The Value of Intentional Strategic Downsizing

In this podcast episode, the speaker emphasizes the importance of intentional and strategic downsizing. Society often teaches us that growth is good and downsizing is bad. However, intentional strategic downsizing involves purposely minimizing or reversing our growth in order to focus on other aspects of life or business that are important, such as healing, mental health, family, and personal values. The speaker shares examples from their own life, including cutting income, turning down profitable projects, and diverting energy to non-income producing activities. This practice challenges the culture of constant growth and highlights the significance of non-monetary metrics and ethical leadership.