Today we’d like to introduce you to Chantel Rodriguez.
Hi Chantel, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My journey into entrepreneurship began with the pregnancy of my son seven years ago. I really wanted to become the healthiest version of myself for him so I began researching a more holistic, wellness-based lifestyle. Eventually, my research would be requested by friends and family who saw the positive effects it was having on my mind and body. To make the information easily accessible, I started Choose Love Blog and began my journey into the content creation world.
Since that early time in my career, I’ve gone on to work with tons of major brands, hosted workshops on mindset + brand strategy and am the proud host of the Wellness Beast podcast. In addition to this, I am also 1 of 20 members for the nationwide 2021 Ulta Beauty Collective, a founding member for the Food & Wellness Equity Collective and overall just a goal-getting, creative Latina empowering others in down to earth wellness.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
I wouldn’t say the road was smooth, but it was definitely educational! As a first-time business owner, there is certainly a learning curve involved but the determination to succeed was always there.
When I shifted my blog from a hobby into a lucrative career, I didn’t really know what I was doing. There were so many things I pretended to know along the way and figured it out as I went. Some of those struggles included understanding my value, implementing systems of organization and learning to develop quality work just to name a few.
Overall though, I wouldn’t change a thing in my journey and choose to live by the motto “Learn it til you earn it” instead of “Fake it til you make it”.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
As a creator, I specialize in various mediums of work that include photography, videography, coaching, makeup and art. One creative series I’m best known for is my #WildLipWednesdays where I paint empowering and fun images on my lips. Being that the internet is saturated with creators, I try to separate myself in unique ways like this while still staying true to the ethos of my brand.
Alright, so to wrap up, is there anything else you’d like to share with us?
A huge part of my mission is to help others recognize that wellness is more than just eating healthy food and doing yoga. Wellness is a state of mind that translates into all aspects of life – including business! When we recognize the power that we possess to thrive in these areas, the possibilities truly become endless.
My approach to education is one of empathy and nonjudgment and I happily invite anyone who needs a little guidance to connect with me anytime! I also offer Business Mindset one on one coaching calls where I help others to develop sound strategies for their entrepreneurial success.
Contact Info:
- Email: Info@chooseloveblog.com
- Website: https://chooseloveblog.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chooseloveart/
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/chooseloveart
- Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/chooseloveblog
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chooseloveblog
- Other: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMdVuthaU/
Image Credits
Augusto Herrera
