Ben Meer's Life Engine Audit Helps Leaders Balance Work and Personal Life
Author Ben Meer introduces a seven-part life audit designed to help leaders identify and address imbalances in their personal lives before work-related pressures cause wider issues.
An article published by Inc. Magazine details "The Life Engine Audit," a system developed by author Ben Meer to address potential imbalances in leaders' personal lives. The audit aims to help individuals who may be succeeding professionally but struggling in other areas due to the demands of running a business.
Merr identifies seven key "life engines": Physical Health, Emotions, Mind, Relationships, Career, Money, and Environment. He notes that individuals often focus on the "engines" that feel comfortable while neglecting those requiring more attention, which can lead to broader problems.
The audit involves a "Gap Analysis," where individuals define their current state in each area, set desired outcomes, and identify steps to bridge any discrepancies. The article references Theo Epstein, a baseball executive, as an example of someone who successfully applied a similar assessment process to transform team culture and achieve championship success.
Meer's approach emphasizes that success in one area cannot compensate for failure in another. The Life Engine Audit provides a framework for leaders to proactively manage their well-being across all life domains, preventing weaknesses from impacting overall life satisfaction and performance.