Have you ever felt like you're spinning plates, trying to keep your business soaring and your family thriving, only to realize you might be losing grip on both? Joe Pomeroy, a coach and fellow podcaster, joins me for a heart-to-heart on this very struggle. Together, we share stories from our personal brink of relational collapse to moments of profound clarity and change. This episode is a raw and honest depiction of the paradox many entrepreneurs face: working tirelessly for our families, yet risking the very relationships we cherish.
Transitioning from a tale of caution to one of transformation, Joe and I unravel the journey of finding balance. Joe recounts the lessons learned from creating a 'precious cargo' game to keep his eyes off his phone and on the road, symbolizing the broader shift towards being truly present with those we love. We navigate through the challenges and realities of prioritizing what really counts, both at home and in the workplace. As we traverse this path, we also discuss the unexpected insights gained and the ripple effect it has had on our coaching careers, an unexpected silver lining in a story marked by struggle.
Wrapping up our intimate conversation, we delve into the nuts and bolts of harmonizing family needs with business aspirations. Joe shares openly about the investments made in personal growth programs, such as Hold Me Tight, and how they've revolutionized not just his family life but also his business mindset. Joe and I underscore the practical steps one can take to ensure that nurturing family doesn't mean sidelining professional dreams, but rather orchestrating our efforts with intentionality and wisdom. This episode is an open invitation to explore how investing in ourselves and our relationships can create a symphony of success across all facets of life.
Links and Resources:
Hold Me Tight
https://holdmetightonline.com/
Ray Edwards:
https://www.rayedwards.com/
Tony Robbins Creating Lasting Change:
https://store.tonyrobbins.com/products/creating-lasting-change
Forward with Joe:
https://www.forwardwithjoe.com/narrow
Connect with Joe Pomeroy on Social @TheJoePomeroy