Dialling In Like a Founder: Wellness in Entrepreneurship
- Averey Peter
- Jul 1
- 2 min read
Let’s be honest, we don’t usually associate lettuce with leadership. But Cole Mucci, founder of KingsOne Farms, is doing more than growing food. He’s modelling a lifestyle that every high-performing entrepreneur should pay attention to.
Before a single crop is planted, Cole is up at 5:30 AM, lifting weights, structuring his day, and dialling in the physical and mental habits that fuel his work. His operation isn’t live yet, but his discipline already is. And that’s the key lesson: how you show up as a leader starts long before the results.
At SCELTA, we work with construction founders and operators who are balancing massive demands. Time, pressure, expectations — all of it stacks up. Which is why wellness in entrepreneurship isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s the engine that keeps you consistent.
Why Wellness in Entrepreneurship Isn’t Just for Instagram
“You want to do good in business? Take care of yourself,” Cole says.
It sounds simple. But if you’ve built anything from scratch, you know how easily self-care slips down the priority list. Still, the entrepreneurs who last and lead don’t wait for burnout to start dialling in.
Here’s what wellness really looks like for construction and development pros:
Waking up with intention (not reaction)
Building in movement, even during site days
Creating space for reflection, family, or breath
Choosing inputs (food, media, people) that support the output
None of this requires perfection. But it does require a plan.
Your Health is a Business Asset
Cole’s routine isn’t aesthetic, it’s functional. He knows that staying sharp, calm, and energized affects how he handles stress, manages timelines, and leads people.
“That 5:30 AM gym time gets me going,” he says. “If I skip it, the whole day feels off.”
The same applies to foremen, site supers, and CEOs. Physical and mental health shape how we show up in conflict, creativity, and clarity. When your decisions impact clients, crews, and cash flow, wellness is operational.
Design a Routine That Works for You
Wellness doesn’t need to be a 90-minute smoothie-fuelled morning ceremony. Cole’s approach is real:
Lift early
Work with purpose
Carve out space for family
Drop the guilt around rest
The truth is, what matters is consistency. Just building a rhythm that keeps your tank full while your business grows.
Takeaway: How You Live Shapes How You Lead
Cole Mucci isn’t scaling Kings One Farms with hustle culture. He’s scaling it with discipline, care, and community. That’s wellness in entrepreneurship.
Whether you’re launching a new site or running multiple divisions, your energy sets the tone. Show up full. Show up focused. The people around you and the business you’re building will feel it.
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