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From Side Hustle to Success with John Lynn | Ep. 14 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd

In the 'Growthwell' podcast episode hosted by Josh Byrd, healthcare marketing entrepreneur John Lynn discusses balancing professional success with personal well-being. John shares his journey and strategies to manage stress while running successful ventures in healthcare IT.

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Key takeaways

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Entrepreneur John Lynn transformed his side hustle into a full-time career.

02

Work-life integration can lead to a more fulfilling life.

03

Strategies to avoid burnout are crucial for sustained success.

Balancing professional success with personal well-being is a common struggle for many in today's fast-paced world. As side hustles and entrepreneurial ventures gain popularity, many people are seeking ways to advance their careers without sacrificing their personal lives. Recent research shows that burnout is a significant issue in the workforce—67% of workers in the U.S. believe the pandemic worsened burnout, and over half (52%) of workers report feeling burned out at least sometimes. This growing trend emphasizes the need for effective strategies to manage stress and maintain both personal and professional growth.

Over half (52%) of workers report feeling burned out at least sometimes.

But can you truly "have it all"? What does it take to maintain career growth while being present for family and self?

This episode of Growthwell, hosted by Josh Byrd, tackles these questions with healthcare marketing entrepreneur John Lynn, who has successfully navigated the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship, family life, and personal fulfillment. John shares his journey as a father of five and founder of Healthcare IT Today and Swaay Health Communities, offering insights on how he manages both sides of life.

In this episode, they explore:

  • How John transformed his side hustle into a thriving full-time career in healthcare IT.
  • The concept of work-life integration and how it can lead to a more fulfilling life.
  • Strategies for avoiding burnout while still achieving professional success.

John Lynn is the founder of Healthcare IT Today and Swaay Health Communities. With a background in technology and a passion for entrepreneurship, John has built one of the leading voices in healthcare marketing. A father of five, he also balances a busy family life while attending and speaking at numerous conferences yearly.

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JB
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Experienced strategic marketing leader with a focus on strategic demand generation using data-driven techniques including Account Based Marketing (ABM), Marketing Automation, Online Advertising, Social Media, Print, and Public Relations. I love building strong teams who thrive in creatively mixing diverse marketing tactics, both traditional and modern, to realize significant revenue growth.

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About the Experts

JB
Josh Byrd

Host, Growthwell

Josh Byrd is the host of the Growthwell podcast, which focuses on empowering entrepreneurs and innovators through candid conversations and transformative ideas. The podcast aims to help early-stage founders build their ventures with intention and purpose.

JL
John Lynn

Founder

Healthcare IT Today and Swaay Health Communities

John Lynn is the founder of Healthcare IT Today and Swaay Health Communities. With a background in technology and a passion for entrepreneurship, he has built one of the leading voices in healthcare marketing. A father of five, he also balances a busy family life while attending and speaking at numerous conferences yearly.

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