Balancing Life, Work & Passions with Author Tyler Schuetze
Show Notes
You might have had a thought like this over your holiday break:
You made it.
The spouse, the house, and the kids.
Your career is beginning to take off, or already has, you are working hard, and it feels good.
But not great…
Something is just not “there”.
You have a bad taste in your mouth, or there's a yearning for more.
That is what we usually call longing for a passion deferred.
Anyone with a pipe dream, a brilliant business idea, or that life-changing pursuit will one day find themselves facing a loaded schedule and needing more time to flex those muscles than they have.
All kinds of obstacles or fears can get in the way; and eventually, after a few years, we tuck it away into a box in our closet to be forgotten about.
It is something we often feel but rarely ever talk about or address head-on.
Running in circles and working overtime does not end each week with your creativity and passion cup being full.
But does it even matter to get back to filling that?
What kind of impact does that have on us or our family or community?
How do we get back into the rhythm of what we used to be passionate about?
Is it even possible to find time to balance or integrate it all?
The answer is an astounding YES! And a great example of who lived this out is our guest on our penultimate episode of Season 5!
EV startup leader, self-published author, and full-fledged creative Tyler Schuetze went from working 60+ hours a week at Tesla to writing a book while working 60+ hours a week at Tesla.
He breaks down his methodology and his WHY in tandem with our cohost Aaron's story of doing the same while working four jobs and also releasing music.
The challenge during the journey is not impossible, and it might feel like you are close to burning out and will never get there, but YOU CAN.
Just start.
First, by checking out this episode.
Second, by partnering alongside a Purpose Pro guide today to get back on track for your passions.
Your family and friends will thank you.
But so will that inner you, that part of you that knows that your passion isn't just a distant or fleeting day dream; it's today.
Quotes and Highlights from the Episode
-"Do I choose life, poverty, and passions or do I have the basic necessities?" -Tyler Schuetze
-"You only have so much capacity each day." -Tyler Schuetze
-"It's Important that we do things to keep that flame alive in some way shape or form. We stay engaged with that passion." -Joe Elliott
-"Hey man, I finished half of a book." -Tyler Schuetze
-"I think a lot of the time, it's easy to get caught up in the what instead of the why." -Tyler Schuetze
-"If you use the fire and the funds from your work, you're gonna make the best stuff you've ever made in your life." -Aaron Alba
-"If you're not willing to make those sacrifices and bleed over this, then it isn't your passion anyways. It's a cute idea better than your full time work" -Joe Elliott
-"You really don't need more money all the time, you need reps." -Tyler Schuetze
-"Are you willing to run the marathon here?" -Joe Elliott
-"You have to." -Tyler Schuetze
-"Maybe you're the obstacle." -Joe Elliott
-"You gotta have a tribe to support you, and if you don't have that, then you haven't met that tribe yet." -Joe Elliott
Links from the Episode
-Start processing and getting back on track with your passions at www.PurposePro.Org
-Check out Jude Barclay’s music and videos on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-neYWiNTX5OmzhI48C15GQ
-Get a copy of Tyler’s book, The Awkward List on Amazon now at https://www.amazon.com/Awkward-List-Finding-Epic-Story/dp/B08DC1P4MC
-Check out Aaron Alba’s music on Spotify or Apple Music or follow him on Instagram at @AaronCAlba