Welcome to the Balanced Growth Show with Dr. Travis Parry. We want to help financial advisors and other entrepreneurs across multiple industries achieve balance in their lives. If you're a business owner who has struggled to make time for the important things in your life both in and out of the office, then this show is for you. Join Travis for new episodes each week that will feature interviews with advisors and entrepreneurs from across the country. They'll share their personal stories of ...
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How important is your spouse when it comes to supporting you and helping you keep your balance? Successful and balanced business owner John Major and I discuss on today's show: The importance of couple support Why managing your money with your spouse is vital to great balance How to grow a great business without losing your balance And much more!…
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Dr. Travis Parry and Holly Konrady discussed their approaches to personal growth and self-care, emphasizing the importance of taking risks, prioritizing self-care, and finding purpose. They also discussed the interconnectedness of mind, body, and heart, and the impact of stress on business owners. Later, they shared their experiences with writer's …
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Achieving Balance Audiobook-Chapter 14 Overcoming Fears
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You now know the entire Make Time Method but most will struggle to implement it because of this one hurdle: fear. Overcoming your fears is the key to achieving all your goals in life in a balanced way!
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"Achieving Balance" Audiobook: Chapter 13 Personal Goal Accountability
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The most important part of making any change is accountability. The most important person that can help you keep the balance that you have carved out using the Make Time Method, is your spouse. This chapter is dedicated to how you and your spouse can work together to help each other achieve goals.
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"Achieving Balance" Audiobook Chapter 12: Personal Ideal Calendar
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The Personal Ideal Calendar is the final step in creating the Make Time system. It will help you to achieve your goals and keep your new Business Ideal Calendar in check. Most people only hope and dream about achieving their personal goals but with the Make Time system complete with your Personal Ideal Calendar you will have a visual accountability…
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"Achieving Balance" Audiobook Chapter 11: Personal Time Management
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The Make Time Method is heavy on productivity at work, but to achieve balance in your life you must make time for the most important priorities in your life. After saving loads of time in your business life you can reinvest your saved time into your health and relationships and accomplish goals that you've been meaning to for years. This chapter sh…
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"Achieving Balance" Audiobook Chapter 10: Accountability Partner
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Going it all alone is the myth of personal development. Having a strong accountability partner like your spouse can make all the difference in making it out of the Workaholic Trap and not relapsing back into being a workaholic. This chapter goes into the details of how to make this a reality in your marriage and family. No one in the world wants yo…
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"Achieving Balance" Audiobook Chapter 9: Myth 3: Personal Development Is The End All Be All.
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Personal Development is the go-to for business owners for decades who have wanted to grow and scale their businesses, however, it can be the reason why they are still stuck in the Workaholic Trap. This chapter explores the role that personal development has in keeping your balance and how the support of your family and team will make up all the dif…
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"Achieving Balance" Audiobook Chapter 8: Organization
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The main reason why business owners are inconsistent with living their Ideal Calendar and being incredibly productive is because they are not organized! Most struggle because they have on average 30 collection points where information is stored and needs to be processed. Think of how many emails, task lists, to-dos, text messages, and social media …
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"Achieving Balance" Audiobook Chapter 7: Ideal Calendar
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The best way to automate your business goals is by creating and living an Ideal Calendar for work. This chapter focuses on the step-by-step of creating this visual that will give you the template for working 80-90% of your time in your Sweet Spot.
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"Achieving Balance" Audiobook Chapter 6: Business Time Management
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Most business owners are working in their most productive and satisfying activities called the Sweet Spot for only 25% of the working day. But why? It's because most business owners don't have a Time Management System that enables them to work in their Sweet Spot 80-90% of the time! They know tips and tricks but they don't have a system that is rep…
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Myth 2: Productivity is not the magic pill! We all need to be productive but not without the boundaries that will keep us balanced. After learning about time management and productivity from the likes of Michael Gerber, David Allen, Dave Crenshaw, Bryan Tracy, and Tim Ferris I noticed a major pitfall. There is a tendency for business owners to rein…
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Achieving Balance Audiobook Chapter 4: Priorities
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Balance is not doing everything at the same time it's making time for your highest priorities. Following the Make Time Method outlined in this book is very helpful to understanding how to make goals based on your values. But if do not prioritize these 10 areas of life you may get overwhelmed from trying to be all things to all people...all the time…
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Achieving Balance Audiobook Chapter 3: Goals
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Chapter 3 is focused on how to successfully set Values-based Goals that are also S.M.A.R.T. I dive into why most people struggle to set goals and why they give up on their resolutions. More importantly, I illustrate the step-by-step process to becoming your values which are your life-long goals for all 10 areas of your life. If you ever have strugg…
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"Achieving Balance" AudioBook Chapter 2: Values
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Values are the most crucial aspect in developing into the person you want to become. This chapter focuses on the internal motivation toward achieving your personal and business goals by discovering your values. Once you have this foundation you will be ready to get to work!
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Chapter 1 Myth One: Balance is Doing-It-All at the Same Time
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In Chapter 1, I dive deep into the 1st Myth of Balance, the idea that "doing-it-all" is somehow living a balanced life. For the Do-It-All out there this is the most important chapter to understand and the science behind the Workaholic Trap. You will hear the science of multi-tasking and the big picture of what balance is in life.…
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Achieving Balance AudioBook Introduction Chapter
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Today's episode in an introduction to the Audiobook, "Achieving Balance: The Make Time Method To Help Advisors Reach Business AND Personal Goals In An Overworked World" read for you by the author Dr. Travis Parry. For the several podcast episodes I am going back to the origins of this podcast; the focus on Achieving Personal AND Business Goals. My …
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Balancing Business and Parenthood with Adam La Barr
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Adam La Barr is an Air Force veteran, father of three, coach, real estate investor, and business owner. He is the founder and CEO of RAL Capital Group and host of the BizDad Podcast. He is also the co-owner of Active Duty Passive Income, which helps coach and mentor military members, veterans, and their families on how to invest in real estate arou…
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We’re excited to welcome Chris Heller to the show. Chris is the president of OJO, an Austin-based real estate technology company focused on improving homeownership. Earning his real estate license at age 20, Chris was named the Rookie of the Year in 1989 before becoming the top producing agent in San Diego County and the number one Keller Williams …
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Keith Richardson is the chief integration officer and co-owner of More in Common, a company dedicated to fostering collaboration and inclusivity in workplaces through workshops and personalized coaching. With a background in psychology and over 15 years in the tech industry, Keith and his business partner recently transitioned into full-time entrep…
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Mindset Matters: Embracing Sustainable Success with Sol Rosenbaum
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Sol Rosenbaum, PE, CEM, has over 20 years of experience in the energy engineering space. As the owner and managing engineer of SR Engineering and Consulting, he leads a dynamic team that provides engineering support in the commercial real estate financing arena while focusing on green loan programs and property assessments. Outside of this, Sol fou…
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The Neuroscience of Work-Life Balance with Nina Nesdoly
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Nina Nesdoly is a speaker, researcher, and consultant specializing in work stress and burnout prevention. With a background in neuroscience and management, she offers insightful workshops and training on building better work-life balance. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. with a focus on work-related stress and has been featured on impressive pla…
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We’re happy to have Chris May, the founder of LTN Insurance Services, LLC, join us for this episode. He entered the insurance industry in 2017 and took the plunge into entrepreneurship in 2019, starting his own business. Throughout this conversation, Chris reflects on the experiences that shaped his growth as an entrepreneur. We’ll discuss the role…
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Do You Want To Go Fast Or Far? Featuring Sani Abdul-Jabbar
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As CEO of VezTek USA, Sani Abdul-Jabbar is an expert in technologies like AI and blockchain. He actively collaborates with industry giants such as Toyota and IBM and is a contributor to Forbes magazine. Beyond corporate collaborations, he has been invited to share his knowledge at esteemed institutions like Caltech and is the host of the Blockchain…
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Relationship-Focused Entrepreneurship with A.J. Rounds
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In this episode, we sit down with A.J. Rounds, a seasoned professional in sales, marketing, PR, and HR. Inspired by his father's teachings on entrepreneurship, A.J. co-founded RevRoad, a venture services firm that now manages 61 companies. Stay tuned as he discusses the founding principles of RevRoad and the critical role of a strong founding team …
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When it comes to achieving balanced growth, it’s crucial to understand what kind of fear is holding you back and work on reframing your mindset. But what’s just as important is having the courage to take bold, measurable actions in faith that move the needle. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 0:35 – Understanding your fears + reshapin…
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Lessons in Delegation, Culture, and Leadership with Matt Green
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Today, we're thrilled to sit down with Matt Green, President and CEO of Frontlight Building Company in South Carolina. He talks about the pivotal role delegation has played in his journey as a successful business owner. He also shares insights on building a strong organizational culture centered around values like integrity, trust, and honesty. Sta…
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Adam Hill is an international keynote speaker, best-selling author, CEO, and host of the podcast, “Flow Over Fear.” In our conversation today, he shares his powerful journey from battling a decade of alcoholism to pursuing an Ironman Triathlon, and how these experiences have led him to pursue balance in his personal and professional life. Here’s so…
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Reframing Your Marketing Mindset with Chris McNeil
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In today's episode, we're excited to feature Chris McNeil, the host of the Thought Leadership Studio podcast. Chris wears many hats – he's a master of NLP, an award-winning entrepreneur in innovation, and a seasoned strategy thought leadership coach and consultant. He joins us to talk about what it means to take your business marketing from predict…
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Today we’re going to talk about a practice that can make an incredible impact in your business, your relationships, and your stress levels: journaling! Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a total beginner, the benefits of journaling are proven. Stay tuned as I talk about how I’ve implemented this practice into my life- using the old-fashioned pen a…
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Showing Up Authentically with Billy Anderson
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Billy Anderson is an international speaker, executive coach, and author of the book Your Comfort Zone Is Killing You. Previously, he was an advertising manager in Europe and Canada, a fundraising director for UNICEF, an apple picker in New Zealand and a sugar cane farmer in Costa Rica. From running with bulls in Spain to swimming with sharks in Sou…
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Curating Client-First Success with Brad Barrett, CFP®
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We are excited to be joined by Brad Barrett, CFP®, on the Balanced Growth Show today. Brad is Managing Director and Partner at One Capital Management LLC, a private wealth advisory firm with nearly 5.3 billion in assets. Passionate about finding new ways to educate investors, Brad share his knowledge and experience through his weekly YouTube videos…
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What if a one-hour ritual could make you more productive and laser-focused every single day? Can you imagine spending 80% of your workday on the things that truly matter, rather than falling into the multitasking trap? In this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into a game-changing productivity strategy called processing. Stay tuned to learn how to …
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Defining Success Holistically with Shawn Rhodes
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Today we have a special guest with us: Shawn Rhodes. Shawn is the Chief Sales Sergeant of Bulletproof Selling, an international keynote speaker, author of four books and a nationally syndicated business columnist. Throughout this conversation, Shawn focuses on the importance of defining success holistically, focusing on actions and outcomes that ar…
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Lessons in Leadership and Team Building with Daniel Beck
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We’re delighted to be joined by Dan Beck in this episode, a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold a number of businesses. Today, he is the CEO and co-founder of 401GO, a company dedicated to helping small businesses navigate the complex world of 401k planning. With a wealth of experience in the world of business, Dan is here to share his insig…
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Successfully Exiting Your Business with Brody Vinson
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Today we are joined by Brody Vinson, a business owner and podcast host with a passion for helping others prepare for successful exits from their companies. Having grown up with his father as a role model in the business world, Brody has always had a passion for entrepreneurship. However, a tragic event in 2021 changed the trajectory of his life. In…
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Turning Clients Into Your Biggest Advocates
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How can you distinguish yourself from the competition? What can you do to ensure your clients become your most passionate advocates? It all begins with offering something truly transformational- something worth sharing. While marketing is undeniably influential, it can't stand alone. If you don’t have a system in place that creates raving fans, you…
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Embracing an Abundance Mentality with Matt Di Francesco
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Today’s guest is Matt Di Francesco, CExP, CAA, the founder of High Lift Financial. High Lift provides succession planning, financial planning, investment advisory and retirement planning to Automotive Collision shop owners around the country. Matt is specialized in helping business owners make a successful exit from their businesses, maintain famil…
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Resetting for Success: Finding Balance in the Chaos with Penny Zenker
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Today, we are joined by a remarkable guest who is nothing short of inspiring. Penny Zenker, also known as “The Focusologist,” is an international speaker, strategy coach, and best-selling author, with credentials that speak volumes. Her book, The Productivity Zone, soared to Amazon Best Seller status, and her TEDx talk, "The Energy of Thought," has…
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Building a Business and Life You Love with Jason Wojo
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Today we are joined by Jason Wojo, the CEO of Lifeonaire, a company on a mission to help people create a vision for their ideal life and build a business that supports that vision. Jason's story is a powerful journey from the corporate grind to discovering the true meaning of work-life balance. Under the mentorship of Steve Cook, Jason learned the …
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Today we are excited to be joined by Aaron Klein, a co-founder and CEO of Nitrogen Wealth, formerly known as Riskalyze. Aaron steered his company to Fast Company Magazine's list of the world's top 10 most innovative finance companies- twice! Beyond his corporate success, Aaron serves as a Sierra College trustee and co-founded a school project for o…
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You’re Not Going To Win Every Time with Brent ‘Grandpa’ Beck
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Today we have the privilege of interviewing Brent Beck, a retired airplane pilot turned entrepreneur. He and his wife, Tauni, have 5 children and 19 grandchildren. Together, they created Grandpa Beck’s Games. What started as a self-funded startup is now a global phenomenon that has brought millions of families together. Brent shares his journey fro…
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Non-Negotiable Priorities with Paul Melella Jr.
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Today we are joined by Grandmaster Paul Melella Jr., a seventh-degree blackbelt and the co-author of the best-selling book, YOU Have Infinite Power. Paul is the owner of United Martial Arts Centers and founding partner of Empowered Mastery. He specializes in empowering professionals and entrepreneurs, equipping them with the essential tools and men…
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Intentional Living in Entrepreneurship with Danny Goldberg
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Today we are joined by the remarkable Danny Goldberg, professional speaker, serial entrepreneur, and host of the podcast Bits of Gold. Danny shares his inspiring journey of loss and transformation after losing both of his parents to rare cancers at the age of 25. He discusses how these events led him to redefine his priorities and shift his focus f…
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Disconnect to Reconnect with Jaime Nacach
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This week we are joined by Jaime Nacach, an entrepreneur, marketer, and self-taught expert. Originally from Mexico City and now rooted in San Diego, California, Jaime is the founder and CEO of Virtual Latinos. Jaime, just like his family, has been an entrepreneur most of his life and loves the ability to turn challenges into opportunities. In this …
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Building A Business With Intention with Michael Port
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Today we are joined by Michael Port, American entrepreneur, author of 9 best-selling books, and angel investor. After spending a decade delivering thousands of paid speeches on the world's biggest stages, Michael sold his first company, Book Yourself Solid® Worldwide. Alongside his wife Amy Port, he founded Heroic Public Speaking, dedicated to nurt…
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Breaking Free From The ‘Hero’ Trap with Bryon Morrison and Logan Speights
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Ever wished you could clone yourself? Meet Bryon Morrison and Logan Speights, CEPA, innovative entrepreneurs of Proxxy who've achieved the seemingly impossible. As "executive multipliers," the team at Proxxy has created a game-changing system designed to automate routine tasks, provide strategic guidance, and scale businesses by freeing up a minimu…
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The Pursuit of Happiness with Lance Drucker
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Today we are joined by Lance Drucker, ChFC®, CLU®, AIF®, author, speaker, and the CEO of Drucker Wealth. Lance is proficient at Brazilian jujitsu, holding a purple belt, and his company, Drucker Wealth, is one of the premier planning first firms in the country. Join us as we discuss how to find your expertise, the power of investing in knowledge, b…
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Are financial disagreements putting a strain on your relationship? In today’s episode, we’ll share how your upbringing and money management approach might be playing a role in this tension. We'll talk about the profound impact of your early experiences on your current financial perspectives while discussing ways to overcome financial differences in…
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The Power of Purposeful Differentiation with Stan Phelps
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Today we are excited to be joined by Stan Phelps, CSP, a Forbes contributor, TEDx speaker, IBM Futurists Certified Speaking Professional, and best-selling author of the Goldfish Series. As a show-and-tell speaker, Stan empowers audiences to take action that delivers bottom-line impact. He strives to change the paradigm of marketing by encouraging a…
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