34 min

Avoiding Burnout: Rest is NOT Weakness - E30 KonnectHer

    • Entrepreneurship

What if everything you’ve heard about the grind and hustle of entrepreneurship was wrong? In this episode, we explore a phenomenon that is alarmingly prevalent yet seldom addressed – burnout, more specifically among female entrepreneurs. Sam shares her personal narrative of hitting rock bottom due to immense overwork and lack of rest. The conversation takes a closer look at the telling symptoms of burnout, ways to identify them, and strategies to prevent and recover from this existential crisis. 
Key Takeaways:
(0:01:12) - Can you push past burnout?(0:04:29) - Driving to Chick-Fil-A in a racecar(0:08:15) - Is rest a luxury or a necessity?(0:12:02) - Signs you’re facing burnout but don’t realize it(0:16:28) - Rest is a strategic move, not a weakness(0:18:11) - Reflecting values to make aligned decisions(0:23:10) - Quirky ways to recharge throughout the week(0:31:38) - Rest is a powerful ally that all business owners need
Join the KonnectHer Community:
👉🏼 KonnectHer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konnecther/
👉🏼 Rachel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachellhague/
👉🏼 Sam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samconawayy/
👉🏼 KonnectHer Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/konnecther/
🌐 Website: www.konnecther.net

What if everything you’ve heard about the grind and hustle of entrepreneurship was wrong? In this episode, we explore a phenomenon that is alarmingly prevalent yet seldom addressed – burnout, more specifically among female entrepreneurs. Sam shares her personal narrative of hitting rock bottom due to immense overwork and lack of rest. The conversation takes a closer look at the telling symptoms of burnout, ways to identify them, and strategies to prevent and recover from this existential crisis. 
Key Takeaways:
(0:01:12) - Can you push past burnout?(0:04:29) - Driving to Chick-Fil-A in a racecar(0:08:15) - Is rest a luxury or a necessity?(0:12:02) - Signs you’re facing burnout but don’t realize it(0:16:28) - Rest is a strategic move, not a weakness(0:18:11) - Reflecting values to make aligned decisions(0:23:10) - Quirky ways to recharge throughout the week(0:31:38) - Rest is a powerful ally that all business owners need
Join the KonnectHer Community:
👉🏼 KonnectHer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konnecther/
👉🏼 Rachel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachellhague/
👉🏼 Sam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samconawayy/
👉🏼 KonnectHer Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/konnecther/
🌐 Website: www.konnecther.net

34 min