In this episode, Stephen Heptig shares his journey from being a pilot to transitioning into civilian life, emphasizing the balance between personal ambition and family priorities. He discusses the sacrifices for success, the importance of defining joy and success, and the impact of one's actions on loved ones. Stephen reflects on the need for constant goal reassessment and the significance of imprinting positive behaviors on children. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of living a purposeful life and making intentional choices that align with your values and goals. Some highlights from our call: “Everyone is playing a game, and none of us are playing the same game... What is your definition of success? Your definition of success is very likely not everybody else's.” - Stephen Heptig On Understanding Personal Success Additional key insights: - Military offers opportunities but requires family time sacrifices. - Reflect on career and priorities for work-life balance. - Consider an external workspace to tackle work-from-home challenges. - Prioritize being present with family and set clear work-life boundaries. - Define clear purpose and personal success - Balance work and family; it's okay to prioritize family based on values. - Military transition is a temporary phase leading to stability. - Developing adult friendships is crucial for personal growth and community. And much more! ___ Follow Stephen:  Twitter: stephenheptig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenheptig/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKineticMan Website: https://www.thekineticman.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel and be updated with our latest episodes at youtube.com/@thebizdad You can also watch and listen on Rumble at:  https://rumble.com/user/thebizdad You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favorite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-bizdad-podcast/id1692797876 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1UKSJyYyYu5tBcFGgWQvEe Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebizdad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamlabarr/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-bizdad-podcast/ You can also visit our website at: https://ralcapitalgroup.com/