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Phil, the founder of Rise Up Retreats, discusses the evolution of his surf retreat business and the challenges and rewards of running a people-focused company. He emphasizes the importance of creating a welcoming and supportive environment for guests and the value of connection and community. Philip also shares his journey of finding balance between work and personal well-being, as well as his commitment to giving back to the community through Rise Up Kids International.
Links to what we discussed in the episode
- Creating a supportive and welcoming environment is crucial for a successful retreat experience.
- Balancing work and personal well-being is essential for long-term success and fulfillment.
- Connection and community are key aspects of a fulfilling surf retreat experience.
- Giving back to the community can have a positive impact and create meaningful change.
- Finding balance and setting boundaries is important for personal growth and well-being. Barbados offers incredible surfing opportunities and a strong connection to the ocean.
- Small interactions can have a profound impact on one's day and should be embraced.
- Understanding the technical aspects of surfing deepens the connection to the ocean.
- Surfing with family can be a special and meaningful experience.
- Rise Up Retreats focuses on creating amazing experiences and connecting people.
00:00 Introduction and High Season
02:03 The Beginnings of Rise Up Retreats
03:00 Expansion to Other Locations
04:06 Challenges and Changes
05:31 Logistics and Stability
06:40 Balancing Work and Personal Life
07:28 Creating a Welcoming and Supportive Environment
09:32 The Importance of Connection and Community
11:19 Improving Surfing Skills On and Off the Wave
13:07 Balancing Work and Personal Well-being
14:58 Leadership and Growth
16:08 The Privilege of Working with People
18:59 Protecting Personal Energy and Boundaries
20:44 Creating a Dream Life
23:21 Giving Back to the Community
25:57 A Day on a Rise Up Retreat
28:02 Barbados and the Path to Surfing
34:41 Connection to Barbados and Surfing
39:50 Barbados: A Hard Place to Describe
40:00 Surfing in Barbados
41:06 The Power of Small Interactions
42:20 Growing Up in Barbados
42:51 The Waves in Barbados
43:22 Easy Access to Different Spots in Barbados
44:13 Understanding the Ocean and Surfing
44:59 The Language of Surfers
46:19 The Nuances of Surfing
47:03 The Weather and Surfing
48:13 The Motivation to Surf
49:06 Surfing with Family
50:06 The Connection to the Ocean
51:18 Connecting with Students from Morro Bay
52:28 Unlikely Connections
53:58 Focus on Nicaragua for Rise Up Retreats
54:38 Creating Amazing Experiences
55:19 Building a Strong Foundation in Nicaragua
56:14 Rebuilding and Restructuring After COVID
57:05 Connecting People and Creating Positive Change
57:53 Surrounding Yourself with Positive People
58:30 Conclusion
