The Hidden Cost of Success – And How to Avoid It

Legends and Leaders,

“I never would have said my business was more important than my family… but if you looked at my time and energy, it was.”

That realization hit hard for my friend Dr. Eric Roman, an exited entrepreneur, during our recent podcast conversation.

Building a business comes at a cost—but does it have to? Too many entrepreneurs find themselves caught in a relentless cycle where success at work leads to sacrifices at home. They justify long hours as “just for a season,” but seasons turn into years, and before they know it, they’ve missed irreplaceable moments with the people who matter most.

In our latest podcast episode, we dive into this struggle:

  • Why so many business owners fall into this trap
  • How to scale a business without losing what matters most
  • What successful entrepreneurs do to break free and reclaim their lives

If you’ve ever felt this tension, this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation here:

I’d love to hear your thoughts—what’s one thing you’ve done to create balance in your own journey? 

Also, don’t miss our FREE webinar on March 25 at 4 PM (EST) as we discuss Closing the Profit Gap: A Tactical Margin-Boosting Playbook for Owners of Growing Businesses.

Until next time,

Micah Brandenburg

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