030: Steps To Help Management Burnout

The ABC's Of Preschool

In this episode, Ms. Amber dives into the crucial topic of burnout, especially for those in leadership roles such as center owners, directors, and busy parents. She shares her journey through burnout and the steps she has taken to reclaim her health and happiness. If you’re feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, this episode is for you. Ms. Amber discusses practical strategies to identify and address burnout, take ownership of your life, and make meaningful changes. Tune in for an honest conversation and actionable advice to help you break free from burnout.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 09:37] Understanding Burnout

Defining burnout and its impact on leaders and parents.

Personal stories of burnout and how it manifests physically.

The importance of recognizing burnout and its root causes.

How external validation contributes to burnout.

[09:38 - 16:44] Taking Ownership and Identifying Weaknesses

The first step is acknowledging that we are the drivers of our lives.

Identifying why we overextend ourselves and the need for external validation.

Recognizing our weaknesses and tasks that don’t bring us joy.

The importance of delegating and passing tasks to others.

[16:45 - 18:13] Hiring and Delegating

The benefits of hiring help to reduce burnout.

Working on your business rather than in it.

My personal experience with taking a sabbatical and its positive effects.

How delegating tasks has improved my business and personal life.

[18:14 - 22:56] Prioritizing Self-Care and Scheduling

The importance of self-care and its impact on health.

Strategies for scheduling time for yourself and your loved ones.

The role of sleep and rest in preventing burnout.

Creating a morning routine to start the day right.

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Ms. Amber is the author of the ABC's of Preschool the founder of Loving Start Learning Centers. www.lovingstartlearningcenter.com and founder of the Loving Start Way Academy.

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Tweetable Quotes:

“We have to admit that we, we are the ones that are driving our life.” - Ms. Amber

“As drivers of our life, we have to be intentional how we want our lives to look.” - Ms. Amber

“Identifying your weaknesses, the things that do not bring you joy so you can pass those off, give them to someone else that loves to do those things. Take them off your plate.” - Ms. Amber

“Work on your business, not in it. Get out of the rat race truly, because once you do, it's life-changing.” - Ms. Amber

“If your life is not the way you want it, change it up.” - Ms. Amber