During the last 10 years, I've started 7 businesses and sold 3 and closed down 2, wrote 2 ebooks, spoke at more than 10 conferences, participated in more than 100 webinars, online trainings, telesummits & podcast interviews, traveled to many beautiful places, had 3 children, moved 9 times, bought 3 homes and sold 2 of them, met a ton of amazing entrepreneurs, attended masterminds, built a team, wrote more than […]
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5 Ways to Avoid Entrepreneur Burnout Hey there, I see you out there doing #allthethings. Starting a coaching business takes work, focus, creativity and perseverance. What habits and traits do successful entrepreneurs use to manage stress and for burnout prevention in the long term? You’re doing emails, perfecting your sample session, deciding on how much to charge, improving your coaching skills, looking for clients, getting organized, learning and more learning and taking classes. You’re probably doing all this at the same time you are working full-time in your career, caring for your family, trying to have a great relationship with your partner and still trying to squeeze in some time with friends. So where’s the work life balance and what do you if you’re already experiencing burnout? Today is a good day to talk about the traits of successful entrepreneurs, and how to avoid entrepreneurial burnout. Why am I a good person to be writing about this you say? Well, it’s because I’ve been there too, a few years ago I had major burn out and I recovered. Even today, because I’m driven, and I always want to do more and do it well, I still walk that edge and I need to be conscious of my state and act wisely to maintain my health. So, I’ve been there, I’ve rebounded, and, in the process, I’ve learned a few things. Let's talk about these 5 ways to maintain your mental health Accept we all have a natural rhythm Recharge your self daily Learn to say Yes and No The power of connection Reframe your perspective 1. Accept we all have a natural rhythm. We are human, and we need to become aware of our cycles. Some days you will be up and other days you will be down. We can’t always be “up” pushing hard and accomplishing 110% in everything we do. Sometimes we’re energetic and sometimes we need a nap. Just like the ocean, the waves rise and fall and so do the tides in concert with the phases of the moon. Learn to give yourself permission to be human. To do your best and be your best you need to become aware of your rhythm and follow its guidance. Recognize the signs of burnout and understand how burnout affects you and others. Allow yourself to rest when you’re tired. This doesn’t mean you have to jump on a plane for a holiday every time you’re exhausted. (although more vacations are a good idea!). Nor does it mean you need to sleep 10 hours every night. What it does mean is that when you become aware of your energy level, sometimes it’s good to take a quick afternoon nap, or put your feet up and drink a cup of tea for 15 minutes. Ask yourself, “what kind of boss am I?” and “if I were an employee, what would I say about the company owner?” Are you a slave driver? Maybe you need to treat your “employee” i.e you with a little bit more kindness. 2. Recharge your batteries every day. No matter how you feel, spend time recharging your own batteries. You will perform best and be the most resilient when you take good care of your foundation. Even on the days when you are feeling good, take time to fill your tank. This approach when you’re feeling good will minimize the bad days too and build your resilience and help to prevent burnout. My personal approach is to meditate, do a bit of yoga, journal and read a few pages from an inspiring book. This morning ritual takes about an hour, but I’ve learned over time this is one of the most important hours of my day. It’s my ritual, and it works for me. Take the time to find out what’s best for you. Some ideas you can use are: Get a good night’s sleep Take a quick afternoon nap Eat clean “live” food. Plenty of fruits, veggies and organic whenever possible Drink plenty of fresh water Spend time in nature Move your body. Go to the gym, go for a walk or ride your bike Quiet time, meditation Breathing exercises Journaling Reading 3. Set boundaries. Say "yes" and "no". Simply put, don’t say yes to every request. I know you might groan when I tell you it’s important to say “no” more often. But hear me out, you already know how to say no. Here’s what I mean. Every time you say “yes” you are actually saying “no” to all the other things you could be doing at that time. So you already are saying no all the time. Learn how to say no to the right things. Instead of worrying about saying no, because you might disappoint someone, decide instead to say a conscious ‘yes’ to the best use of your time and energy 4. Healthy Relationships At times, being an entrepreneur is a lonely path. While I bet you are excited about growing your coaching business, your friends and family probably can’t relate to everything you are doing. In truth, you will need to make decisions, take action and figure things out, learn and make mistakes and often time you are doing this on your own. These are all part of building a business. But being alone is a very different experience than being lonely. When you consciously build and nurture relationships with your friends, family and other business owners you will feel supported and connected. Nurturing and spending time with people you care about it is one of the keys to avoid burnout. 5. Reframe Your Perspective Building a business is a marathon, not a sprint. When we look at other people on social media we see many claims of building a “6 figure practice in just a few weeks”, and we see the highlights, the big wins of others. I’m curious, have you ever built a business before? Probably not one like this. So, you are new, and it takes time, energy, action, successes and failures to grow your business. When we think of children we expect them to start school in Kindergarten, go through to Grade 12 and hopefully beyond. We would never expect a little one in Grade One to master calculus or read and analyze Shakespeare. So why do we expect our coaching businesses to be a booming success within just a few months? It’s ok to give yourself permission to learn and grow. Soon enough you will have a mature, profitable and sustainable business that you will be proud of. Right now enjoy the learning, and remember to celebrate your growth. Allow yourself to know that you are doing great for where you are right now and that you can improve, and you will improve.
Need to get started on your burnout recovery? Download the Core Values Worksheet today!https://bit.ly/corevaluesfreebie“It was something I was doing just for me, no one else, a very unfamiliar feeling,” says today’s guest Kristin Lis, reflecting on her decision to begin burnout recovery with host Caitlin Donovan as her burnout coach, nearly a year before today’s interview. At that time, Kristin's mental fog was so severe that she couldn't read or form coherent sentences, a critical issue for her
Need to get started on your burnout recovery? Download the Core Values Worksheet today!“The self-abuse—that we don’t even realize we’re doing—is so glorified in this society.” Aria Johnson, a TV personality and celebrity voice coach, is best known for appearing as the music expert in the hit Reelz series “Beverly Hills Pawn.” Though this was ostensibly a reality show, Aria was ultimately playing a character—not unlike countless people who cast themselves as characters in their own realities, and
Katharine Campbell Hirst, Coach and thought partner for women entrepreneurs and executives, shares her uncommon story and journey from burnout to entrepreneurial success as an entrepreneur and coach. She emphasizes the importance of aligning your business with who you truly are and finding joy in running it. Katharine also discusses the impact of shadows and […]
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Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (7 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Get on the waitlist now! bit.ly/UNFRIEDHey, FRIED Fam! Host Cait Donovan is back with another #straightfromcait episode, this time discussing the six factors which leave you most vulnerable to workplace burnout. Drawing from leading research, she will explain how you can evaluate these factors in order to make the best decisions for yourself going forwa
Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (7 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Get on the waitlist now! bit.ly/UNFRIED“You’re such a light and I feel like your flame is being extinguished,” said Maggie Reyes’ husband when she was experiencing burnout. For many, addressing their partners’ burnout and its impact on the relationship—stress, resentment, uneven distribution of responsibility, feeling unacknowledged—is as challenging as
Entrepreneurial burnout is a real concern that all business owners should be aware of. Learn how to recognize the signs, prevent and manage it with this guide.
Learn 7 Simple Tips to avoid Entrepreneurial Burnout
5 Ways to Avoid Entrepreneur Burnout Hey there, I see you out there doing #allthethings. Starting a coaching business takes work, focus, creativity and perseverance. What habits and traits do successful entrepreneurs use to manage stress and for burnout prevention in the long term? You’re doing emails, perfecting your sample session, deciding on how much to charge, improving your coaching skills, looking for clients, getting organized, learning and more learning and taking classes. You’re probably doing all this at the same time you are working full-time in your career, caring for your family, trying to have a great relationship with your partner and still trying to squeeze in some time with friends. So where’s the work life balance and what do you if you’re already experiencing burnout? Today is a good day to talk about the traits of successful entrepreneurs, and how to avoid entrepreneurial burnout. Why am I a good person to be writing about this you say? Well, it’s because I’ve been there too, a few years ago I had major burn out and I recovered. Even today, because I’m driven, and I always want to do more and do it well, I still walk that edge and I need to be conscious of my state and act wisely to maintain my health. So, I’ve been there, I’ve rebounded, and, in the process, I’ve learned a few things. Let's talk about these 5 ways to maintain your mental health Accept we all have a natural rhythm Recharge your self daily Learn to say Yes and No The power of connection Reframe your perspective 1. Accept we all have a natural rhythm. We are human, and we need to become aware of our cycles. Some days you will be up and other days you will be down. We can’t always be “up” pushing hard and accomplishing 110% in everything we do. Sometimes we’re energetic and sometimes we need a nap. Just like the ocean, the waves rise and fall and so do the tides in concert with the phases of the moon. Learn to give yourself permission to be human. To do your best and be your best you need to become aware of your rhythm and follow its guidance. Recognize the signs of burnout and understand how burnout affects you and others. Allow yourself to rest when you’re tired. This doesn’t mean you have to jump on a plane for a holiday every time you’re exhausted. (although more vacations are a good idea!). Nor does it mean you need to sleep 10 hours every night. What it does mean is that when you become aware of your energy level, sometimes it’s good to take a quick afternoon nap, or put your feet up and drink a cup of tea for 15 minutes. Ask yourself, “what kind of boss am I?” and “if I were an employee, what would I say about the company owner?” Are you a slave driver? Maybe you need to treat your “employee” i.e you with a little bit more kindness. 2. Recharge your batteries every day. No matter how you feel, spend time recharging your own batteries. You will perform best and be the most resilient when you take good care of your foundation. Even on the days when you are feeling good, take time to fill your tank. This approach when you’re feeling good will minimize the bad days too and build your resilience and help to prevent burnout. My personal approach is to meditate, do a bit of yoga, journal and read a few pages from an inspiring book. This morning ritual takes about an hour, but I’ve learned over time this is one of the most important hours of my day. It’s my ritual, and it works for me. Take the time to find out what’s best for you. Some ideas you can use are: Get a good night’s sleep Take a quick afternoon nap Eat clean “live” food. Plenty of fruits, veggies and organic whenever possible Drink plenty of fresh water Spend time in nature Move your body. Go to the gym, go for a walk or ride your bike Quiet time, meditation Breathing exercises Journaling Reading 3. Set boundaries. Say "yes" and "no". Simply put, don’t say yes to every request. I know you might groan when I tell you it’s important to say “no” more often. But hear me out, you already know how to say no. Here’s what I mean. Every time you say “yes” you are actually saying “no” to all the other things you could be doing at that time. So you already are saying no all the time. Learn how to say no to the right things. Instead of worrying about saying no, because you might disappoint someone, decide instead to say a conscious ‘yes’ to the best use of your time and energy 4. Healthy Relationships At times, being an entrepreneur is a lonely path. While I bet you are excited about growing your coaching business, your friends and family probably can’t relate to everything you are doing. In truth, you will need to make decisions, take action and figure things out, learn and make mistakes and often time you are doing this on your own. These are all part of building a business. But being alone is a very different experience than being lonely. When you consciously build and nurture relationships with your friends, family and other business owners you will feel supported and connected. Nurturing and spending time with people you care about it is one of the keys to avoid burnout. 5. Reframe Your Perspective Building a business is a marathon, not a sprint. When we look at other people on social media we see many claims of building a “6 figure practice in just a few weeks”, and we see the highlights, the big wins of others. I’m curious, have you ever built a business before? Probably not one like this. So, you are new, and it takes time, energy, action, successes and failures to grow your business. When we think of children we expect them to start school in Kindergarten, go through to Grade 12 and hopefully beyond. We would never expect a little one in Grade One to master calculus or read and analyze Shakespeare. So why do we expect our coaching businesses to be a booming success within just a few months? It’s ok to give yourself permission to learn and grow. Soon enough you will have a mature, profitable and sustainable business that you will be proud of. Right now enjoy the learning, and remember to celebrate your growth. Allow yourself to know that you are doing great for where you are right now and that you can improve, and you will improve.
For a few years now you couldn’t browse the online business space without coming across a strong encouragement to hustle for your dreams. I used to think that this talk was motivational, but a couple of years ago I started to realise that it was actually detrimental to my productivity and my mental health. I’ve [...]
Entrepreneurial burnout is a real concern that all business owners should be aware of. Learn how to recognize the signs, prevent and manage it with this guide.
Job burnout is a serious concern among entrepreneurs, who generally find themselves in work environments characterized by unfavorable, strenuous and complex situations. The purpose of this master thesis thus is to conceptually and empirically investigate the causes of job burnout among start-up owners. In this context, one of the main goals of the study is to investigate the factors that enhance the likelihood of burnout symptoms. By conducting computer-assisted telephone interviews with a representative sample of Austrian start-up founders, the study aimed at investigating the correlations of the job demands-resources model (JD-R) on job burnout in order to identify potential antecedents. In relation to the empirical analyses of the study, the results exhibit an exceptionally strong evidence for the proposed relationship between job demands and job resources and their impact on Burnout. According to that statement, results indicate that entrepreneurs confronted with work environments that are characterized by the combination of high job demands and low job resources, are expected to show higher levels of job burnout.
I recently experienced severe entrepreneurial burnout for the first time in my life. I’m sharing my experience to help you avoid it.
Learn 7 Simple Tips to avoid Entrepreneurial Burnout
Burnout has become so frequent in our society that it is sometimes regarded as a sign of success. We value productivity and hustle but often neglect our mental and emotional health as a culture. Burnout, often known as "high achiever disease," is a type of persistent stress that produces psychological, physical, and emotional pain, rendering many people unable of continuing. Burnout is becoming a major problem, particularly among young hustlers. Running a business is stressful whether your com
Entrepreneurial burnout is a real concern that all business owners should be aware of. Learn how to recognize the signs, prevent and manage it with this guide.
Katharine Campbell Hirst, Coach and thought partner for women entrepreneurs and executives, shares her uncommon story and journey from burnout to entrepreneurial success as an entrepreneur and coach. She emphasizes the importance of aligning your business with who you truly are and finding joy in running it. Katharine also discusses the impact of shadows and […]
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Entrepreneurial burnout is a real concern that all business owners should be aware of. Learn how to recognize the signs, prevent and manage it with this guide.
Learn 7 Simple Tips to avoid Entrepreneurial Burnout
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5 Ways to Avoid Entrepreneur Burnout Hey there, I see you out there doing #allthethings. Starting a coaching business takes work, focus, creativity and perseverance. What habits and traits do successful entrepreneurs use to manage stress and for burnout prevention in the long term? You’re doing emails, perfecting your sample session, deciding on how much to charge, improving your coaching skills, looking for clients, getting organized, learning and more learning and taking classes. You’re probably doing all this at the same time you are working full-time in your career, caring for your family, trying to have a great relationship with your partner and still trying to squeeze in some time with friends. So where’s the work life balance and what do you if you’re already experiencing burnout? Today is a good day to talk about the traits of successful entrepreneurs, and how to avoid entrepreneurial burnout. Why am I a good person to be writing about this you say? Well, it’s because I’ve been there too, a few years ago I had major burn out and I recovered. Even today, because I’m driven, and I always want to do more and do it well, I still walk that edge and I need to be conscious of my state and act wisely to maintain my health. So, I’ve been there, I’ve rebounded, and, in the process, I’ve learned a few things. Let's talk about these 5 ways to maintain your mental health Accept we all have a natural rhythm Recharge your self daily Learn to say Yes and No The power of connection Reframe your perspective 1. Accept we all have a natural rhythm. We are human, and we need to become aware of our cycles. Some days you will be up and other days you will be down. We can’t always be “up” pushing hard and accomplishing 110% in everything we do. Sometimes we’re energetic and sometimes we need a nap. Just like the ocean, the waves rise and fall and so do the tides in concert with the phases of the moon. Learn to give yourself permission to be human. To do your best and be your best you need to become aware of your rhythm and follow its guidance. Recognize the signs of burnout and understand how burnout affects you and others. Allow yourself to rest when you’re tired. This doesn’t mean you have to jump on a plane for a holiday every time you’re exhausted. (although more vacations are a good idea!). Nor does it mean you need to sleep 10 hours every night. What it does mean is that when you become aware of your energy level, sometimes it’s good to take a quick afternoon nap, or put your feet up and drink a cup of tea for 15 minutes. Ask yourself, “what kind of boss am I?” and “if I were an employee, what would I say about the company owner?” Are you a slave driver? Maybe you need to treat your “employee” i.e you with a little bit more kindness. 2. Recharge your batteries every day. No matter how you feel, spend time recharging your own batteries. You will perform best and be the most resilient when you take good care of your foundation. Even on the days when you are feeling good, take time to fill your tank. This approach when you’re feeling good will minimize the bad days too and build your resilience and help to prevent burnout. My personal approach is to meditate, do a bit of yoga, journal and read a few pages from an inspiring book. This morning ritual takes about an hour, but I’ve learned over time this is one of the most important hours of my day. It’s my ritual, and it works for me. Take the time to find out what’s best for you. Some ideas you can use are: Get a good night’s sleep Take a quick afternoon nap Eat clean “live” food. Plenty of fruits, veggies and organic whenever possible Drink plenty of fresh water Spend time in nature Move your body. Go to the gym, go for a walk or ride your bike Quiet time, meditation Breathing exercises Journaling Reading 3. Set boundaries. Say "yes" and "no". Simply put, don’t say yes to every request. I know you might groan when I tell you it’s important to say “no” more often. But hear me out, you already know how to say no. Here’s what I mean. Every time you say “yes” you are actually saying “no” to all the other things you could be doing at that time. So you already are saying no all the time. Learn how to say no to the right things. Instead of worrying about saying no, because you might disappoint someone, decide instead to say a conscious ‘yes’ to the best use of your time and energy 4. Healthy Relationships At times, being an entrepreneur is a lonely path. While I bet you are excited about growing your coaching business, your friends and family probably can’t relate to everything you are doing. In truth, you will need to make decisions, take action and figure things out, learn and make mistakes and often time you are doing this on your own. These are all part of building a business. But being alone is a very different experience than being lonely. When you consciously build and nurture relationships with your friends, family and other business owners you will feel supported and connected. Nurturing and spending time with people you care about it is one of the keys to avoid burnout. 5. Reframe Your Perspective Building a business is a marathon, not a sprint. When we look at other people on social media we see many claims of building a “6 figure practice in just a few weeks”, and we see the highlights, the big wins of others. I’m curious, have you ever built a business before? Probably not one like this. So, you are new, and it takes time, energy, action, successes and failures to grow your business. When we think of children we expect them to start school in Kindergarten, go through to Grade 12 and hopefully beyond. We would never expect a little one in Grade One to master calculus or read and analyze Shakespeare. So why do we expect our coaching businesses to be a booming success within just a few months? It’s ok to give yourself permission to learn and grow. Soon enough you will have a mature, profitable and sustainable business that you will be proud of. Right now enjoy the learning, and remember to celebrate your growth. Allow yourself to know that you are doing great for where you are right now and that you can improve, and you will improve.
Katharine Campbell Hirst, Coach and thought partner for women entrepreneurs and executives, shares her uncommon story and journey from burnout to entrepreneurial success as an entrepreneur and coach. She emphasizes the importance of aligning your business with who you truly are and finding joy in running it. Katharine also discusses the impact of shadows and […]
