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The Mistakes I've Made in the Past Year (So You Can Avoid Them)
Burnout doesn’t just drain your energy—it drains your wallet. Over the past year, I wasted $10K–$15K on courses, coaching, and tools I wasn’t even ready for. Not because they were bad, but because I invested at the wrong time.
High achievers do this all the time. We hit a wall, panic, and think more = progress—but when you’re already overwhelmed, adding more just buries you further.
Before you invest, ask yourself: Do I have the capacity to actually implement this? If not, you’re just collecting expensive information. Let’s talk about how to stop wasting money and start making smarter investments.
How Dating & Business Are the Same (And Why You're Self-Sabotaging Both) - ft. Michal Kaye
🔥 Think your love life and your business have nothing in common? Think again. If you've ever wondered why you keep attracting the wrong clients (or the wrong partners), why you’re stuck in a feast-or-famine cycle (in business or dating), or why you keep self-sabotaging your success, this episode is for you. In this no-BS conversation, I'm joined by Michal Kaye, business and mindset coach, as we break down the unexpected parallels between dating and running a business.
Why Your Business Feels Harder Than It Should (And How to Fix It)
If your business was supposed to give you freedom, why does it feel like a never-ending struggle? You’ve read the books, taken the courses, and followed the strategies, but everything still feels harder than it should. The problem isn’t motivation or effort—it’s the lack of space, systems, and sustainability. In this post, we’re breaking down the three biggest things keeping you stuck and, more importantly, how to fix them so success finally feels easy.
PR, Productivity & Podcasting: How to Get Seen, Stay Organized & Simplify Success with Angel Wilborn
In this episode of The Burnout-Proof Podcast, we’re sitting down with Angel Wilborn—PR expert, organizational whiz, and my newest podcast bestie. Angel and I talk about:
✔️ The real difference between PR & marketing (and why you need both)
✔️ How small businesses and solopreneurs can gain visibility without burnout
✔️ Organization strategies that make life & business easier
✔️ How we’re fixing the mess of podcast guesting & booking with The Podcast Hub
If you’re tired of spinning your wheels when it comes to PR, productivity, or podcasting, this episode is packed with insights to help you show up and stay sane. 🎧 Listen now & start getting seen without the chaos!
5 Self-Care Habits Entrepreneurs Need to Beat Burnout and Thrive
Burnout doesn’t have to be the price of ambition. These five self-care habits—like creating a Boundary Manifesto and building White Space—help high-achieving entrepreneurs protect their energy, stay focused, and thrive without sacrificing their well-being.
Let me know if you’d like more refinements or additional optimizations!
Boundaries for Small Business Owners: How to Build a Business That Thrives Without Taking Over Your Life
Stop running your business 24/7. Learn 5 key boundaries every small business owner needs to reclaim time, manage clients, and prevent burnout with systems and strategies.
Hey there, I’m Ellyn!
Call me Coach Ellyn—a burnout coach, Ph.D. dropout, Enneagram 3, and your new Burnout bestie!
I’m so excited your here! This blog is a great way to dip your toes in and start your burnout journey and learn from the stories, lesson, experiences and research of me and my clients. Can’t wait for you to dive in!
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