Summary
In this episode, Laura Navaquin speaks with Hilda Perez, a Dominican American entrepreneur, about the intersection of wellness, entrepreneurship, and community impact. Hilda shares her journey from growing up in a family business focused on holistic health to her current roles as COO of Salud and co-founder of Savvy. The conversation explores the importance of nutrition, community advocacy, and personal well-being, as well as strategies for avoiding burnout and maintaining a balanced life. Hilda emphasizes the significance of starting small in wellness practices and the ripple effect of investing in one's health.
Takeaways
- Hilda's family business has been focused on holistic health for 35 years.
- Wellness is integral to the company's ethos and employee benefits.
- Nutrition is a primary focus for community support and advocacy.
- Building customized solutions for clients is essential for success.
- Physical fitness and mental health days are crucial for avoiding burnout.
Starting small is key to building sustainable wellness habits.
Investing in wellness has a ripple effect on the community.
Silence and downtime are important for mental clarity.
Surfing is a way to connect with nature and challenge oneself.
Consistency in wellness practices is more important than perfection.
Sound Bites
- "Wellness is the ethos of the company."
- "Nutrition is the main goal of the company."
- "Start extremely small when building a habit."
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