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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 22 MIN

From Burnout to Alignment: Simone Little on Focus, Energy Management & Scaling Without Chaos

from Unbreakable Mompreneurs · host Charisse Walker

Are you feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or stuck trying to grow your business—but nothing seems to move the needle?In this powerful episode of Unbreakable Mompreneurs, host Charisse Walker sits down with Simone Little, a Fractional COO and founder of Chief Alignment Agency, who shares exactly how she went from running a chaotic, misaligned business to helping CEOs build scalable, profitable companies—without burnout.Simone’s journey is anything but traditional. From hairstylist and makeup artist to virtual assistant managing 22 clients, to now becoming a highly sought-after operational strategist, she has lived every stage of entrepreneurship. And what she reveals in this episode might completely shift how you approach your business, your time, and your energy.✨ In this episode, you will learn:Why most entrepreneurs stay stuck (even if they are highly educated)The real reason burnout happens—and how to prevent itHow to manage your TIME based on your ENERGY (this is a game changer)The biggest mistake business owners make when they start hiring a teamHow to focus, test, and scale without chasing every shiny objectWhy your business is not broken—your systems might beHow to build a business that actually supports your life (not controls it)Simone also shares powerful insight into working with ADHD, managing mental overload, and creating productivity systems that actually work for how your brain functions—not against it.But this conversation does not stop at business.Charisse and Simone go deeper into what it looks like to build a successful life as a wife and mother, including:How to involve your kids in your businessCreating boundaries (like no-work weekends)Building a marriage rooted in alignment, trust, and shared valuesWhat true partnership looks like behind the scenesThis is not just a business episode—it is a life alignment episode.If you have ever thought:👉 “I am doing everything, but nothing is working”👉 “I am exhausted, but I cannot slow down”👉 “I know I am capable of more, but I feel stuck”This episode is for you.👩‍💼 About Simone LittleSimone Little is a Fractional COO and founder of Chief Alignment Agency, where she helps CEOs eliminate burnout, increase profitability, and build aligned, scalable businesses. With a background in productivity coaching and organizational change, she specializes in helping companies move from chaos to clarity—fast.📲 Connect with Simone:Instagram: @thesimonelittleWebsite: chiefalignmentagency.comLinkedIn: Simone Little🎙️ About Your Host – Charisse WalkerCharisse Walker is a real estate expert, investor, author of Flipping the Iceberg, and host of Unbreakable Mompreneurs. With a Master’s degree in Business and a background in higher education, she has spent her career helping people navigate life’s biggest decisions with clarity and confidence.She is passionate about helping women build successful businesses while strengthening their families, relationships, and personal purpose.🌐 Website: https://charissewalker.com📲 Instagram: @charissewalker1🔥 Call to ActionIf this episode resonated with you:✔️ Subscribe for more powerful conversations✔️ Share this with a mompreneur who needs this message✔️ Leave a review to help more women find this podcastBecause you are not meant to just survive your business…You are meant to build one that fuels your life.

Are you feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or stuck trying to grow your business—but nothing seems to move the needle?In this powerful episode of Unbreakable Mompreneurs, host Charisse Walker sits down with Simone Little, a Fractional COO and founder of Chief Alignment Agency, who shares exactly how she went from running a chaotic, misaligned business to helping CEOs build scalable, profitable companies—without burnout.Simone’s journey is anything but traditional. From hairstylist and makeup artist to virtual assistant managing 22 clients, to now becoming a highly sought-after operational strategist, she has lived every stage of entrepreneurship. And what she reveals in this episode might completely shift how you approach your business, your time, and your energy.✨ In this episode, you will learn:Why most entrepreneurs stay stuck (even if they are highly educated)The real reason burnout happens—and how to prevent itHow to manage your TIME based on your ENERGY (this is a game changer)The biggest mistake business owners make when they start hiring a teamHow to focus, test, and scale without chasing every shiny objectWhy your business is not broken—your systems might beHow to build a business that actually supports your life (not controls it)Simone also shares powerful insight into working with ADHD, managing mental overload, and creating productivity systems that actually work for how your brain functions—not against it.But this conversation does not stop at business.Charisse and Simone go deeper into what it looks like to build a successful life as a wife and mother, including:How to involve your kids in your businessCreating boundaries (like no-work weekends)Building a marriage rooted in alignment, trust, and shared valuesWhat true partnership looks like behind the scenesThis is not just a business episode—it is a life alignment episode.If you have ever thought:👉 “I am doing everything, but nothing is working”👉 “I am exhausted, but I cannot slow down”👉 “I know I am capable of more, but I feel stuck”This episode is for you.👩‍💼 About Simone LittleSimone Little is a Fractional COO and founder of Chief Alignment Agency, where she helps CEOs eliminate burnout, increase profitability, and build aligned, scalable businesses. With a background in productivity coaching and organizational change, she specializes in helping companies move from chaos to clarity—fast.📲 Connect with Simone:Instagram: @thesimonelittleWebsite: chiefalignmentagency.comLinkedIn: Simone Little🎙️ About Your Host – Charisse WalkerCharisse Walker is a real estate expert, investor, author of Flipping the Iceberg, and host of Unbreakable Mompreneurs. With a Master’s degree in Business and a background in higher education, she has spent her career helping people navigate life’s biggest decisions with clarity and confidence.She is passionate about helping women build successful businesses while strengthening their families, relationships, and personal purpose.🌐 Website: https://charissewalker.com📲 Instagram: @charissewalker1🔥 Call to ActionIf this episode resonated with you:✔️ Subscribe for more powerful conversations✔️ Share this with a mompreneur who needs this message✔️ Leave a review to help more women find this podcastBecause you are not meant to just survive your business…You are meant to build one that fuels your life.

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