What are We Working for?

In this episode of Business Brain, Shannon Jean shares a powerful metaphor that guides his work and life: the campfire. For him, success is about creating meaningful experiences and connections with loved ones—gathering around a campfire at his river house, watching his family enjoy the space he built through years of hard work. It’s a symbol of why he grinds day in and day out. He encourages listeners to find their own metaphor or “noble cause” that drives them beyond the daily hustle—to build a life that pulls them forward with purpose.

Dave Hamilton reflects on his recent health scare—diagnosed with Lyme disease—and how it forced him to slow down, reprioritize, and only focus on the most important work. That experience helped him realize how much of his time had been consumed by nonessential tasks, and that some things don’t fall apart when you step back. He shares how delegating or even automating B-level tasks (with the help of new tools like ChatGPT agents) could help entrepreneurs focus more on their A-level priorities and live their version of a charmed life.

Together, they challenge listeners to define their own “charmed life” and identify the signs they’re already living it. Whether it’s a campfire, a podcast studio, or something entirely different, the point is to use that vision to create purpose and joy in your entrepreneurial journey.

• 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #668 for Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
  • July 23rd: International Yada Yada Day
• 00:01:40 This is why we work
  • Shannon’s Campfire Metaphor…what’s yours?
  • What’s your noble cause?
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• 00:10:22 Dave’s recent health issue leads to learning…
• 00:13:14 Value of forced prioritization
• 00:18:18 How does your charmed life manifest itself in how you live your life?
• 00:20:12 Business Brain 668 Outtro
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