We’ve all been there: running on empty, feeling overwhelmed, and dreaming of a vacation to recharge. 

But here’s a harsh truth that may hit home: a vacation might cure exhaustion but won’t heal burnout.

Why is that?

Burnout isn’t just about being tired—it’s about wounding. 

That can be from hurt, rejection, betrayal, or feeling like you’ve hit a dead-end. 

Imagine breaking your leg. 

You can lie in bed for six months and rest, but that won’t heal the bone. 

To truly fix it, you need surgery.

The same applies to burnout in your agency if you’ve experienced:

• A bad hire that left you with more headaches than results
• A bad client experience that felt like a punch to the gut
• A bad business partnership that drained your energy and faith in collaboration

None of these can be fixed with time off or a change of scenery.

To truly heal from business burnout, you need to go back and face what caused it—in a different way. 

Often, that means trying something similar but with a fresh perspective, new approaches, and probably with a different set of people involved.

So, what must you do to recover and move forward truly?

1. Acknowledge The Wounding: Avoidance only prolongs the pain. Confront the issue head-on and accept that it hurts.

2. Get Proactive: Rebuild from the ground up, but with more wisdom and healthier boundaries this time.

3. Find New Solutions: Whether it’s learning to better vet hires, choosing better clients, or rethinking your partnerships, adjust your approach.

4. Seek Guidance: A mentor or coach can be invaluable in helping you navigate these tricky waters with fresh strategies.

Remember, a vacation might recharge your body, but healing your business soul requires deeper work. 

You don’t need to do this alone.

Chris

PS: And whenever you’re ready, here are 3 ways I can help you:

1: If you’d like tips on getting your time back and exiting the day-to-day, subscribe to my YouTube Channel at LINK

2: If you’re feeling overwhelmed and want to get your time back, check out my “Buy Back Your Time with Virtual Assistants” Course at LINK

3: If you’re on the edge of burnout and want clarity fast, book a free 20-minute Discovery Call with me here: LINK