How to Manage the Weight of Entrepreneurship with Dr. John Delony
Oct 2, 2023
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Dr. John Delony, expert in managing stress and promoting mental health in business leaders, discusses the link between anxiety and entrepreneurship, strategies for managing the weight of entrepreneurship including prioritizing tasks and setting up systems, and the importance of seeking legal advice as a business owner to prevent complications and liabilities.
Making daily choices to build a non-anxious life, including owning reality, prioritizing connection, and choosing mindfulness.
Prioritizing, organizing, and creating systems to manage overwhelming tasks can reduce stress for small business owners.
Deep dives
The Six Choices for Building a Non-Anxious Life
In this podcast episode, Dr. John Deloney discusses the six choices individuals can make to build a non-anxious life. The first choice is to own reality and be aware of the current state of your life, including your finances, relationships, and health. The second choice is to prioritize connection and cultivate relationships with others, as loneliness can lead to anxiety. The third choice is to attain freedom by taking control of your financial situation and not being controlled by debt or external obligations. The fourth choice is to choose mindfulness, which involves being aware and curious about your thoughts and reactions in various situations. The fifth choice is to prioritize health and healing, taking care of your physical and emotional well-being. Lastly, the sixth choice is to choose belief, recognizing that you are part of something bigger than yourself and embracing a sense of spirituality or faith. By making these six choices on a daily basis, individuals can work towards building a non-anxious life.
Managing Overwhelm and Chaos in Business
Dr. John Deloney discusses the challenges of overwhelm and chaos experienced by small business owners. He shares an analogy from a marriage therapist about rebuilding after a crisis, highlighting the importance of embracing change and building something new instead of trying to go back to the old ways. He emphasizes the need for business owners to prioritize, organize, and create systems to manage overwhelming tasks and prioritize key responsibilities. By setting clear priorities, force-ranking tasks, and acknowledging limitations, business owners can reduce stress and lower anxiety levels in their daily operations.
Navigating Anxiety in the Workplace
Dr. John Deloney explores the relationship between anxiety and work, particularly in the context of small businesses. He acknowledges the inherent anxiousness that comes with entrepreneurship, as individuals take risks and face uncertainty. He explains that anxiety serves as an alarm system, alerting people when things are not safe or stable. Instead of viewing anxiety as the problem, he suggests identifying the underlying issues causing anxiety, such as financial instability or work-related stress. By addressing these issues and developing strategies to manage them, individuals can navigate anxiety more effectively in the workplace.
Addressing Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace
Dr. John Deloney addresses the challenge of supporting employees who are dealing with mental health issues, specifically in a pharmacy setting. He advises maintaining boundaries while acknowledging and encouraging open communication about mental health concerns. He recommends setting up a system where employees can report if they are struggling or having thoughts of self-harm, ensuring they receive the support and care they need. Dr. Deloney also emphasizes the importance of seeking legal advice to navigate situations where an employee's mental health might pose a risk to others or impact their job performance.
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