In this episode of Married to the Startup, Alicia and George discuss health and wellness, including their own fitness routines and experiments with biohacking. They also talk about the benefits and drawbacks of the keto diet and the rise of plant-based meat alternatives. The conversation then shifts to work-life balance and the proposed California bill that would allow workers to ignore their bosses during off hours. Alicia and George share their thoughts on the importance of personal choice and accountability in finding the right balance between work and personal life.TakeawaysHealth and wellness should be a priority in everyone's life, but it's important to find a balance that works for you.Experimenting with different fitness routines and biohacking techniques can help improve overall well-being.The keto diet and plant-based meat alternatives are popular trends in the health and wellness space.Work-life balance is a personal choice and requires setting boundaries and prioritizing what is important to you.Legislating work-life balance may not be the solution, as it is ultimately up to individuals to find the right balance for themselves.Sound Bites"I feel like I'm missing something when I'm not focusing on some portion of my health and wellness.""I'm more into doing what you tell me."Chapters00:00 Health and Wellness09:15 Biohacking and Fitness Experiments13:00 The Keto Diet and Plant-Based Meat26:18 Personal Choice and AccountabilityFollow George and Alicia! https://www.instagram.com/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.instagram.com/marriedtothestartuphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gemckenzie/www.linkedin.com/in/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.aliciamckenzie.com/https://llammedia.com/

In this episode, Alicia and George McKenzie discuss various topics related to starting and running a business, the impact of social media on children, and financial advice for women. They emphasize the importance of follow-through and hard work in entrepreneurship and the need for consistency and persistence. They also highlight the negative effects of social media on children's development and the decline of play and independence. Additionally, they discuss the difference between financial advice for men and women and provide insights into investing in real estate and index funds.TakeawaysStarting a business requires follow-through and hard work.Social media can have a negative impact on children's development.Financial advice should not be gendered and should focus on the basics of saving, investing, and planning.Investing in real estate and index funds can be effective strategies for building wealth.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Favorite Topics00:31 Starting a Business vs. Keeping a Business Going01:29 The Importance of Follow-Through and Hard Work03:20 The Complexity of Operating a Business in Multiple States04:17 The Mundane Tasks of Running a Business05:14 The Importance of Consistency and Persistence06:38 The Problem with Gendered Terms in Business07:32 The Negative Impact of Social Media on Children11:11 The Hostile Environment for Children's Development13:03 The Decline of Play and Independence in Children15:24 Financial Advice for Women24:24 The Basics of Financial Advice28:15 The Importance of Planning for Financial Success31:05 Investing in Real Estate and Index FundsTony Robbins: These 3 Investments Will Make You RichEnd the Phone Based Childhood Now Follow George and Alicia! https://www.instagram.com/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.instagram.com/marriedtothestartuphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gemckenzie/www.linkedin.com/in/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.aliciamckenzie.com/https://llammedia.com/

SummaryIn this episode, Alicia and George McKenzie discuss their experiences traveling with their five entrepreneurial children. They talk about the challenges and joys of traveling as a multiracial family and share tips for booking airline tickets and navigating airports with kids. They also discuss their love for Disney cruises and the importance of exposing their children to different cultures and experiences. The episode highlights the importance of intentionality and perspective when traveling with children.TakeawaysTraveling as a multiracial family can present unique challenges and opportunities for growth.Booking airline tickets for a large family requires careful planning and tracking of flight prices.Traveling with kids can be made easier by booking seats together and allowing each child to have their own suitcase and backpack.Disney cruises offer a great experience for families and can be made more affordable by using credit card rewards.Exposing children to different cultures and experiences through travel is important for their personal growth and development.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background00:58 Traveling with Children07:23 Booking Airline Tickets08:12 Tips for Traveling with Kids11:14 Compromise and Unexpected Surprises23:07 Starting Small and Working UpFollow George and Alicia! https://www.instagram.com/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.instagram.com/marriedtothestartuphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gemckenzie/www.linkedin.com/in/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.aliciamckenzie.com/https://llammedia.com/

SummaryIn this episode, Alicia and George McKenzie introduce themselves as the hosts of the podcast 'Married to the Start-Up.' They discuss their background in IT startup and health and wellness, as well as their experience in investment and real estate. They also talk about their approach to balancing entrepreneurship and family life, including the challenge of raising children in a wealthy society. The couple shares their origin stories and how they got into entrepreneurship, including their experience owning a CrossFit gym. They emphasize the importance of taking action and implementing ideas in order to succeed as an entrepreneur. The principal themes of the conversation are consistency, balancing work and personal life, and the importance of prioritizing and time management. The speakers emphasize the need for consistency in various aspects of life, such as content creation, being an author, and forming habits. They discuss how they balance their roles as entrepreneurs, parents, and partners, highlighting the importance of setting boundaries and finding time for each other. They also touch on the challenges of managing a large family and the support they have in place. The speakers stress the importance of focusing on what works for oneself rather than following societal expectations or trends.TakeawaysAlicia and George McKenzie have backgrounds in IT startup and health and wellness, and they also invest in real estate.They prioritize being present for their children while also enjoying the life they have created for themselves.The couple owned a CrossFit gym for several years before selling it and transitioning to working out at home.They emphasize the importance of taking action and implementing ideas in order to succeed as an entrepreneur. Consistency is key in various aspects of life, including content creation, writing, and forming habits.Juggling work and personal life requires setting boundaries and finding time for each other.Managing a large family can be challenging, but having support in place can make it easier.It's important to focus on what works for oneself rather than following societal expectations or trends.Chapters00:00 Introduction03:49 Teaser and Intro06:13 Background and Upbringing08:28 George's Journey in Entrepreneurship11:59 CrossFit Experience and Starting a Gym14:01 Alicia's Role in Execution16:25 Implementing Ideas and Consistency19:09 Working Together as a Couple22:08 Finding Time for Each Other22:57 Being Busy vs Being Accomplished26:43 Time Blocking and Prioritization29:27 Controlled ChaosFollow George and Alicia! https://www.instagram.com/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.instagram.com/marriedtothestartuphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gemckenzie/www.linkedin.com/in/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.aliciamckenzie.com/https://llammedia.com/

In this episode, Alicia and George McKenzie introduce themselves as the hosts of the podcast 'Married to the Start-Up.' They discuss their background in IT startup and health and wellness, as well as their experience in investment and real estate. They also talk about their approach to balancing entrepreneurship and family life, including the challenge of raising children in a wealthy society.Follow George and Alicia! https://www.instagram.com/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.instagram.com/marriedtothestartuphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gemckenzie/www.linkedin.com/in/liftlikeamotherhttps://www.aliciamckenzie.com/https://llammedia.com/