<p>In Part 6 of the series, I take time and recount the journey of BPN from April 2019 to summer of 2022, highlighting our move to a second warehouse, the introduction of the hybrid athlete, and the explosive growth during the COVID-19 pandemic.</p> <p><br></p> <p>We'll talk about some personal milestones, such as my first Ironman, tackling the Leadville 100, and shifting focus to the committed audience. I'll emphasize the importance of storytelling, community building, and lessons learned from endurance training that parallels business and life. The episode reflects on both professional and personal growth, especially after becoming a father.</p> <p><br></p> <p>CHAPTERS</p> <p>00:00 Introduction and Recap of Chapter Five</p> <p>01:17 Building a Brand: Lessons and Growth</p> <p>02:09 Endurance Journey and Pandemic Challenges</p> <p>03:37 The Hybrid Athlete and Business Evolution</p> <p>04:35 Fatherhood and Shifting Focus</p> <p>05:42 Key Lessons from Chapter Six</p> <p>09:59 Content and Storytelling Machine</p> <p>12:31 Ironman Prep and Business Chaos</p> <p>21:05 Leadville 100: A Life-Changing Experience</p> <p>31:01 Rocky Raccoon 100-Miler: Overcoming Adversity</p> <p>32:28 Marathon Training: Achieving New Personal Records</p> <p>34:16 The Obsession with Improvement</p> <p>38:36 Endurance Training and Business Parallels</p> <p>52:09 Building a Community, Not Just an Audience</p> <p>58:07 Personal Growth: Balancing Family and Ambition</p> <p>01:02:58 Conclusion: Reflecting on the Journey</p> <p><br></p> <p>Become a BPN member for free - Unlock 20% off for life</p> <p><a href="https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/pages/bpn-membership?srsltid=AfmBOorlpjVeag2kkt3eZ5UpWcFA5Bb2v5V_93lmO47Vn_Y8DRdLwDLL" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/pages/bpn-membership?srsltid=AfmBOorlpjVeag2kkt3eZ5UpWcFA5Bb2v5V_93lmO47Vn_Y8DRdLwDLL</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>MENTIONS:</p> <p>Watch More Than the Miles:</p> <p><a href="https://youtu.be/6GdPP_a2sNI?si=b-l4_oI9KZhi8Q_2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://youtu.be/6GdPP_a2sNI?si=b-l4_oI9KZhi8Q_2</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Half Time by Bob Buford</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Halftime-Significance-Bob-P-Buford/dp/0310344441" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amazon.com/Halftime-Significance-Bob-P-Buford/dp/0310344441</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Halftime-Significance-Bob-P-Buford/dp/0310344441" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amazon.com/Halftime-Significance-Bob-P-Buford/dp/0310344441</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>FOLLOW:</p> <p>IG: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickbarepodcast/episodes/instagram.com/nickbarefitness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">instagram.com/nickbarefitness/</a></p> <p>YT: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickbarepodcast/episodes/youtube.com/@nickbarefitness" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">youtube.com/@nickbarefitness</a></p>