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Tackling the Difficult Decisions of Work and Life Balance with John Short

11 Jul 2023

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John Short's life changed when his daughter had a seizure at school. As a parent, John found it challenging to balance work and family, but he wanted to provide extra support for his daughter. In this episode, John shares how that experience made him rethink his priorities and realize the importance of a portfolio view of life. In light of this, he started his own company, Compound Growth Marketing, allowing him to focus on the most valuable use of his time and plan better for his family's future. Listen in to gain a deeper understanding of the personal challenges people face so you can lean into empathy and grace.In this episode, you’ll learn:1. How to set aside specific time for family to ensure you are present and focused not distracted by work and other obligations2. Finding mentors who've successfully balanced family and career to gain insights and guidance on how to achieve the same 3. Significant life events can shift priorities and change career trajectories, think through the potential long-term consequences of important decisions and make choices that align with your goals and valuesThings to Listen for:[04:31] How parents struggle with work-life balance[09:27] The stressors of working at an early-stage company[15:37] Seeking out mentors who've been where you are now[20:42] The benefits of choosing to be present[25:16] Changing societal norms around a healthy work-life balance Resources:- Check out John's podcast- Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn or Twitter- Learn more about Navattic- Learn more about MadKudu

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