The ONE Thing 521. Build a Business That Won’t Burn You Out with Chris Ducker
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Sep 1, 2025 
Join serial entrepreneur Chris Ducker, bestselling author of The Long-Haul Leader, as he shares his journey from burnout to sustainable leadership. He emphasizes that hustle should be a season, not a lifestyle, advocating for self-care, sleep, and the importance of defining work constraints. Discover his innovative Stop–Stay–Start audit to boost productivity and eliminate what doesn’t serve you. Chris highlights how hobbies enhance creativity and balance, paving the way for smarter, more fulfilling work and life.
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Burnout Despite Business Success
- Chris Ducker hit severe burnout in 2021 with adrenal failure and depression.
- He couldn’t return to work for weeks despite having his best business year.
Make Self-Care A Strategy
- Prioritize self-care as a leadership strategy by improving sleep, diet, and movement.
- Hire experts and change routines to protect sleep as a keystone habit.
Energy Over Time
- Energy, not time, is entrepreneurs' most valuable asset.
- Without managing energy, you'll burn bright but not last long.
