Get Off The Treadmill Podcast

Is “work-life balance” even real—or just a leftover idea from the factory era?

In this candid and energizing conversation, Chuck Blakeman, John Heenan, and Henry McCrory unpack what it really means to live an integrated life—where work and personal priorities aren’t constantly at war, but intentionally woven together.

Together, they challenge the outdated notion of balance and offer a refreshing perspective on how to build a business and life around purpose, not pressure.

🎧 You’ll hear:

✅ Why traditional “balance” creates rigidity, not freedom
✅ How integration gives you more control over your time and energy
✅ The one question that helps you focus on what truly matters
✅ Why managing tasks isn’t the same as leading your life
✅ How to schedule your days around values—not just obligations

💡 “What will I be glad I did today—10 years from now?”

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Recorded on the road in Spain. Chuck shares fresh insights while traveling to a live event—proof that business (and breakthroughs) don’t wait for ideal conditions.

In this energizing roundtable, Chuck Blakeman, John Heenan, and Henry McCrory explore the powerful link between daily routines and long-term success—not just in business, but in life.

From morning habits and mindset shifts to setting your priorities with intention, this episode offers practical takeaways for entrepreneurs who want more than just productivity… they want significance.

🎯 You’ll discover:

✅ The simple principles behind building a meaningful daily routine
✅ Why your inputs—books, people, and environment—shape your future
✅ How to lead yourself first before leading your business
✅ Why getting grounded daily helps overcome the tyranny of the urgent
✅ Tools like vision boards, gratitude, and breathing that actually work

💡 “What you do daily reflects what you truly value—whether you admit it or not.”

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Recorded on the road in Spain. Chuck shares fresh insights while traveling to a live event—proof that business (and breakthroughs) don’t wait for perfect timing.

In this special solo episode, Chuck Blakeman explores why moments of tension, discomfort, and even chaos are not something to run from—but the very moments that spark our deepest growth.

Drawing from music, Chuck illustrates how rhythm, melody, harmony, dissonance, and discord mirror our personal and business lives—and why leaning into what feels uncomfortable can lead us to new breakthroughs and richer, more meaningful experiences.

🎧 You’ll hear:

✅ Why we don’t grow in our flow—we produce there
✅ How dissonance and discord act as invitations to transformation
✅ The difference between reacting to life vs. responding with intention
✅ What it means to find freedom within your circumstances—not from them
✅ How music teaches us to embrace life’s off-notes as part of a bigger harmony

💡 “Circumstances don’t make me who I am. How I respond to them does.”

In this episode, Chuck Blakeman welcomes back business strategist and wellness educator Vanessa Emerson, founder of The Evolving Expert. Together, they explore why most business plans fail—and how a simple, dynamic two-page strategic plan can transform the way you run your business.

Vanessa and Chuck share how this living document keeps you focused on what truly moves your business forward—helping you move past the tyranny of the urgent and toward long-term significance.

🎧 You’ll discover:
✅ The difference between a static business plan and a rolling strategic plan
✅ Why the best strategic plan impacts what you do today
✅ How to separate tasks that change your business forever from those that just keep it running
✅ The importance of revisiting your plan daily or weekly
✅ Real-life stories of entrepreneurs who used this process to double revenue and reclaim their time

💡 “If your strategic plan doesn’t impact your daily actions, it’s just shelf help.”

In this episode, Chuck Blakeman dives into one of the most counterintuitive truths about business ownership: You shouldn’t try to fix your weaknesses.

Chuck outlines three powerful reasons why working on your business weaknesses not only wastes time—it actually limits your success. You’ll learn:

✅ Why trying to be great at everything is a dangerous myth
✅ How focusing on weaknesses creates codependence and kills freedom
✅ Why doubling down on your strengths makes your business—and life—more effective and fulfilling

Chuck also introduces the Apex Profile—a groundbreaking tool designed specifically for business owners to identify their unique strengths and lead accordingly. If you’ve ever felt stuck or overwhelmed trying to “do it all,” this episode will set you free.

🔗 Check out the Apex Profile at ApexProfile.com
🎁Plus—listen in to catch an exclusive discount code for GOTT Podcast listeners!

How do you create consistent results in your business while stepping further out of the day-to-day? In this powerful follow-up episode, Chuck sits down again with Stacy Voss to unpack the real-world impact of Freedom Mapping—a system Stacy uses to empower her remote team, improve client experience, and eliminate the need for constant management.

Together, they explore why documenting your core business processes (even if you're a solo entrepreneur) is a game-changer, how it fosters consistency and trust, and the mindset shift that allows business owners to move from control to collaboration. You’ll also hear practical ways to begin Freedom Mapping and how it ties directly to your company’s core values and mission.

If you're tired of feeling like the bottleneck in your business and want to build something that thrives without your constant oversight, this episode is your roadmap.

🔗 Learn more about Stacy Voss and her work at northstargrantwriting.com 

🎧 And if you missed Stacy’s first appearance on the show, go back and catch it—it’s a brilliant look at her journey from solopreneur to business owner with freedom. Check out Episode 22 here.

In this solo episode, Chuck Blakeman challenges one of the most deeply held beliefs in business: the idea that you have competition.

What if competition doesn’t exist?

Chuck shares how adopting a scarcity mindset—where business is a zero-sum game—leads to fear, stress, and toxic culture. But when you embrace an abundance mindset, everything changes. You stop chasing other people’s success, and start building something truly your own.

You’ll hear:
✅ Why “competition” is a distraction, not a threat
✅ How copying other businesses leads to mediocrity
✅ Why abundance-minded leaders build more successful (and joyful) businesses
✅ Real stories from Microsoft, Apple, and Chuck’s own journey that illustrate the difference
✅ How to focus your time and energy on your unique value instead of playing defense

💡 “You weren’t built to chase someone else’s dream. You were built to create your own.”

If you’ve been looking over your shoulder, measuring your value by someone else’s success, this episode is your wake-up call.

What if you could look at your business like a map—one that clearly shows where you are today and how to get to the life you actually want?

In this powerful conversation, Chuck sits down with Bryan Farley, President of Association Reserves Colorado, to unpack the Seven Stages of Business Ownership—a framework that shifts the focus from just growing a business to building one that truly serves you. Together, they break down the journey from startup to freedom, share the pitfalls of getting stuck in “Stage Four” (where your business makes money but steals your time), and reveal the mindset shift that moves you toward a company that thrives even when you’re not there.

Whether you’re in survival mode, chasing stability, or ready to design your ideal lifestyle, this episode gives you the clarity and direction to move forward with intention.

🔗 Learn more about Bryan Farley and Association Reserves at reservestudy.com
🎧 Don’t miss Bryan’s first guest appearance in Episode 18: Unlocking Freedom in Business: The Power of Freedom Mapping — Listen here.