A Founder's Life
Join me as I explore the powerful intersection of entrepreneurship, health & wellness, and parenthood. In each episode, I’ll be interviewing inspiring individuals who excel in one or more of these areas, sharing their stories, insights, and lessons. My goal is to provide valuable takeaways that can help you thrive both personally and professionally.
A Founder's Life
The Psychology of High Achievement - Keala Kanae - S3 - E3
What if the real key to success isn’t hustle—but alignment?
In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sits down with Keala Kanae—former affiliate marketing mogul turned founder of Inspirian—to explore how values, psychology, and neuroscience drive true peak performance.
From living in his mom’s spare room with a 500 credit score to building and exiting a $140M business, Keala shares the painful moment that forced him to look inward—and the path that led him to redefine everything from health to leadership to family.
🔑 This is a masterclass in personal responsibility, performance psychology, and living a purpose-driven life.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why most entrepreneurs chase the wrong goals
- How to align your values with your business strategy
- The truth about “balance” (and what to do instead)
- The power of self-awareness and internal motivation
- Keala’s approach to health as a business investment
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⏱ Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:44 From coffee shop to CEO
02:30 The moment that changed everything
05:00 Rebuilding life from rock bottom
07:50 The mirror of leadership
10:45 Defining family, relationships, and commitment
13:30 Health as a business investment
17:45 What “fun” really looks like for high performers
20:05 Redefining balance and values
24:00 Advice for founders
25:50 Where to find Keala
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