Kreatures Of Habit Podcast

In this episode of the Creatures of Habit podcast, host Michael Chernow sits down with Andrew Aguero to delve into the intricacies of the restaurant industry, sharing personal anecdotes and discussing the nuanced challenge of leading a team in such a dynamic environment. 

They talk about the essentiality of leading by example, the concept of service both in and out of the restaurant, and the inevitable transition from the restaurant world to a more balanced lifestyle focusing on wellness. From hilarious and stressful restaurant stories to key lessons in leadership and the importance of supporting one's community, Michael and Andrew provide a heartfelt exchange about life, leadership, and personal growth. 

Don't miss this heartfelt, informative, and truly inspirational episode filled with practical advice and genuine human connection.

TIME STAMPS
03:44 The Restaurant Industry: A Community of Opportunity
09:29 Opening Restaurants: Challenges and Rewards
13:31 Restaurant Nightmares and Lessons Learned
27:17 The Magic of Restaurant Atmosphere
32:50 Creating Memorable Guest Experiences
33:59 Leading with Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
35:44 Understanding and Connecting with Your Team
37:06 The Complexity of the Restaurant Industry
42:52 Transitioning to a Wellness-Focused Lifestyle
47:36 The Power of Habits and Fitness
54:31 Building Meaningful Relationships and Networks
01:00:59 Final Thoughts and Reflections

In this episode of Monday Moments, entrepreneur Michael Chernow introduces the Daily Bar, Kreatures of Habit’s revolutionary plant-based protein bar designed to redefine clean, functional snacking. Packed with 20 grams of plant-based protein and 3 grams of creatine, the Daily Bar was developed over two and a half years with more than 50 research and development iterations to perfect its taste, texture, and formulation.Michael breaks down what sets this bar apart from traditional protein bars—including ultra-low added sugar (under 1 gram in Chocolate Peanut Butter Banger and under 3 grams in Cookie Dough Dazzler), real food ingredients, and absolutely no seed oils or sugar alcohols. The Daily Bar is also non-GMO, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a gut-friendly option for athletes, entrepreneurs, and anyone committed to high performance and healthy habits.If you’re looking for a clean protein bar with creatine that actually tastes incredible, this episode dives into the full story behind its creation, the community response since launch, and why this could be a true game-changer in functional nutrition.Try the Daily Bar and get 20% off your first purchase with promo code KOH POD 20.Share this episode with anyone who eats protein bars or wants a better, plant-based alternative built for performance and daily discipline.

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the realities of entrepreneurship — the stress, the identity crisis, venture capital pressure, and what no one tells you about scaling a company.

Our guest shares:
• Why she walked away from her startup
• The heartbreak of watching it shut down
• The hidden stress of venture-backed businesses
• Why she’ll never raise VC again
• How delegation saved her sanity
• Designing life instead of being consumed by work
• Spiritual habits that ground her daily (gratitude journaling, tarot, reflection)

We also discuss founder identity, investor pressure, scaling retail, AI in business, legacy vs exits, and what success really means.
If you're a founder, entrepreneur, executive, or someone navigating burnout this conversation will hit home.

In this episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, Michael Chernow shares invaluable insights on overcoming the ego and dealing with negative self-talk. He emphasizes the importance of 'pausing' to combat the inner voice that fosters doubt and fear. Michael introduces a mantra, 'The power is in the pause,' as a practical method to regain control and push through the challenges. Drawing from personal experiences and motivational advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with self-confidence and wanting to break free from the constraints of their ego. Tune in for empowering strategies to stay motivated and achieve your goals.

In this powerful episode, we explore the realities of addiction recovery, habit-building, and personal transformation with a guest who turned his life around and now leads the latest version of P90X, inspiring millions worldwide.
Once trapped in addiction and hopelessness, he shares the turning point that changed everything, the importance of finding your “why,” and how fitness, structure, and daily routines became the foundation for long-term sobriety and success. The conversation dives into addiction as a disease, the role of mindset and philosophy, and how habit stacking can create real, lasting change.
This episode is a raw and motivating look at overcoming adversity, building discipline through wellness, and proving that transformation is possible one day, one habit at a time.
If you or someone you love is navigating recovery, purpose, or personal growth, this conversation offers hope, tools, and perspective.

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TIME STAMPS
00:36 A Personal Journey Through Addiction
09:43 Breaking the Cycle
20:23 Fitness as a Tool for Healing
27:28 Navigating the Nightlife Industry
37:36 Morning Routines & Structure
43:39 Cardio, Discipline & Mental Strength
48:12 Nutrition & Habit Stacking
58:58 Words for Those Struggling
01:02:56 Final Thoughts