In this podcast we cover:

• What behavior has to change to maintain a balance.
• Why we still have a problem even when companies stress balance.

In this episode, I deliver a direct and passionate message to my teams at Elevate, Lean Built, and Lean Takt and to the industry at large. I confront the misconception that our people are overworked and reveal why the real issue is not the company but old habits of overworking that individuals carry into our culture.

You will hear why balance is non-negotiable, why unlimited PTO and capped hours matter, and why silence in the face of overwork is not just harmful but what I call silent treason. I share how we enforce rest, coach people to take time off, and refuse to allow anyone to overburden themselves or others.

This is not about silencing voices. It is about creating a culture of accountability where balance is actively protected. If you have ever struggled with guilt about rest or believed that long hours equal dedication, this episode is for you. It is time to unlearn old habits, embrace true balance, and set a new standard for what remarkable work really looks like.

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Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw