Redefining Success & Integrating Work and Life, with Kelly Ryan Bailey

What if work-life balance isn’t the answer?

As founders, the pressure to keep moving forward can feel relentless. But what if the secret to success isn’t sprinting harder, but intentionally slowing down?

In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Ryan Bailey, a serial entrepreneur who’s launched 15 startups, one of which sold for $300m, to explore the power of pausing. Kelly has mastered the art of aligning personal and professional success, turning moments of reflection into a framework for sustainable growth.

Together, we dive into:

• Why aligning personal and business goals is critical for long-term success.
• The role of intentional pauses in preventing burnout and fueling creativity.
• Kelly’s “growing forward” method for reflecting and resetting goals.
• How redefining success can lead to a more authentic, fulfilling life—without sacrificing financial growth.

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