EPISODE · Mar 12, 2025 · 43 MIN
Be Sensibly Selfish: How to Build a Business Without Burnout – Mike Jones
from Balanced Ambition · host Matt Southam
Most entrepreneurs start their business for freedom, but too many end up overworked, burnt out, and miserable. Mike Jones knows this first-hand. From serving in the Army to running a successful gym, he thought resilience would carry him through—until he realised he was trapped in a cycle of stress and exhaustion.In this episode, Mike shares how he turned business failure into a fresh start, why he closed his gym just before COVID-19, and how he now helps business owners create success without sacrificing their health and happiness.What you’ll learn in this episode: Why burnout is the biggest risk for high-achieving entrepreneurs The hidden cost of people pleasing and working too hard Why success isn’t just about money—it’s about happiness and fulfilment The importance of pricing your business correctly from the start How to build a business that serves you, rather than drains youIf you’re an entrepreneur (or aspiring one) who wants to avoid the workaholic trap, this conversation is for youhttps://youtu.be/jprpyAGLU70
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Most entrepreneurs start their business for freedom, but too many end up overworked, burnt out, and miserable. Mike Jones knows this first-hand. From serving in the Army to running a successful gym, he thought resilience would carry him through—until he realised he was trapped in a cycle of stress and exhaustion.In this episode, Mike shares how he turned business failure into a fresh start, why he closed his gym just before COVID-19, and how he now helps business owners create success without sacrificing their health and happiness.What you’ll learn in this episode: Why burnout is the biggest risk for high-achieving entrepreneurs The hidden cost of people pleasing and working too hard Why success isn’t just about money—it’s about happiness and fulfilment The importance of pricing your business correctly from the start How to build a business that serves you, rather than drains youIf you’re an entrepreneur (or aspiring one) who wants to avoid the workaholic trap, this conversation is for youhttps://youtu.be/jprpyAGLU70
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