011. From Burnout to Balance: How TriState Barbell Owner Doubled Athletes and Regained Family Time

On this episode of The Playful Wise Woman Show, Cait Finn welcomes Daniel Dodd, owner of TriState Barbell, to discuss the journey of entrepreneurship, growth, and keeping life in balance as a business owner and coach.

They discuss:

Dan’s background as an educator, competitive weightlifter, and founder of TriState Barbell

How TriState Barbell evolved from a small weightlifting program into a company with 5 coaches and over 50 athletes, working with high schools and explosive sport athletes

The difference between Olympic weightlifting and training for “explosive sports” like football, track, and volleyball

Dan’s commitment to mentoring coaches and supporting overall athlete and coach development

The challenges of balancing business growth with family, a full-time teaching career, and personal passions

Candid insights into the overwhelm of running a business and how working with Cait as a coach helped Dan clarify his priorities and reclaim time for what matters most

Practical changes Dan made, including building a team, setting boundaries, and hiring a virtual assistant, leading to greater sustainability and business growth

The importance of community, strong values, and letting coaching and business decisions align with a bigger “why”

Wisdom on navigating partner dynamics, redefining roles, and learning to ask for help as a business owner

This episode is perfect for anyone juggling family, entrepreneurship, and a love for sport—or anyone who needs inspiration to redefine success on their own terms!

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