In this conversation, Brian Manning and Cari Higgins explore what it takes to achieve high performance, the myth of balance, and the importance of creating one's own narrative. Cari shares her experiences as a professional cyclist and how they translate into her current career in real estate.

They discuss the all-or-nothing mentality, the significance of community support, and the impact of morning routines on productivity. The conversation also touches on cultural perspectives on work-life balance and the value of taking time for oneself.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to High Performance and Balance

03:09 The Myth of Balance in Life and Work

06:00 All or Nothing Mentality in High Performance

08:36 Focus and Energy Management in Professional Life

11:22 Accountability and Support Systems

14:20 Morning Routines and Personal Rituals

16:37 Morning Rituals and Goal Setting

18:05 The Art of Saying No

20:29 Creating Your Own Narrative

22:17 The Importance of Positive Energy

22:49 Lessons from Travel and Work-Life Balance

28:09 Resetting Values and Priorities

29:10 Rapid Fire Questions and Key Takeaways

In this episode, Brian Manning interviews Jon Eisenberg, founder of Black Spy Marketing, who shares his journey from street teaming in college to running a successful marketing agency in the chaotic world of concert promotions. They discuss the challenges of finding balance in a demanding industry, the importance of building relationships, and the lessons learned from navigating burnout.

Jon emphasizes the need for time management, setting boundaries, and the joy of connecting with others through music. The conversation highlights the significance of continuous learning and adapting in a fast-paced environment.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey Begins: From Passion to Profession

06:28 Finding Balance in Chaos: The Art of Time Management

09:47 Navigating Burnout: Lessons Learned from the Grind

13:26 The Power of Connection: Building Relationships in Marketing

17:21 Innovation and Growth: Staying Ahead in the Industry

18:37 Recharging: Finding Joy Outside of Work

20:54 Advice for the Next Generation: Embracing the Journey

In this debut episode, Brian Manning discusses the challenges of striving for perfection in the real estate and mortgage lending industries. He shares his personal journey as an entrepreneur, the importance of maintaining relationships through effective marketing and CRM, and the misconceptions surrounding balance in life. Instead of seeking perfect balance, he emphasizes the need to find flow and happiness amidst the shifting demands of work and personal life.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Balance in Motion

01:50 Brian's Backstory and Entrepreneurial Spirit

04:17 Journey into Mortgage Lending

06:55 Understanding Success in Real Estate

09:18 The Myth of Balance

12:09 Finding Flow in Life

14:55 Conclusion and Future Directions

15:11 Striving for Perfection in Real Estate

17:40 Building Relationships and Networking

20:41 Personal Journey and Learning from Struggles

#balanceinmotion

Balance in Motion: Navigating the Flow of Work, Life and Growth redefines the traditional notion of balance. Hosted by Brian Manning, a top mortgage professional and personal development coach, this podcast challenges the outdated idea that balance means equal attention to every part of your life at all times. Instead, Brian believes in the natural ebb and flow, like a pendulum swinging-sometimes work demands the focus to hit major goals, and other times personal relationships take center stage.

In each episode, Brian explores how true balance is about harmonizing these shifts, not just in your own life, but in collaboration with those closest to you. With the support of his wife and a shared vision, he shows how alignment in goals and values creates lasting harmony, even when priorities shift. This isn't the tired concept of "life balance"-this is a new way of navigating the highs and lows of work, life and personal growth, while maintaining meaningful connections and purpose.

If you're ready for a fresh approach to integrating success and fulfillment, join us on a journey that flows, adapts and grows-just like life.