

Why The Best Business Decisions Happen When You’re Not Working, with Todd Ellis
7 snips May 28, 2025
In this conversation, Todd Ellis, a financial advisor and Strategic Coach® veteran, shares how a transformative 15-day sailing trip without technology reshaped his perspective on work and life. He reveals that taking intentional breaks boosts confidence and fuels business growth while challenging the workaholic norm. Todd discusses the importance of fostering self-managing companies and how these structures empower teams to thrive in your absence. His journey underscores that success can come from investing in personal time and developing deeper connections with clients.
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Free Time Fuels Business Growth
- Taking more free time, truly disconnecting, actually increases your income and business growth.
- A company that thrives and grows during your absence is crucial for this to work.
Sailing Journey Builds Confidence
- Todd prepared for nine months to sail from Halifax to the Azores, facing a 15-day ocean crossing unplugged.
- The challenging trip included a huge storm and moments of reflection, deepening his personal growth.
Build Emotional Capacity
- Create capacity—manage stress before it overflows by preparing emotionally and mentally for challenges.
- Anticipate tough situations ahead of time to handle crisis effectively without meltdown.