Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in health and wellness but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Janice Amirault, founder of Janice Inspiring Change - Holistic Nutrition, located in Kentville, NS, Canada.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
I help women who are overweight eliminate the self-sabotaging habits that are keeping them stuck there so they can begin to lose weight and keep it off long-term. Together, we create a lifestyle plan that sets the client up to start seeing results right away.
Clients have a step-by-step framework that helps them work through the underlying reasons for their self-sabotaging behavior. With one-on-one coaching support, my clients successfully move toward achieving and maintaining their goals.
Tell us about yourself
My interest in health and wellness stems from my own personal journey: one that took me from debilitating illness to vibrant health. Diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, unable to work, and labeled as lazy by my specialist, I decided to explore a natural approach to my illness. I changed my lifestyle and became living proof that good health returns when the body receives the nutrients it's meant to have.
I was literally saved by nutrition. It was then that I discovered my true passion for helping others achieve ideal health. I am a Registered Holistic Nutritional Consultant and a Certified Holistic Cancer Coach. I provide research-based education on preventing, coping with, and fighting disease through diet and lifestyle choices. I empower my clients to take charge of their own health.
I write a monthly health article for the Valley Wire, a Saltwire Network publication. The first quarter of 2022 has been an exciting one for me. I was recently nominated for the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN) Clinical Excellence Award as well as the 30th annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards. I live in Kentville, Nova Scotia, with my husband and five rescued pets I welcomed into our villa while living in Doha, Qatar.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
My biggest accomplishment in the six years I've been in business is that I've been able to reach and change the lives of women all over the world. I started my business while living in Qatar, which allowed me to work with and learn from international women.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
As a solopreneur, I miss having work colleagues. It would be nice to have like-minded people around to ask questions, share experiences and bounce ideas off of.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Decide who you want to work with specifically (niche down)…you can change your mind later down the road.
- Don't try to do everything yourself. Use your resources and ask for help rather than wasting time and energy trying to figure everything out on your own.
- Hire someone to help you with your messaging, as it's important to have the right content to attract your target audience.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.janiceamirault.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janice.amirault
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janicehealthcoach/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janice-amirault/
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