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Why Your Business Feels Harder Than It Should (And How to Fix It)
If your business was supposed to give you freedom, why does it feel like a never-ending struggle? You’ve read the books, taken the courses, and followed the strategies, but everything still feels harder than it should. The problem isn’t motivation or effort—it’s the lack of space, systems, and sustainability. In this post, we’re breaking down the three biggest things keeping you stuck and, more importantly, how to fix them so success finally feels easy.

PR, Productivity & Podcasting: How to Get Seen, Stay Organized & Simplify Success with Angel Wilborn
In this episode of The Burnout-Proof Podcast, we’re sitting down with Angel Wilborn—PR expert, organizational whiz, and my newest podcast bestie. Angel and I talk about:
✔️ The real difference between PR & marketing (and why you need both)
✔️ How small businesses and solopreneurs can gain visibility without burnout
✔️ Organization strategies that make life & business easier
✔️ How we’re fixing the mess of podcast guesting & booking with The Podcast Hub
If you’re tired of spinning your wheels when it comes to PR, productivity, or podcasting, this episode is packed with insights to help you show up and stay sane. 🎧 Listen now & start getting seen without the chaos!

5 Self-Care Habits Entrepreneurs Need to Beat Burnout and Thrive
Burnout doesn’t have to be the price of ambition. These five self-care habits—like creating a Boundary Manifesto and building White Space—help high-achieving entrepreneurs protect their energy, stay focused, and thrive without sacrificing their well-being.
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Boundaries for Small Business Owners: How to Build a Business That Thrives Without Taking Over Your Life
Stop running your business 24/7. Learn 5 key boundaries every small business owner needs to reclaim time, manage clients, and prevent burnout with systems and strategies.

5 Burnout Warning Signs Entrepreneurs Can’t Afford to Ignore (and How to Stay in Control)
Discover 5 key burnout warning signs every entrepreneur must recognize to prevent stress from derailing your business. Learn actionable strategies to stay focused, energized, and burnout-proof.

Burnout Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Discover the five key burnout symptoms every high-achiever must know, ranked from mild to severe. In this episode of the Burnout-Proof Podcast, Ellyn Schinke breaks down how to identify warning signs like decision fatigue, overwhelm, and persistent exhaustion—and provides actionable strategies to help you prevent and recover from burnout. Perfect for entrepreneurs, corporate professionals, and side-hustlers. Take the Burnout Quiz and join Burnout & Brews for even more support!
Hey there, I’m Ellyn!
Call me Coach Ellyn—a burnout coach, Ph.D. dropout, Enneagram 3, and your new Burnout bestie!
I’m so excited your here! This blog is a great way to dip your toes in and start your burnout journey and learn from the stories, lesson, experiences and research of me and my clients. Can’t wait for you to dive in!
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