Would You Bet Your Entire Bank Account on Yourself?

Alexis Perkins reconnects with the show to talk about Start Peninsula, spotting entrepreneurs who are ready to be held accountable, and why follow-through matters. The conversation moves into consistency in running and fitness, staying challenged by the people around you, and using blunt honesty as a tool for growth. Alexis also breaks down preparing for the Virginia Cup, sharpening one-minute pitches, reading the room, and turning speaking opportunities into more bookings. The episode closes with her Chairwoman Fitness journey: pivoting during COVID, investing in a website and app, building a team, and learning to bet on herself.

Speakers

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Alexis Perkins

Guest • 76%

Tim Ryan

Host • 11%

Zack Miller

Host • 14%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction & Alexis Perkins reconnects with hosts and Start Peninsula history
1:22	Identifying truly hungry entrepreneurs vs. those not yet ready
3:33	Vetting through accountability tests and follow-through
6:09	Zack’s running streak, consistency, and embracing hard things
8:15	Adapting workouts through injuries and staying active
10:05	Brutal honesty, friendship, and Alexis’s blunt approach
11:46	Fear, big goals, and the intimidation of high motivation
13:58	The value of being challenged and improving your circle
15:05	Staying at the top vs. getting there; successful pivots
17:47	Preparing for the Virginia Cup stage and one-minute pitches
20:13	Last-minute planning, practicing micro-pitches, and reading the room
22:12	Delivering the pitch, energizing the audience, and key takeaways
23:14	Lessons from event setups and bigger speaking opportunities
24:17	Tenacity and the “chase and attract” strategy for conference bookings
26:17	Finding value, researching audiences, and persistence in conferences
28:14	Securing conference vendor booths through warm introductions
29:29	Pursuing bigger goals, Nike app talk, and non-linear opportunities
30:20	Celebrating wins, preparing for what’s next
31:32	Booking the next speaking gig and the hustle of speaking
32:41	Getting started in paid speaking and landing the first keynote
35:11	Taking action before perfection and asking for support
37:02	Chairwoman Fitness: evolution from instructor certification
38:36	COVID pivots: digital training, online courses, and launching the app
42:05	Building a team, expanding into corporate and inclusive fitness
43:41	Wrapping up, final topics, and transition to close
44:39	Biggest risk: investing in website and app
46:44	Investment pays off and becomes top revenue stream
47:23	Calculated risks and betting on yourself
48:06	Continued learning and seeking help
48:45	Reading "Relentless" and pursuing greatness
50:35	Jumping in, taking action, and trusting execution
51:28	Motivation from doubt and revisiting "Relentless"
52:07	Learning from all environments: books, podcasts, and more
54:12	Teaching Zumba in Europe and improving business models
58:06	Feedback, marketing, and turning $5 classes into success
59:16	Favorite post-workout food spots and closing thanks

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