What does it take to build a business that lasts—without losing yourself or your family along the way?

Michael Hyatt, bestselling author, speaker, and business leader, joins Jay Owen to share his journey of turning around companies, setting boundaries, and creating a life of intentional success. From leading as CEO of Thomas Nelson Publishers to building Full Focus with his daughter as CEO, Michael has lived out the “double win”—winning at work and at home.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why most people “drift” through life—and how to design yours with intention
• The turning point that helped Michael redefine success and protect his family
• Practical ways to set boundaries that create freedom, not constraints
• How to navigate parenting through every season, from kids to adults
• Where AI fits in business and life—and how to use it without losing your humanity

Michael’s story proves that lasting success isn’t about working more hours—it’s about leading yourself first, setting clear boundaries, and building a legacy that matters.

Learn more about Michael’s work at https://fullfocus.co and his new AI newsletter at https://aibusinesslab.ai.

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What does it take to grow a business from $46K to $16M in just five years?

Beth Lachance, founder and CEO of GMVA (Global Medical Virtual Assistants), joins Jay Owen to share her incredible story of rapid growth, purposeful leadership, and how saying “no” to distractions helped her say “yes” to scale.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to rethink your systems for 10X growth
• Why imposter syndrome might actually be a strength
• How to build culture with 1,300+ remote workers
• The power of niching down—and staying focused
• What work-life balance really looks like as a founder\

Beth’s journey proves that sustainable growth is possible when you combine vision with values—and listen to your gut.

Learn more about GMVA at https://gmva.com.

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The founders of HW Contracting share their 15-year journey from getting laid off to building a successful roofing business together, highlighting the realities of partnership, narrowing business focus, and balancing work with family life.

• Started business out of necessity after both being laid off during economic downturn
• Initially took on any construction jobs that would pay the bills
• Made difficult transition to narrowing focus exclusively to roofing
• Learning to say "no" to projects outside their specialty was challenging but transformative
• Compared $20k bathroom remodel taking six weeks versus $20k roof installation completed in one day
• Hired consultant to help define clear partner roles and responsibilities
• Building systems that allow the business to function without the founders' constant involvement
• Creating lanes of responsibility prevents conflict and builds clarity
• Trust between partners is essential for long-term success
• Reject "work-life balance" in favor of a "work-life blender" approach
• Being fully present in the moment whether at work or with family
• Entrepreneurship provides unique flexibility despite its demands

Do the right thing for the customer every time, and your business will be on solid ground.

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