Welcome to another episode of No Fixed Agenda! This week, we dive deep into a topic that hits home for entrepreneurs, coaches, and anyone grinding in the service industry: burnout.
In this episode:
- We open up about our own experiences with burnout—how it sneaks up, what it feels like, and how it’s changed as we’ve shifted roles from coach to entrepreneur.
- The conversation covers the unique pressures of being a coach, business owner, and leader, and how wearing multiple hats can make it hard to truly disconnect.
- We talk about the importance of setting boundaries—not just with clients and staff, but with ourselves and our own ideas.
- Personal stories: hospital visits from overwork, the struggle to “turn off” even on vacation, and the guilt that comes with downtime.
- Strategies for recharging: travel, quiet time, and learning to say no.
- The challenge of social media and content creation burnout, and why it’s so much easier to burn out on things you don’t love.
- The ongoing search for balance, and the realization that sometimes, “enough” is hard to define.
Key Takeaways:
- Burnout is real and often goes unspoken, especially in service-based businesses.
- Setting boundaries is essential for long-term health and effectiveness.
- It’s okay to not always be “on”—sometimes, the best thing you can do is step back and recharge.
- Defining what “enough” means for you and your business can help prevent future burnout.
Join the Conversation: We want to hear from you! What are your tips for avoiding burnout? How do you set boundaries? Drop a comment on this episode—on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, or on our social posts. We’re always looking for new ideas (as long as it doesn’t involve waking up at 4am for a two-hour morning routine!).
Thanks for listening, and remember: sometimes, the best way to show up for others is to take care of yourself first.
