#191 How to Stay Grounded When Business Gets Overwhelming

The Profitable Cleaner

In this deeply honest episode, James sits down with commercial and fashion photographer John S. Miller, whose work has appeared in publications like 303 Magazine and Mile High Sports. From leading worship for nearly two decades to launching his own creative business, John opens up about his transition, his faith, and how being a father to a daughter with special needs transformed his entire outlook on work and life.

A creative entrepreneur, and former worship pastor who’s built a career and life around service, humility, and family. More than tactics or tools, this episode is about the deeper things we rarely talk about in business — identity, ego, burnout, faith, and showing up fully for the people who matter most.

Whether you're running a $500K cleaning company or managing a team of 200, this is your reminder to build something that works for your life, not the other way around.

🔥 What You’ll Learn:

• ✅ How to balance your business without sacrificing family
• ✅ Why ego is the silent killer of leadership
• ✅ How to transition careers without losing your identity
• ✅ What business owners can learn from faith and humility
• ✅ Why burnout is a signal, not a badge of honor
• ✅ The power of creative presence in a high-stress world

📚 Episode Breakdown:

(00:00) – The Cold Water Moment: Ego & Vulnerability
(05:30) – Life Before Photography: Ministry, Music & Leadership
(11:00) – Raising a Child with Special Needs While Growing a Business
(17:00) – Why Grounded Entrepreneurs Lead Better Teams
(22:00) – Transitioning Careers Without Burning Out
(29:00) – The Role of Faith in Business & Balance
(36:00) – Personal Growth, Partnerships, and the Power of Saying No
(42:00) – Reflections on Legacy, Parenting, and Purpose

👤 Guest: John S. Miller

• 📸 Commercial, Fashion & Portrait Photographer
• 🗺️ Based in Denver, CO
• 🌐 https://www.johnsmiller.com/
• Follow his work on Instagram

Clients include Wrangler, ARTA Tequila, Mile High Sports Magazine, and dozens more.

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