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I almost gave up on my career. Two years ago,  I hit a wall in my career.  Burnout completely consumed me.  I felt stuck, uninspired, and completely out of ideas. For a moment, I wondered: Is this path even for me? To top it up, I had a severe migraine for a month. That was my breaking point.  I knew something had to change. So, I took a step back: - I reduced my workload. - I revisited why I started in the first place. - I focused on what truly mattered—and what I enjoyed. Slowly but surely, the spark returned. 📌When it feels like the end of the road, it might just be time to pause, realign, and reignite. P.S.: Do you believe burnout can lead to breakthroughs? ──── I help consumer businesses and personal brands gain and sell through storytelling. See my featured section. Yours in business growth, The Brand Story Godmother. #gainwithstories

⛈ Imposter Syndrome often feels like an ongoing rainy day. At first, it seems manageable, but as the weight of expectations grows, it can become overwhelming. As insights professionals, we’re accustomed to setting expectations, analysing data, and pinpointing areas for improvement. We often feel the pressure to have all the answers for our clients, especially when leading a team. You’re no longer immersed in the details yet remain accountable for the end results, which can amplify feelings of self-doubt. Overcoming this storm cloud of mental struggle requires recognising the issue, practising self-compassion, and actively challenging your negative thoughts. Here are some strategies to help: 👌 Highlight your achievements to counter those doubts and seek support from trusted colleagues who understand the unique challenges of our industry. Avoid the comparison trap; remember that everyone’s journey is different. 👌 Cultivate a growth mindset by embracing challenges, appreciating your efforts, and viewing mistakes as opportunities for learning and development. With time and patience, these strategies can help combat imposter feelings and restore your confidence for professional growth and peace of mind that you are in fact doing a GREAT job. #ImposterSyndrome #InsightIndustry #MarketResearch #Leadership #MentalFitness

Stop scrolling. This might be the most important message you'll hear today. 🛑 Our founder Joshua addresses the modern epidemic nobody's talking about: the addiction to urgency. We're all guilty of it – racing through our days, checking boxes, responding to notifications, feeling productive... But at what cost? In this powerful discussion, he reveals how our obsession with urgent tasks is creating a devastating ripple effect: - Deteriorating health we'll pay for later - Relationships slowly drifting apart - Career opportunities slipping through our fingers Dreams perpetually pushed to "someday" If you've ever felt like you're working harder but moving further from your real goals, this message is your wake-up call. The solution isn't working more. It's working differently. Watch to discover how to break free from the urgency trap and start building the future you actually want. #Leadership #worklifebalance Calendly

Stuck in a never-ending cycle of trying to be perfect, only to end up overwhelmed and exhausted? One of my clients recently opened up about this particular struggle: "Sometimes, I find myself really struggling with the need for everything to be perfect. I get frustrated when things don't align with my standards, and it's tough when others don't see the importance I place on getting things just right. It often feels like this pursuit of perfection actually holds me back. I can get so caught up in trying to make everything perfect that I either freeze and don't do anything at all or push myself harder, which just ends up exhausting me even more." The pressure. The high standards. The expectations. If this sounds familiar, and you're seeking a way to take the overwhelm away, join me for our upcoming webinar: "Thriving Leaders: Strategies to Break the Cycle of Overwhelm and Achieve Sustainable Success." 🌟 Date: Thur 26th September 🌟 Time: 12 pm 🌟 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ecy2bMft In this interactive session, (no recording, so you can ask questions) I'll share how my clients have found they have worked through this. Grab your spot today! #teamwork #femaleleaders #overwhelm #burnout #career #wellbeing

Overwhelmed? Good. It means you’re pushing limits. Dan Koe once said, “You’re supposed to feel overwhelmed. It means you're doing something new. You’re learning. You’re growing. That’s admirable.” Controversial? Maybe. But it’s true. Most people hate feeling overwhelmed. They label it as burnout and head out for a quick dose of “self-care.” But here’s the thing—feeling overwhelmed is actually a good sign. If you’re not overwhelmed, maybe you’re just not pushing hard enough. Discomfort is an early sign of growth. If everything feels easy, then maybe you’re moving too slow. The mediocre path may be comfortable, but it will take years to reach anywhere meaningful—if you get there at all. Push yourself. Embrace the overwhelm. That’s where breakthroughs happen. PS: Growth is like finding your way through a maze. The path isn’t always clear, but every twist and turn leads to a new discovery. #GrowthMindset #PushYourLimits #EmbraceDiscomfort #PersonalGrowth #ChallengeYourself #BeyondComfort #ChristUniversity

"I can’t avoid burnout if I want to scale my business—I just have to power through it." I hear this far too often from my clients in tech. But here's the truth:  Powering through burnout isn't a strategy.  It’s a recipe for poor decision-making, reduced productivity, and eventually, hitting a wall. Scaling a business is about sustainability, not survival mode.  It’s about leveraging your energy, not draining it. Here’s how to rethink it: 🔸 Prioritize Delegation: You don’t have to do everything. Build a team that takes tasks off your plate. 🔸 Set Non-Negotiable Boundaries: Growth doesn't mean sacrificing your health or personal life. 🔸 Optimize, Don’t Maximize: Focus on key drivers of success, not on doing more tasks. The strongest leaders know when to pause, reflect, and realign. Scaling isn't about how hard you push;  It's about how smart you manage your energy. Don't let burnout be part of your scaling journey. And if you want to learn more about how to turn your stress into your fuel, join my stress reduction workshop, Today! https://lnkd.in/gJnQXfU4 Hope this helps. #CEOLeadership #FounderMindset #AvoidBurnout

Embracing Recovery, Not Guilt! Rest is productive. But high achievers often feel guilty when they step away to recharge. This guilt can keep us in the burnout cycle, making it even harder to recover. Remember, rest isn’t a reward—it’s a necessity. At Ascent Partners, we guide leaders in redefining their relationship with rest, turning it into a powerful productivity tool. Ready to embrace rest without guilt? Let’s talk about how to make it part of your success story. #RestIsProductive #Recovery #AscentPartnersLTD https://smpl.is/9s6co

Stress Hurts More Than You Think. When stress goes unchecked: 👉 Your team feels it—burnout, misalignment, and turnover rise. 👉 Your business slows, growth stalls, and opportunities are missed. 👉 And you pay the price—mentally, emotionally, and physically. I’ve seen it too often: Leaders stuck in the chaos, unable to move forward. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Addressing the root causes of stress—misalignment, roadblocks, and stalled growth—can help you reclaim clarity, energy, and momentum. Let’s fix the chaos so you, your team, your family, and your business can thrive. 👉 DM me, let’s talk, and together, let's #getshitdone!

Stuck in a never-ending cycle of trying to be perfect, only to end up overwhelmed and exhausted? One of my clients recently opened up about this particular struggle: "Sometimes, I find myself really struggling with the need for everything to be perfect. I get frustrated when things don't align with my standards, and it's tough when others don't see the importance I place on getting things just right. It often feels like this pursuit of perfection actually holds me back. I can get so caught up in trying to make everything perfect that I either freeze and don't do anything at all or push myself harder, which just ends up exhausting me even more." The pressure. The high standards. The expectations. If this sounds familiar, and you're seeking a way to take the overwhelm away, join me for our upcoming webinar: "Thriving Leaders: Strategies to Break the Cycle of Overwhelm and Achieve Sustainable Success." 🌟 Date: Thur 26th September 🌟 Time: 12 pm 🌟 Register here: https://lnkd.in/edUCD9-6 In this interactive session, (no recording, so you can ask questions) I'll share how my clients have found they have worked through this. Grab your spot today! #teamwork #femaleleaders #overwhelm #burnout #career #wellbeing