Today we’d like to introduce you to Ke’Onta Grant.
Thanks for sharing your story with us Ke’Onta. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.
January 2018, I started the Ketogenic Lifestyle! It seems like yesterday really. I was at the point where I felt convicted of my weight. Even though I had confidence with the size I was, for me it wasn’t ok and I had to do something. A coworker of mine adopted the Keto Lifestyle; after seeing his results and the food that he ate, I thought why not give it a try.
Fast forward to December 2018, I was down 119lbs! Everyone from my friends to random people on social media noticed my weight loss. I started receiving direct messages asking me what I did to lose. It wasn’t until January 4th, 2019, I was talking to a friend regarding Keto, giving her information on the things that were working for me; she then suggested that I should start coaching. I was totally against it at first, but it was as if I heard a voice loud and clear say,YES!
From that day until the end of the month, I began putting together my Book, “Keto Lifestyle in a Nutshell”. I released it the first week of February and if I remember correctly, I sold 10-15 eBooks! My post were being shared and business was doing well. My Alma Mater asked me to speak at our 3rd Annual Beauty, Health, & Wellness Expo. This opportunity allowed me to present information and conduct a live cooking demonstration about how to adopt the Ketogenic Lifestyle while still being a busy student. I continued sharing information amd my eBook was doing well.
I like to do random check-ins and follow ups with customers just to see how things are going. While checking in with a customer, she expressed that she didn’t really have time to meal prep and I jokingly said , “don’t make me have to come and do it for you”. Well guess what?!?! She took me seriously and in August I went to Houston to meal prep her a months worth of Keto meals. I guess you can say, I picked the “right one” that day because I couldn’t believe how GOD was showing up and showing out in this magnitude! Two days into me meal prepping for her, my client shared a picture of the meals I prepared and next thing you know, I booked 2 new meal prepping clients upon my return to Atlanta! Look at God! I know, I know, I had to pinch myself as well. I made it back to Atlanta and I guess you can say that is how the Keto Meal Prep “Prepping with KetoBarb /Kiwi” was born, LOL! Now, I stand before you today with my LLC for my business and I just launched my website on November 4th! IT’S ONLY UP FROM HERE!!!
Has it been a smooth road?
Mmmm… all in all, I’d have to say that I only experience low sales when I have self doubt. It may be a little shocking but to be honest, I did not think I would have all of these opportunities. I was always trying to compare myself to others in the same industry, but I had to learn how to get out of my own head. What is for me is for me!
So let’s switch gears a bit and go into the Keto Barb story. Tell us more about the business.
Keto Barb is a one-stop-shop! I offer E-Coaching, my eBook “Keto Lifestyle in a Nutshell”, presentations on the lifestyle and meal prepping for the Atlanta and local surrounding areas. I am open to traveling as well. I’m known for my 130lb natural weight loss in 21 months. What sets me apart is I’m realistic! I tell everyone what to expect and what they can do to avoid falling off. BUT, IF YOU DO….its ok, enjoy the moment and get back on it IMMEDIATELY, as in the next day. I always get blank stares or the shocked emoji. When changing your eating habits, you have to be patient with yourself because you’re reprogramming your mind. Keto is nothing like the food pyramid we were taught in grade school. It’s based on three components: high fat, moderate protein, and low carbs, which should only come from Keto approved vegetables. IT DOESN’T HAPPEN OVERNIGHT!
How do you think the industry will change over the next decade?
We’ll just have to wait and see. I know that may sound crazy, but that’s just how my faith is setup! I never saw past the eBook or the speaking engagements and definitely not the meal prepping opportunities. Just when I thought those were the highlights of this Keto journey, Monday I launched my website and got my business license! I said, “Ok God! I see you showing out!” LOL. I say all that to say I’m going wherever GOD leads me, as His plans are waaaaay better than what I could ever imagine! If I had to say so myself, IDK, maybe a food truck or a store front is up next!
Pricing:
- Ebook Keto Lifestyle, in a Nutshell, $22.80
- Macro Calculation $10
- Ketogenic Presentation $10
- Weekly Meal prep 5 meals $65-70 range
Contact Info:
- Website: https://ketobarbllc.squarespace.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keto_barb_/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KetoKiwi948/
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