resourcefulness, resilience, and heart-centered success.

💥 BONUS: Grab Nelly’s free Live Vibrant Blueprint for Energy & Wellness and a chance at a free 60-minute strategy session via @live_vibrant_medspa on Instagram.