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 8: Why Health, Wealth, and Leadership Matter More Than Hustle.
What does true freedom look like to you?
For many entrepreneurs, business owners, and fitness enthusiasts, freedom isn’t just about financial success—it’s about balancing health, wealth, and leadership to create a fulfilling life.
Welcome to The Balanced CEO Podcast —the go-to resource for exploring high achievers' strategies to balance health, family, and business. This podcast, hosted by Chris Williams, uncovers the real stories behind personal and professional success.
Episode Main Topic:
Erik Zeyher discusses his journey from college athlete to gym owner and podcast host and how mentorship, discipline, and structured systems have played a crucial role in shaping his path. He shares insights on balancing fitness, business, and personal life while reflecting on his DJing and nightlife experiences.
Key Insights:
- Erik’s journey from college athlete to gym owner and entrepreneur
- How mentorship and coaching shaped his career and business success
- The role of systems in creating freedom in both fitness and entrepreneurship
- Why defining your version of success is key to long-term fulfillment
- Lessons from DJing for high-profile clients and how they apply to business growth
- The importance of mobility, structure, and consistency in fitness and life
- Finding the balance between work, personal life, and passion projects
Episode Chapters:
- 00:00 Intro
- 00:05 Eric Zeyher’s Journey into Fitness
- 02:18 Balancing Sports and Fitness
- 03:56 Influence and Work Ethic
- 04:53 Freedom Lifestyle Podcast
- 06:50 Business Coaching and Leadership
- 08:53 Systems and Freedom
- 16:08 Virtuosity and Business Growth
- 21:03 DJing and Career Transition
- 24:34 Giving Back and Mentorship
Connect with Erik Zeyher:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ezeyher
Warlock Athletics: https://www.facebook.com/WarlockAthletics
Podcast: Freedom Lifestyle Podcast
Listen to the full episode on The Balanced CEO podcast or watch it on YouTube. Don’t forget to subscribe for more insights on balancing health, career, and personal fulfillment!