We had the good fortune of connecting with Ceci Cano and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ceci, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
I worked in the stressful corporate healthcare world for 9 years too long. I worked my way up the corporate ladder only to be left feeling unfulfilled with no chance of a real work-life balance. After I had my 1st child in January of 2020 I knew I needed a change. I wanted to start my own business to have more control over my life and to make time for my family. Most importantly I wanted a business that meant something to me and actually helped other people. Health and Wellness has always been a passion of mine so when the opportunity presented itself to start my own Health Coaching business I took it as a sign from God and ran with it full force!

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
My Coach Ceci is a virtual Health Coaching business. My business enables me to personally coach people all over the U.S.. I focus on coaching people in both healthy body and healthy mind while guiding them through a health & wellness program that is suited for their own personal needs. Our program teaches you how to achieve your goals through healthy habits. Real change starts when you’re fed up and ready to unlearn old habits that no longer serve you.

What sets our program apart, it’s not a quick fix. It’s education, nutrition and mental health. Once you achieve your healthy weight, you maintain it by applying the lifelong healthy habits that are taken with you.

It was a little tricky getting started. I wanted to have a successful business but also didn’t want to let it consume me. The sleepless nights of starting my business and everything it required were only temporary and have set me up for the flexibility and work-life balance I’ve always wanted.

The main lesson I learned as far as starting your own business: You can easily lose sight of your initial motivation as with anything in life, if you make it a habit and stay consistent – only then will you follow it all the way through! STAY CONSISTENT!

I want everyone to know their health & happiness dreams can become a reality with one healthy habit at a time. I welcome you to partner with me! Let’s get healthy! Your future self with thank you!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Start with some of my favorites … Best Grilled Steak: MeatMojo.com – hosts Steak Nights at various locations around Houston depending on the day of the week.

Best Ramen: Tiger Den on Bellaire Blvd.
Best Sushi: Nippon Japanese Restaurant on Montrose Blvd.
Best Authentic Thai Food: Thai Gourmet on Richmond Ave.
Best Vietnamese Food: Mai’s Restaurant on Milam St.
Best Vegan Eats: Loving Hut on South Kirkwood Rd.

For relaxation/meditation: Tickets to catch a sunrise or sunset at James Turrell’s “Twilight Epiphany” Skyspace at Rice University.

For a dose of Vitamin D: Hermann Park Japanese garden and McGovern Centennial Gardens for a relaxing and scenic outdoor walk.

For creativity: Houston street art/wall murals for some cool and unique Instagram worthy shots. https://houstonmuralmap.com

Last but not least, I’d take them to Hope City Church on W. Sam Houston Pkwy. North for some inspiration and food for the soul before they go.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My partner in life and best friend, Andy. He is the one who gave me the courage to quit my corporate job and go after my dreams. He has always been very supportive of me and encouraged me not to settle for anything that didn’t bring me happiness. I’m very blessed to have his love and support.

Website: https://www.mycoachceci.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycoachceci

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mycoachceci

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MyCoachCeci

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