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 6: From Overwhelmed to In Control: Derek Batman’s Guide to Balance.
Balancing business, family, and personal well-being isn’t easy, but it’s possible.
Welcome to The Balanced CEO, a podcast that explores the journeys of individuals who have learned to balance business, health, and personal life. Hosted by Chris Williams, this show dives into real stories and practical strategies from those who have figured out what works.
Episode Overview
In this episode, Derek Batman, CEO of Hard Bat Athletics and Lucid Branding Solutions, shares his journey from launching a gym with a friend in 2011 to leading a thriving business. He discusses his financial struggles, the importance of emotional intelligence, and why hiring the right people makes all the difference.
Key Insights from the Episode
• Lessons from the Early Days – How Derek started Hard Bat Athletics with little funding but a strong vision.
• The Role of Emotional Intelligence – Why managing emotions is essential for effective leadership.
• Balancing Business and Life – How Derek maintains success without sacrificing personal well-being.
• The Power of Delegation: When to recognize when to hire help and let go of control.
• The Value of Professional Coaching – How investing in coaching can strengthen a business and its team.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:10 Harbat Athletics and Lucid Branding Solutions Introduction
01:41 Derek's Journey and Harbat Athletics
04:41 Challenges and Growth of Harbat Athletics
09:37 Balancing Business and Personal Life
12:16 The Role of Passion Projects and Fitness
15:14 The Importance of Delegation and Hiring Assistants
19:07 Emotional Intelligence and Leadership
32:09 The Role of Professional Coaches
32:23 Balancing Business Growth and Personal Values
Call to Action (CTA)
If this conversation resonates with you, don’t miss this episode. Tune in to The Balanced CEO and hear Derek’s insights on navigating the unexpected in business and life.
Supporting Information & Resources
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/derek.batman
HardBat Athletics: https://www.facebook.com/HardbatAthletics
Lucid Branding Solutions: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556923508558
Finding balance in business and life is a continuous process. It’s not about getting everything perfect—it’s about making intentional choices that align with your priorities.
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