In this episode of The Holistic Entrepreneur Podcast, Zane Myers interviews Rafael Akobundu, an immigrant entrepreneur who transitioned from nursing to founding both a hospice care service and a cash-based men’s health clinic in Seattle, WA.
Inside this episode:
The real story behind growing a team of 31 employees
Why Seattle was the launch pad for his men’s clinic
How to navigate regulations & risk in healthcare startups
Why saying “no” and delegating changed everything
What Rafael learned about family, freedom & faith in business
Patient success stories that drive purpose in practice
This one’s for founders, health pros, and anyone chasing impact + independence.
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🕒 Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction and Background of Rafael Akobundu
02:25 – Transition from Nursing to Entrepreneurship
05:02 – Building the Hospice Business
08:53 – Growth and Scaling of the Hospice Business
10:31 – Launching the Men's Health Clinic
12:52 – Regulatory Challenges in Men's Health
14:43 – Choosing Seattle for Expansion
16:30 – Lessons Learned and Future Considerations
17:48 – Growing Older and Wiser in Business
19:32 – The Art of Saying No
20:51 – The Power of Delegation
22:07 – Balancing Family and Work
23:50 – Reflections on Business Decisions
24:51 – Risk-Taking in Business
25:39 – Community-Based Care in Hospice
27:48 – Challenges in Healthcare Business
29:06 – Navigating Growth and Expansion
32:19 – Success Stories in Testosterone Treatment
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