The Balanced CEO Hosted by Chris Williams
What if success didn’t require sacrificing your health, your family, or your peace of mind?
Launched in 2025, The Balanced CEO is a podcast for ambitious leaders who want to grow their business while staying aligned in life. Hosted by Chris Williams, each 30-minute episode features honest, insightful conversations with entrepreneurs, creators, and professionals who are learning to lead without burning out.
Born from Chris’s personal transformation, the show dives into the real work of balancing physical health, family life, and professional goals. In 2022, Chris was a gym owner at 350 pounds, overwhelmed and disconnected from the very life he set out to build. Everything changed when he began aligning his priorities and rebuilding from the inside out.
The podcast centers on the Triangle of Strength: health, family, and career. Listeners will learn what it takes to build a strong foundation, lead with intention, and create lasting impact in every area of life.
If you're ready to level up without losing yourself, this podcast is your starting point.
The Balanced CEO Hosted by Chris Williams
Episode 3: From Gym Ownership to Mentorship: Taryn Dubreuil on Building a Life You Love.
Do you ever feel torn between your professional goals and personal priorities? Balancing them can seem impossible, but today’s guest proves it's achievable with the right mindset and strategies.
Welcome to The Balanced CEO podcast, your go-to resource for exploring strategies that help individuals balance health, family, and career.
In this episode, we’re joined by Taryn Dubreuil, founder of Perfect Day Business Mentorship, who shares her inspiring journey of building, owning, and eventually closing her gym after 15 successful years. Taryn explains how she transitioned into mentoring other entrepreneurs, offering insights on decision-making, prioritizing well-being, and creating a life aligned with personal values.
What You'll Learn In This Episode:
• The challenges of separating emotions from business decisions and why it’s crucial.
• How to develop a clear decision matrix to prioritize what matters most.
• The role of mentorship in navigating tough decisions and avoiding burnout.
• Why closing a business isn’t a failure but a step toward aligning with your goals.
Key Takeaways:
• Emotion vs. Logic: Give yourself time to process emotions before making critical business decisions.
• Decision Matrix: Use a framework to evaluate decisions based on health, family, and long-term goals.
• Seek Support: Mentorship can clarify, reduce anxiety, and guide you toward better choices.
• Alignment with Priorities: Success isn’t about doing everything; it’s about doing what aligns with your values.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:19 Taryn Dubreuil Background and Entrepreneurial Journey
02:42 Challenges of Being a Business Owner
07:34 Handling Emotional Reactions in Business
10:55 Decision-Making and Prioritization
22:48 The Role of Mentors and Coaches
Taryn’s journey reminds us that success is not just about what we build but also about our choices to sustain our well-being.
Resources Mentioned:
• Taryn Dubreuil
• Website: perfectdaybusinessmentorship.com
• Instagram: @perfectdaybizmentorship
• Facebook: Perfect Day Business Mentorship
Call to Action:
Have questions about finding balance or navigating challenges? Reach out to Chris Williams for more insights and tips, and stay tuned for more episodes of The Balanced CEO.