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Candid startup conversations for founders building with intention.

Growthwell is a podcast for early-stage founders hosted by Josh Byrd, focused on building ventures with clarity and intention rather than hype. Conversations go deep on the decisions, failures, and frameworks that shape startup trajectories. The channel gives B2B founders and investors a grounded resource for navigating early company growth.

23 episodes
Channel Brief·Growthwell · 23 episodes
Updated Mar 18, 2025

Balance beats burnout: leaders choose wellbeing alongside ambition

Growthwell argues that intentional boundary-setting, purpose-driven work, and resilience practices enable sustained career success without sacrificing personal fulfillment. The channel grounds this in workplace burnout data and founder testimony.

Growthwell's core argument is that professional success and personal wellbeing are not zero-sum: leaders who prioritize intentionality, clear boundaries, and purpose-driven decisions build stronger careers and healthier lives. The channel supports this through recurring interviews with entrepreneurs, executives, and healthcare leaders who model specific practices—time blocking, daily rituals, community support systems—that prevent burnout while sustaining growth.

Drawn from Empathy & Innovation in Leadership with Nadine… and 4 more →

“Resilience involves reshaping what remains, not regaining what was lost.”

Tiran Jackson, resilience expert, Ep. 23

By the numbers

77%

of professionals experience burnout at some point

30%

of executives feel isolated in their roles

72%

of startup founders report mental health impacts

57%

of workers report negative effects from work-related stress

What the channel argues

InsightEmpathetic leaders with clear boundaries have more engaged, innovative employees.→
Data77% of professionals report burnout, underscoring urgent need for sustainable practices.→
DataThree in ten executives feel isolated in their roles, yet practical connection strategies exist.→
Data72% of startup founders report mental health impacts like stress, anxiety, and burnout.→
Data80% of people experience negative self-talk, which significantly impacts mental health and productivity.→
Data75% of workers plan to seek new jobs within 12 months, with 70% citing work-life balance as most important.→

What you'll learn

•How to set boundaries and say no without guilt, as a lever for personal and professional clarity.
•Why intentional routines, time blocking, and daily rituals directly prevent burnout and boost productivity.
•How to build sustainable businesses and careers by prioritizing purpose, community, and resilience over pure competition.
•Specific strategies successful executives, entrepreneurs, and healthcare leaders use to balance high performance with family and wellbeing.

What to do about it

→Define your non-negotiables: identify the commitments, relationships, and practices you will not compromise, then use them as a filter for all opportunities.
→Establish a daily ritual or routine aligned with your purpose, whether through time blocking, exercise, or intentional scheduling to prevent decision fatigue and protect wellbeing.
→Build or join a support system and accountability community, whether peer mentors, coaches, or peer leaders, to navigate challenges and celebrate wins without isolation.

Who and what shows up

Nadine Hauf

Healthcare leader

Demonstrates how empathetic leadership combined with innovation drives employee engagement and better patient outcomes in complex healthcare systems.

Kathryn O'Day

Partner, Atlanta Ventures; seven-time Ironman finisher

Shows how endurance discipline and goal-setting principles from ultraendurance racing translate to high-performance leadership and work-life integration.

Tiran Jackson

Resilience expert and inspirational speaker

Exemplifies how transforming grief and trauma into purpose and daily healing habits enables personal and professional growth.

Kate Van Waes

CEO and founder, Van Waes Consulting

Addresses the hidden struggle of executive loneliness and provides practical strategies for leaders to build meaningful connections and sustain wellbeing.

Josh Byrd

Host, Growthwell podcast; 15 years entrepreneurial experience

Brings 15 years of experience working alongside entrepreneurs, investors, and creatives to shape the channel's focus on balancing business success with personal fulfillment.

Questions this channel answers

Q

How do leaders balance career ambition with personal wellbeing without burning out?

By defining clear boundaries and non-negotiables, building intentional daily routines, establishing purpose-driven goals, and cultivating support systems. Research shows 77% of professionals experience burnout, highlighting the urgency of these practices.

Freedom in Saying NO with Matt Brost | Ep. 25 | Growthwe… →
Q

Why do so many executives feel isolated, and what can they do about it?

Research by Deloitte found 30% of executives feel isolated. Practical strategies include prioritizing meaningful connections, joining peer communities, practicing transparent communication, and seeking mentorship to combat loneliness.

Leadership Doesn’t Have To Be Lonely with Kate Van Waes … →
Q

How does saying no enhance both personal and professional outcomes?

Saying no to misaligned opportunities and overcommitment reduces stress and burnout, freeing mental and emotional energy for high-impact work and meaningful relationships. Studies on workplace wellbeing show overcommitment directly contributes to burnout.

Freedom in Saying NO with Matt Brost | Ep. 25 | Growthwe… →
Q

What role does purpose play in preventing burnout?

Purpose-driven work helps leaders and founders align daily actions with core values, reducing the sense of meaningless hustle. Research shows 72% of startup founders report mental health impacts; intentional purpose can counteract this.

Turn Pain into Purpose with Tiran Jackson | Ep. 23 | Gro… →
Q

How can remote leaders build meaningful connections and protect mental health?

Remote leaders should prioritize intentional practices including structured virtual and in-person connection, daily physical health rituals, and clear boundaries between work and personal time. The APA reports 57% of workers experience negative stress effects; intentionality helps mitigate this.

Thriving as a Remote Leader with Jared Johnson | Ep. 16 … →
Topics:Work-life balance and boundary-settingBurnout prevention and mental healthIntentional leadership and purpose-driven workRemote work and virtual team managementHealthcare leadership and provider wellbeing
Themes:Intentionality as a competitive advantageResilience through purpose and communityBoundary-setting as a path to sustainable success

Industry context

Work-life balance has become a top career priority across generations, with younger professionals increasingly valuing boundaries and flexibility over career advancement alone.

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