Sales made Simple for Outdoor Living Pros, Landscapers and Hardscapers (formerly Outerspaces) Why Your Pride Might Be the Reason You’re Burning Out as an Outdoor Living Pro w/ Chris Cooper
Nov 24, 2025
Chris Cooper, a coach and founder of Vine & Compass, shares insights on burnout in the outdoor living industry. He reveals that burnout is driven more by misalignment and isolation than long hours. The conversation tackles pride and the difficulty many men face in seeking help, critiquing the 'grind' culture prevalent in the field. Chris emphasizes the need for effective delegation and restructuring tasks to reduce stress. Listeners gain practical tools to reclaim their time and find purpose, ultimately leading to a more sustainable and fulfilling business.
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Burnout Is Misalignment, Not Just Hours
- Burnout often comes from misaligned work, not just long hours.
- When effort stops connecting to purpose, exhaustion becomes emptiness.
Isolation Multiplies Stress
- Contractors burn out from carrying responsibilities alone, not the craft itself.
- Isolation and not asking for help amplify stress and emptiness.
Opening Up Revealed Common Struggles
- Joshua opened up to peers and discovered others shared his struggles with payroll and staffing.
- That vulnerability revealed common industry pressures and relieved personal shame.
