Entrepreneurial Burnout

Entrepreneurial Burnout

Burnout is a big deal and people in the entrepreneurial space are particularly susceptible to it, Both Jonathan and I [Luke] have been there – more than once.

In this episode we tackle the topic and how to avoid it and how to recover when you do experience it.

  • [0:00] Intro
  • [1:15] Defining Burnout
  • [3:20] Why do Entrepreneurs get hit so hard?
  • [5:12] Decision Fatigue
  • [6:08] The Power of tiny habits & Discipline
  • [9:45] Catharsis in busywork
  • [10:36] Cultivating Self-awareness
  • [12:30] Coping mechanisms
  • [14:54] Nutrition & Exercise
  • [17:44] Recovery, escapism,sleep and rest
  • [21:21] Enough with the self-loathing
  • [22:54] Harnessing faith in recovery
  • [25:17] The role of friends
  • [26:13] Is there a place for gritting your teeth and grinding through it?
  • [29:21] Closing remarks
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