The podcast for normal people who want to do abnormal things.
Hey, I am Pete Laverick, an Ex-professional athlete living a pretty normal life in Hong Kong. I talk to people who many of us view as 'abnormal', or having achieved abnormal things.
I want to know if these 'abnormal' people are that much different from the rest of us, what was it that made them go from being normal people, living normal lives, to wanting to do something completely different and make that first step outside of their comfort zone.
The podcast for normal people who want to do abnormal things.
Hey, I am Pete Laverick, an Ex-professional athlete living a pretty normal life in Hong Kong. I talk to people who many of us view as 'abnormal', or having achieved abnormal things.
I want to know if these 'abnormal' people are that much different from the rest of us, what was it that made them go from being normal people, living normal lives, to wanting to do something completely different and make that first step outside of their comfort zone.
Josh Li went from working as a personal trainer in London to building two fast-growing businesses across Asia, the Middle East, and now the U.S. — Nutrition Kitchen and OnePT.
In this episode, Josh opens up about the risks he took, the lessons learned from building companies with almost no starting capital, and the brutal reality of entrepreneurship when your back is against the wall. From surviving the war-driven food price surge of 2022 to managing over 90 trainers worldwide, Josh shares the sacrifices, grit, and vision it takes to grow an international business without outside funding.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Josh Li and His Journey
02:53 The Birth of Nutrition Kitchen
05:52 The Evolution of OnePT
09:01 Facing Challenges and Learning from Setbacks
11:56 Navigating Business Growth and Capital Decisions
15:11 Customer Experience and Product Improvement
17:53 Building a Strong Team and Identifying Talent
20:56 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
23:59 Future Aspirations and Business Vision
31:33 Pushing Boundaries and Long-Term Goals
32:25 Entering the US Market: Strategies for Success
35:17 Finding the Right Trainers: Quality Over Experience
37:44 Maintaining Standards Across Global Expansion
40:23 Encouraging Employee Growth and Independence
41:18 Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship
43:13 Growth Targets: The Road to 20+ Gyms
46:02 The Hectic Life of a Founder
49:03 The Importance of Routine and Self-Care
50:28 The Role of Mentorship in Business Growth
54:04 Surrounding Yourself with Like-Minded Individuals
58:52 Legacy: Building a Positive Company Culture
01:00:17 Taking Action: The Key to Abnormal Achievements
Check out OnePT: https://onepersonaltraininghk.com/
Check out Nutrition Kitchen: https://nutritionkitchenhk.com/