In this episode, Nickolas Natali and Scott Anderson dive into the complexities of burnout, particularly in the entrepreneurial landscape. They explore the symptoms of burnout, the importance of recognizing when one is experiencing it, and the counterintuitive methods to recover from it. Scott shares his personal journey through burnout, emphasizing the need for regular stress relief and the significance of taking breaks. They discuss the concept of 'goal shedding' to enhance productivity and the importance of hiring the right people to foster a positive work environment. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of living a life of service and fulfillment, encouraging listeners to focus on what truly matters in their personal and professional lives. Takeaways Burnout is a genuine disorder recognized by the World Health Organization.Many entrepreneurs struggle with maintaining their businesses, leading to burnout.Recognizing the symptoms of burnout is crucial for recovery.Taking breaks and relieving stress throughout the day is essential.The Pomodoro method can help manage work and recovery periods effectively.Goal shedding helps entrepreneurs focus on what truly matters.Hiring based on assessments rather than personal bias leads to better outcomes.Living out of fear can hinder personal and professional growth.Service to others is a key component of fulfillment in life.Finding joy in work is a sign of being on the right path. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Burnout and Business Journey 02:13 Recognizing Burnout Symptoms 09:47 The Path to Recovery from Burnout 16:29 Counterintuitive Solutions to Burnout 24:34 The Importance of Breaks and Recovery 30:16 Goal Shedding for Entrepreneurs 37:07 Hiring for Success and Trust 43:45 Living a Life of Service and Fulfillment Support The Nickolas Natali Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nickolasnatali Nickolas Natali’s Website: https://nickolasnatali.com/ Reach out for exciting sponsorship opportunities via email: linkedin.com/in/nickolasnatali Discover more insights by listening to the highly recommended episode: "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)”: Listen on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nickolas-natali-show/id1454542200?i=1000602648253 Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/6liMaaSERCViPi4hWaB1d9?si=3f80c74beb3a4768 Listen & Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k34fUhIY_Bc&list=PLmnHA11vF8FrjCWnndgcTAdfgN-EerYzX&ab_channel=TheNickolasNataliShow Shop the latest merch: https://nickolasnatali.com/shop/ Nick’s Podcast Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali Nick’s At Home Fitness Equipment Set Up (Affiliate): https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali Nick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickolasnatali/ Check out our recommended products on the Amazon Store Front (Affiliate) https://www.amazon.com/shop/nickolasnatali Scott Anderson's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottandersonms/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickolasnatalishow/support