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The ROE Metric Nobody's Talking About—But Should Be

Mar 23, 2026
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Unlocking Return on Energy: Beyond ROI for Real Success—Caren Glasser, James Hicks, and guest Casey Eberhart reveal why working smarter, not harder, is the real game-changer. Discover how energy, fulfillment, and purpose matter just as much as money for building a truly successful life and business. - The difference between ROI (return on investment), ROE (return on energy), and ROL (return on life)—and why you need all three. - Why high financial returns can still leave you empty if your energy is depleted. - How leaders can create better opportunities and teams by aligning work with people’s true motivations. - The importance of setting clear expectations and personal “underwriting criteria” before jumping into new ventures or partnerships. - Simple steps to audit your current projects for energy, fulfillment, and total life value. Ready to go deeper than dollars? Watch now and start unlocking real success. 00:00 "Beyond ROI: Return on Energy" 04:40 "Capital Growth and Purpose" 09:59 "Balancing Energy and Life Returns" 10:53 "From Sweatshop Owner to Marketer" 16:14 "Boat Dream, Busy Reality" 19:34 "Tailoring Compensation Strategies Effectively" 20:54 "Personalized Motivation Over One-Size Compensation" 26:52 "Lessons from Al-Anon Sponsors" 30:29 "Aligned Commitment Drives Results" 32:21 "Underwriters Control Real Estate"