Michael Chernow on Building Success Through Habits and Resilience

Bitesized: Marketing | Entrepreneurship | Brand Building

Michael Chernow is a serial entrepreneur, wellness advocate, and the founder of Kreatures of Habit, a brand dedicated to helping people build positive daily routines through nutrition and lifestyle.

We dived into Michael’s personal journey of overcoming personal struggles, including substance abuse, transforming his life through positive habits, and how he’s shaping the future of wellness.

Covered in the Episode:

  • Michael Chernow’s journey as an entrepreneur, from his early days in New York to building successful restaurants.
  • The power of building a business culture from the inside out.
  • The transition from restaurant business to D2C with Kreatures of Habit.
  • The importance of self-awareness and surrounding yourself with the right team.
  • How entrepreneurship is about getting back up after failure.
  • Managing a personal brand alongside building businesses.
  • How Michael’s morning routine and habits shaped his life and business.
  • Why it’s essential to have a clear vision and timeline for success.
  • Overcoming personal struggles, including substance abuse, and transforming through positive habits.
  • The role of community and personal connection in business growth.
  • Long-term plans for Kreatures of Habit, including new product development and an acquisition target for 2028.
  • Michael’s views on the glamorization of entrepreneurship and the reality of navigating ups and downs.
  • Legacy as a person who does what he says and the value of keeping your word.
  • + so much more.

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