Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in health and wellness but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Nelson Vergel, CEO of Discounted Labs, located in Houston, TX, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
Discounted Labs has been in operation for over eight years providing affordable blood tests that people in the U.S. can purchase online without the need for a doctor's visit. It was founded by empowered patients and physicians that believe in expanding access to affordable health monitoring options. It works with a network of over 2,200 laboratories in 40 states.
Tell us about yourself
I have over 30 years of experience in health and wellness education and advocacy, lecturing around the United States and abroad. I got motivated to start Discounted Labs out of the frustration of not being able to find affordable health monitoring tests that I could access without having to deal with doctor's visits/fees and insurance rejections. I am driven each day to help as many people as I can to take charge of their health without jeopardizing their financial well-being.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
My biggest accomplishment has been to attain my goal of helping over 55,000 people with health and monitoring information while sustaining a lean and optimized operation.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
One of the hardest things that come with being a business owner is that your job is really "never done." There are daily challenges that one must conquer. But that also makes for an exciting life in which you are in control of your life.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
Anyone who is looking to start, run and grow a business should:
- Make sure that your business mission goes beyond securing a good financial status, as you also do something that fulfills you daily. You should enjoy what you do.
- Start small and learn every single aspect of your business. Do your due diligence! Look at your competitors and find a niche that you can focus on.
- Finding the right support staff or contractors is key to your success, no matter how smart you think you are.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.discountedlabs.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiscountLabs
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discountedlabs/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LabsDiscounted/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvergel/
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