Balance, Not Burnout
Balance, Not Burnout, a new podcast hosted by Mark Williams, CEO of Brokers International. In this podcast, we’re talking about what’s gone wrong in work culture today — and what we need to do to make things right. Each episode challenges the status quo in business today and starts to reshape what true success looks like.
Episodes
23 episodes since 2023
The Importance of Separation: Maintaining Work-Life Balance in a Family Enterprise
In this episode, I sit down with Rick Kisser, the president of a small, family-owned brokerage firm, to discuss his fascinating journey from mechanical engineer to family business leader. Rick candidly shares the challenges of balancing work an...
August 26, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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26:45
Prioritizing Employee Well-Being: Making Mondays Feel Like Fridays with Drew Harden
This episode of the "Balance, Not Burnout" podcast features an interview with Drew Harden, the CEO and founder of the digital marketing agency Blue Compass. Drew discusses how he founded the company in part to create a positive workplace cultur...
August 12, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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28:48
24/7 Empathy: Maintaining Work-Life Balance in an Emotional Industry
In this episode, Andrew Loos, owner of Heartland Cremation and Burial Society joins me. Loos shares his journey into the funeral business, starting the family-owned enterprise at 24. Listeners will gain insights into the challenges of running a...
July 29, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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28:58
Intentional Living to Avoid The "Rise and Grind" with Joshua Richter
In this episode of "Balance, Not Burnout," we sit down with Joshua Richter, a master of maintaining equilibrium in a fast-paced world. Joshua shares his powerful strategies for preventing burnout, primarily focusing on the 8-8-8 rule: 8 hours...
July 15, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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31:28
Avoiding Burnout Through Consistency with Tracy Lownsberry
This episode of the Balance, Not Burnout podcast features Tracy Lownsberry of Annuity Giants. Tracy shares his journey from police officer to financial entrepreneur. We discuss building a training platform to help agents while maintaining balan...
July 01, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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31:39
Managing Burnout Across Continents: Travel, Startups and Finding Balance with Anthony Vernon
This episode features Anthony Vernon, an Advisor at StaunchInvest discussing his experiences with burnout while working for startups in New Zealand and managing a busy travel schedule. He shares how he dealt with stress and guilt while working ...
June 17, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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29:43
An Unconventional Path: Redefining a Career in Education, Law Enforcement, and Entertainment with James Thompson
In this episode of Balance Not Burnout, host Mark Williams talks with his former high school English teacher James Thompson. Over the course of their 40-year friendship, Thompson has reinvented his career multiple times, going from teacher to F...
June 03, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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32:48
Jet Setting to Balance with Jimmy Pomerance
Join host Mark Williams and guest Jimmy Pomerance as they embark on a thoughtful exploration of maintaining equilibrium between personal fulfillment and professional endeavors, Mark and Jim share invaluable insights drawn from their unique expe...
May 20, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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29:14
Balancing Acts: Cultivating Company Culture in Remote Landscapes with Amy Myers
Join host Mark Williams and guest, Amy Myers, CMO of NFM, as they delve into the intricacies of preserving company culture in the era of remote work.In this episode, Amy draws upon her experiences at Nebraska Furniture Mart to explore t...
May 06, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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25:54
Unveiling Resilience with Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier
In this episode, esteemed psychologist Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier joins us to share invaluable insights on preventing burnout and fostering resilience.Drawing from her wealth of experience, Dr. Pelletier offers actionable strategies tail...
April 22, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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33:48
Balance Beyond Earth: Insights from Astronaut Clay Anderson
In this episode, join us for an out-of-this-world conversation as we sit down with retired NASA astronaut, Clay Anderson. With three decades of service at NASA under his belt, Clay shares his remarkable journey from the depths of space to the c...
April 08, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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35:40
Balancing Your Business: Tips from Hardy Coffee Co. Owner Autumn Pruitt
Running a small business can be an exhilarating journey filled with highs and lows. In this episode of Balance, Not Burnout, we sit down with Autumn Pruitt, the Owner of Hardy Coffee Co., to explore the art of balancing entrepreneurshi...
March 25, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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27:03
Navigating Social Media Boundaries for Work-Life Balance with Regina DeMars
Tune into Season 2 of Balance, Not Burnout as Regina DeMars, Director of Content Marketing & Social Media Strategy at FNBO and I discuss how to slow down and take time to set boundaries when it comes to social media. We dive in...
March 11, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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22:05
Finding Time to Rest and Reset with John Terry
On today’s podcast we are joined by Dr. John Terry- The Black Belt Leader. Join us as we discuss why rest is crucial to finding success. This episode is jam-packed with tips to reset and how that relates to balance in all aspects of life. ...
February 26, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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16:43
Finding Balance: Navigating Job Search Burnout with Josh Stern
Burnout can happen in a lot of ways- including the daunting reality of searching for a job. Avoiding burnout during a crucial time can seem impossible. Join Josh Stern and myself as we talk about finding the balance between dedication to the jo...
February 12, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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27:19
The Value of Slowing Down with Mark Williams
Join me as I explore the benefits of slowing down. We will explore how slowing your pace can lead to a more well-balanced life. We will dive into how multi-tasking can hurt your quality of work and why taking a new approach can make you more pr...
December 04, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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11:26
Feedback Loops for a Work Life Balance with Sina Farzaneh
Join Sina Farzaneh, the CEO of PullPath, and myself as we take a deep dive into feedback loops and how they play a role in finding balance in the workplace. We explore how the hybrid work model has changed the way people work and how they commu...
November 20, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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26:18
Redefining Productivity: Discovering the Four-Day Work Week with Chris Leone
On this compelling episode of "Balance, Not Burnout", join our host Mark Williams in a riveting conversation with Chris Leone, who is spearheading the concept of a four-day work week.Dive deep into this transformative idea and understan...
November 06, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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32:06
Influence and Flourish: The Rise of Mentorship Culture with Sheryl J. Moore
Tune in to our latest episode of "Balance, Not Burnout" as my friend and colleague, Sheryl J. Moore, and I navigate the immense value of mentorship and how it reshapes our professional and personal lives. This episode underscores the importance...
October 23, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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24:14
The Art of Asking: Embracing Support for Personal Growth with Patrick Lyons
Join my friend Patrick Lyons and I on "Balance, Not Burnout" this week as we dive into the nuances of seeking support and fostering personal growth. Journey with us as we break down the walls of ego, and fear, to explore the strength in vulnera...
October 09, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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31:23
Technology and the Tools for Preventing Digital Burnout with Mary Ann O'Brien
In Episode 3 of "Balance, Not Burnout", we delve into the double-edged sword of technology and its influence on our lives and workplaces with Mary Ann O'Brien, CEO of OBI Creative. We'll explore the psychological toll of constant c...
September 25, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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22:35
The Acceleration of Society: Less Free Time, More Burnout with Pleasure Allen
In this eye-opening episode with Pleasure Allen, VP of Human Resources at Broker's International, we delve into the societal shift towards relentless busyness and its profound impacts on our free time, work quality, and overall well-being. Join...
September 12, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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32:18
Welcome to Balance, Not Burnout!
Tune in to the first exciting episode of Balance, Not Burnout, where our host Mark Williams puts the spotlight on the flaws of an overly busy and fast-paced world. Drawing from his firsthand experiences, Mark dismantles the myths surrounding hu...
September 11, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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8:44