#135 - Finding open-mindedness and changing “no” to “yes” | Mike Haney & Ben Grynol

Hormones, which are essential to women’s health, have an impact on our daily lives. Hormonal imbalances can cause a variety of issues, including fatigue, weight gain, and menstrual problems. Hormones also help us regulate metabolism, stress, sleep, and blood sugar. Listen as Dr. Trevor Cates and Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew discuss women’s health, hormonal imbalances, stress management, and skin health. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Dr. Trevor Cates and Levels’ Dr. Lauren Kelly-Chew discuss: (3:21) — How Dr. Cates started her personal journey and interest in hormonal health (08:11) Realizing the connection between hormonal imbalances and health issues (15:36) — The four pillars that help you get back to your body’s natural rhythms (21:48) — Choosing better food and better products to reset hormonal imbalance (27:20) — Timeline for recovery from hormonal imbalances (30:55) — Getting to the root of issues instead of just suppressing symptoms (33:00) — Be the CEO of your own health (35:28) — Birth control pills are not the be-all, end-all for hormonal health (43:21) — Clean, natural skincare and the makings of the Spa Dr. skincare line (48:25) — Be in charge of your recovery towards hormonal health Transcript 🔗 Helpful links: Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drkelleychew

13 Syys 202250min

For a company to work effectively in an async environment, you need to consider several factors, such as processes, documentation, and communication tools. In this episode, Rachel Sanders, CEO of Rootine, explains why it is important to promote a positive work environment and create boundaries in her conversation with Michael ‘Miz’ Mizrahi. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

12 Syys 202252min

PCOS, commonly known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a condition with multiple epigenetic components and a number of symptoms to look out for, including irregular menstruation and excessive hair growth. Learn how to treat PCOS naturally with diet and lifestyle changes in this Doc Talk with Levels Research Design Lead Dr. Azure Grant and Cissy Hu. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Azure Grant & Cissy Hu discuss: (02:21) – What is PCOS? (03:14) – What are the signs and symptoms of PCOS? (05:11) – What are the criteria for a PCOS diagnosis? (06:36) – The impact of delayed diagnosis (11:40) – Can diet help PCOS symptoms? (12:38) – Don’t just rely on food (13:51) – What are phytonutrients? (14:46) – How intermittent fasting can help PCOS symptoms (18:37) – Characterizing glucose phenotypes Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/gs4nhuaRv-8 How continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can help with infertility and PCOS: https://levelshealth.com/blog/how-continuous-glucose-monitoring-cgm-can-help-with-infertility-and-pcos/ How a CGM helped Abby O’Connor find a diet that eased her PCOS: https://levelshealth.com/blog/how-a-cgm-helped-abby-oconnor-find-a-diet-that-eased-her-pcos/ Edie Horstman uses a CGM to help make better food choices while living with PCOS: https://levelshealth.com/blog/edie-horstman-uses-a-cgm-to-help-make-better-food-choices-while-living-with-pcos/ Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

8 Syys 202223min

How do women’s health and the menstrual cycle link to metabolic health? This understudied population gets a deep dive in this episode of Doc Talk with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew, our Head of Clinical Product. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew & Jackie Tsontakis discuss: (04:46) – The menstrual cycle goes beyond menstruation (07:19) – The lack of research on the menstrual cycle (12:04) – The connection between hormones and insulin sensitivity (14:50) – Testosterone and the female body (17:05) – Listen to your body (18:05) – How to satisfy cravings in a healthy way (23:12) – Hormone fluctuations are normal (28:41) – It’s okay if keto doesn’t work for you (32:43) – Keto wasn’t designed for women Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drkelleychew

5 Syys 202235min

How does the creative process happen in a remote-first and async work environment? Design and creativity move from in-person, collaborative whiteboards and sticky notes to the use of Loom and other documentation tools in an asynchronous environment. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Ben Grynol and Alan McLean discuss: (09:46) – More exploration time (11:46) – The importance of subconscious design work (14:09) – Help people give good feedback (18:14) – Async evens the playing field (24:19) – The value of Loom (28:25) – You need interaction (36:40) – Document and discuss (41:21) – Critique is essential (47:34) – Async isn’t for everyone Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

1 Syys 202250min

A Product Manager’s goals are advocating for the needs of the client and the team. Here’s a look into what the Product Manager role in tech startups looks like in terms of ownership, leadership, and communication in this conversation between Patrick Malatack & Maz Brumand. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Patrick Malatack & Levels’ Maz Brumand discuss: (06:07) – Help your team be successful (07:43) – Advocate for the needs of the customer (11:45) – Don’t give employees responsibilities they don’t own (14:43) – You shouldn’t need committees (24:00) – Use your own product (28:29) – Cut bad features (31:09) – Be efficient with your time (34:39) – The difference between stress and pressure (38:55) – Communicate the company’s goals (41:54) – Let people call you out Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/2y7e_ZoQPZ4 Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1 📲 Connect: Connect with Patrick Malatack on Twitter: https://twitter.com/patrickmalatack Connect with Patrick on Instagram: https://instagram.com/patrickmalatack

29 Elo 20221h

When overseeing a startup, a CEO needs a well-functioning organizational design. This helps evaluate the performance of the team, make sure functions are coordinating and executing efficiently, and communicate and set objectives. In this conversation, bestselling author of Brave New Work, Aaron Dignan, talks with Levels CEO, Sam Corcos. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Aaron Dignan & Levels’ Sam Corcos discuss: (17:29) – Don’t turn performance management into a binary (21:21) – Commitments and outcomes (22:10) – Performance is a team sport (37:10) – Create a culture of constraint (42:59) – Don’t micromanage (51:27) – The hierarchy of work (56:16) – The power to object (01:05:08) – Find the right role (01:06:45) – The power of mixed roles Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/e5PzZwONxn8 Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Aaron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aarondignan

25 Elo 20221h 11min

When is it beneficial to welcome influencers to your marketing plan? Here are the details on how Levels thinks about influencer marketing, partnership endorsements, relationship management, and organic growth in this chat between Tom Griffin, Jackie Tsontakis, & Steph Coates. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Tom Griffin, Jackie Tsontakis, and Steph Coates discuss: (02:56) – What does partnership mean? (07:15) – The influence of content creators (15:01) – Why we’re focusing on a specific audience (17:28) – Offer access to the people who need it most (20:13) – How partnership can pressure food companies into having higher standards (28:08) – The Ferriss Effect (33:33) – Finding the right partnerships (41:30) – How async has shaped Levels (50:12) – The challenges of scaling Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steph on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-coates

22 Elo 202251min