From Burnout to Blue Brint: How To Design an Exceptional Life

What does it really mean to live — and lead — an exceptional life?

In this episode of The Happiest CEO Podcast, Sebastian chats with Marcus Pearce — speaker, author, podcaster, and co-host of the globally acclaimed 100 Not Out: Mastering the Art of Ageing Well — for a powerful conversation about purpose, performance, and redefining success.

Marcus’s journey is anything but ordinary. From a high-pressure career in elite sports media (Channel Nine, AFL Footy Show, Olympic Games, World Cups) to becoming one of Australia’s most trusted voices in health, wellbeing, and personal growth, Marcus shares the wake-up calls that reshaped his life — and how leaders can avoid burning out while building something meaningful.

We explore:

• Why exceptional standards matter more than chasing balance

• How CEOs can design a life that supports long-term energy, health, and happiness

• Lessons from 400+ conversations with the world’s greatest “graceful agers”

• What business leaders can learn from longevity cultures like Ikaria

• How to make the rest of your life the best of your life — without sacrificing ambition

This episode is a must-listen for founders, CEOs, and high performers who want success that actually feels good — now and in the decades to come.

🎧 Listen in and discover how to build a business, a body, and a life that truly lasts.