S3EP5: GOD DOESN'T WANT YOU TO BURN OUT, HE WANTS YOU TO LEAD
25m | Apr 7, 2025In this solo episode,Ā I share a powerful message for solopreneurs: you need to hire before burnout hits. Reflecting onĀ my personal journeyĀ managing a podcast and PR agency, I share the mental, emotional, and logistical toll of doing everything solo. Listen to me break downĀ when and who to hire,Ā how to let go of control, andĀ how to step fully into the CEO roleĀ of your business.
ā±ļø Timestamps + Topics
[00:00] - Introduction
I introduce the episode topic: when to scale by hiring help, especially for entrepreneurs running everything solo.
[01:15] - Signs Youāre Doing Too Much
I open up about trying to manage my podcast and agency on my own, eventually realizing I was spreading myself too thin.
[03:05] - The First Roles to Hire
Start with:
- Virtual assistant (admin tasks)
- Social media manager
- Funnel/automation expert
[04:20] - Delegate Tasks
You donāt need to hire someone to do everything perfectlyāif they can do it 80% as well as you, delegate it.
[05:00] - Overcoming the Fear of Hiring
I debunk common fears:
- āI canāt afford to hireā
- āNo one will do it like meā
- Hear mindset shifts and practical advice to work around these fears.
[06:30] - Leadership Starts with You
Hiring isnāt just delegationāitās leadership. I talk about training, onboarding, and setting clear expectations for your hires.
[07:45] - Watch for Alignment
New hires should align with your values and business vibe. Energy match is everything.
[08:30] - Becoming the CEO
I close with the reminder that hustlers donāt build empiresāCEOs do. It's time to lead.
ā Action Items
- Ā Audit your current workload and delegate low-value tasks.
- Ā Define your hiring budget and communicate it clearly.
- Ā Create simple onboarding docs to set hires up for success.
- Ā Pay attention to how new hires align with your energy and goals.
- Ā Shift out of hustle mode and into your role as CEO.
