Tag: burned out

All entrepreneurs begin their businesses with enthusiasm and optimism, but after a few years, a significant number begin to feel burned out. You may feel exhausted, irritable, and discouraged, and you may feel like giving up. To prevent burnout, you should recognize the early signs and identify the causes. They Try to Handle Too Much Many entrepreneurs work long hours and rarely take a day off. A recent survey found that more than one-third of entrepreneurs work 60 hours a week or longer. This stressful work schedule becomes overwhelming physically and mentally. The solution is obvious: reduce your workload. Consider hiring employees or taking on a partner to distribute the work more reasonably. If your budget can’t accommodate a permanent worker, delegate some tasks to contract worker...