Excited to share a fantastic conversation I had withNicky and Ness, the authors of "Healthy Hustle"
This episode is a must-listen for any business owner, leader, or anyone looking to achieve success without sacrificing their well-being.
We dive deep into their journeys, from corporate careers to entrepreneurship, and how they've redefined success. It was an insightful and engaging discussion where we explored:
Nicky's experience with burnout and how it led to a pivotal shift in her perspective
Ness's transition from a government job to becoming a leadership coach and business owner
The commonmisconceptions around sales and how to overcome them.
The importance ofcreating a healthy hustle to avoid burnout.
The idea thatnothing has meaning except the meaning we give to it, and how it relates to sales and business
Definingsuccess as more than just financial gain
Nicky and Ness shared their personal stories and practical tips for finding that sweet spot between pushing too hard and taking your foot off the accelerator. They also talked about the concept of "entrepreneurial addiction". They emphasized that overworking can cost lives and impact society. The key is to take action, implementing even 1% increments for change.
They highlighted that a big challenge for business owners is that they can become the "rainmaker" in their business and need to develop a culture that embraces sales
Additionally, they stress the importance of creating cadences and expectations to avoid burnout, as 67% of business development people are at risk of burnout
I especially appreciated their advice on how to recognize patterns, create a support system, and find joy in your work
They shared some great tools from their book, including the 90-day plan and a 'map' to help readers navigate to different sections based on their specific needs.