The Balanced Breakthrough

The breakthrough you’re chasing isn’t about more hustle—it’s about finally finding balance that lasts.

Are you winning at work but losing at life?

Garrett Maroon was. From the outside, he had it all—a top-performing real estate team, industry accolades, and a calendar packed with closings. But behind the scenes? Eighty-hour weeks, mounting pressure, and burnout that could have cost him his marriage, health, and faith.

The Balanced Breakthrough is your invitation to rewrite the rules of success. In these pages, Garrett opens up about the toll of hustle culture and how he chose a different path—one that honors God, family, and a sustainable business model.

Inside, you'll discover:

How to create your own definition of success—one rooted in purpose, not pressure. The PDA Formula: Build a Predictable, Dollar-productive, and Aligned business that serves your life. Proven strategies to reclaim your time, protect your peace, and lead with integrity. A roadmap to more income, greater impact, and lasting joy—without losing what matters most.

Whether you’re an ambitious entrepreneur, a weary professional, or a real estate agent chasing balance, this book will show you how to stop surviving and start thriving—in business and in life.

You don’t have to burn out to stand out.

You just need to redefine the win.

1. Opening Credits
2. Dedication
3. Part 1: The Story
4. Chapter 1: The Dash
5. Chapter 2: My Story
6. Chapter 3: The Typical Agent Story
7. Part 2: The Scoreboard
8. Chapter 4: The Industry Is Wrong
9. Chapter 5: Reclaiming an Intentional Life
10. Chapter 6: Creating the Scoreboard
11. Part 3: The PDA Formula
12. Chapter 7: Authenticity
13. Chapter 8: Predictability
14. Chapter 9: Profitability
15. Chapter 10: My Personal PDA Framework
16. Part 4: Intentional Achievement
17. Chapter 11: Hierarchy of Attention
18. Chapter 12: Rule of 8s
19. Chapter 13: The Right Next Thing
20. Chapter 14: Conclusion: So What?
21. Acknowledgements
22. Closing Credits