From Fitness to Founder: Adam Von Rothfelder on Strong Coffee, Mental Health & Entrepreneurship #47

In this powerful episode of The Ain’t Dead Yet Podcast, we sit down with Adam Von Rothfelder, founder of Strong Coffee Company, to talk all things entrepreneurship, mental wellness, and the pursuit of authentic living. Adam shares his inspiring journey from being a fitness trainer to building a mission-driven coffee brand that blends wellness with daily ritual. We dive into the realities of building a brand, the mental and emotional challenges behind entrepreneurship, and the importance of staying grounded while scaling a business.

 

00:00 Introduction

01:33 Authenticity and Social Media Struggles

05:08 Fitness Industry Critique

06:35 Personal Fitness Journey and Challenges

13:54 Running Mechanics and Training Insights

24:38 Mental Health and Fitness Balance

34:42 Strong Coffee Origins

38:30 Starting a Coffee Company

39:38 The Power of Consistency

40:08 Strong Coffee's Unique Appeal

41:23 Customer Loyalty and High Demand

42:51 Challenges in the Coffee Industry

45:30 Passion and Hard Work

47:09 Finding the Right Circle

54:23 Authenticity in Promotion

01:11:07 Introducing the Vegan Latte with Protein

01:11:29 Testing and Comparing Protein Sources

01:12:07 New Flavors and Hydration Drink Launch

01:12:51 Balancing Business and Passion Projects

01:14:16 Creating Value in the Supplement Market

01:18:04 The Importance of Authentic Content

01:25:07 Morning Routines and Coffee Rituals

01:33:11 The Science Behind Strong Coffee

01:39:51 Future Plans and Community Engagement

01:43:00 Conclusion

 

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