You didn’t leave your 9–5 to build a business that burns you out.

In this episode, we’re calling out the hustle myth—and why grinding harder isn’t the path to more success, money, or freedom. If your business depends on you doing everything, chances are it’s not a hustle problem… it’s a structure problem.

Let’s talk about what’s actually going on—and what needs to change so your business works for you, not against you.

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Burnout isn’t just about being tired—it’s your life (or your business) trying to get your attention.

In this episode, I’m talking through what burnout can really mean, some of the signs to look out for, and questions to ask yourself if you’re feeling off. I’m also sharing a bit of my own story—because this isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation, and there’s no cookie-cutter fix.

If you’ve been feeling drained, disconnected, or just not like yourself... you’re not alone. Let’s talk about it.

Please share your story of burnout—I’d love to hear it if you’re open to sharing.

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You’ve done the work. You’ve built something solid. But now… things feel stuck. You’re working harder, not smarter. You’re seeing success, but it’s draining you.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason scaling feels so hard. Spoiler alert: it’s not you - it’s that what worked to build your business won’t work to grow it.

We’ll talk about the common signs you’ve outgrown your current setup, what needs to shift, and why your systems, offers, and launches might be holding you back.

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In this first episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my journey - through three businesses, two major pivots, and one big realization: sometimes it’s not about scaling… it’s about evolving.

If your business works on the outside but doesn’t feel right on the inside, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. And that’s exactly why I created Simply Scaled.

This show is here to help you figure out what’s not working so you can scale your business in a way that actually works for you.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Why I walked away from a successful business I’d built for 14+ years
• How to tell the difference between burnout and misalignment
• The power of knowing your Zone of Genius vs. Zone of Excellence
• What really keeps most experts stuck—and how to start shifting it
• Why backend systems, delivery, and offers matter way more than you think

If you’re stuck trying to scale and can’t figure out why, this is where it starts.

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