Nicole Goode is a Certified Functional Medicine Consultant, Registered Nutritional Therapist (BANT CNHC) and BANT-Registered Nutritionist. She’s the creator of The MitoImmune® Method, and author of the bestselling book, Optimal YOU.

Nicole has been instrumental in helping Chris recover from adrenal burnout and gut health challenges, and in this episode, they discuss how leaders and entrepreneurs can protect their energy, manage stress, and avoid burnout.

Nicole explains what functional medicine really is (and isn’t), why adrenal health matters so much for high achievers, and the surprising connection between gut health and immunity. Together, they dive into the hidden costs of chronic stress and outline three simple, free, and highly effective practices that anyone can start today to boost resilience and performance without sacrificing their wellbeing.

Whether you’re leading a business, a team, or simply your own busy life, this conversation will give you the tools to protect your health for the long-haul.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why adrenal health is critical for leaders and entrepreneurs
• The difference between stress that fuels you and stress that destroys you
• The link between gut health, immunity, and burnout
• How low-level daily stressors quietly erode performance
• Three simple and free practices to lower stress naturally
• The truth about supplements, what’s worth taking, and what isn’t

EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:

• 02:25 - Nicole Goode's Background and Functional Medicine
• 04:19 - Understanding Functional Medicine and Chronic Illness
• 06:18 - Chris' Personal Health Journey with Nicole
• 07:32 - The Importance of Adrenal Health
• 09:59 - Stress and Its Impact on Health
• 16:23 - Practical Tips for Reducing Stress
• 20:29 - The Power of Nature for Well-being
• 21:25 - Improving Sleep Hygiene
• 22:35 - Managing Screen Time and Notifications
• 27:43 - The Role of Diet in Adrenal Health
• 28:50 - Practical Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Get Your Copy of The Long-Haul Leader
• Connect with Chris on Instagram
• Check Out Nicole’s Book, Optimal YOU
• Connect with Nicole on Instagram
• Nicole’s Website

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Jeff Walker is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling book, Launch. He started his first online business in 1996 and pioneered the very idea of the online launch. His “Product Launch Formula” transformed the online marketing world from the day it was released in 2005. Now all these years later, the Product Launch Formula brand is the gold standard in the online entrepreneurial training market.

In this episode, Chris and Jeff talk about how Jeff has continued to build a sustainable business in today’s noisy online world, why succession planning is top of mind, and how personal mastery practices like meditation, evening shutdown rituals, and gratitude tapping have made him a better leader, husband, and human being.

Whether you’re thinking about scaling, planning your legacy, or simply trying to lead without burning out, this conversation is packed with wisdom from one of the best in the game.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• From live events to virtual summits and back again, Jeff shares how his business model evolved through COVID and beyond
• Why the last five years have required more effort to achieve the same results and how to keep innovating in a noisy marketplace
• How Jeff is preparing the next generation (including his own children) to step into leadership and keep the business thriving long after he steps back
• The importance of focus days, intentional morning routines, and a strict 5 PM shutdown ritual for better health and productivity
• Meditation, gratitude practices, and sleep as true superpowers for being a magnetic, long-term leader

EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:

• 03:13 - Jeff Walker's Business Philosophy and Evolution
• 05:01 - Navigating Changes and Challenges in Online Business
• 07:08 - Succession Planning and Family Involvement
• 13:02 - Daily Routines and Personal Mastery
• 18:21 - Finding the Perfect Workout Routine
• 21:54 - Balancing Business and Personal Life
• 24:52 - The Impact of Meditation and Gratitude
• 30:38 - The Journey of Leadership

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Get Your Copy of The Long-Haul Leader
• Connect with Chris on Instagram
• Listen to This is Online Business
• Connect with Jeff on Instagram
• Jeff’s Website

SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW:

Be sure to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcast player) — it helps more long-haul leaders like you discover the show and join the journey.

Thanks for listening to The Long-Haul Leader podcast. See you next week with more insights to help you lead with purpose, resilience, and impact.

In this very special solo episode, Chris celebrates the launch of his brand-new book, The Long-Haul Leader. After years of writing, refining, and living the lessons inside its pages, Chris shares the full introduction to the book with listeners.

You’ll hear his deeply personal story of burnout, recovery, and reinvention. From 16-hour days as a call center CEO, to a powerful realization that hustle can’t be a lifestyle. Instead, true success is about setting the right pace, protecting your energy, and building something that lasts.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to hustle harder, this episode will give you both the permission and the tools to embrace a healthier, more sustainable path to leadership and entrepreneurship.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why hustle is powerful, but only in short, strategic bursts
• The hidden costs of burnout and how to spot the warning signs
• The shift from “hustler” to “long-haul leader” and what it really takes
• The 10 core practices every long-haul leader embodies
• How to align your business, relationships, and health for long-term success

EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:

• 01:00 - Celebrating the Launch of Chris’ Book
• 02:07 - The Journey to Becoming a Long-Haul Leader
• 05:14 - The Turning Point: Embracing a New Approach
• 08:27 - The Realization: Hustle is Not Sustainable
• 14:28 - The Path to Recovery and Sustainable Success
• 21:29 - Introducing Long-Haul Leadership Principles

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Get Your Copy of The Long-Haul Leader
• Connect with Chris on Instagram

SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW:

Be sure to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcast player) — it helps more long-haul leaders like you discover the show and join the journey.

Thanks for listening to The Long-Haul Leader podcast. See you next week with more insights to help you lead with purpose, resilience, and impact.