Gateway Drugs Are Bad: The Downward Spiral of Decision-Making in a Career, Business and Marriage
Per Diem Podcast
Jump in the front seat as the host Keaton Turner takes you on a daily ride through his life as if you were sitting right there in the action with him. The Per Diem Podcast is a daily dialogue of the good, the bad, and the ugly of building a business.
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Gateway Drugs Are Bad: The Downward Spiral of Decision-Making in a Career, Business and Marriage

S2 E88 • Aug 12, 2025 • 55 mins

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with his morning routine and breakfast with colleagues. He shares business and life war stories, discussing Slack communication, financial tactics, and future goals. The episode explores work-life balance, corrects a previous topic by Trevor, and uses "gateway drugs" as career metaphors. Keaton examines social media's impact on business image and warns against "shiny object syndrome." He addresses relationship pitfalls, scorekeeping in partnerships, and the dangers of venting to third parties. Lifestyle inflation in relationships is highlighted. Keaton wraps up with advice, meeting takeaways, and appreciation.

Key Points

  • Building strong business relationships involves sharing both successes and failures, fostering a culture of transparency and continuous learning.
  • Avoiding small, seemingly harmless compromises in business ethics or personal integrity can prevent long-term negative consequences, akin to avoiding gateway drugs.
  • Maintaining balance and setting boundaries in personal and professional life is crucial to avoid burnout and ensure sustainable growth and happiness.
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