The Truth About Work-Life Balance & Failing as an Entrepreneur with Matthew Diamante

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Matthew Diamante, founder of Hey Tony, a marketing agency that helps small businesses master SEO and social media. With over 243,000 Instagram followers, Matthew has built a personal brand that simplifies digital marketing into actionable strategies. But today’s conversation goes beyond marketing.

We dive deep into work-life balance—does it even exist for entrepreneurs?—and the reality of failure in business. Is hustle culture the only way to success, or is there a smarter, more sustainable approach? Matthew shares candid insights about burnout, learning from failures, and how to build a business without losing yourself in the process. If you're an entrepreneur, creative, or someone struggling to juggle work and life, this episode is for you!

About the Guest:

Matthew Diamante is the founder of Hey Tony, a digital marketing agency helping businesses dominate SEO and social media without breaking the bank. Having helped countless brands rank #1 on Google and grow their online presence, Matthew knows what it takes to build a thriving business. But beyond marketing, he understands the challenges of finding balance, failing forward, and staying sane while growing a company.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Work-life balance is not about a perfect 50/50 split—it’s about intentional prioritization✅ Hustle culture isn’t sustainable—working smart trumps mindless grinding✅ Failure isn’t the end; it’s a learning opportunity—embrace it and pivot when necessary✅ Burnout is real—get enough sleep, take breaks, and set boundaries to avoid it✅ Take small steps forward—you don’t need to conquer the mountain in a day

Connect with Matthew Diamante:

🔗 Website: HeyTony.ca📲 Instagram, TikTok, YouTube: @MatthewDiamante🔗 Find all links in the show notes!

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