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Striving to achieve work-life balance and win both at home and work? 

Join us on this episode with Dr. James Bryant. Discover his inspiring journey and learn from his experiences as he provides invaluable insights into the secrets of success in business and life. From his humble beginnings in Philadelphia to his current role with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, Dr. Bryant shares how to strip it all back to the basics. Gain the wisdom of networking, mentorship, niche targeting, and trust-building. Don't miss out on his advice for setting up contingency plans and achieving that elusive balance between your professional and family pursuits. 

If you're looking to achieve true success as a family man, this episode is your compass. Don't miss it!

What we discuss in this episode:

[00:00 - 09:53] Getting to Know Dr. James Bryant

• Dr. James Bryant is an experienced engineer and executive coach.
• Success in business and life requires hard work, connections, and personal growth.
• Relationships are crucial for the development and drawing out of our potential.

[09:54 - 18:52] Challenges and Personal Growth

• Challenges shape us and instill good habits for achieving our dreams.
• Challenges can be overcome by owning the fact that you need help and putting in additional work
• Fundamentals are crucial for tackling issues and comprehending the root cause of a problem.

[18:53 - 33:41] Achieving Work-Life Balance and Winning at Home and Work

• The challenge of balancing a career with building a home and family
• 3 questions to reflect on: Do you want to win at work? Do you want to win at home? Are you winning at work and home?
• The ultimate goal is to win at work and at home through sacrifice and commitment.

[33:42 - 44:20] What Executive Coaching is All About

• Executive coaching supports individuals as they advance in their careers.
• Coaching involves establishing a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients to address their issues and find success.
• Executive coaching involves asking questions, challenging beliefs, and individualizing.

[44:21 - 49:21] A Life of Winning at Work and Home

• Setting boundaries and defending what matters to you are essential.
• Advocating for your priorities without confrontation
• It's okay for employers to ask, and it's okay for you to decline without getting mad.

[49:22 - 1:01:32] The Foundation of Being an Executive Coach

• The use of CRM for client management
• Podcasting establishes you as a subject-matter expert and an authority in your field.
• You need to niche down to the people that you're uniquely designed to speak to.

[1:01:33 - 01:14:40] Advice from an Executive Coach and Husband

• To enter the executive coaching lane, one must know what problem they solve and who they solve it for.

• The first piece of advice for a new entrepreneur is to nail down the problem they are solving and who they are solving it for.
• For husbands and fathers, communicate clearly, as your spouse cannot read your mind.

Connect with Dr. James!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbryant2/

Website:https://www.engineeryoursuccessnow.com/

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Ralph’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelsaye/

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Key Quote

"My ambition extends far beyond career advancement. It's about designing a life where I can win both in the workplace and at home." – Dr. James Bryant