Driving Businesses via Mental and Physical Well-being
Rohan Jain, Co-Founder, The Wellness Co., 0
Entrepreneurs often get blinded by the need to emphasize business expansion, income, and scaling, while one crucial asset gets neglected: mental and physical health. The idea that a founder creates a superior business extends beyond mere marketing. Mental and physical well—being forms the basis for entrepreneurs to flourish, innovate, and lead with clarity, ultimately resulting in more efficient, resilient, and prosperous ventures.
The connection between mental and physical health and business success is profound. Founders who make their mental well-being a priority not only have the stamina needed to build and scale their companies but are also more adept at making informed decisions when facing challenges. In an exclusive interview with CEO Insights, Rohan Jain, Co-Founder, The Wellness Co., shares his perspectives on the significance of a contemporary work environment in helping entrepreneurs maintain their mental and physical fitness.
What motivated you to pursue a career in the Wellness industry?
I grew up in the US and began playing tennis competitively at a young age, eventually pursuing a college tennis scholarship. During my training years, I relied heavily on advanced recovery therapies such as red light therapy, cryotherapy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, treatments that are now a core part of The Wellness Co.’s offerings. These therapies not only enhanced my performance but also shaped my belief in the power of preventive wellness.
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The idea of creating a wellness ecosystem had always been on my mind, and when I returned to India, I noticed a clear gap. Access to science-backed therapies was limited, and the holistic, integrated approach I had experienced abroad simply didn’t exist here. That inspired me to establish The Wellness Co.
What started with one center in Gurugram offering just a handful of services has now grown into a network across nine cities, with more than 14 centers and over 50 globally validated therapies. It’s been a journey of turning a personal passion into a larger mission to redefine how India experiences wellness.
What strategies can contemporary entrepreneurs use to maintain their fitness amidst their packed agendas? What suggestions would you offer?
For entrepreneurs, the lifestyle can undoubtedly be quite demanding. The daily pressures of running a business are significant, as circumstances can fluctuate rapidly, and changes can happen unexpectedly.
Therefore, prioritizing one’s health is crucial; it may be the most vital step they can take to avoid burnout. Emphasizing both physical fitness and mental well-being is essential. That’s why spending time in an environment like this can have a profound impact.
Even dedicating a few hours each week here can greatly influence your mood and how you tackle the various challenges that arise in your daily life as a high-performing entrepreneur. Thus, it’s critical to carve out time for activity, whether through sports or simply staying active, as it holds great significance.
What are the steps to create a team and promote an environment of innovation within that team?
We truly value the concept of ownership. Instead of referring to our clinic managers as managers, we designate them as clinic owners. This approach fosters a sense of ownership, making them accountable for their clinic's performance and the well-being of their team. It is crucial to place the right individuals in these positions to oversee operations effectively.
Ultimately, these individuals are the ones who engage with clients daily, delivering therapies in the manner needed and adhering to the standard operating procedures we have established over the past four years. Therefore, it is essential to empower people with a sense of ownership, allowing them to feel fulfilled in their roles, a goal we have achieved successfully over the last few years.
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What strategies have you implemented to remain ahead of the curve in the future?
The strategy is, in fact, quite straightforward. We aim to nearly double our clinic's footprint. Moving ahead, we are also developing a wellness retreat. This will be our first foray into hospitality, featuring luxurious five-star accommodations that will include everything currently offered by our wellness center, in addition to many new features.
The retreat will incorporate practices such as Ayurveda, naturopathy, sound healing, meditation, and overall mind and soul wellness, creating a comprehensive wellness program for guests.
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What is your advice for the budding Industry Leaders?
The obstacles faced by new leaders will vary from one individual to another. However, I believe that persevering through the initial stages of a business, specifically the first eight to twelve months, is the hardest part of launching any venture; enduring this phase is crucial.
Following this, establishing a sustainable business model will clearly become a primary focus. Furthermore, it’s essential to prioritize your personal health and well-being during this journey, as it will significantly contribute to your long-term success.
Even dedicating a few hours each week here can greatly influence your mood and how you tackle the various challenges that arise in your daily life as a high-performing entrepreneur. Thus, it’s critical to carve out time for activity, whether through sports or simply staying active, as it holds great significance.
What are the steps to create a team and promote an environment of innovation within that team?
We truly value the concept of ownership. Instead of referring to our clinic managers as managers, we designate them as clinic owners. This approach fosters a sense of ownership, making them accountable for their clinic's performance and the well-being of their team. It is crucial to place the right individuals in these positions to oversee operations effectively.
It is essential to empower people with a sense of ownership, allowing them to feel fulfilled in their roles, a goal we have achieved successfully over the last few years
Ultimately, these individuals are the ones who engage with clients daily, delivering therapies in the manner needed and adhering to the standard operating procedures we have established over the past four years. Therefore, it is essential to empower people with a sense of ownership, allowing them to feel fulfilled in their roles, a goal we have achieved successfully over the last few years.
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What strategies have you implemented to remain ahead of the curve in the future?
The strategy is, in fact, quite straightforward. We aim to nearly double our clinic's footprint. Moving ahead, we are also developing a wellness retreat. This will be our first foray into hospitality, featuring luxurious five-star accommodations that will include everything currently offered by our wellness center, in addition to many new features.
The retreat will incorporate practices such as Ayurveda, naturopathy, sound healing, meditation, and overall mind and soul wellness, creating a comprehensive wellness program for guests.
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What is your advice for the budding Industry Leaders?
The obstacles faced by new leaders will vary from one individual to another. However, I believe that persevering through the initial stages of a business, specifically the first eight to twelve months, is the hardest part of launching any venture; enduring this phase is crucial.
Following this, establishing a sustainable business model will clearly become a primary focus. Furthermore, it’s essential to prioritize your personal health and well-being during this journey, as it will significantly contribute to your long-term success.