Work-Life Eubiosis

We have the choice to chase the wind or race it! When we race it, we will find not only adventure, but freedom. Today, we catch up with Greg Zweber who is taking a professional gap year to RV the country with his family. He started in Florida and is currently in Arizona at the time of this recording. Greg has once again left us with tons of golden nuggets on how to mentally, physically, and spirit...

Why should we give our worries to tomorrow when today is right in front of us? Life happens and around every corner is a surprise and this is all part of the human experience. We can still find inner peace, hope, and love in the midst and this week's episode looks at the life of C. S. Lewis and how he was able to change course by changing not only his mind, but his heart. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com...

Throwing spaghetti at the wall is for brainstorms, not for the to-do list. Most people organically plan, but fail to plan strategically. There is a big difference and this episode will dive into the lost art of time blocking and how we can boost productivity by simply taking the time to organize time. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to submit a Burning Ladder Story or subscribe to the Work-Life Eubiosis...

Some distractions are welcomed, but most distractions can be disastrous. Getting focused and into flow requires rethinking how to clear the space both in our brains and our schedules. This episode, part 3 of the time management hack series, gets into the many ways we can optimize our focus. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to submit a Burning Ladder Story or subscribe to the Work-Life Eubiosis Newsletter...

There's a big difference between time management and energy management. Knowing when we are at our sharpest is the first key to better organizing the day. This episode, part 2 of the time management hack series, dives into ways to protect the morning routine and survive the inevitable afternoon crash. Perfect energy has perfect timing. There is power in knowing when. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to s...

This is part 1 of a 4-week series on time management where we will be diving into a wide array of ways to better structure our days. Cyril Northcote Parkinson, who was a regarded expert in being efficient with time, sets the tone in this time-management series by flipping the paradigm of never having enough time. We actually have more than enough. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to submit a Burning Ladd...

This episode is an intersection of stories of the 2 million federal employees facing a big decision, an autistic child named Josiah, and the backstory interview of Greg Zweber's professional gap year. Every story is unique, but there is a throughline that makes this intersection quite compelling. It's at the crossroads of any big decision that we look for clarity particularly through other stories...

The value of parenting is under attack by a fast-moving world.  We're so overloaded trying to provide for the family, that we've lost the time to actually be a family.  The U.S. Surgeon General recently published a comprehensive advisory stating that something needs to change.  The mental health of parents is declining which has a negative domino effect on the children we are raising.  This episod...

How do you move on when things go wrong or when your plans are no longer perfect and plagued by a comedy of errors? In this episode, we dive into some of the life lessons learned from an event planner's worst nightmare. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to submit a Burning Ladder Story or subscribe to the Work-Life Eubiosis Newsletter to receive a podcast transcript along with other resources mentioned in...

In this episode, I address all the nuances of mentally preparing for entrepreneurship and how to identify the right type of business to launch. I also describe the who, what, when, where, and how of starting your dream business. In addition, I dive deep into the one key strategy to ensure your business is built on the right foundation and endures the hard days. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to submit...

Against popular belief, most of us are overwhelmed and don't even know it. Time poverty is at an all-time high! Our production and consumption has us burning both ends of the candle both physically and mentally. With this type of overload, it's hard to have margin for a meaningful life and make ourselves available for life's infamous curveballs. This episode dives into a number of practical anecdo...

The typical gap year is usually between high school and college.  Rarely do we find gap years for individuals who are at the very top of the ladder.  This episode features the Burning Ladder of Greg Zweber who is fearlessly and unapologetically pushing pause on "work" for 2025 to recalibrate his most important work on his family and health.  Greg's sabbatical kicks off January 6th as he and his fa...

If you are making resolutions and goals for this New Year, consider words to live by instead of numbers to pursue. Consistency, contentment, and congruency are 3 words worth exploring. But perhaps you have your own that can combat the lure of the rat race. Listen in to gain inspiration for starting the year off on the right foot and how to maintain peace on your journey.

Most of us are bad with time.  But it's not an accident, we've been sold the American Script that overwhelms us from Pre-K to the 401K.  Let's fix it once and for all. In this thought-provoking season finale, I attempt to tie the bow on all the previous episodes by answering a few questions: How can we better spend our time?  If it's not success, what gives us sustainable satisfaction? What is the...

Are you stuck or unfulfilled by your career?  In this episode, we feature the story of Karen Collins who went from misery at the top of the ladder to a life of fulfillment off the ladder.  Listen in and learn how to take the first step to living your life on purpose.  To learn more about Karen, visit www.empower-lead.com. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to submit a Burning Ladder Story or subscribe to t...

Don't wait until January 1st to change, plan, or go cold turkey. The odds are not in your favor without a strategic plan. Learn more in this episode about tackling a strategic plan for your family in 2025. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com/books to get your copy of Whose Home? A Strategic Planning Workbook to Protect Your Family Culture from the Rat Race.

What is the Kingdom of God? Where is the Kingdom of God? Is the Kingdom already here? How does our professional work intersect with our spiritual walk in the Kingdom? How can I trust God's voice when that voice tells me to do something that is radically different? How do I know if my purpose aligns with Gods will? These questions (plus more) are all addressed with this exhilarating, profound, and...

Success is like a fingerprint. When we find that our unique imprint has nothing to do with achievements, we can realign our lives back to a life of purpose. This episode features an interview and incredible insights from Anna Lundberg, the founder of One Step Outside, where she helps experienced professionals from around the world, design a career, a business, and a lifestyle that brings them more...

What does it really mean to love our neighbor in a divided world? What is the best way to handle different world views and perspectives amongst colleagues, friends, and family? The answer is simple but difficult to put into action. My hope is that you will find encouragement in this episode. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to submit a Burning Ladder Story or subscribe to the Work-Life Eubiosis Newslette...

The story in this episode is about a Friday email that changed the life of Peter Ash! Peter nearly lost his family because he said YES to finishing a presentation for his boss while on vacation. This one event drove him to a crossroads that was bigger than the presentation. Listen in to the radical decision Peter makes and how we can make similar decisions to protect the family. Visit www.ownyour5...

To make the leap of faith into the rollercoaster ride of entrepreneurship, you must know what it costs to be you. This episode features an interview with Hal Prather, the Founder & Owner of Your Profit Pro, an organization committed to helping people gain margin in all areas of their lives to fulfill their financial goals and dreams. Our discussion goes deep into financial planning for families, b...

This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at Canva's surprising decision of choosing integrity over inflation. They put people before profit and it may pay off more in the long run. We can learn a lot from their brave decision to remain authentic in a changing world. Tune in and see why Canva may just be the world's best "place" to work. Also, at the top of the show, we give Tony Bennett a tribute...

Do you know your purpose? Do you know what mission you've been assigned to for this season in your life? Perhaps a small voice has been nagging at you? This short episode will leave you with 6 practical ways to find clarity and make progress on your mission and purpose in life. Visit www.ownyour5to9.com to submit a Burning Ladder Story or subscribe to the Work-Life Eubiosis Newsletter to receive a...

If automation is helping your work day, is it in a healthy way? Is it helping others in need or helping someone’s bottom line? Does technology have the chance to take your job or make your job...better? How can we respond to an ever-growing automated world of robots? Listen in as I connect the dots of the strikes of our ports, the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, to the future of automation...

Though stakeholders and consumers are benefiting, Amazon employees are caught in the middle.  Amazon's hustle culture and being told to return to the office full-time paves the way for many industries, small businesses, and big corporations. We are all influenced directly or indirectly by their policies and philosophies. This episode will dive into the history of the 40-hour work week and pros and...