Small Business Burnout

Small business burnout: how to overcome it.

What causes Business Owners to burn out?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 20% of small businesses fail within their first year. The failure rate increases to 30% by the end of the second year, 50% by the fifth year, and 70% by the tenth year.

In many cases, entrepreneurs are juggling many aspects of their business alone and usually feel they cannot take a break from work.

When you don't schedule downtime from running your business, you can risk burnout, which can negatively impact your wellbeing and mental health.

It's no surprise that so many business owners with high levels of obsessive passion may experience burnout and feel emotionally drained as a result of running a business.

Burnout symptoms in Business Owners

The symptoms of burnout can range from mental to physical, making it hard to function and thrive. If left unaddressed, they can make life more challenging.

Watch out for these signs and symptoms:

  • Low energy or Exhaustion

  • Regularly feeling irritable

  • Lost your passion

  • Reduced productivity

  • Easily Overwhelmed

  • Negative Thoughts

A Business Coach provides strategies and insights that help leaders effectively manage stress and prevent burnout.

Burnout recovery and prevention with support from a Business Coach

Recognising the symptoms of burnout and taking action to get support is important to keep your business

Here are some ways we can help you recover from burnout:

  • self reflection

    We provide a safe space to reflect, identify the causes and symptoms of burnout, and increase self-awareness.

  • emotional support

    Burnout coaches provide emotional support and validation.

  • goal setting

    We will help you set realistic goals and prioritise tasks to avoid becoming overwhelmed.

  • stress management techniques

    Coaching equips entrepreneurs with practical tools and techniques to manage stress effectively.

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