You're Not Broken, You're Burnt Out: Finding Peace in the Entrepreneurial Middle Ground

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What happens when the business you started with passion becomes the very thing draining your energy and bank account? Beyond the glossy Instagram posts and six-figure launch screenshots lies a reality most entrepreneurs face but few discuss openly: the burnout, the financial strain, and the overwhelming pressure to maintain an appearance of constant success.
This raw, emotional episode cuts through the toxic hustle culture to address the unspoken middle phase of entrepreneurship—where you're no longer a beginner but nowhere near where you want to be. It's a lonely, quiet place where many business owners silently struggle, checking bank accounts with dread before business expenses and wondering if their dream is still worth pursuing.
The truth? You're not broken—you're burnt out. You've been carrying too much for too long, investing in tools, courses, and marketing because that's what you're told to do. But what happens when you spend all your money and there's still no return? Burnout isn't a badge of honor, and being broke isn't a business strategy. There must be a better way, and it starts with giving yourself permission to pause, not quit. Scaling back doesn't mean giving up; raising your prices isn't greedy—it's survival.
If you're feeling stretched thin but still holding onto your dreams, know that this difficult chapter is simply part of your journey toward greatness. I share my own experience taking 20 hours off my busy week to combat burnout, showing how sometimes stepping back is exactly what moves us forward. Download my "10 Signs You're Burnt Out" checklist to help navigate this challenging phase. Subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs to hear they're not alone in their entrepreneurial struggle.

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Chapters

1. You're Not Broken, You're Burnt Out: Finding Peace in the Entrepreneurial Middle Ground (00:00:00)

2. Welcome to Raw Entrepreneurship Truth (00:00:43)

3. The Myth of Constant Success (00:01:30)

4. You're Not Broken, Just Burnt Out (00:02:39)

5. Permission to Do Things Differently (00:03:53)

6. Personal Burnout Story (00:06:21)

7. Offering Support and Closing Thoughts (00:10:16)